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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.

More than eight in 10 (83%) van drivers would consider an electric vehicle as their next LCV, a survey by Vanarama has found.

A revised company car scheme at Arval has led half its drivers to switch to an electric vehicle (EV), since launching in May.

Fleet Assist has announced that more than 80% of its garage network is now capable of working on hybrid and electric vehicles.

Fleet and used vehicles boss believes BIK incentives will bring drivers back to company cars

By Professor Colin Tourick, management consultant specialising in the automotive fleet and asset finance markets

Volta Trucks has revealed the new Volta Zero, a purpose-built fully electric 16-tonne commercial vehicle designed specifically for inner-city parcel and freight distribution.

Award-winning best zero emission car – e-Niro – is leading charge as interest in BEVs grows

Skoda has revealed the all-new fully electric Enyaq iV SUV and confirmed UK prices will start from £33,450.

The Honda e is a retro-styled electric city car that looks like no other.

The partnership, extending through to 2040, will see Drive Energi build, own and operate 300 locations over the next three years.

Amazon is expanding its European delivery fleet with 1,800 new electric vans from Mercedes-Benz.

Covid-19’s impact on the economy is not denting interest in electric vehicles (EVs), with record-breaking registrations in Europe, last month.

Renault has revealed the pricing and CO2 emissions for its new Clio E-Tech hybrid and Captur and Megane E-Tech plug-in hybrid models.

Used car values for both petrol and diesel stayed strong in August, but electric vehicles (EVs) and some hybrids continue to struggle, says CAP HPI.

Kia has revealed a plug-in hybrid version of the new seven-seat Sorento SUV will go on sale next year.

Land Rover has introduced a pair of new mild-hybrid diesel engines to the Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque.

Worries around charging infrastructure have been cited as the biggest perceived disadvantage to electric vehicles, according to a DfT survey.

By Jorge Pikunic, managing director at Centrica Business Solutions.

The latest from the fleet industry, including Indicata's latest Market Watch insights report, Lightfoot backs National Road Victim Month and Mina Energy partners with Mitie.

Technology retailer Dixons Carphone has signed up to the Climate Group's EV100 initiative, with a commitment to transition its fleet to electric by 2030.

The latest from the fleet industry, including new locations for Enterprise Car Club, Red Driving School in recruitment push and VRA offers well-being webinar.

Fiat has confirmed pricing and specifications for the new fully-electric E-Ducato.

Volvo has stopped taking orders for diesel-powered XC40 models to coincide with the introduction of new plug-in hybrid and fully electric versions.

The Government’s decision to introduce zero benefit-in-kind-tax for battery electric vehicles is having a positive effect on BEV registrations.

LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) is developing a conversion programme for its new TX taxi-derived VN5 electric van.

Global Action Plan (GAP), the charity behind Clean Air Day, is calling on the Government to introduce new electric vehicle (EV) sale quotas for car manufacturers of at least 15%.

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is the best-selling plug-in hybrid SUV and the UK’s second favourite plug-in hybrid model overall, according to the latest registration figures.

Mercedes-Benz has confirmed pricing for the fully-electric eSprinter panel van.

Start-up company Trojan Energy is installing 200 of its kerbside electric vehicle (EV) chargers across Brent and Camden as part of a trial in the capital.