CUPRA updates Born EV with new tech, safety and up to 372-mile range

CUPRA updates Born EV with new tech, safety and up to 372-mile range

John Sootheran

CUPRA has refreshed its all-electric Born, introducing updated design, improved driver technology and new safety systems aimed at enhancing everyday usability for EV drivers and fleets.

CUPRA updates Born EV with new tech, safety and up to 372-mile range

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John Sootheran

CUPRA has refreshed its all-electric Born, introducing updated design, improved driver technology and new safety systems aimed at enhancing everyday usability for EV drivers and fleets.

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. 

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...

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.

Arnold Clark Charge opens 60th UK site with 55p per kWh ultra rapid hub

Arnold Clark Charge opens 60th UK site with 55p per kWh ultra rapid hub

John Sootheran

Arnold Clark Charge has reached 60 public charging locations following the launch of a new ultra rapid hub in Wolverhampton.

Arnold Clark Charge opens 60th UK site with 55p per kWh ultra rapid hub

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John Sootheran

Arnold Clark Charge has reached 60 public charging locations following the launch of a new ultra rapid hub in Wolverhampton.

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.