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BMW i4 completes final testing before launch

BMW will launch its first electric compact executive car in 2021 called the i4.

Budget must provide certainty to boost confidence, says BVRLA

The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has written to HM Treasury ahead of the Spring Budget to outline fiscal measures required to support the fleet sector's recovery.

20 Jan

Mercedes reveals EQA compact electric SUV

Mercedes-Benz will expand its EQ range of electric cars this Spring with the introduction of the EQA compact SUV.

electric and hybrid vehicles 20 Jan

Electric fleets could cut congestion charge by £17m, says Citroen

The switch to electric could save fleets more than £17m per year in London Congestion Charge Zone payments, according to new research by Citroen.

19 Jan

EV and hybrids account for 70% of Tusker’s 2020 orders

Electric and hybrid vehicles accounted for 70% of new car orders placed with Tusker during 2020, as company car drivers increasingly desire electrified vehicles.

19 Jan

Fleets ‘unaware’ of new zero BIK rate for electric vans

A new zero percentage benefit-in-kind tax rate for electric vans, which takes effect from April 6, has been underpublicised, according to the AFP.

electric and hybrid vehicles 18 Jan

Drive’s ODO platform helps ABP’s transition to electric vehicles

Drive Software Solutions has helped ABP UK introduce electric vehicles (EVs) to its fleet, supported by Rivervale Leasing.

electric and hybrid vehicles 18 Jan

VW Arteon eHybrid now available: prices, specs and CO2 emissions

Volkswagen has expanded the Arteon range, following the car’s facelift last year, with a new eHybrid plug-in hybrid version.

Volkswagen Arteon 15 Jan

Renault 5 re-invented to showcase brand’s electrification strategy

Renault is seeking to position itself as technology, service and clean energy brand, with a plan to launch 14 new models with electrified powertrains by 2025.

electric and hybrid vehicles 14 Jan

Plug-in car sales grew by 140% in 2020

Sales of pure electric and plug-in hybrid cars soared last year, with more than 175,000 vehicles registered representing a growth of 140%.

electric and hybrid vehicles 14 Jan

EV residual value warning as used diesels report price rise

Autorola is warning that electric vehicle (EV) prices in used value guides should be used “sparingly” based on its experience of online sales in 2020.

electric and hybrid vehicles 13 Jan

OVO Energy expands electric fleet with 40 Kia e-Niro EVs

OVO Energy has agreed a fleet deal with Kia to supply 40 of its field force team with the all-electric Kia e-Niro.

electric and hybrid vehicles 12 Jan

Volvo to test electric vehicle-only geofencing and speed-limiters

Volvo Cars will use Gothenburg as a testbed for new connected car technologies to help the city become climate-neutral by 2030.

Volvo 12 Jan

Electric vehicle routing feature ‘removes’ range anxiety

Here Technologies has unveiled a new electric vehicle (EV) routing feature aimed at delivering drivers the most optimal route, including charging time.

electric and hybrid vehicles 12 Jan

Strong RVs achieved by VW’s e-Golf

The Volkswagen e-Golf has achieved the strongest residual value in the electric car market, according to a study by CompareTheMarket.

residual values 11 Jan

Could skills shortage and vehicle supply slow fleet electrification?

FleetCheck is warning that shortages in both new vehicle supply and fleet management skills could damage the switch to electric vehicles (EVs).

electric and hybrid vehicles 11 Jan

Short-term leasing helps drivers switch to EV

Short-term leasing can help drivers switch to an electric vehicle (EV) by allowing them to experience one in the real-world before making a longer commitment.

11 Jan