Insight & policy - Page 4

The technology sector has topped a list of industries operating the most sustainable fleets published by ALD Automotive LeasePlan.

Just 10% of employees value company cars as a benefit, according to a survey conducted by Wade Macdonald.

Senta Belay, solution manager in the travel and transportation industry business unit at SAP, exmaines the solutions faced by fleet electrification challenges.

With Government targets for electric van sales to start from next year, fleets fear that diesel volumes could be cut to avoid financial penalties.

The House of Lords has launched an inquiry into electric vehicles and Government plans to stop the sale of new internal combustion engine cars and vans.

Company car drivers are being warned to be aware of local air quality regulations if taking their car abroad this summer or risk a fine of up to €180 (£154).

Price pressure on used electric vehicles (EVs) for leasing companies could be avoided by introducing a subscription service for returning stock.

While the retail value of used petrol and diesel cars have increased year-on-year, their plug-in-hybrid and electric counterparts have fallen.

Gustavo Marqueta, group business development director of WN VTech, looks at the market potential and challenges in the EV sector.

Fleet operators need to start considering their electric vehicle policies as soon as possible, even if they do not intend to make a wholesale transition until closer to the 2030 deadline.

Edmund King, AA president, looks at how drivers need to feel empowered to embrace change.

Zenith's investment comes as a result of more company car fleets making the switch to electric and salary sacrifice continuing to gain traction in the market.

The Government has published the findings to its consultation on changes to driving licence flexibility for alternatively-fuelled vehicles (AFVs).

Almost half of fleet vehicles are already electric and two thirds of managers have grown the number of EVs they operate in the past year, by an average of 19%.

After months of falling prices, the values of used electric vehicles (EVs) are beginning to stabilise, according to the latest analysis of auction data.

Mowi Scotland has partnered with fleet management company Gofor to transition its company car fleet to fully electric or hybrid by 2025.

The latest fleet electrification news, including Arval promotoes value of used electric vehicles and Scotland ‘most powerful’ charging hub revealed.

Martin Evans, board member of trade body the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), looks at the challenges van fleets face switching from diesel to electric.

The modern fleet decision-maker has an expanding range of responsibilities, as advances in technology and an ever-widening range of products and services add complexity.

Thom Groot, CEO and co-founder of the Electric Car Scheme, wants Government to stop dragging its feet over the zero emission vehicle mandate.

Half of UK electric vehicle (EV) drivers encounter a broken public charge point when they arrive hoping to charge 25% of the time, new research suggests.

A majority of drivers will move away from petrol and diesel and opt for battery technology when choosing their next car, new research suggests.

Thatcham Research is targeting public sector fleets with a two-day training course to help employees stay safe while dealing with electric vehicles.

After substantial decreases in used electric vehicle values in recent months, pricing experts believe that they are set to plateau in the second half of 2023.

Fleets are being urged to only test electric vans during the winter to ensure that they are fit-for-purpose throughout the year.

June marked another month of contracting prices for used electric vehicles, with the average retail value falling year-on-year, new data suggests.

Motability is enabling disabled drivers to make the switch to a plug-in car, with more than 115 electric vehicles (EVs) now available on the scheme.

A new etiquette guide for electric vehicle (EV) drivers has been created by Vauxhall and British etiquette expert, Debrett’s.

Fleets that have a towing need may need to look at new business models to adopt electric vehicles (EVs), new research suggests.

The latest EV news, including Be.EV spend £1m creating ultra-rapid EV hub in Greater Manchester and Gridserve named ‘most reliable’ charge point operator.

Almost half of fleets are not able to gather carbon emissions data from employee commuting, new research suggests.

Overcoming any driver concerns and providing the right training is critical to making the most of electric vehicles.

Full electric accounts for almost one in five cars on the fleets of major companies, double the proportion from a year ago.

With an ambition to be net zero by 2029, Central Co-op is beginning the process of electrifying its funeral fleet.

Karl Howkins, managing director of SOGO mobility, makes the argument for pushing back the ban on petrol and diesel vehicles.

The high demand in the secondhand market for the Tesla Model 3 has contributed to greater bid volumes and higher conversion rates, according to Aston Barclay.

Delivery company DPD has launched a new initiative to find suppliers and innovations to further reduce its fleet’s carbon emissions.

There is growing concern that the poor performance of EVs in the used market could force leasing companies to increase monthly rentals on new electric cars.

The reduction, which includes new cars on order, will see average CO2 car emissions fall from 133g/km to 70g/km.

The market for used EVs is improving, with BCA reporting that it had its strongest performance for EVs in May, since the peak recorded last October.