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Building on experience in hybrids since 2012 puts Rav4 in prime position to attract fleet interest

The combination of the pandemic and microchip shortages is a big hurdle to overcome, but Kia UK’s fleet sales are allowing it to flourish

Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions urges fleets to order vehicles now to avoid costly contract extensions

JCB has taken delivery of a second-generation hydrogen-powered Toyota Mirai as the digger giant develops its own hydrogen technology.

Meeting the need for ‘sustainable mobility’ for fleets, employees, retail and industry partners is at the heart of Lakshmi Moorthy’s strategy

A new, Government-backed total cost of ownership app that tracks business journeys is aiming to help small fleet operators switch to electric vehicles (EVs).

To help electrify its company car fleet, Volvo Group has adopted a wholelife cost approach to constructing fleet choice lists, based on advice from Arval UK.

Renault Retail Group has switched its fleet of courtesy cars to fully electric Renault Zoe models.

IMI warning of shortfall in qualified electric vehicle technicians headed by Rivus as Fleet Assist warns garages to upskill employees so they are EV ready.

A strong range of models combined with perfect timing has hit the spot for Vauxhall’s electric vans

DPD was one of the first major UK fleets to commit to transitioning to battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and its progress has been rapid.

London-based fruit and vegetable delivery company Fruit 4 London has been at the vanguard of electric vehicle (EV) fleets for almost a decade.

Reducing its impact on the environment has long been a focus of Sureserve Group, with a variety of actions having already been undertaken.

Tucked into the region with the highest greenhouse gas emissions in the UK, Hull City Council doesn’t have to look far for reminders of the need to cut emissions.

Vinci Construction UK expects more than 20% of its 1,000 car fleet to be fully electric by the end of the year, despite only beginning its electrification journey with its first deliveries in October 2020.

Avon Fire & Rescue Service has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2030 and the role of fleet manager Brian Harwood to help it achieve that goal is no easy task.

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Energy firm SSE is ahead of schedule in switching to a fully electric fleet, with almost half of the cars it operates expected to be fully electric in 2022.

The EV Café have revealed their top tips and advice for fleet managers to help them overcome the challenges associated with transitioning to an electric fleet.

Using lessons from the past, but keeping a close eye on the future

Drax has launched My Electric Vehicles, a fleet management platform for businesses, supporting their efforts to decarbonise and accelerate EV uptake.

Charity Cats Protection has extended its fleet sole supply arrangement with Peugeot and added the electric e-Expert van to its fleet.

Delegates attending this week’s Fleet & Mobility Live show will gain access to tips on expanding their electric vehicle (EV) fleets with an in-depth case study from OVO Energy.

The EV Cafe, the expert team of industry leaders on all things electric vehicles, will be on hand at this year’s Fleet & Mobility Live to provide tips and advice on making the switch to zero emissions.

Head of corporate sales is bullish about BMW’s prospects for 2022

Falmouth and Penryn primary care network (PCN) has introduced a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) into its day-to-day operations.

There are just two weeks to go until the fleet and mobility industry is reunited in person again at the largest dedicated show of its kind in the UK.

Addison Lee will begin transitioning to a fully electric fleet in November, with an initial order for 450 Volkswagen ID4s.

Nissan has supplied 10 Nissan Leafs to launch Sunderland City Council’s mobility hub project, which aims to promote more sustainable travel in the area.

Halewood Artisanal Spirits has taken delivery of 25 Kia e-Niro’s from Bolton Kia to help transition its fleet to electric.

Combined with the Keyfuels network it already offered, its customers now have access to more than 6,500 fuel sites across the UK.

The issues and long-term challenges of moving people and goods around will be addressed at this year’s Fleet & Mobility Live, at the NEC Birmingham on October 5 and 6.

Delegates attending Fleet & Mobility Live this year will gain access to expert sessions offering vital insight on how to make the transition to electric vehicles (EVs).

Almost one-in-three fleet managers do not feel they have the expertise to advise drivers on electric vehicles (EVs), research from LeasePlan suggests.

The IMI has warned that workshops and garages do not currently have the skills and the pipeline of talent needed to service and repair electrified vehicles.

Ovo Energy is expanding its fleet of electric vehicles with an order for more than 1,000 Vauxhall Vivaro-e vans.

Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid (PHEV) drivers across Europe have covered 49% of their total distance travelled, this year, using battery power alone.

JustGoEV has launched an online marketplace for new and used electric, plug-in hybrid and hybrid cars.

More needs to be done to encourage people to buy new and used EVs, if the country is to achieve its goal of phasing out the sale of petrol and diesel new cars and vans by 2030.