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Minister meets with industry for destination charging discussion

Transport minister Lilian Greenwood joined industry professionals for a roundtable to mark the launch of a campaign on destination charging.

Charging & infrastructure 18 Jul

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LCV Fair Wear and Tear Guide updated by BVRLA

The new guide gives additional clarity on a range of areas, including clearer definitions and visual examples of uneven tyre wear.

BVRLA 17 Jul

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Leasing giant blames used EV values for multi-million pound loss

Lex Autolease, part of Lloyds Banking Group, has reported a £10.6m loss, just three years after pre-tax profits hit more than half a billion pounds.

Fleet funding 16 Jul

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Industry reacts to launch of electric car grant

The fleet and leasing sector along with the wider automotive industry has broadly welcomed the Government’s new electric car grant.

Electric Car Grant (ECG) 14 Jul

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UPDATED: Electric car grant worth up to £3,750 | Warning of risk to used values

A new electric car grant – worth up to £3,750 off a new battery electric vehicle – has been confirmed by the Government.

Department for Transport 14 Jul

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Urgent action needed to support used EV market, Government told

A coalition of more than 30 companies has written to the Government emphasising the need for urgent action to support the used battery electric vehicle market.

Fleet remarketing 11 Jul

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Free-falling used EV values costing leasing sector millions of pounds

UK’s electric vehicle future hangs in the balance, with used values “falling relentlessly”, costing the fleet and leasing sector dear, says the BVRLA.

Fleet funding 7 Jul

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Action ‘needed now’ to drive electric van uptake

Fleets are reluctant to switch their vans from diesel to electric, citing cost, vehicle range and regulations as major barriers to uptake.

Fleet strategy 30 Jun

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New members join campaign to combat electric vehicle misinformation

Campaign involves collection of user-friendly, simplified facts that offer a balanced and data-backed view of the reality of owning and driving electric cars.

electric and hybrid vehicles 26 Jun

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Government’s Industrial Strategy ‘prioritises’ UK automotive

UK automotive and the fleet and leasing sector have welcomed the Government’s Industrial Strategy and pledged to build on its foundations.

Tax and Legislation 24 Jun

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AFP calls for new rental industry standards

AFP chair Paul Hollick says that members of the trade body are widely reporting what they claim are excessive bills for vehicle damage and late servicing.

SMR 11 Jun

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Driving licence change for electric vehicles takes effect

New driving licence rules for heavier electric vans come into force, bringing them into line with their lighter petrol and diesel counterparts.

Department for Transport 10 Jun

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Industry jobs: Roles filled at Lightfoot, BVRLA, Gofor, Sam Telematics and Club Car

The latest industry appointments, including Lightfoot names new chief revenue officer and BVRLA names new member services director.

appointments 9 Jun

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Government hears electric van challenges first-hand from fleets

Fleet decision-makers shared the challenges of transitioning their van fleets to electric power with the Government at a recent industry roundtable.

Department for Transport 27 May

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BVRLA Fleets in Charge Conference to explore EV challenges and policy ambition

The BVRLA's annual Fleets in Charge Conference on July 2 will explore EV policy ambition and real-world adoption challenges facing the industry.

BVRLA 7 May

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Salary sacrifice funding hits record high | Leased van fleet declines

Business contract hire is driving growth in the leasing sector, with salary sacrifice also continuing its meteoric rise.

Fleet funding 16 Apr

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Industry-backed battery health check for EVs ‘urgently’ required

Ric Baird, board director at the AFP, says more needs to be done to make EVs feel as much a secure and sensible purchase as a petrol or diesel equivalent.

Fleet remarketing 14 Apr

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Diesel van ban extension welcomed but incentives ‘still needed’

Vans with an internal combustion engine will be allowed to be sold until 2035, alongside full hybrids and plug-in hybrid light commercial vehicles.

ZEV Mandate 9 Apr

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Electric vehicle batteries last 'well beyond' manufacturer warranties

Research was based on 8,300 battery health certificates for used EVs from 30 different brands sold by Arval.

Fleet remarketing 7 Apr

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Government warned EV switch at risk unless it helps ease RV volatility

Open letter calling for urgent measures has been signed by more than 25 organisations, including fleets, rental firms, leasing companies and trade bodies.

Fleet remarketing 3 Apr