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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

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Industry reaction: Spring Statement ‘fails to address’ long-term electric vehicle demand

The fleet and leasing sector reacts to the latest economic figures published by the Office for Budget Responsibility and the Chancellor's Spring Statement.

Tax and Legislation 26 Mar

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Opinion: Government incentives work - so why stop now?

Tom Middleditch, from Europcar Mobility Group UK, explores the role the rental industry can play in helping the wider fleet and automotive sector make a steady and sustainable switch to zero emissions mobility.

opinion 21 Mar

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D&I progress in automotive sector has ‘stagnated’ report finds

Businesses need to move beyond ‘superficial’ diversity and inclusion initiatives as progress has stagnated recently, according to Deloitte.

People leadership 7 Mar

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Sandall-Mansergh recognised for green credentials at BVRLA Awards

Sandall-Mansergh, who joined Alphabet in 2022, was nominated as a stand-out performer in the Decarbonisation Driver category.

People leadership 7 Mar

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Scrapping regulations could ‘unlock 160k electric van registrations’

That’s according to a survey from the coalition behind the Zero Emission Van Plan, with fleets reporting regulatory barriers are the single biggest barrier.

electric vans 6 Mar

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