Insurance for Chinese EVs: what fleets should know

Insurance for Chinese EVs: what fleets should know

John Sootheran

Recent headlines have suggested that some Chinese cars are difficult to insure in the UK. However, manufacturers and insurers say the issue is often linked to any new entrant brand,...

Insurance for Chinese EVs: what fleets should know

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John Sootheran

Recent headlines have suggested that some Chinese cars are difficult to insure in the UK. However, manufacturers and insurers say the issue is often linked to any new entrant brand,...

Telematics provider cuts speeding by 88% and accidents by 66%

Telematics provider cuts speeding by 88% and accidents by 66%

John Sootheran

Mechanical and electrical contractor Blackbourne Integrated M&E has significantly improved fleet safety and efficiency after introducing telematics across its service vans.

Telematics provider cuts speeding by 88% and accidents by 66%

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John Sootheran

Mechanical and electrical contractor Blackbourne Integrated M&E has significantly improved fleet safety and efficiency after introducing telematics across its service vans.

New framework aims to stop EVs being written off unnecessarily

New framework aims to stop EVs being written off unnecessarily

John Sootheran

Thatcham Research has launched a new EV Blueprint designed to reduce the number of electric vehicles written off after relatively minor accidents – an issue that is increasingly affecting fleet...

New framework aims to stop EVs being written off unnecessarily

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John Sootheran

Thatcham Research has launched a new EV Blueprint designed to reduce the number of electric vehicles written off after relatively minor accidents – an issue that is increasingly affecting fleet...

UK car market: best February in 22 years

UK car market: best February in 22 years

John Sootheran

That's according to the lastest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. 

UK car market: best February in 22 years

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John Sootheran

That's according to the lastest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. 

Pullman launches ‘rapid workshop’ model to speed up fleet maintenance

Pullman launches ‘rapid workshop’ model to speed up fleet maintenance

John Sootheran

Pullman Fleet Solutions has introduced a new rapid maintenance unit (RMU) model designed to bring fully operational fleet workshops online in a matter of weeks.

Pullman launches ‘rapid workshop’ model to speed up fleet maintenance

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John Sootheran

Pullman Fleet Solutions has introduced a new rapid maintenance unit (RMU) model designed to bring fully operational fleet workshops online in a matter of weeks.

This week in EV charging: more chargers than fuel pumps, but the network still evolving

This week in EV charging: more chargers than fuel pumps, but the network still evolving

John Sootheran

In the same week the Department for Transport said the UK now has more public EV chargers than petrol pumps, the industry is still debating how to make the network...

This week in EV charging: more chargers than fuel pumps, but the network still evolving

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John Sootheran

In the same week the Department for Transport said the UK now has more public EV chargers than petrol pumps, the industry is still debating how to make the network...

Who will get wireless charging first?

Who will get wireless charging first?

John Sootheran

One of the most prominent UK demonstrations was the Wireless Charging of Electric Taxis (WiCET) project in Nottingham. The four-month trial installed 11kW induction charging pads beneath a taxi rank,...

Who will get wireless charging first?

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John Sootheran

One of the most prominent UK demonstrations was the Wireless Charging of Electric Taxis (WiCET) project in Nottingham. The four-month trial installed 11kW induction charging pads beneath a taxi rank,...

Carwow's lease deals of the week

Carwow's lease deals of the week

John Sootheran

Consumer car-buying platform Carwow has been digging through the latest leasing offers and a few stand-out deals have emerged that could tempt company-car drivers and fleet buyers alike.

Carwow's lease deals of the week

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John Sootheran

Consumer car-buying platform Carwow has been digging through the latest leasing offers and a few stand-out deals have emerged that could tempt company-car drivers and fleet buyers alike.

Skoda adds plug-in hybrid option to Superb Hatch

Skoda adds plug-in hybrid option to Superb Hatch

John Sootheran

Škoda Auto is expanding the electrified line-up of its Škoda Superb with a new plug-in hybrid version of the hatchback, delivering higher performance than the existing PHEV system offered in...

Skoda adds plug-in hybrid option to Superb Hatch

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John Sootheran

Škoda Auto is expanding the electrified line-up of its Škoda Superb with a new plug-in hybrid version of the hatchback, delivering higher performance than the existing PHEV system offered in...

Iveco unveils wireless-charging van capable of powering-up while driving

Iveco unveils wireless-charging van capable of powering-up while driving

John Sootheran

Iveco Group has revealed a road-ready version of its Iveco eDaily equipped with wireless charging, marking a significant step forward in EV infrastructure for commercial vehicles.

Iveco unveils wireless-charging van capable of powering-up while driving

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John Sootheran

Iveco Group has revealed a road-ready version of its Iveco eDaily equipped with wireless charging, marking a significant step forward in EV infrastructure for commercial vehicles.

Changan launches Deepal S05 electric SUV in the UK with up to 303-mile range

Changan launches Deepal S05 electric SUV in the UK with up to 303-mile range

John Sootheran

Changan Automobile has opened UK orders for the Deepal S05, a new electric SUV positioned for fleet and company car drivers seeking long range and rapid charging at a competitive...

Changan launches Deepal S05 electric SUV in the UK with up to 303-mile range

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John Sootheran

Changan Automobile has opened UK orders for the Deepal S05, a new electric SUV positioned for fleet and company car drivers seeking long range and rapid charging at a competitive...

Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC arrive in the UK

Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC arrive in the UK

John Sootheran

If you're not satisfied by the size of UK SUVs a selection of large American models and pickups are now directly available from General Motors following the launch of GM Specialty...

Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC arrive in the UK

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John Sootheran

If you're not satisfied by the size of UK SUVs a selection of large American models and pickups are now directly available from General Motors following the launch of GM Specialty...

Volvo updates EX30 with entry-level EV powertrain and energy-sharing capability

Volvo updates EX30 with entry-level EV powertrain and energy-sharing capability

John Sootheran

Volvo Cars has introduced a series of upgrades to its Volvo EX30, including a new entry-level powertrain expected to significantly reduce the model’s starting price from the current £33,060.

Volvo updates EX30 with entry-level EV powertrain and energy-sharing capability

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John Sootheran

Volvo Cars has introduced a series of upgrades to its Volvo EX30, including a new entry-level powertrain expected to significantly reduce the model’s starting price from the current £33,060.

Dacia to introduce hybrid 4x4 powertrain on Duster and Bigster SUVs

Dacia to introduce hybrid 4x4 powertrain on Duster and Bigster SUVs

John Sootheran

SUV manufacturer Dacia will add a new Hybrid 150 4x4 powertrain to its Dacia Duster and Dacia Bigster models in the UK later this year, combining electrified efficiency with all-wheel...

Dacia to introduce hybrid 4x4 powertrain on Duster and Bigster SUVs

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John Sootheran

SUV manufacturer Dacia will add a new Hybrid 150 4x4 powertrain to its Dacia Duster and Dacia Bigster models in the UK later this year, combining electrified efficiency with all-wheel...

Pendragon Vehicle Management expands and gets a rebrand

Pendragon Vehicle Management expands and gets a rebrand

John Sootheran

Fleet and leasing provider Pendragon Vehicle Management has rebranded as Driveway Vehicle Solutions, aligning the business more closely with its US parent Lithia & Driveway.

Pendragon Vehicle Management expands and gets a rebrand

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John Sootheran

Fleet and leasing provider Pendragon Vehicle Management has rebranded as Driveway Vehicle Solutions, aligning the business more closely with its US parent Lithia & Driveway.

BYD unveils five-minute EV charger – do drivers want it?

BYD unveils five-minute EV charger – do drivers want it?

John Sootheran

Chinese EV manufacturer BYD has begun testing megawatt-level charging infrastructure capable of adding roughly 250 miles of range in just five minutes, potentially redefining expectations around EV refuelling.

BYD unveils five-minute EV charger – do drivers want it?

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John Sootheran

Chinese EV manufacturer BYD has begun testing megawatt-level charging infrastructure capable of adding roughly 250 miles of range in just five minutes, potentially redefining expectations around EV refuelling.