Category : UK News
Volkswagen Group extends discounted Ovo charging offer to fleets
Volkswagen Group fleet customers can now charge for 7p/kWh at home at any time of the day or night under an expanded partnership with Ovo.
Radical government action needed to solve ZEV mandate issues
Radical action – not government “tinkering” – is essential to solve issues surrounding the zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, according to FleetCheck.
Believ lowers charging rates to drive EV switch
Charge point operator Believ has cut charging rates in Wandsworth and Waltham Forest, saving drivers up to 15p/kWh.
Jameel Motors hires UK MD ahead of Farizon SV eLCV launch
Tom Carney has joined Jameel Motors Farizon Auto as managing director, spearheading the launch of the Farizon SV electric van in the UK.
AFP links with BVRLA to offer salary sacrifice course for fleets
A new salary sacrifice course is available for members of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) in partnership with the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA).
Hyundai reveals prices and specs for Inster Cross electric SUV
Hyundai has announced details for its Inster Cross offroad-inspired electric city car.
Vauxhall’s new EV offer expands roadside assistance and charging benefits
Vauxhall has introduced a new and enhanced ‘Electric All In’ offer for its EV customers.
Renault 5 named Car of the Year 2025
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric supermini and its Alpine A290 hot hatch twin have taken the European Car of the Year title for 2025, building on the Renault Scenic E-Tech’s win in 2024.
Toyota Urban Cruiser makes public debut at Brussels Motor Show
Toyota’s Urban Cruiser all-electric SUV has made its first public debut, appearing at the Brussels Motor Show ahead of its launch later this year.
EV charging cable thefts more than doubled in 2024
Theft of EV charging cables more than doubled in 2024, driven by their high resale value and ease of access, new data indicates.
EDF offers £300 for new EV charger and tariff sign-ups
EDF is kickstarting the new year by offering £300 to anyone who signs up to its Pod Point Plug & Power tariff before the end of January.
Mazda6 returns as all-electric Tesla Model 3 rival
The Mazda6 is heading back to Europe, recast as an all-electric executive car with up to 345 miles of range to rival the Tesla Model 3.
BYD Atto 2 electric SUV due in February with 193-mile range
BYD’s new Atto 2 electric SUV will blend versatility with intelligent technologies and budget-friendly pricing, the carmaker has revealed.
Winners of first-ever What Wallcharger? Awards revealed
The UK’s best EV home chargers have been revealed in the inaugural What Wallcharger? Awards.
Used EV and hybrid prices down 10% YoY but signs of stability
Prices of Britain’s most popular used electric and hybrid vehicles rose by 1% in the final three months of 2024, but remain down 10% year-on-year.
BT Group orders 3,500 new electric vans for fleet
BT Group is adding around 3,500 new electric vans to its fleet, heralding the UK’s largest-ever eLCV order according to the telecoms giant.
Believ opens Edinburgh office to expand EV charging solutions in Scotland
EV charge point operator Believ is opening an office in Edinburgh, Scotland, strengthening its regional presence.
EV outlook for 2025: Expert insights for the year ahead
Some of the fleet sector’s pre-eminent experts look at the upcoming 12 months and the outlook for EVs.
EDF and Hypervolt to help balance the grid with EV smart charging
EDF has announced a strategic partnership with Hypervolt, a leading EV charge point manufacturer and software provider, to help balance the grid.
Tual advances swappable powerbank and charging solutions with new VP product
Commercial fleet charging solutions firm Tual has appointed former Mobilize Beyond Automotive UK COO Chantal Shearing as VP product.
