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Five key findings from NewMotion’s EV Driver Survey
New data revealing the key motivators for EV drivers, and their thoughts on charging, the infrastructure and the future of e-mobility, is now available from

Genesis reveals Europe-dedicated G70 Shooting Brake
Hyundai premium brand offshoot Genesis has revealed its first model designed for Europe in the form of the G70 Shooting Brake.

Buyer attendance at Aston Barclay up 17% following return to physical auctions
The return to physical auctions is proving popular with used car buyers according to Aston Barclay, although online sales are still being widely used too.

Green Mobility Hub launches at Imperial College London
A new mobility hub has launched at Imperial College London to provide data for a green transport research programme.

Munic supports ALD with global rollout of new ProFleet telematics solution
ALD Automotive is using tech specialist Munic to support the global rollout of its new ProFleet connected vehicle solution.

Subaru names new electric SUV Solterra
Subaru has christened its first electric vehicle ‘Solterra’ and revealed it will launch globally mid-2022.

Ebbon-Dacs reports dynamic growth in Europe
Ebbon-Dacs has reported dynamic growth across the EU for its Leaselink e-procurement platform, despite the impact of the Europe-wide lockdown.

EV uptake to be revolution across whole fleet sector, says Arval
Rapid uptake of battery electric vehicles (EVs) is being planned by around four in 10 fleets in the next few years, potentially exceeding market expectations

Shell partners with Osprey Charging for UK’s ‘forecourts of the future’
Shell is to roll out EV charging points at its UK franchised forecourt sites under a new tie-up with Osprey Charging.

New UK government guidance to stop commercial vehicles being used in terror attacks
New guidance setting out a raft of security measures to stop commercial vehicles being used as weapons in acts of terrorism is now available.

VWFS signposts digital future plans with double appointment to board
Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has appointed Dan James, marketing director and chief digital officer, and Matt Solven, risk and controlling director, to its Board

Electric cars and vans to be cheaper than petrols in all segments by 2027
Falling production costs for electric vehicles will make them cheaper to buy in every light vehicle segment by 2027.

UK leads way on ‘unprecedented’ driver aspirations for electric vehicles
The proportion of drivers considering the purchase of an EV is at an unprecedented level, with the UK leading the way among a number of

Safer journey planning under focus in free road safety webinar
The subject of how to plan safer journeys by focusing on driver behaviour is to come under the spotlight in a free Global Fleet Champions

UK firms planning to dramatically increase EV spending in next year
Businesses in the UK are planning to spend £15.8bn on electric vehicles and charging infrastructure over the next 12 months; up 50% on the year

Road Test: Citroën Ami
Martyn Collins tries Citroën’s new urban mobility solution that’s potentially on its way to the UK.

DPD van fleet to provide mobile air quality monitoring across UK cities
Delivery company DPD is rolling out mobile air quality monitoring across six of the UK’s biggest cities with the help of its van fleet and

Arrival and Uber to develop electric car for ride-hailing sector
Electric vehicle maker Arrival is turning its attentions to the ride-hailing sector with plans to develop a purpose-built electric car.

Citroën targets fleets with My Ami Cargo LCV
Citroën has launched a single-seater van version of its zero-emission Ami tiny quadricycle, aimed at fleets and business users in urban areas.

New Škoda Fabia debuts with extra space and tech
Škoda’s new Fabia supermini is to significantly enhance its fleet proposition, bringing claimed class-leading space along with latest infotainment and safety and assistance systems.

Cox Automotive to acquire German auction platform pkwNOW
Cox Automotive is planning to acquire pkwNOW, a leading dealer-to-dealer (D2D) online auction platform in Germany.

UK new car sales forecast rises but grant changes to impact BEV demand
The forecast for 2021 new car registrations has increased on the back of rising market confidence – but with fewer battery electric vehicles (BEVs) than

Genesis brand brings premium approach and EV line-up to Europe
Hyundai’s Genesis premium brand is to launch in Europe this summer, focused on premium luxury and with imminent plans for electric vehicles.
Ford’s fully electric E-Transit van to start fleet trials in Europe
The fully electric Ford E-Transit van and converted chassis cab models are to start trials in Europe shortly ahead of their launch in spring 2022.

Global electric car sales rocket 41% in 2020 but critical progress required
The electric car market bucked the downturn in global auto sales in 2020 with growth of 41% and is on track for a “decade of

ChargePoint app now on Android Auto
ChargePoint has added support for Android Auto, enabling drivers to access a wealth of charging functionality inside their electric vehicle.

ALD to use Bansabadell Renting acquisition to boost full-service leasing in Spain
ALD has signed an agreement to acquire Bansabadell Renting, the full-service leasing arm of Banco Sabadell in Spain.

Volkswagen introduces new GTX performance badge on ID.4 electric SUV
Volkswagen has revealed a 299hp GTX version of its ID.4 electric SUV, introducing a new performance badge.

Webfleet launches fully integrated video telematics solution
Webfleet Solutions has introduced a fully integrated video telematics system, enabling fleets to access and manage their vehicles and in-vehicle cameras from a single interface.

London waste management firm goes zero-emission with BD electric tippers
Waste management firm Lawmens has deployed 10 BD electric tippers, supporting its provision of zero-emission services in the London area.

Volvo and Ohme to offer smart charging solutions to fleets in Benelux
Volvo is to offer smart charging solutions to its electric vehicle customers in Benelux under a tie-up with Ohme.

Vattenfall showcases fully managed EV fleet charging with Red je Pakketje case study
The many benefits of Vattenfall’s new fully managed EV fleet charging ‘Power-as-a-Service’ solution have been showcased in a new case study with Red je Pakketje

Norway’s Mer launches into UK’s EV charging market
EV charging specialist Mer, part of Norwegian energy giant Statkraft, is launching into the UK market to help solve the EV infrastructure gap – including

“Self-driving” cars to be allowed on UK roads this year but experts urge caution
The Government is to legalise the use of semi-autonomous driving technology for the UK’s roads this year, but experts are warning for the need for

Fraikin UK partners with Samsara to provide fleets with real-time data
Vehicle telematics and tracking specialist Samsara has partnered with Fraikin UK to provide real-time data that will help fleets improve safety, efficiency and sustainability.

Fleets ‘markedly’ more optimistic about growth now than before pandemic
Fleets are markedly more optimistic about growth prospects than prior to the pandemic, giving a new lease of life to the company car and van

Vattenfall to help UK fleets switch to EVs with new fully managed charging service
Vattenfall Network Solutions is introducing a new ‘Power-as-a-Service’ model to help UK fleets switch to electric vehicles.

Volvo, Uber and Vattenfall in open call for EU to end petrol and diesel car sales by 2035
Businesses including Volvo, Vattenfall, Uber and Ikea have called on the EU to ban sales of new petrol and diesel cars, including hybrids, by 2035.

ABB enhances Terra HP 350kW charger for fleets
ABB has updated its Terra High Power (HP) charger with a number of developments for both fleets and charging operators.

World’s first long-range solar electric-powered car enhances efficiencies with new wheels
The world’s first long-range solar electric vehicle is due to go on sale at the end of this year with a 450-mile range (725km).

Toyota reveals specs for electric Proace van
Toyota has announced European specs for its fully electric Proace van, due on sale later this year.

Online sales help used car market bounce back across Europe
The used car market has bounced back across Europe as online sales become the ‘new norm’.

Radius acquires CanTrack Global
Radius has acquired CanTrack Global, a leading Stolen Vehicle Recovery (SVR) telematics business, as part of an ongoing expansion programme.
2021 Volkswagen Polo gets semi-autonomous driving tech
Volkswagen has revealed its updated Polo, which gets a new look, extra equipment including semi-autonomous features and the brand’s Digital Cockpit.

New Honda HR-V SUV to bring extra space and latest-gen hybrid tech
Honda has revealed its new HR-V in a virtual event, outlining further details of its latest-gen hybrid technology and upgraded platform.

Adrian Brabazon takes over from Jo McDonnell to lead BP’s UK fleet business
BP Fleet Solutions has appointed Adrian Brabazon as its new UK fleet sales manager, putting him in charge of its fuel card operation.

New EEVEE app reveals real cost of charging electric vehicles
A new app that can provide in-depth data on the real cost of charging has launched for drivers and fleets.

Audi A6 e-tron Concept gives insight into forthcoming electric saloon
Audi has revealed its A6 e-tron four-door saloon concept at the Shanghai Motor Show, previewing an all-electric version of the A6 that will launch in

Autofutura and GForces merge automotive software operations
Automotive software suppliers Autofutura and GForces have merged to form a new auto tech group.

All new smart motorways in UK to get extra safety measures
No more smart motorways will be deployed in the UK without additional safety measures being put in place from the outset.

Tesla crash shows why education on ADAS is vital, says Thatcham
Thatcham Research has reiterated its ongoing appeal for further clarification and education on driver assistance features following a Tesla crash in the US that saw
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