Electric vehicles - Page 2

Setting achievable targets is key to making the move to electric, according to Mitie fleet manager Heidi Thompson

Vehicle supply issues, charger incompatibility and a Treasury that's out of touch with business needs were issues aired by fleet decision-makers attending the September Fleet200 Strategy Network as they transition to EV.

Manufacturers have been accused of exploiting EV transition to maximise profits and reneging on contract agreements at the last minute by fleet decision-makers.

Electrifying a fleet without negatively impacting business operations is a challenge all organisations are facing, particularly those running vans.

‘We can help fleets plan for decarbonisation,’ says Renault Trucks UK’s James Charnock

Group discovers an interesting by-product from the introduction of more EVs

The business case for EVs, charging strategies, mileage reimbursement rates, vehicle supply issues… there was no shortage of challenges to address at our recent roundtable

VIP-style approach to customer service is part of the Genesis strategy to win fleet sales

Red Corporate Driver Training not only helps fleets with training and other services, it is also considering how to electrify its own fleet at the same time

Buy-in from board members and drivers means electrification is no hill to climb for storage and information management services company Iron Mountain

A new Fleet200 Strategy Network (FSN) survey reveals how respondents have already reduced the diesel mix of their car fleets to 54%.

Path towards electric and an embracement of digital sales channels are among strategies helping Volvo to establish itself as a key player in premium car market

The zero-emission powered light vehicle sector ould be key to many fleets’ future net-zero ambitions, according to a new action plan.

Reworked refuse vehicle is ‘the ultimate in recycling’ say the judges in Fleet News Awards

Technology can help fleets to manage their transition to electric vehicles.

Captive leasing and optimised supply chain combine with local level pilot projects to give Ivor Johnson both holistic and regional view of fleet excellence

The environment has become the primary focus of fleet decision-makers, forcing a new approach by leasing companies

Different approach to fleet market paying off as march to EV continues

Lack of dealerships is no barrier to newcomer’s flourishing registrations

Businesses and their employees seeking to go green are proving a boon for Fleet Alliance

Acquisitions are among the keys to future growth of Fleet News Award winner

Collaboration with UPS has been critical in development of electric vans

An increasingly diverse range of fleets is considering how they can incorporate the benefits of e-cargo bikes and e-scooters into their operations.

Providing EV support and using connected vehicles to prevent breakdowns are two key areas the AA intends to focus on in 2022

Here, we look at the numerous electric vehicle launches for fleets planned over the coming year...

London-based fruit and vegetable delivery company Fruit 4 London has been at the vanguard of electric vehicle (EV) fleets for almost a decade.

Reducing its impact on the environment has long been a focus of Sureserve Group, with a variety of actions having already been undertaken.

Tucked into the region with the highest greenhouse gas emissions in the UK, Hull City Council doesn’t have to look far for reminders of the need to cut emissions.

Vinci Construction UK expects more than 20% of its 1,000 car fleet to be fully electric by the end of the year, despite only beginning its electrification journey with its first deliveries in October 2020.

Avon Fire & Rescue Service has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2030 and the role of fleet manager Brian Harwood to help it achieve that goal is no easy task.

Head of corporate sales is bullish about BMW’s prospects for 2022

Using electric scooters instead of cars could be a valuable advance in cutting emissions and congestion in urban areas.

CEO Matteo de Renzi outlines integrated energy strategy

Van and truck fleets are having to rethink last-mile delivery strategies as cities shift their priorities

UK head of fleet Nick O’Neill outlines Volkswagen’s plans to become much more than simply a provider of cars

Manufacturers are meeting the growing demand for electric vehicles with a raft of new launches. Here we look at the new models on their way.

Altrad Services has combined telematics data and greater driver engagement to transform its fleet.

Ogilvie Fleet reports record figures following first lockdown lifting and is optimistic about 2021

Water and waste company commits to zero carbon future and to use 100% renewable energy.

Ensuring an electric vehicle has enough charge in its battery to carry out necessary journeys is critical, but what options are available?