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Shell and Deloitte publish practical guide to help car and van fleets go electric
A new report that can help car and LCV operators navigate decarbonisation challenges and work towards a net-zero emissions fleet is now available from Shell

Sustainable home delivery is a victory for retailers and consumers
Prioritising sustainable home delivery will produce more sales and increasingly profitable operations, explains Chris Jones, EVP, Descartes.

Abax and Greater Than innovation recognised in Fintech Global report
Innovative work by Abax and Greater Than to revamp the insurance sector has been acknowledged by FinTech Global in its 2022 report.

Arrival to shift eLCV van production to US in cost-cutting bid
Electric vehicle start-up Arrival is to relocate van production from its Bicester site to the US while making a “sizeable” reduction in its workforce, predominantly

SSE Energy Solutions launches UK-wide EV charging network
SSE Energy Solutions has kicked off plans for a major electric vehicle charging network across the UK by announcing a significant new partnership with Oxford

FOD Mobility Group opens new HQ to support UK and European expansion
Tech firm FOD Mobility Group has opened a new, larger headquarters to support its accelerated growth in the UK and Europe.

Radius Vehicle Solutions expands to Ireland with Traction Finance deal
Radius Vehicle Solutions has acquired a majority stake in Belfast-based Traction Finance, expanding its commercial vehicle hire and leasing business into the north and south

New issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine now live
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, providing latest insights and advice for fleets and drivers looking to go electric.

Rolls-Royce debut EV takes form of 585hp Spectre coupé
Rolls-Royce has debuted its Spectre coupé: the marque’s first fully electric motor car and a major landmark in its commitment to go EV-only by 2030.

Stellantis UK appoints Nick Richards as B2B director in major restructure
Stellantis UK is appointing Nick Richards as its new B2B director, replacing James Taylor as part of a majorly revamped management structure from January 2023.

Europcar appoints new commercial director for UK and Ireland
Former Green Flag commercial director Mark Newberry has joined Europcar Mobility Group as its new commercial director for the UK and Ireland.

Defender now available with ballistic and blast protection
Land Rover has partnered with armoured protection specialist Trasco to offer a more defensive version of its Defender 110.

Alphabet powers into Finland with Secto Automotive tie-up
Alphabet has expanded into Finland after adding local enterprise Secto Automotive to its global partnership network.

Peugeot to preview future EVs with Inception concept
Peugeot is to reveal a new concept car in the coming weeks, giving an insight into its forthcoming line-up of dedicated electric vehicles.

Leasys Rent rebrands as Drivalia to champion sustainable mobility
FCA Bank Group has launched a new rental and mobility company, dubbed Drivalia and taking over from Leasys Rent.

Renault Trucks adds last-mile delivery solutions to electric vehicle range
Renault Trucks has expanded its electric vehicle line-up with last-mile delivery solutions under a new deal.

Mercedes EQE SUV debuts at Paris with 590km range
Mercedes has revealed its EQE SUV at the Paris Motor Show, complete with up to a 590km range and a 687hp AMG version.

Jeep unveils Avenger electric SUV at Paris Motor Show
Jeep has revealed its Avenger SUV – the brand’s first-ever fully electric vehicle – at the Paris Motor Show.

Mercedes EQE and BYD Atto 3 ace Euro NCAP results
Eight new cars, including the Mercedes EQE and BYD Atto 3 electric vehicles, have scored top ratings in the latest batch of Euro NCAP tests.

Volta Trucks signs charging partnership with Siemens
Volta Trucks and Siemens Smart Infrastructure have partnered to help businesses accelerate the switch to commercial fleet electrification.

First Hydrogen vans certified road-legal ahead of major fleet trials
Automotive and energy developer First Hydrogen has received road certification for its inaugural hydrogen fuel cell vans, enabling planned trials with major fleets to start

Enterprise expands car rental business into South Africa
Enterprise Holdings is continuing its global expansion through an agreement to offer its rental services in South Africa for the first time ever.

BP Pulse charging network to power Addison Lee all-electric fleet
BP Pulse and Addison Lee have signed a charging agreement, supporting the UK private hire giant as its fleet goes all-electric.

Polestar 3 electric SUV on sale with up to 517hp and 610km range
The new Polestar 3 has made its official debut; the second series-production EV from Volvo’s EV-focused offshoot brand and its first SUV.

Hyundai Motor Group to bolster connected car and EV work with €13bn invest
Hyundai Motor Group is to invest some €13bn globally in software technology that will further drive developments in connected and autonomous cars and vehicle electrification.

Geotab on track to reach net zero by 2040
Geotab has released its 2021 GHG Emissions Report, showing a significant reduction in the company’s carbon emissions and putting it on track for its green

Jaguar Land Rover launches pan-European EV charging service
Jaguar Land Rover has teamed up with Plugsurfing to launch a new pan-European charging service for EV and plug-in hybrid drivers, backed by a dedicated

Amazon to invest €1bn to electrify European fleet
Amazon is to invest more than €1bn (£877m) over the next five years to support work in further electrifying its fleet and transportation network across

ALD–LeasePlan merger under CMA scrutiny
The UK’s competition watchdog has opened an inquiry into ALD’s planned acquisition of LeasePlan, which it says raises competition concerns.

First Ford Pro vans with factory-fit TVL Security kit go live with fleets
Fleet operators across Europe are starting to take delivery of the first Ford Pro vans factory-fitted with TVL Security’s protection solutions.

Number of UK public charge points up 35%, reports Zap-Map
The UK’s public charge point network has grown 35% in the last year and now totals just under 35,000 devices across the UK.

Sixt adds Tesla Model Y to subscription fleet
Sixt car rental has upgraded its subscription service with the addition of the Tesla Model Y to the fleet.

New AI-powered CO2 tracking can cut last-mile fleet fuel bills by over 10%
New AI-powered carbon emissions tracking that can help companies meet their supply chain sustainability goals and slash their fuel consumption is now available from DispatchTrack.

Ebbon Group in business restructure ahead of new acquisitions
Automotive technology solutions provider Ebbon Group has restructured into three separate business areas to provide greater clarity of structure.

ChargePoint launches new global charging solution for electric fleets
ChargePoint Holdings has launched a new global AC EV charging solution to help businesses and fleets with their e-mobility needs.

Arrival produces first electric van from Bicester microfactory
Electric vehicle start-up Arrival has produced its first battery electric van from its Bicester microfactory, marking a “big stepping stone” to at-scale production.

UFODrive launches full-service EV subscription
All-electric online car rental firm UFODrive is expanding into offering a full-service subscription solution across the UK, Europe and US.

Sixt to add 100,000 BYD electric cars to rental fleet by 2028
Sixt has signed a deal with Chinese EV brand BYD that could see the rental giant deploy over 100,000 electric cars by 2028.

Eco and cost benefits are key drivers for eLCV adoption, Arval finds
The reduced environmental impact and running costs of electric vans are key reasons for fleets going electric, outweighing corporate social responsibility (CSR) and low emission

Comment: How battery lifecycle management could combat EV technological obsolescence
Paul Humphreys, managing director at Cox Automotive Mobility (International), explains the role effective battery lifecycle management can play in helping prevent technological obsolescence given the

Date announced for 2023 Great British Fleet Event
The Great British Fleet Event is returning for 2023, taking place on 25 April with a new and improved format to build on the exemplary

Citroën Oli concept showcases bold new e-mobility ideas
Citroën has unveiled a new electric concept car with some radical new ideas for the future of sustainable motoring.

Peugeot e-208 gets extra power and range
Peugeot is boosting the electric range and power on its e-208 supermini from next year with a new powertrain.

Comment: All roads lead to a very exciting future of mobility
Mobeen Tahir, director, macroeconomic research & tactical solutions, WisdomTree

World EV Day 2022: Over half of drivers unaware of EV cost and BiK-saving benefits
The majority of drivers looking to replace their cars or vans will consider going electric but large numbers are unaware of the cost-saving benefits of

World EV Day 2022: Children instrumental in driving EV take-up, finds ABB
Children are playing a key role in accelerating the switch to electric vehicles, an ABB e-mobility study for World EV Day has found.

UK car output up 34% but energy costs crippling further recovery
UK car production rose 34.0% in August but volumes remain down on pre-pandemic levels and record energy costs threaten further recovery.

Comment: Why is Norway the leader in EV adoption?
By Dr Philipp Seidel, Principal at Arthur D. Little

Opel Astra and Astra Sports Tourer GSe break cover
Opel/Vauxhall have revealed their new Astra and Astra Sports Tourer GSe models, spearheading the new GSe electrified sub-brand.

Comment: Surging demand for parcel deliveries creates need for change
The UK is starting to wake up to realise it must follow the US in as much as every company that wants to be customer-centric

Citroën reveals new brand identity and logo for electric age
Citroën has unveiled a new corporate brand identity and logo, taking the 103-year-old brand into a new electric era.
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