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Toyota is reporting “strong interest” from fleet customers for the electric bZ4X, with orders made now expected to be delivered in October.

Renault has updated the pricing and specification for its Arkana SUV, which includes both full hybrid and mild hybrid engines.

Kia is to assess the feasibility of launching electric vans into the UK market following the announcement of its Plan S electrification strategy.

MG has facelifted the MG5 estate, with prices now starting at £30,995.

Euro NCAP has awarded the BMW i4 a four-star safety rating, with the model losing points in the safety assistance systems category.

In his first fleet interview since being appointed BMW general manager for corporate sales, Steve Roberts talked up the electric ambitions of the carmaker.

Fleets recognise that the time to start the electric journey for both cars and vans is now, according to head of direct and municipal sales Stephen Gafson.

The climate ratings of plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) are set to become a lot more realistic, according to Transport and Environment (T&E).

Dawsongroup Vans has taken delivery of 15 new electric Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourers.

Magtec is heading a £3.25m government-back project to help accelerate the adoption of zero emission trucks for NHS Wales and help support uptake across the UK.

Nissan has confirmed pricing for the all-new electric Ariya SUV starts from £43,845.

Audi’s Q4 e-tron electric car has been awarded top marks for efficiency in an assessment by Green NCAP.

Citroën has revealed the all-electric new e-C4 X with a 100kW powertrain and a WLTP range of up to 223 miles.

Honda has revealed pricing and specifications for 11th generation Civic which is available exclusively as a hybrid.

Tarmac has placed an order with Renault Trucks for a battery electric mixer truck as part of its commitment to net zero.

DS Automobiles has revealed the new DS 7, a facelift of the existing DS 7 Crossback.

VW has previewed its upcoming electric saloon car with the reveal of its ID Aero concept.

The electric Mercedes-Benz Vision EQXX has covered more than 1,200 km (746 miles) on a single charge, beating its own efficiency record.

Toyota is rolling out a series of enhancements to its Rav4 SUV model for the 2023 model year.

Stellantis has invested more than £28 million in two of its engineering hubs to boost the range of its future electric models and to develop autonomous driving technology.

Electric technology has levelled the company car playing field with relative fleet newcomers such as Hyundai able to take advantage of rising demand for alternative fuels.

Volkswagen has introduced a new entry-level trim grade for the electric ID5 that is more than £3,000 cheaper than the current start point to the range.

Special case HGVs may get exemption as ministers launch £200m electric vehicle project.

Stellantis will be showcasing eight brands at CCIA, with models available to test from Alfa Romeo, Citroen, DS, Fiat, Fiat Professional, Jeep, Peugeot and Vauxhall.

Peugeot has reduced the price and increased the specification of its e-Rifter MPV.

Nissan has added a new hybrid powertrain to the Juke line-up, which is available to order now.

The transition to an electric van fleet will require “better” fleet management software, according to UFODrive founder Aidan McClean.

Cupra is expanding its model line-up with three new cars over the next three years.

Mercedes has pulled the wraps off its new GLC SUV, which enters its second generation with a more upmarket interior and three plug-in hybrid engines.

BMW has revealed the new X1 compact SUV, which includes a fully electric iX1 variant.

Honda (UK) is preparing to focus on the fleet sector “more strongly” after concentrating on the retail market to build a sustainable business model.

Great Wall Motors (GWM) is launching the ORA Funky Cat, a new electric city car that’s priced at £30,495.

The UK is “tantalisingly” close to hitting the half a million milestone of electric cars being registered on UK roads, new Government data suggests.

Polestar has invested in StoreDot, which is developing silicon-dominant extreme fast charging batteries for electric vehicles (EVs).

Citroën UK has revealed pricing and specification details for the new Ami 100% ëlectric quadricycle and its light goods variant, My Ami Cargo.

Hyundai Business revamps relationships, while ULEVs put manufacturer on more choice lists.

BMW has confirmed its ‘Neue Klasse’ platform will underpin a new 3 Series-sized electric car, due to launch in 2025.

DS Automobiles has built a new prototype electric vehicle (EV) that uses electric motor regeneration instead of conventional brakes.

Electric vehicle infrastructure and the decarbonisation of the UK freight industry will be put under the spotlight at next week’s Smart Transport Conference in Leeds.

A fleet of 20 Daf LF Electric trucks have entered service with a range of public bodies as part of the Battery Electric Truck Trial (BETT).