ADAS cuts incidents for 45% of UK van drivers

ADAS cuts incidents for 45% of UK van drivers

John Sootheran

A survey of 1,000 UK van drivers found that 45% avoided at least one accident in 2025 due to safety assist technology, while 19% said they had prevented multiple incidents.

ADAS cuts incidents for 45% of UK van drivers

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John Sootheran

A survey of 1,000 UK van drivers found that 45% avoided at least one accident in 2025 due to safety assist technology, while 19% said they had prevented multiple incidents.

PCN hotspots: streets fleets should flag for drivers

PCN hotspots: streets fleets should flag for drivers

John Sootheran

Data from Confused.com highlights specific UK streets generating the highest number of Penalty Charge Notices, offering fleets clear risk indicators for route planning and driver briefings.

PCN hotspots: streets fleets should flag for drivers

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John Sootheran

Data from Confused.com highlights specific UK streets generating the highest number of Penalty Charge Notices, offering fleets clear risk indicators for route planning and driver briefings.

Clocking risk: UK’s most affected fleet models revealed

Clocking risk: UK’s most affected fleet models revealed

John Sootheran

Mileage fraud remains a live risk for fleets buying in the used market, with new data from CarVertical highlighting the models most frequently “clocked”.

Clocking risk: UK’s most affected fleet models revealed

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John Sootheran

Mileage fraud remains a live risk for fleets buying in the used market, with new data from CarVertical highlighting the models most frequently “clocked”.

Home and workplace EV charger grants rise to £500

Home and workplace EV charger grants rise to £500

John Sootheran

Government support for EV charge point installations will increase from £350 to up to £500 from April 1, covering almost half the cost of a typical installation until March 2027.

Home and workplace EV charger grants rise to £500

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John Sootheran

Government support for EV charge point installations will increase from £350 to up to £500 from April 1, covering almost half the cost of a typical installation until March 2027.

Polestar outlines four model expansion including new Polestar 2

Polestar outlines four model expansion including new Polestar 2

John Sootheran

Polestar has confirmed plans to introduce four new or updated models by 2028, including a next generation Polestar 2 due in 2027.

Polestar outlines four model expansion including new Polestar 2

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John Sootheran

Polestar has confirmed plans to introduce four new or updated models by 2028, including a next generation Polestar 2 due in 2027.

Lexus updates UX 300h for 2026 with added safety tech and revised pricing

Lexus updates UX 300h for 2026 with added safety tech and revised pricing

John Sootheran

The Lexus UX 300h has been refreshed for 2026 with revised trim levels, additional driver assistance and prices starting at £38,095.

Lexus updates UX 300h for 2026 with added safety tech and revised pricing

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John Sootheran

The Lexus UX 300h has been refreshed for 2026 with revised trim levels, additional driver assistance and prices starting at £38,095.

Škoda marks 10 years of Kodiaq with limited Edition X

Škoda marks 10 years of Kodiaq with limited Edition X

John Sootheran

Škoda has introduced a limited run Škoda Kodiaq Edition X to mark a decade since the SUV’s launch. Priced at £40,590 on the road with a P11D value of £39,995,...

Škoda marks 10 years of Kodiaq with limited Edition X

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John Sootheran

Škoda has introduced a limited run Škoda Kodiaq Edition X to mark a decade since the SUV’s launch. Priced at £40,590 on the road with a P11D value of £39,995,...

BYD updates SEAL for 2026 with larger boot and added tech

BYD updates SEAL for 2026 with larger boot and added tech

John Sootheran

The BYD SEAL has been revised for the 2026 model year, with improved practicality and additional driver technology while retaining its £45,730 starting price.

BYD updates SEAL for 2026 with larger boot and added tech

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John Sootheran

The BYD SEAL has been revised for the 2026 model year, with improved practicality and additional driver technology while retaining its £45,730 starting price.

CUPRA Raval production ramps up ahead of 2026 launch

CUPRA Raval production ramps up ahead of 2026 launch

John Sootheran

The CUPRA Raval will enter series production in 2026, becoming the first fully electric model built at Martorell and the first car to use Volkswagen’s new MEB+ platform.

CUPRA Raval production ramps up ahead of 2026 launch

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The CUPRA Raval will enter series production in 2026, becoming the first fully electric model built at Martorell and the first car to use Volkswagen’s new MEB+ platform.

Safety concerns shaping how women use public EV charging

Safety concerns shaping how women use public EV charging

John Sootheran

Research from Europcar suggests personal safety plays a significant role in where women choose to charge their electric vehicles.

Safety concerns shaping how women use public EV charging

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John Sootheran

Research from Europcar suggests personal safety plays a significant role in where women choose to charge their electric vehicles.

Charging market consolidation gathers pace as major deals reshape UK landscape

Charging market consolidation gathers pace as major deals reshape UK landscape

John Sootheran

The UK public charging sector has seen three major acquisitions in a single week, signalling the consolidation many in the industry have predicted.

Charging market consolidation gathers pace as major deals reshape UK landscape

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John Sootheran

The UK public charging sector has seen three major acquisitions in a single week, signalling the consolidation many in the industry have predicted.

EV demand stalls as pay per mile tax concerns grow

EV demand stalls as pay per mile tax concerns grow

John Sootheran

Electric vehicle momentum slowed sharply at the start of 2026, with registrations rising by just 0.1% in January, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

EV demand stalls as pay per mile tax concerns grow

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John Sootheran

Electric vehicle momentum slowed sharply at the start of 2026, with registrations rising by just 0.1% in January, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

Volvo EX30 Black Edition arrives from £40,060

Volvo EX30 Black Edition arrives from £40,060

John Sootheran

Volvo has introduced a new Black Edition version of its all electric EX30, adding a darker, more distinctive look to one of the UK’s top selling EVs.

Volvo EX30 Black Edition arrives from £40,060

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John Sootheran

Volvo has introduced a new Black Edition version of its all electric EX30, adding a darker, more distinctive look to one of the UK’s top selling EVs.

Geely EX2 set for UK arrival as £20,000 electric hatchback

Geely EX2 set for UK arrival as £20,000 electric hatchback

John Sootheran

Geely will introduce its third UK model this summer with the launch of the EX2, a compact electric hatchback expected to start from around £20,000.

Geely EX2 set for UK arrival as £20,000 electric hatchback

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John Sootheran

Geely will introduce its third UK model this summer with the launch of the EX2, a compact electric hatchback expected to start from around £20,000.

Omoda introduces 0% finance on Omoda 9 SHS for March plate change

Omoda introduces 0% finance on Omoda 9 SHS for March plate change

John Sootheran

Omoda UK has launched a 0% APR PCP offer on its flagship Omoda 9 SHS, aiming to boost demand during the March plate change period. The deal runs across its...

Omoda introduces 0% finance on Omoda 9 SHS for March plate change

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John Sootheran

Omoda UK has launched a 0% APR PCP offer on its flagship Omoda 9 SHS, aiming to boost demand during the March plate change period. The deal runs across its...

Which models pose greatest theft risk?

Which models pose greatest theft risk?

John Sootheran

New analysis of Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Lost or Stolen data shows a welcome drop in vehicle crime during 2025, alongside improved recovery performance.

Which models pose greatest theft risk?

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John Sootheran

New analysis of Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency Lost or Stolen data shows a welcome drop in vehicle crime during 2025, alongside improved recovery performance.