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The European Court of Justice says that the European Commission had no power to weaken emissions limits for on-the-road tests.

Rolec EV has announced the opening of a new factory complex to increase production output by over 200%, with the creation of a further 50 full-time jobs.

Private cars, taxis and vans will pay £8 per day, while HGVs, coaches and buses will be charged £50 per day, to enter Birmingham’s clean air zone (CAZ).

Government-funded and commercial-backed ventures are seeking to identify solutions to some of the most pressing concerns around EV charging infrastructure.

Companies need to change fleet policies to help drive down CO2 emissions further to combat global warming, according to Fleet Evolution.

Connectivity, electric and autonomy solutions to tackle key fleet issues unveiled by manufacturers. By John Lewis

How fast electric vehicles (EVs) can be ‘refuelled’ could undermine efforts to provide an adequate public chargepoint network, suggests a new report for the RAC Foundation.

After six months on our fleet, the VW eGolf has proved its worth by reducing fuel spend and banishing range anxiety.

By Paul Holland chief operating officer, Fleetcor

FM Conway has introduced two Nissan e-NV200 plug-in vans into its London-based fleet, in partnership with Enterprise Flex-E-Rent.

The vehicle rental and leasing industry is laying the groundwork for a secure long-term future, according to the BVRLA’s new Industry Outlook 2019 report.

Highways England and DfT have announced that TRL – the Transport Research Laboratory - will conduct a study into zero emission truck technologies.

Honda ditches diesel for its latest CR-V, favoring a petrol-hybrid setup instead.

The growth for petrol and alternative fuel vehicles failed to offset a further fall in diesel demand in November, according to the SMMT.

Low running costs and a 282-mile range mean the e-Niro could be among the cheapest company cars to run.

The demand for electric vehicles is likely to be significant over the next two to five years and potentially solves the risk to perk fleets.

Fleet decision-makers looking for support for the electrification of transport within their businesses can call on an international climate action body.

By Erik Fairbairn chief executive of Pod Point

The new Mercedes-Benz E 300 e is available to order, with prices starting at £47,450 for the entry-level SE.

Kia Motors Europe and Hyundai have announced reduced ranges for their electric SUVs after an error in the homologation process was discovered.

Kia’s fully-electric e-Niro SUV is to go sale in the UK in April, with a price of £36,495 before the plug-in car grant is applied.

TMC has updated its guide to reimbursing drivers of company-run or grey fleet electric and plug-in hybrid cars.

Merck Sharp and Dohme (MSD) is being advised by ALD Automotive’s fleet consultancy team ahead of its planned relocation to London.

By Chris Evans, deputy managing director at Rolton Group

Volkswagen and Tesco will develop what they claim will be by the UK’s largest retail electric vehicle (EV) charging network, powered by Pod Point.

Most companies have vehicles that travel into urban environments at some time or other and all of these will be affected by the relentless pace of change in urban transport policies.

Many fleets will experience ‘quite a steep learning curve’ next year as a wider choice of vehicles offering different fuel types come to market, says Arval.

The next-generation Kia Soul EV will be available in the first half of 2019, featuring a 64kWh battery.

Average CO2 emissions for cars across the FN50 have risen by a little more than 1g/km to 116.9g/km (up from 115.6g/km last year) and are now on a par with 2016 levels (117g/km).

Lack of product, price and infrastructure are holding van fleet operators back from adopting pure electric vans (EVs) in greater numbers.

The AA has called on British Government to help alternative fuels flourish, as the fleet industry indicates a “strong desire” to use them.

By Dhruv Parekh UK chief executive Masternaut

Electric vehicles are expected to become dominant in 89% of fleets before the end of the next decade, according to a new study by Geotab.

FM Conway has added two Nissan e-NV200 electric vans to its fleet, supplied by Enterprise Flex-E-Rent.

Fleet decision-makers also discuss cash or company car options and car clubs

Nottingham City Council becomes the first local authority to have plans to improve air quality approved by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

The Electric Vehicles (Standardised Recharging) Bill aims to make provision for standardised payment for charging and vehicle connectors.

University College London says car will help further its research into advanced powertrain technologies and serve as practical, zero emission transport for staff.

BT has launched its first dedicated electric vehicle (EV) company car scheme, with support from BT Fleet Solutions.

Fleet decision-makers are failing to recognise the cost benefits of electric cars, says Fleet Evolution.