Insight & policy - Page 12

A diesel ban has moved a step closer in Bristol after the cabinet approved the plan yesterday (Tuesday, November 5).

Politicians must work with fleets and car makers to deliver a realistic transition to electric vehicles.

The Government says there is a need to go “further and faster” to reduce transport emissions to reach its net zero emissions target by 2050.

An “ambitious” legally-binding target to limit emissions of fine particulate matter is to be included in an Environmental Bill introduced in Parliament today.

Local authorities are being encouraged to bid for a portion of £2 million of central government cash for a wide range of projects to improve air quality.

The Government has said it will ‘look again’ at plans to end the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2040.

Workplace parking levies could be used as a way of tackling air quality and emissions targets, and raising money to invest in sustainable transport projects.

The first £70m of funding will create 3,000 new rapid charge points, more than doubling the number of rapid charge points across the UK by 2024.

The company car sector is expected to undergo massive changes over the next five years. Industry experts reveal all ...

Fleet Alliance says the Government lacks a clear and cohesive strategy to low emission charging zones, diesels and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles.

Corporate Vehicle Observatory research has identified growing demand for alternatives as diesel falls out of favour, says Arval. By Stephen Briers

Awards finalists swap notes on how they are adjusting to EVs and clean air legislation at the latest Fleet News roundtable. By Andrew Ryan

February is usually one of the quietest months for sales, but this year the picture looks different. Dean Bowkett reports.

John Lewis speaks to industry professionals to offer fleets some guidance and asks which is best, cheap upfront or longer life?

Tyre, brake, clutch and road surface wear also play a significant part in the production of microscopic particles that can invade the body’s vital organs. By James Gordon

Matt de Prez explores if there are cheaper, quicker and clearner alternatives to trunking with the help of industry experts.

Combining telematics with other systems like routing and scheduling can lead to greater efficiency and increases in productivity and profitability.

Maxus has commenced delivery of its zero emission EV80 vans in Europe, known as the LDV EV80 in the UK.

Chris Evans, deputy managing director of Rolton Group explores whether businesses should be switching to EV.

Carbon offsetting schemes help green-minded fleets to see the bigger picture and fulfil their corporate social responsibility obligations. Christopher Smith reports

Fleets account for 65% of electric/hybrid registrations but, at just over 1% of the total UK parc, decision-makers are still reluctant to embrace the technology, reports Chris Phillips

The number of ULEVs on British roads has almost tripled in a year – and fleets are playing their part. But what does the future hold? Andrew Ryan talks to two authorities in the field

From networks to connectors, standard to rapid charge and pay-as-you-go to membership schemes, the topic of charging electric vehicles is confusing.

Organisations should view the Energy Savings Opportunity Scheme as a means to further promote energy efficiency within their fleet. John Charles reports

How manufacturers are making sure cars with electric power stay on the roads.

Julian Kellermann, senior manager E-Mobility at RWE Effizienz offers insight into making electric vehicles work for businesses in this presentation.

Fleet operators need to introduce electric vehicles in significant numbers now if 2020 targets are to be met.