diesel ban

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Warning of diesel dependency without “real options” for van fleets

Bedeo is calling on the Government to follow France’s lead and support the retrofitting of diesel vans with an electric powertrain.

conversions 16 Apr

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Changes to ZEV mandate | Sale of hybrid cars and ICE vans to be allowed

They are part of a raft of changes to the zero emission vehicle mandate, following a consultation launched last year.

ZEV Mandate 7 Apr

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Deadlines for truck diesel ban under review by Government

The Department for Transport is reviewing its approach to phasing out diesel trucks, aiming to eliminate those weighing 26 tonnes or less by 2035 and all heavier trucks by 2040.

Department for Transport 6 Mar

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Zenith calls for electric vehicle incentives | ICE ban consultation closing

Two-thirds of drivers have no imminent plans to make the switch to an EV, new research suggests.

electric and hybrid vehicles 17 Feb

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Government to review ZEV mandate but keep 2030 deadline for ICE phase out

The 2030 phase out date for ICE vehicles stays, but minister acknowledges more support needed to make the transition to electric a success.

ZEV Mandate 27 Nov

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New incentives for electric vans ‘crucial’ to zero-emission transition

Incentivising electric van demand needs to be part of Government plans to help the auto industry hit zero-emission vehicle targets, says AFP.

ZEV Mandate 21 Nov

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Fleets call for 2030 new van ban clarity as full EVs struggle (video)

Fleet decision-makers are calling for clarity around what powertrains for new LCVs will be allowed beyond 2030.

Fleet News at 10 webinars 18 Oct

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Opinion: Will moving the ICE ban back to 2030 make a difference?

Mike Nakrani, CEO at Vev, examines Government plans for stopping the sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles and the implications for fleets.

opinion 11 Oct

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DfT plan to allow sale of hybrids benefits van fleets most

Van fleet operators set to benefit most from Government plans to allow the sale of new hybrid electric vehicles in some form until 2035.

Fleet strategy 19 Sept

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New hybrid electric vehicles to be sold beyond 2030 | Government to consult on criteria

The sale of new hybrid electric vehicles is expected to be allowed until 2035, with the DfT to consult on what the qualifying criteria will be.

Electric vehicles 16 Sept

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Fleets need clarity on 2030 van ban

Fleets could be left in an “impossible situation” if the Government does not clarify its position on whether diesel van production will be banned in 2030.

diesel ban 3 Sept

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Reinstate 2030 ICE deadline for cars not vans, says AFP

The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is calling for realism from the Government on electric vehicle policy.

Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) 25 Jul

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DfT confirms ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars from 2030

It tells Fleet News it wants to “provide certainty”, but remains tight-lipped on whether it will do the same for fossil fuelled vans.

Department for Transport 23 Jul

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Government advisers want 2030 ICE new car and van ban to meet net zero

Climate Change Committee calls for reinstatement of 2030 phase-out date with the UK set to miss emissions target.

Electric vehicles 18 Jul

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Call for early ban on diesel vehicles after fuel sales fall in London

Diesel fuel sales have fallen more dramatically in London compared to the rest of the UK, new analysis suggests.

Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) 16 Apr

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Labour would reinstate fossil fuel new car sales ban from 2030

If it wins the next election, Labour says it will reinstate the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans.

22 Sept

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Industry reacts to 2030 new car and van fossil fuel ban delay

The delay to the ban on the sale of new ICE cars and vans has been welcomed by some, met with disbelief by others and criticised by many.

21 Sept

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PM confirms ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars and vans to be delayed

The ban on the sale of new internal combustion engine (ICE) cars and vans from 2030 has been scrapped, the Prime Minister has announced.

Environment 20 Sept

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Inquiry into phase out of ICE vehicles from 2030 launched

The House of Lords has launched an inquiry into electric vehicles and Government plans to stop the sale of new internal combustion engine cars and vans.

10 Aug

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Government “committed” to 2030 car and van fossil fuel phase-out date

But Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, says he wants to take a “pragmatic” approach to achieving net zero, suggesting some green policies could be watered down.

25 Jul

diesel ban

Warning of diesel dependency without “real options” for van fleets

Changes to ZEV mandate | Sale of hybrid cars and ICE vans to be allowed

Deadlines for truck diesel ban under review by Government

Zenith calls for electric vehicle incentives | ICE ban consultation closing

Government to review ZEV mandate but keep 2030 deadline for ICE phase out

New incentives for electric vans ‘crucial’ to zero-emission transition

Fleets call for 2030 new van ban clarity as full EVs struggle (video)

Opinion: Will moving the ICE ban back to 2030 make a difference?

DfT plan to allow sale of hybrids benefits van fleets most

New hybrid electric vehicles to be sold beyond 2030 | Government to consult on criteria

Fleets need clarity on 2030 van ban

Reinstate 2030 ICE deadline for cars not vans, says AFP

DfT confirms ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars from 2030

Government advisers want 2030 ICE new car and van ban to meet net zero

Call for early ban on diesel vehicles after fuel sales fall in London

Labour would reinstate fossil fuel new car sales ban from 2030

Industry reacts to 2030 new car and van fossil fuel ban delay

PM confirms ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars and vans to be delayed

Inquiry into phase out of ICE vehicles from 2030 launched

Government “committed” to 2030 car and van fossil fuel phase-out date

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Top five most popular electric vehicles | Omoda E5 takes top spot

Prohire enters administration as staff made redundant

BP Pulse withdraws from workplace charging market

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Warning of diesel dependency without “real options” for van fleets

Changes to ZEV mandate | Sale of hybrid cars and ICE vans to be allowed

Deadlines for truck diesel ban under review by Government

Zenith calls for electric vehicle incentives | ICE ban consultation closing

Government to review ZEV mandate but keep 2030 deadline for ICE phase out

New incentives for electric vans ‘crucial’ to zero-emission transition

Fleets call for 2030 new van ban clarity as full EVs struggle (video)

Opinion: Will moving the ICE ban back to 2030 make a difference?

DfT plan to allow sale of hybrids benefits van fleets most

New hybrid electric vehicles to be sold beyond 2030 | Government to consult on criteria

Fleets need clarity on 2030 van ban

Reinstate 2030 ICE deadline for cars not vans, says AFP

DfT confirms ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars from 2030

Government advisers want 2030 ICE new car and van ban to meet net zero

Call for early ban on diesel vehicles after fuel sales fall in London

Labour would reinstate fossil fuel new car sales ban from 2030

Industry reacts to 2030 new car and van fossil fuel ban delay

PM confirms ban on sale of new fossil fuel cars and vans to be delayed

Inquiry into phase out of ICE vehicles from 2030 launched

Government “committed” to 2030 car and van fossil fuel phase-out date

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Top five most popular electric vehicles | Omoda E5 takes top spot

Prohire enters administration as staff made redundant

BP Pulse withdraws from workplace charging market

Richard Chamberlain heads fleet sales at UK new entrant Changan

New Stellantis factory-fit electric Luton awaiting UK launch date

New LCV sales fall again | Zero-emission uptake concerns

Company fined for health & safety failings after worker crushed by car

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

Sales for fully-electric cars increase 39% as fleet sales dominate