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Tusker is urging the fleet industry to sign an online petition calling for the Government to bring forward the implementation of a 2% BIK tax for electric vehicles.

Coventry City Council has launched the Go Electric Taxi scheme, to encourage cab drivers to move to electric vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz is ready to take on Tesla, Audi and Jaguar with its first electric model, the EQC SUV, which will go on sale next year.

Hyundai's new model Tucson introduces a mild hybrid variant. By Simon Harris.

Petit Forestier has installed Transicold’s ultra-slim NEOS 100 system as the refrigeration unit for five new all-electric Renault Kangoo vans.

The facility in Northampton, built by Mahle Powertrain, is claimed to be the world’s first dedicated Real Driving Emissions test centre.

A report from BT Fleet will reveal the fleet industry’s opinions on clean air and alternative fuels.

Car & Van Lease Supermarket has announced partner company status with Egnida to help resolve future EV infrastructure challenges.

Park Electrical Distributors is taking on a further five Mercedes-Benz plug-in hybrid vehicles to cut costs and demonstrate its commitment to the environment.

We contacted leading figures to ask where they believe fleet is heading over the coming 20 years. All expect MaaS to become widespread, reports Andrew Ryan.

The Government wants to enable a sea change in how people, goods and services are moved around the country by resolving barriers to data sharing.

Insurance, maintenance, tyres and breakdown cover could now be taxed when provided via a so-called Optional Remuneration Arrangements (OpRA).

Registrations of electric cars will surpass those of diesel models in July 2020 if current sales trends continue, Leasing Options has predicted.

Toyota is expanding its partnership with Uber to jointly develop self-driving vehicles, while also investing $500 million (£387m) in the ride-hailing firm.

EO Charging has launched a device that allows non-smart electric vehicle chargers to automatically manage their charging load.

Audi has showcased an all-electric supercar concept at Monterey Car Week, in California.

HMRC has published its latest advisory fuel rates (AFRs), which come into force from September 1.

Glasgow’s initial focus will be on buses but all vehicles will be included by the end of 2022

Volkswagen has announced We Share, an all-electric car sharing service in selected major cities.

Fleet operators will receive guidance with a transition to a zero emission future at Fleet Live.

Congestion and air quality could be improved if cargo bikes and electric vans were used for last-mile deliveries, according to the Government.

E.ON has announced a new tariff specifically tailored for EV, offering a fixed reward of £30 per year equivalent to 850 free miles.

By Kevin Welstead, sector director EVs SSE Enterprise

Hyundai makes progress in hydrogen fuel cell cars with the Nexo. By Simon Harris

Fleet operators will get a chance to inspect Arrivals 7.5 tonne electric van, intended for Royal Mail trials.

Siemens and partner Ubitricity to provide on street residential electric vehicle charging points using existing street light infrastructure with £3.7m investment from Go-Ultra Low City Scheme.

Allianz Partners and Institute of Vehicle Recovery say training courses highlight demand for training in EV technology in the independent recovery market.

83% of Brits believe that in 120 years, cars will be autonomous and 51% think they will levitate, according to research from Goodyear.

Andersen EV has launched the A2 next generation charge point, capable of charging an electric car to 80% in just 30 minutes.

Energy minister Claire Perry hails OVO Energy for its “innovative” electric vehicle products - enabled by smart meters.

A Ford Mondeo Hybrid managed to return 123.7 mpg over an 80 mile journey, as part of an eco-driving challenge.

By Mike Gadd head of fleet sales at EO Charging

UK businesses lead the way with their plans to adopt hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles over the next three years, according to new research by Arval.

Green Motion has opened a new branch in Liverpool as part of a strategy to expand into city centres after establishing sites at all 14 of the UK’s busiest airports.

Anglian Water has rolled out Rolec electric vehicle charge points across six UK sites.

Instead of using the car to get from A to B, private and business motorists will choose multi-modal options, experts predict.

Pod Point has sealed a three-year preferred supplier deal with Fuller's, launching new charge points at 10 of its London and south-eastern venues.

A harmful chemical discovered in a component could force the Volkswagen Group to recall 124,000 electric and hybrid cars from its VW, Audi and Porsche brands.

ACFO welcomes HMRC decision to introduce a mileage reimbursement rate for electric company cars of 4 pence per mile (ppl) from September 1.

BVRLA chief executive Gerry Keaney calls on Government to “get its act together” and address “obvious failures” in short-term tax policies for electric cars.