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REE Automotive has showcased three prototype next-generation electric vehicle (EV) platforms that are expected to underpin a new range of commercial vehicles and support new mobility solutions.

BP Chargemaster has secured a contract, worth up to £21 million, to supply Police Scotland’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure.

It is reporting huge interest in its own EV salary sacrifice scheme, with more than 100 businesses having already signed up.

The Food Train charity has taken delivery of six new Renault electric vans, enabling it complete zero-emission deliveries in Scotland.

Fleet200 companies have different views on whether a business should contribute to a home charging point if an employee chooses an electric vehicle (EV).

The aim is for the fleet, rental and leasing sector to own and operating around 900,000 battery electric vehicles (BEVs) within five years.

Desire to switch to EVs has increased as a result of the pandemic

Just over a third of GB-based vans travelled regionally (34%), 14% travelled nationally and 1% internationally on a typical day.

Fleets are adopting electric vehicles (EVs) in record numbers as greater choice and zero benefit-in-kind (BIK) tax boost their appeal to company car drivers.

Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), looks at the astonishing increase in the adoption of EVs by company car drivers and reflects on concerns around availability.

Targa Telematics has developed Targa Best Choice, a tool to monitor the efficiency and profitability of an electric conversion of fleet vehicles.

Citroen is now accepting orders for the new C4 and electric e-C4, with prices starting from £20,990.

The Miles Consultancy (TMC) has launched TMC-e, a data-led service that aims to take the uncertainty out of fleets deploying electric vehicles (EVs).

Electric vehicle (EV) drivers at Mitie have expressed concerns about public charging infrastructure in the company’s latest driver survey.

Audi is expanding the A3 line-up with the addition of a new plug-in hybrid model, known as the 40 TFSI e.

Energy company Total has acquired Source London, the electric vehicle charging network with 1,600 on-street locations, for an undisclosed sum.

Nissan has created a new Leaf-based concept to showcase the capabilities of an electric vehicle (EV) to provide power in the event of a natural disaster or extreme weather.

London-based sustainable drinks brand Drinks Cubed is the first business to order the new Volta Zero electric truck.

The latest news briefs including BCA launches a new digital sales channel, Arnold Clark announces partnership with Trakm8 and VW partners with Octopus Energy.

Ofgem is considering introducing new rules, which would allow power companies to switch of electric vehicle (EV) home-chargers during times of high demand.

Reflex Vehicle Hire has said it supports the UK Electric Fleets Coalition, which is calling on the Government to bring forward a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans to 2030.

Electric and hybrid cars continued to grow in popularity across Europe in August, representing more than one in five cars sold in the continent.

Steve Nash, CEO of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) warns that accelerated date for ban could put motorists and automotive workers at serious risk.

Volkswagen has revealed its new Tiguan-sized electric car, the ID.4, which will arrive in the UK before the end of the year.

MG has expanded its range of electrified models with the launch of a new MG5 EV estate car and a plug-in hybrid version of the HS SUV.

Thefts of catalytic converters from vehicles in England and Wales were six times higher in 2019 than the previous year.

Home working, home charging model being created by the adoption of electric company cars and the effects of the coronavirus crisis.

A coalition of 27 companies is calling on the Government to bring forward a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans to 2030.

Transport authorities from major UK cities are urging the Government for more funding to help urban fleets make the switch to electric vehicles (EV).

Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions (HCVS) has signed a three-year deal to collaborate with Hitachi Europe on new net-zero solutions for fleet owners.

Hyundai’s all-new Tucson SUV will be available with plug-in hybrid, hybrid and 48v mild-hybrid powertrains when it goes on sale around the end of this year.

More than a third (37%) of companies with fewer than 100 employees either already operate or plan to adopt electric vehicles (EVs) within the next three years, according to Arval Mobility Observatory research.

Suzuki has unveiled its Swace hybrid estate car which will go on sale in Europe this winter.

The new Jaguar F-Pace has broken cover with a choice of diesel and petrol engines, as well as mild and plug-in hybrid versions.

The AA is rolling out its new EV Support Service division to help support more fleets and businesses that have plug-in vehicle drivers.

Fleets are using the Covid-19 pandemic as a moment to ‘advance or consolidate’ in their planning for the future, says FleetCheck.

Gridserve has announced partnerships with a number of high street retailers to provide services at its upcoming Electric Forecourt near Braintree, Essex.

Two major electric vehicle charging hubs have opened at railway stations in Hatfield and Norton.

To celebrate World EV Day, we’ve compiled the latest, top stories including the Government announcement of plans to accelerate EV uptake and the roll out of a new EV support service from the AA.

Uber has announced plans for half its rides in Europe to be done in electric vehicles by 2025 after signing a memorandum of understanding with Renault and Nissan.