Category : UK News
Red tape cut could unlock 160,000 electric van registrations, survey finds
An estimated 160,000 registrations of new large electric vans could be unlocked over the next two years if restrictive regulations are addressed by the Government.
Volkswagen previews £17k entry level electric car due 2027
Volkswagen has given a first glimpse of its upcoming ‘baby’ EV that will “deliver mobility for everyone”.
Volvo ES90 debuts with advanced tech and up to 435 miles of range
Volvo has uncovered its ES90 electric saloon at last, delivering advanced technologies, Scandinavian design and superior comfort.
Cox Automotive and DHL to open EV battery repair centre in UK
Cox Automotive is joining forces with DHL Supply Chain to open a new EV battery repair centre said to be the biggest in the UK.
Electric van demand rises as new van market falls
The UK’s new van market dropped for the third month running in February but there was a much-welcome surge in uptake of fully electric models.
Ionity launches charging solution for corporate fleets
EV rapid charging specialist Ionity has launched its first charging solution dedicated to corporate fleets.
Entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo van on sale from £35,960
A new entry level Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo van is now on sale, giving more options for businesses to go electric.
EVs account for one in four new cars sold in February
UK driver demand for electric vehicles hit a new record in February but fleet registrations dropped.
UK passes 75,000 electric car charge point milestone
The number of public charge points has raced past the 75,000 mark, new figures show.
Last chance to enter 2025 Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet managers and suppliers still have time to enter the Great British Fleet Awards 2025 – but need to beat the deadline of this Friday lunchtime.
Used EV leasing now available from CBVC Vehicle Management
CBVC Vehicle Management has debuted a used electric vehicle leasing service for business and personal customers.
Used EV prices have bottomed out, Indicata data suggests
Prices for used battery electric vehicles (BEVs) could finally have bottomed out, according to Indicata.
Midlands battery firm plans 10GWh gigafactory with help from China
Volklec, a Midlands-based battery manufacturing business, is planning to build batteries for energy storage solutions and EV power in Coventry under a new licensing deal.
Polestar Charge app boosted with nearly 2,800 more charging points
Polestar has boosted its subscription charging service with an extra 2,754 charging points in the UK.
EU proposes ‘breathing space’ for carmakers to hit CO2 targets
The European Commission has announced proposals to give struggling carmakers more time to meet CO2 targets to avoid fines.
MGS5 EV teased as successor to MG ZS
MG, partner at the 2025 Great British Fleet Event, has previewed a new all-electric compact SUV ahead of its arrival this spring.
BYD continues meteoric growth with new Arval-backed leasing solutions
BYD has partnered with Arval for the arrival of BYD Lease in the UK.
Third of EV leases extended at Zenith amid challenging market
Zenith has reported its latest trading update, revealing a continued challenging trading environment in particular for electric vehicle residual values.
Ohme charging app now available with MultiCar function
Ohme has added MultiCar functionality to its charging app for households with more than one EV.
More than 80% of drivers can save by switching to an EV
Driving battery electric vehicles can save cash for more than 80% of drivers, a new independent report has found.
