Electric vehicles - Page 67

By Gerry Keaney, chief executive of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA)

By Morris Kesler, chief technology officer at WiTricity

As a result of air quality debates, Fleet News editor invites industry figures to have their say in the Fleet Budget Manifesto

European Commission says car manufacturers may be attempting to ‘cheat’ new vehicle emissions tests in a bid to ‘manipulate’ future targets imposed by the EU.

The Government has launched a call for evidence on the impact of emissions from brakes, tyres and road wear in an effort to tackle all sources of pollution.

The Government has been criticised by renewable energy experts for launching another consultation on E10 petrol (petrol with 10% renewable bioethanol).

Almost half of drivers (47%) do not envisage running an electric car for at least 10 years, if not longer, according to a survey from Venson Automotive Solutions.

The Institute of the Motor Industry says it's vital that training and accreditation is extended to those dealing with electric vehicles (EVs) at the roadside.

Ofgem says that more flexible use of the energy system will allow more electric vehicles to be charged.

Royal Greenwich’s council has teamed with regular car club provider, Enterprise to trial the EV scheme.

The Electric Nation project has installed its final smart charger as part of its trial with electric vehicle (EV) owners.

Evolt UK has installed its rapid charging units at a purpose-built charging hub that includes solar power and energy storage.

The Government can mandate electric vehicle (EV) charge points at motorway services after the Autonomous and Electric Vehicles Act passed through Parliament.

Uncertainty around WLTP, the new emissions testing regime, could create unpredictability in the used car market, warns the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).

The Government’s ‘misguided’ company car tax policy is depressing sales of electric cars at a time when they should be starting to increase, says Fleet Evolution.

Clean Air Zones, aimed at improving air quality in towns and cities, could present an opportunity for medium term rental, says Meridian Vehicle Solutions.

Car-sharing network Zipcar has launched its fleet of 325 Volkswagen e-Golf electric cars in London - and called for more action to improve the capital's air quality.

The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association has launched a pledge that will see its members’ plug-in vehicle fleet size from 50,000 today to 720,000 by 2025.

Nottingham City Council claims that other measures being introduced will help it achieve compliance with legal limits earlier than expected.

Sales of pure electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles have risen every month so far this year, with one being registered every nine minutes in the UK.

Jaguar has launched a free app that can help company car drivers understand if an electric vehicle (EV) would be suitable for their driving habits.

LeasePlan has become a founding partner of the Zero Emission Vehicle Challenge, which aims to accelerate the uptake of electric vehicles.

ACFO chairman John Pryor was one of three directors unanimously re-elected to the board of the fleet decision-makers' organisation at the company's AGM.

Tesla is predicted to sell the most electric cars in 2019, but by 2021 PA Consulting says that Mercedes will become the market leader in EV production.

Campaign group ClientEarth insists it has only one agenda – to protect people's health by upholding their right to breathe clean air.

The Committee for Climate Change, Transport for London (TfL) and Shell have expressed their support for the early introduction of zero emission vehicles.

TfL has unveiled plans to tighten the exemption from the Congestion Charge for private hire vehicles by replacing the Ultra Low Emission Discount.

The Government wants at least 50% — and as many as 70% — of new car registrations to be ultra-low emission by 2030, alongside up to 40% of new vans.

The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is warning that a lack of charging points across Europe is putting consumers off buying electric cars.

The decline in diesel new car registrations continued in June, with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reporting a 28.2% fall compared to June 2017.

Renault Trucks has announced its second generation range of fully electric trucks.

DfT says current hybrid technology would not comply, because of the short range before the engine kicks in and most of the driving is using the internal combustion engine.

By Glass's new car editor Becca Platt

Vehicles ‘disappearing’ off price lists while they get re-tested and fleets complain that future tax implications are unclear.

Figures from the RAC show fleet decision-makers had some respite at the pumps in June, with the average price of diesel and petrol falling.

Research from Go Ultra Low has revealed several myths around electric vehicles, including 42% of Brits underestimating the amount of EV chargers in the UK.

The leasing company told Fleet News that the move is essential to maintain customer service and transparency.

The second phase of the UK CITE consortium will see Jaguar Land Rover trial a range of intelligent connected features on public roads in Coventry.

The annual conference has been confirmed for July 12, called ‘People, Policy or Product – How far can consumers take the drive to zero emissions?’

Cambridge City Council has selected eVolt UK to supply electric vehicle (EV) charging points across Cambridge for its Ultra Low Emission Vehicle Taxi project.