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Jonathan Murray to lead Zemo Partnership

Jonathan Murray has been named as the new managing director of Zemo Partnership, replacing Claire Haigh who is stepping down from the role.

Zemo Partnership 14 Mar

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Consultation launched to restore 2030 ICE ban

The Government has launched a new consultation to finalise its plans to end the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030.

ZEV Mandate 24 Dec

Waitrose truck refuelling at CNG fuel pump

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Zemo Partnership urges Government to “act swiftly” to deliver net zero

The Zemo Partnership has published a new report that sets out seven key principles to inform policy on delivering net zero transport.

Zemo Partnership 3 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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Reflex Vehicle Hire launches ESG committee

Reflex Vehicle Hire has been assessed among the top 3% of its industry peers during an environmental, social, governance risk rating assessment.

Environment 27 Oct

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BYD and Ora score five stars in Green NCAP assessment

Green NCAP has awarded two new Chinese electric cars, one from BYD and another from ORA, top scores in its assessment.

Green NCAP 25 Sept

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Fossil fuel ban date delay will “change little” for fleets

The decision to delay ending the sale of new, petrol and diesel cars and vans, is likely to have a limited impact on real world fleet strategies, says the AFP.

25 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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The importance of Scope 3 emissions in the automotive sector

Alwyn Hopkins, sustainability leader for advanced manufacturing and mobility at EY, discusses the importance of Scope 3 emissions in the automotive sector.

Environment 12 Sept

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UK clean air and low emission zones net local authorities £418m

The UK’s clean air and low emission zones have generated more than £418 million since March 2021, with Bradford receiving almost £7m in just nine months.

fines and penalties 23 Aug

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ULEZ scrappage scheme now open to all Londoners

With a week to go before London’s expanded ULEZ goes live, all Londoners can now apply for grants to scrap their older, polluting car or motorcycle.

ULEZ 21 Aug

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Solar car port will power electric fleet vehicles and council HQ

A new car port covered in solar panels will cut a council’s energy bill by up to £150,000 a year by powering its HQ and on-site EV charge points.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 16 Aug

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Bramble Energy’s new HQ to house hydrogen innovation hub

Bramble Energy has opened its new headquarters in Crawley, West Sussex, which includes a hydrogen innovation and development hub.

hydrogen fuel cell 10 Aug

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Plans for a workplace parking levy in Bristol scrapped

A workplace parking levy has been ruled out by the Mayor of Bristol due to the cost-of-living crisis.

workplace parking levy 9 Aug

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Substantial minority of fleets still operating pre-Euro 6 vans

More than one in five vans (21%) across FleetCheck’s user base would not comply with London’s ultra-low emissions zone (ULEZ).

ULEZ 8 Aug

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New charge point regulations will be a game-changer for professional drivers

Patrick Reich, chief executive of Bonnet, assesses the new regulations for charge point operators.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 1 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

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Consultation on the future of road tax in the UK urgently required

Claire Evans, fleet consultancy director at Zenith, examines what needs to happen to speed up the UK’s transition away from petrol and diesel vehicles.

19 Jul

Thom Groot, co-founder and CEO of The Electric Car Scheme

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The Government’s own advisers say its work on the 2030 ban is overdue

Thom Groot, CEO and co-founder of the Electric Car Scheme, wants Government to stop dragging its feet over the zero emission vehicle mandate.

14 Jul

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We need to build confidence around EV charging

Alfonso Martinez, UK country manager at ALD Automotive/LeasePlan UK, reacts to the Climate Change Committee report on the Government’s 2030 net zero goals.

Environment 5 Jul