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Results from the Venson Automotive Solutions ‘Attitudes to Electric Vehicles’ survey showed 11% supported new laws to drive fleet electrification.

Fleets are being told they need to order a percentage of battery electric vehicles when placing bulk orders for petrol or diesel vehicles.

Spirii CEO Tore Harritshøj highlights some of the pioneering solutions businesses in Europe are using to pave the way for heavy transport electrification.

Paul Hollick, chair, Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), examines some of the barriers to operating electric vehicles and what's needed to overcome them.

A new initiative to help freight operators decarbonise their fleet will see electric heavy goods vehicles trialled across the UK.

Rules relating to the operation of electric vans remain unchanged despite the Government promising to make it easier for fleets to operate them.

Webfleet has launched the EV Transition Tool to support businesses transitioning to electric vehicles or expanding their EV fleets.

The installation of the 12 chargers by Blink Charging is part of Evri's goal to reach net-zero by 2035.

Mitie has deployed its 5,000th electric vehicle on its fleet, just two months after taking delivery of its 4,000th zero emission vehicle.

New research shows growth in fleet electrification and what support is offered by employers for drivers to charge their electric vehicle.

The Government has responded to recommendations in a House of Lords electric vehicle report, which includes a pledge to keep company car tax low.

Two-thirds of the cars and vans operated by fleets in the UK could be switched to electric, a major study of driving data suggests.

Medisort is electrifying its fleet by retrofitting its diesel Fiat Ducato vans with a range extender system from Bedeo.

Pair will offer customers advice on EV adoption and charging infrastructure planning as well as solar, battery storage and grid upgrades.

A Tesla job advert for a senior manager to be in charge of a new programme called ‘Zero Service’ should ring alarm bells for fleets, says FleetCheck.

Risk management and electrification are at the top of the agenda for almost all fleet managers, and this was the case at the Fleet News Awards roundtable last month.

The investment supports Europcar’s target to achieve 25% of all delivery and collection miles in EVs to further reduce its overall environmental impact.

Fleets that are part of the Climate Group’s global EV100 initiative are collectively operating 630,000 electric vehicles – a 57% year-on-year increase.

Research by analysts Gartner also finds that legacy OEMs will have to adapt to new rivals and production techniques to remain competitive in the BEV sector.

Eligible employees will be opportunity to join the electric vehicle company car scheme through sacrificing part of their salary.

Michelin plans to move the whole Services and Solutions division’s 54-strong fleet to electric by 2026.

Fleet managers are increasingly having to counter scare stories about EVs, with a flood of misinformation targeting the powertrain, according to the AFP.

Lex Autolease survey suggests fleet sector’s enthusiasm for electric cars continues to grow.

The AC charging cable forms a key, but unsung, role in operating electric vehicles. Looking after them properly can have cost and efficiency benefits.

A council has taken delivery of more than 30 new electric vehicles (EVs) and a hydrogen-powered electric refuse truck.

The automotive aftermarket continues to face multiple challenges with vacancies remaining stubbornly high, according to a new report from the IMI.

A 20-month trial featuring 20 vehicles used by nine fleets generated essential insights for truck operators looking to electrify their operations.

FleetEV will supply 300 vehicles, including cars, vans, and specially adapted vehicles to 15 regions across Wales.

Electric vehicle drivers are retaining a second diesel or petrol car to cater for longer journeys, new research from Zenith suggests.

FedEx Express Europe has introduced new e-cargo bikes to work alongside its vehicle pick-up and delivery fleet in Greater London.

Adopting two-wheel solutions such as e-scooters and e-cargo bikes can cut costs, reduce time stuck in traffic and increase productivity.

Fast-growing supplier of heating, ventilation and air conditioning products has its transport operations in its climate-focused crosshairs.

The new fleet of electric vehicles will be rolled out across TPS’s network.

Latest EV industry news, including free electricity at two new Raw Charging ultra rapid charging hubs.

Council invests £20 million in 45 new fully-electric refuse trucks as part of the biggest decarbonisation programme of its kind by a UK local authority.

New salary sacrifice orders are on the increase because of shorter lead times, a wider range of models and growing manufacturer support, says Fleet Evolution.

Ashley Tate, managing director of Allstar Chargepass, examines how fleet concerns over the transition to electric vehicles must be addressed.

Upskilling EV drivers to make the most out of their vehicles can improve safety, enhance corporate compliance and boost a business’s bottom line, says Jim Kirkwood CEO of TTC.

DHL Supply Chain is rolling out hydrotreated vegetable oil fuel across the majority of its on-site fuelling stations throughout the UK.

Volkswagen has won a fleet deal to supporting the Vatican City State in its transition towards sustainable mobility.