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Seven global vehicle manufacturers have met ‘for the first time’ at the Hydrogen for Clean Transport Conference to discuss plans for 2040.

RAC Foundation says some initiatives are ‘blue sky thinking at its extreme’.

Leasing company DriveElectric has launched a vehicle to grid service for electric vehicle drivers, both at home and at the workplace.

Event attendees can book a free half-hour session with one of their peers.

Fleet assistant Jason Smith believes running an electric vehicle fleet offers multiple benefits to the university and its drivers, as Andrew Ryan found out

By Ben Howarth, senior adviser for motor and liability, Association of British Insurers (ABI)

LeasePlan has said it will transition its own employee fleet to electric cars.

Newly-released data from TMC highlights worryingly-high fuel consumption and emissions in real-world driving for hybrid vehicles.

Arval consultant says there’s no need to panic over air quality proposals.

Honda has confirmed that electrified technology will now feature in every new car model it launches in Europe.

BMW has showcased its i Vision Dynamics and X7 iPerformance concept cars at the Frankfurt motor show

Mercedes-Benz has further strengthened its electric intentions at Frankfurt, with the EQA concept.

Mercedes-Benz has presented a preproduction model of the new GLC F‑CELL at the 2017 Frankfurt motor show.

Volkswagen has announced Roadmap E, a comprehensive electrification initiative which will see electrified vehicles available across its entire model portfolio by 2030 at the latest.

Fleets are beginning the journey to a carbon-free future and they will be briefed on what the first steps will look like at a special seminar to be held next month.

Jaguar Land Rover has made a commitment that from 2020 all its new vehicle ranges will be available with electrified powertrains.

Nissan has revealed a new Leaf with an increased range of 235 miles and the introduction of its latest autonomous driving technology.

Graham Short is using his 19 years’ experience in fleet to transform Zip Water’s car and van policy, saving money as the fleet expands. Sarah Tooze reports

Until four years ago, Mitsubishi was retail and pick-up focused but Outlander PHEV tapped into the eco trend, opening the door to fleet. Matt de Prez reports.

Demand for diesel cars fell by more than 21% in August, while registrations of conventional petrol vehicles grew by almost 4%, says SMMT.

Drivers may be paying too little BIK tax and avoiding congestion charges as a result.

‘Charge rage’ could soon be replacing road rage on London’s streets if the predicted demand for electric car charging points is not met, according to a new report.

Year-to-date figures show a 10% decline for diesel with alternatives on the rise.

By Scott Miller, vice president of sales Europe, ChargePoint

In the August 31 edition of Thinking CAP, Martin Ward discusses the Seat Ibiza press launch, the annual Classics on the Common and why he can't escape 2040.

ChargePoint Services and Motor Fuel Group have signed a partnership deal for the roll-out of electric vehicle (EV) charging across UK forecourts.

Fleet Alliance has revealed the cost performance for what it describes as a “mixed bag” of fuel types.

A new Mini Electric concept will make its world premiere at the Frankfurt motor show in September.

UK-based Connected Energy and Groupe Renault have installed two quick-charge stations based in Belgium and Germany.

Swarco Parking and eMobility has been awarded official Go Ultra Low Company status.

New models of diesel and petrol cars will have to pass a new emissions test before they are allowed on Britain’s roads from Friday (September 1, 2017).

The growth of electric and hybrid vehicles is set to fundamentally change the bodyshop landscape, according to Graham O’Neill, the CEO of ACIS.

England's legendary goalkeeper will provide a vivid overview of the self-discipline and dedication it takes to become the world’s best.

The new standardised classification for the power output of its model range will apply worldwide.

With more locations joining the country’s Crit’Air scheme the RAC is urging motorists to check if they are affected now.

Citroen's C-Zero has been named by Cap HPI as the cheapest pure-electric car to run over a two-year/20,000-mile period.

CVO Barometer gives insight into industry views on future, according to Arval.

Fleet operators call for clarity on the future basis of vehicle taxation beyond the current system of CO2 emissions derived from the combined mpg figure.

Uncertainty over the future taxation of diesel cars could bring forward the ‘tipping point’ where plug-in cars become more cost-effective for fleets.

Young motorists confound the ‘boy racer’ image with their preference to EV, according to the AA.