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Peugeot has facelifted the 2008 compact SUV with a fresh new look, updated technology and revised powertrains.

Latest EV news, including work to install ultra-rapid EV charging hubs has begun in joint project between SSE Energy Solutions and real estate agents M7

The entire corporate sales fleet at Just Eat, currently consisting of 175 diesel vehicles, will be replaced with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by 2025.

Electric timber trucks will be put through their paces during a three-year trial in Scotland, thanks to £452,000 in funding from the Scottish Forestry.

Arnold Clark is set to create the UK’s first business-based national electric vehicle (EV) charging network with a £23 million investment to install rapid chargers across its 80 dealerships.

GWM Ora has unveiled a yet-to-be-named electric saloon car as its second model to launch in the UK.

Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), looks at why the collapse of used electric vehicle values is bad news for fleets.

Volkswagen is now acceping orders for the facelifted version of its ID3 electric car.

Lexus is rolling out a new technology that will boost the efficiency of its hybrid and plug-in hybrid (PHEV) models.

A fully electric chassis cab from new market entrant OHM will go on sale in the UK from June, imported and sold via distributor Fapi Motors.

The figures from the SMMT also show that one in five electric vans are registered in the south-east.

Einride’s electric trucks are taking to UK roads after PepsiCo, owner of the Walkers brand, agreed a commercial deal with the Swedish technology firm.

The Smart #1 will go on sale this summer with a starting price of £35,950, kickstarting a new era for the brand.

Tesla has introduced a new variant of the Model 3, specifically for fleet customers.

With low BIK tax rates incentivising company car drivers to make the switch to electric, the Government is being urged to incentivise the retail sector.

Iveco will begin proof of concept trials of its new electric tractor unit, the Nikola Tre, by the end of the year after showing the pre-production truck at the CV Show.

Renault Trucks will be rolling out 94kWh batteries later this year, potentially doubling the range of its full electric trucks.

More than 90% of Townstar registrations will be electric, according to Nissan, as it unveiled the new powertrain option for the small panel van at the CV Show.

New research from Vauxhall suggests that almost 20 million tonnes of CO2 could be saved every year if the UK’s van fleet was converted into fully electric vans.

Chinese manufacturer Zeekr will launch electric vehicles in Europe starting this year as part of the brand’s ambitious global growth strategy.

A company believes it has the answer to the biggest dilemma facing fleet operators looking to transition to electric: how to recharge return-to-home vans.

Volkswagen’s sleek electric ID7 upper-medium car will be almost five metres long and have a range of up to 438 miles.

Chinese carmaker HiPhi, the EV automotive brand owned by Human Horizons, has begun testing to achieve European type approval for the HiPhi X.

The Watt Electric Vehicle Company has revealed the inside of its electric eCV1 prototype electric commercial vehicle, showing a central driving position.

The British Army is converting four Land Rover Defenders to electric power before testing them in various battlefield scenarios.

Volkswagen has developed a new electric motor for its ID models that produces more power and is more efficient.

Marc Samuel has been appointed as the new national fleet sales manager for Chinese carmaker Nio.

Kia will begin production of its new purpose built vehicles (PBVs) in 2025, offering a suite of custom vehicles that utlise an electric skateboard platform.

Toyota is continuing its investment in plug-in hybrid (PHEV) technology, with the aim to launch models that cover more than 120 miles on a single charge.

Volvo has overhauled the electric powertrains fitted to its C40 and XC40 Recharge models, boosting the range and efficiency of the cars.

Mini will launch an all-new Countryman next year, based on the same platform as the BMW X1.

Parts of the country are without the grid capacity to support EV charging hubs at scale, leaving fleets facing ‘charging deserts’, experts are warning.

First Hydrogen has revealed new images of its Generation II vehicle, which will be available with either fuel cell electric or battery electric drive trains.

Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service has added five Kia Sportage PHEV models to its fleet.

Industry welcomes Government plans to mandate the proportion of electric vehicles (EVs) produced by manufacturers.

The Vehicle Remarketing Association is calling for an industry standard battery health check to increase confidence in the used electric vehicle sector.

Helixx has unveiled a range of four compact electric vehicles to service the last-mile delivery and urban mobility sectors.

Fleets should expect to see downward price pressure on new electric vehicles as multiple Chinese car manufacturers target the UK market.

Lightyear is hoping to reignite production plans for its mass produced solar electric car after the business was forced to file for bankruptcy.

Tevva is calling for more Government support to help fleets make the switch to electric by bringing incentives in line with those available in mainland Europe.