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Chinese EV makers cut prices to match UK grants

Chinese EV makers cut prices to match UK grants

John Sootheran

In response to the UK Government’s new electric vehicle (EV) grant, several Chinese carmakers are offering their own discounts to attract buyers. The Government’s £650 million scheme offers grants of...

Chinese EV makers cut prices to match UK grants

John Sootheran

In response to the UK Government’s new electric vehicle (EV) grant, several Chinese carmakers are offering their own discounts to attract buyers. The Government’s £650 million scheme offers grants of...

New Kia EV5 all-electric C-SUV coming this year

New Kia EV5 all-electric C-SUV coming this year

John Sootheran

Kia’s new EV5 electric SUV will launch later this year, offering up to 329 miles of WLTP range from an 81.4kWh battery. The car supports 150kW DC fast charging, allowing...

New Kia EV5 all-electric C-SUV coming this year

John Sootheran

Kia’s new EV5 electric SUV will launch later this year, offering up to 329 miles of WLTP range from an 81.4kWh battery. The car supports 150kW DC fast charging, allowing...

Fleet leaders urged to respond to private parking consultation

Fleet leaders urged to respond to private parking consultation

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being encouraged to share their experiences of private parking fines in response to a new Government consultation aimed at reforming the Private Parking Code of Practice.Parking companies...

Fleet leaders urged to respond to private parking consultation

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being encouraged to share their experiences of private parking fines in response to a new Government consultation aimed at reforming the Private Parking Code of Practice.Parking companies...

EV Grant System (and its complications) explained in two minutes flat

EV Grant System (and its complications) explained in two minutes flat

John Sootheran

New UK EV grants (and the numerous complications) explained...  New electric car grant offers up to £3750 off BEVs under £37,000 Two sustainability-based tiers are in place: up to £3750...

EV Grant System (and its complications) explained in two minutes flat

John Sootheran

New UK EV grants (and the numerous complications) explained...  New electric car grant offers up to £3750 off BEVs under £37,000 Two sustainability-based tiers are in place: up to £3750...

Government consults on the future of self-driving vehicle trials

Government consults on the future of self-driving vehicle trials

John Sootheran

The UK Government has launched a consultation on its new Automated Passenger Services (APS) permitting scheme, paving the way for self-driving vehicle trials to begin on public roads in 2025.

Government consults on the future of self-driving vehicle trials

John Sootheran

The UK Government has launched a consultation on its new Automated Passenger Services (APS) permitting scheme, paving the way for self-driving vehicle trials to begin on public roads in 2025.

Practical steps to maximise EV range this summer

Practical steps to maximise EV range this summer

John Sootheran

Geotab recommends a few simple techniques to help drivers stretch range without compromising comfort.  Reduce your speed - even small reductions in highway speed can make a big difference. For many vehicles,...

Practical steps to maximise EV range this summer

John Sootheran

Geotab recommends a few simple techniques to help drivers stretch range without compromising comfort.  Reduce your speed - even small reductions in highway speed can make a big difference. For many vehicles,...

Kerbocharge welcomes Govt's £25m investment in cross-pavement EV charging

Kerbocharge welcomes Govt's £25m investment in cross-pavement EV charging

John Sootheran

Kerbo Charge co-founder and Dragons’ Den winner Michael Goulden (Right) has welcomed the Government’s £25 million funding for cross-pavement EV charging, calling it a vital step in tackling one of...

Kerbocharge welcomes Govt's £25m investment in cross-pavement EV charging

John Sootheran

Kerbo Charge co-founder and Dragons’ Den winner Michael Goulden (Right) has welcomed the Government’s £25 million funding for cross-pavement EV charging, calling it a vital step in tackling one of...

BYD bringing 'five-minute' chargers – and new Denza Z9 GT – to the UK

BYD bringing 'five-minute' chargers – and new Denza Z9 GT – to the UK

John Sootheran

BYD will bring its ultra-fast 1000kW ‘flash charge’ EV technology to the UK alongside the upcoming Denza Z9 GT, expected in early 2026. First seen in China on the BYD...

BYD bringing 'five-minute' chargers – and new Denza Z9 GT – to the UK

John Sootheran

BYD will bring its ultra-fast 1000kW ‘flash charge’ EV technology to the UK alongside the upcoming Denza Z9 GT, expected in early 2026. First seen in China on the BYD...

Mercedes-Benz Vans Launches Free Van Uptime Monitor

Mercedes-Benz Vans Launches Free Van Uptime Monitor

John Sootheran

Mercedes-Benz Vans has introduced a free digital preventative maintenance tool for its midsize and large commercial vans to help minimise fleet downtime. The Van Uptime Monitor Digital Extra gives fleet...

Mercedes-Benz Vans Launches Free Van Uptime Monitor

John Sootheran

Mercedes-Benz Vans has introduced a free digital preventative maintenance tool for its midsize and large commercial vans to help minimise fleet downtime. The Van Uptime Monitor Digital Extra gives fleet...

Zapmap launches an EV-charging card compatible with 30+ networks

Zapmap launches an EV-charging card compatible with 30+ networks

John Sootheran

Zapmap, the UK-based app and platform that helps EV drivers locate, plan and pay for electric vehicle charging, has launched a new electric-vehicle charging card, giving drivers access to over 40,000...

Zapmap launches an EV-charging card compatible with 30+ networks

John Sootheran

Zapmap, the UK-based app and platform that helps EV drivers locate, plan and pay for electric vehicle charging, has launched a new electric-vehicle charging card, giving drivers access to over 40,000...

Kia releases pricing and spec for EV4

Kia releases pricing and spec for EV4

John Sootheran

Kia has opened orders for its new EV4, a sleek hatchback-style EV that sits between the EV3 and EV5 in the brand’s expanding electric line-up. Priced from £34,695, the EV4...

Kia releases pricing and spec for EV4

John Sootheran

Kia has opened orders for its new EV4, a sleek hatchback-style EV that sits between the EV3 and EV5 in the brand’s expanding electric line-up. Priced from £34,695, the EV4...

Samsara unveils new AI-powered solutions for safer, smarter operations

Samsara unveils new AI-powered solutions for safer, smarter operations

John Sootheran

Samsara has launched a suite of over a dozen AI-driven technologies designed to transform safety, efficiency and decision-making in physical operations. Announced at its 2025 Beyond conference, the innovations span...

Samsara unveils new AI-powered solutions for safer, smarter operations

John Sootheran

Samsara has launched a suite of over a dozen AI-driven technologies designed to transform safety, efficiency and decision-making in physical operations. Announced at its 2025 Beyond conference, the innovations span...