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Bensons for Beds is launching an electric vehicle (EV) delivery trial as it begins planning to phase out all its petrol and diesel vehicles.

Rolec has acquired VendElectric and Group Manager’s charging networks, expanding its portfolio of electric vehicle (EV) charge points.

The first electric vehicles will be given green number plates from today, with Government suggesting the move could unlock incentives for drivers and fleets.

UK Power Networks are calling on SMEs from across London, the South East and East of England to take part in a project to help enable the UK’s transition to net zero.

New guidance to help fleets transition to electric vehicles (EVs) is being launched at an Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) webinar, being held next week.

Toyota has released a stylised silhouette of a new mid-size battery electric SUV it is developing.

Volvo’s XC60 SUV range is now available as either a mild hybrid or as a plug-in hybrid after the manufacturer revised its powertrain option.

Gridserve has joined forces with Hitachi Capital (UK) to launch a net zero electric vehicle leasing business, offering customers free charging.

Fleets are ordering electric vehicles in increasing numbers, but the latest company car registration figures show a dramatic decline in the overall market.

Paul Holland, managing director for UK Fuel at Fleetcor, feels that the UK government should capitalise on EV developments and help fleets make the switch.

The Government must commit to “seamless access” to electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure to accelerate uptake, according to Polly Billington, director at UK100.

First ever plug-in hybrid Audi model in the compact SUV class combines 245PS system output with scope for emission-free travel for up to 31 miles.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is launching a market study into electric vehicle (EV) charging to make sure that the sector delivers for drivers.

DS Automobiles has confirmed it will launch a new C-segment hatchback in 2021 that is set to rival the Audi A3 and Mercedes-Benz A-Class.

New algorithm aims to help fleets make a more precise comparison between electric, petrol and diesel vehicles when building company car choice lists.

DriveElectric is supplying the electric vehicles (EVs) for a new £28.5 million smart energy island project in Orkney.

Groupe PSA will expand its range of electric vans next year with the introduction of the Citroen e-Berlingo, Peugeot e-Partner and Vauxhall Combo-e.

Toyota is expanding its SUV range with the addition of the RAV4 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) and new Highlander, both of which can be ordered from January 4 2021.

Vehicle data from Epyx suggests that 14% of cars and vans operated by fleets are now either hybrid or battery electric vehicles (BEVs).

Mercedes-Benz Vans has revised the pricing and trim levels for the eVito electric van.

Honda has dropped the non-hybrid powertrain option from its CR-V and has revised the model for 2021.

Volkswagen’s new ID3 was the best-selling electric vehicle (EV) across Europe in October 2020.

The Government should focus on decarbonising the fuel, not the vehicle, a new report into the future of Britain’s automotive industry has said.

Production process problems have been blamed for recalls by Ford and BMW affecting more than 46,000 cars, including almost 5,000 in the UK.

Sky has added 151 plug-in hybrid (PHEV) Ford Transit Customs to its fleet as part of its commitment to be net zero carbon by 2030.

Autohorn achieves electric vehicle target, Co-wheels launches hybrid-only car club, free telematics guide and VRA offers Brexit briefing.

Fleet News is asking fleet decision-makers for their views on the diesel and petrol, new car and van ban from 2030.

Electric Nation has installed the first 100 chargers as part of its latest Vehicle to Grid (V2G) trial.

Roger Brereton, head of sales at Pailton Engineering, explains some of the unique challenges on the road to electrification in different sectors.

Vanarama has partnered with electric vehicle (EV) charging specialist Mina to offer a complete charging product for customers that lease electric vans.

Groupe PSA’s luxury arm DS Automobiles has confirmed that it will stop selling petrol and diesel cars by 2025, offering just electric and plug-in hybrid models.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) has entered a new partnership with energy platform Kaluza to develop a range of cheaper and more sustainable charging services for its customers.

The Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) has attempted to clarify the types of hybrid cars and vans that will be allowed to remain on sale until 2035.

Transport for London (TfL) and London Councils have launched a competition to select up to three operators for a 12-month trial of rental e-scooters in the capital.

A growing number of fleets are starting to make the switch to plug-in vehicles, according to data published by the Department for Transport (DfT).

Fleet and leasing industry welcomes ban but says support will be needed for fleets to make the transition.

New petrol and diesel cars and vans will not be allowed to be sold in the UK from 2030.

Local governments should focus more on working with commercial fleets to make a success of EV infrastructure, according to a new report from AppyWay.

Tesco is aiming to fully electrify its delivery fleet by 2028 as part of a commitment to reach ‘net zero’ by 2035.

Electric vehicle (EV) subscription service provider ONTO has added 300 Peugeot e-208 and 300 DS3 E-Tense models to its fleet, which are available to reserve now.