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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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Major disparity in number of yellow box junction fines issued by councils

Three councils outside London and Cardiff were responsible for issuing six-in-10 yellow box junction fines last year, according to new analysis from the RAC.

fines and penalties 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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Government scraps £950m rapid charging plan and readies new approach

The Government has scrapped the Conservative's £950m Rapid Charging Fund that had pledged to install 6,000 rapid and ultra-rapid charge points by 2035.

Charging & infrastructure 24 Jun

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Drivers to pay more to use Dartford Crossing | Government says current Dart Charge unsustainable

Drivers of all vehicle types will have to pay more to use the Dartford Crossing from September 1.

Dartford Crossing 17 Jun

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Funding announced to start construction on Lower Thames Crossing

The Treasury has announced £590 million to start construction on Lower Thames Crossing as part of a £1 billion package to repair bridges, roads and tunnels.

Lower Thames Crossing 16 Jun

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Building trust ‘crucial’ to success of driverless vehicles

Automotive risk experts at Thatcham Research are warning the Government that building trust in driverless vehicles must be a priority.

connected and autonomous vehicles 13 Jun

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Spending Review: Chancellor commits £2.6bn to decarbonise transport

The £2.6bn includes £1.4bn to support the continued uptake of electric vehicles, including zero-emission vans and heavy goods vehicles.

Department for Transport 11 Jun

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Self-driving taxi and bus trials to take place on UK roads next year

Firms will be able to pilot small scale “taxi- and bus-like” services without a safety driver for the first time.

connected and autonomous vehicles 10 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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Government ‘falling short’ on its electric fleet commitment

Just 15% of cars and vans operated by the Government are pure electric – substantially short of its own fleet electrification targets, new research suggests.

Fleet strategy 6 Jun

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Firm joins electric truck trial | Investigates using weir to charge vehicles

IJ McGill Transport joins the eFreight 2030 consortium and investigates potential for a hydroelectric power scheme at the former paper-mill site.

Electric trucks 6 Jun

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OZEV outlines ZEV mandate changes to Fleet200 members

Fleet managers were briefed on the recent changes to the ZEV mandate and the Government’s plan to end the sale of petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2035.

Fleet200 Strategy Network 5 Jun

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Road deaths on the rise with motorcyclists showing highest increase

There were an estimated 1,633 fatalities on Britain’s roads last year, an increase of 1% year-on-year, according to new data from the DfT.

Department for Transport 29 May

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Government cuts red tape for electric vehicle charge points

The Government has announced that drivers and businesses will no longer need to submit planning applications to install electric vehicle charge points.

Charging & infrastructure 29 May

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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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New parking platform to enable drivers to pay using just one app

Following successful Government-backed trials, a new parking platform enabling drivers to make a payment through a single app will be rolled out nationwide.

Department for Transport 21 May

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Driverless cars not expected on UK roads until 2027

The date that driverless cars are expected on UK roads has been put back, with Government approval for the self-driving technology now not expected until 2027.

connected and autonomous vehicles 19 May