In the market for an EV? These are the models impressing judges in 2026

In the market for an EV? These are the models impressing judges in 2026

John Sootheran

Drivers weighing up their next electric or hybrid car have a fresh shortlist to consider after the EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards highlighted the standout models across the market.

In the market for an EV? These are the models impressing judges in 2026

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John Sootheran

Drivers weighing up their next electric or hybrid car have a fresh shortlist to consider after the EcoCar Electrified Top 50 Awards highlighted the standout models across the market.

BYD enters growing compact van market with 265-mile Dolphin Cargo

BYD enters growing compact van market with 265-mile Dolphin Cargo

John Sootheran

BYD has launched the Dolphin Cargo, a compact electric van based on its Dolphin hatchback, becoming the latest manufacturer to target fleets looking for a smaller alternative to traditional vans.

BYD enters growing compact van market with 265-mile Dolphin Cargo

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John Sootheran

BYD has launched the Dolphin Cargo, a compact electric van based on its Dolphin hatchback, becoming the latest manufacturer to target fleets looking for a smaller alternative to traditional vans.

Stellantis eyes £13k electric city cars as Panda and 2CV make UK return more likely

Stellantis eyes £13k electric city cars as Panda and 2CV make UK return more likely

John Sootheran

Stellantis has moved a step closer to bringing affordable electric motoring back to the city car market, with new Fiat Panda and Citroën 2CV-inspired EVs expected from 2028 and increasingly...

Stellantis eyes £13k electric city cars as Panda and 2CV make UK return more likely

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John Sootheran

Stellantis has moved a step closer to bringing affordable electric motoring back to the city car market, with new Fiat Panda and Citroën 2CV-inspired EVs expected from 2028 and increasingly...

Stellantis plans 11 new vans, a fresh platform, and a 'box on wheels' concept

Stellantis plans 11 new vans, a fresh platform, and a 'box on wheels' concept

John Sootheran

The programme will introduce new mid-size and large van platforms powered by Stellantis's STLA Brain architecture, supporting electric, hybrid and internal combustion powertrains. The manufacturer says the new generation of...

Stellantis plans 11 new vans, a fresh platform, and a 'box on wheels' concept

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John Sootheran

The programme will introduce new mid-size and large van platforms powered by Stellantis's STLA Brain architecture, supporting electric, hybrid and internal combustion powertrains. The manufacturer says the new generation of...

Honda launches eight-year warranty as £19k Super-N prepares for UK arrival

Honda launches eight-year warranty as £19k Super-N prepares for UK arrival

John Sootheran

Available on vehicles registered from June 1, the warranty extends Honda's standard three-year cover by an additional year every time the vehicle is serviced at an authorised Honda retailer, up...

Honda launches eight-year warranty as £19k Super-N prepares for UK arrival

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John Sootheran

Available on vehicles registered from June 1, the warranty extends Honda's standard three-year cover by an additional year every time the vehicle is serviced at an authorised Honda retailer, up...

Kia EV4 price cut brings it closer to Volkswagen ID.3 territory

Kia EV4 price cut brings it closer to Volkswagen ID.3 territory

John Sootheran

The Kia EV4 has become the first Kia model eligible for the Government’s full £3,750 Electric Car Grant, cutting the hatchback’s starting price to £30,995 and strengthening its position against...

Kia EV4 price cut brings it closer to Volkswagen ID.3 territory

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John Sootheran

The Kia EV4 has become the first Kia model eligible for the Government’s full £3,750 Electric Car Grant, cutting the hatchback’s starting price to £30,995 and strengthening its position against...

Leapmotor B05 arrives with 300-mile range and sub-£30k price tag

Leapmotor B05 arrives with 300-mile range and sub-£30k price tag

John Sootheran

Priced from £30,495, or £28,995 after Leapmotor's own £1,500 "Leap Grant", the B05 undercuts key rivals such as the Volkswagen ID.3, Cupra Born, Peugeot E-308 and Renault Megane E-Tech while...

Leapmotor B05 arrives with 300-mile range and sub-£30k price tag

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John Sootheran

Priced from £30,495, or £28,995 after Leapmotor's own £1,500 "Leap Grant", the B05 undercuts key rivals such as the Volkswagen ID.3, Cupra Born, Peugeot E-308 and Renault Megane E-Tech while...

Leasing.com's Business Lease Deals of the Week

Leasing.com's Business Lease Deals of the Week

John Sootheran

From a long-range electric saloon costing less than £200 per month to a family-sized electric SUV and an iconic camper van, there is plenty of choice for drivers looking to...

Leasing.com's Business Lease Deals of the Week

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John Sootheran

From a long-range electric saloon costing less than £200 per month to a family-sized electric SUV and an iconic camper van, there is plenty of choice for drivers looking to...

AMAP increase gives grey fleet drivers boost as employers reassess mileage strategy

AMAP increase gives grey fleet drivers boost as employers reassess mileage strategy

John Sootheran

Grey fleet drivers will receive a significant increase in mileage reimbursement rates after the Government confirmed a 10p-per-mile rise to Approved Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAPs).

AMAP increase gives grey fleet drivers boost as employers reassess mileage strategy

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John Sootheran

Grey fleet drivers will receive a significant increase in mileage reimbursement rates after the Government confirmed a 10p-per-mile rise to Approved Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAPs).

Clean air zone costs hit £250m as fleets turn to smarter compliance tools

Clean air zone costs hit £250m as fleets turn to smarter compliance tools

John Sootheran

Low-emission and clean air zones generated more than £250 million from UK drivers last year, with fleets increasingly facing a mix of daily charges, fines and growing operational complexity across...

Clean air zone costs hit £250m as fleets turn to smarter compliance tools

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John Sootheran

Low-emission and clean air zones generated more than £250 million from UK drivers last year, with fleets increasingly facing a mix of daily charges, fines and growing operational complexity across...

Van downtime costs fleets £1,100 a day, meanwhile operators invest in uptime technology

Van downtime costs fleets £1,100 a day, meanwhile operators invest in uptime technology

John Sootheran

UK businesses are losing more than £1,170 for every day a van is off the road, according to new research from Mercedes-Benz Vans, highlighting the growing operational and financial pressure...

Van downtime costs fleets £1,100 a day, meanwhile operators invest in uptime technology

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John Sootheran

UK businesses are losing more than £1,170 for every day a van is off the road, according to new research from Mercedes-Benz Vans, highlighting the growing operational and financial pressure...

Fleets urged to factor new EV tax plans into electrification strategy

Fleets urged to factor new EV tax plans into electrification strategy

John Sootheran

British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association is urging fleets to closely monitor proposed new EV taxation plans, warning that additional road pricing costs could affect electric vehicle uptake and future...

Fleets urged to factor new EV tax plans into electrification strategy

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John Sootheran

British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association is urging fleets to closely monitor proposed new EV taxation plans, warning that additional road pricing costs could affect electric vehicle uptake and future...

MPs push for earlier ZEV mandate review as pressure grows on UK car makers

MPs push for earlier ZEV mandate review as pressure grows on UK car makers

John Sootheran

MPs are calling on the Government to bring forward its planned review of the UK’s ZEV mandate, warning that current rules are putting growing financial pressure on manufacturers.

MPs push for earlier ZEV mandate review as pressure grows on UK car makers

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John Sootheran

MPs are calling on the Government to bring forward its planned review of the UK’s ZEV mandate, warning that current rules are putting growing financial pressure on manufacturers.

Mazda expands fleet dealer network ahead of Mazda6e EV launch

Mazda expands fleet dealer network ahead of Mazda6e EV launch

John Sootheran

Mazda is expanding its UK fleet dealer specialist network as it prepares for increased business demand surrounding the launch of the new Mazda6e electric saloon later this summer.

Mazda expands fleet dealer network ahead of Mazda6e EV launch

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John Sootheran

Mazda is expanding its UK fleet dealer specialist network as it prepares for increased business demand surrounding the launch of the new Mazda6e electric saloon later this summer.

UK’s top insurance fraud hotspots revealed as fleets warned over rising scam claims

UK’s top insurance fraud hotspots revealed as fleets warned over rising scam claims

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being urged to raise driver awareness around insurance fraud after new analysis identified the UK areas most affected by so-called “crash for cash” scams.

UK’s top insurance fraud hotspots revealed as fleets warned over rising scam claims

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John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being urged to raise driver awareness around insurance fraud after new analysis identified the UK areas most affected by so-called “crash for cash” scams.

Freshly launched shared charging model to cut e-truck costs by 10%, says Shell

Freshly launched shared charging model to cut e-truck costs by 10%, says Shell

John Sootheran

Stagecoach and Shell have both launched new depot charging initiatives aimed at reducing one of the biggest barriers facing electric vans and HGVs: infrastructure cost.

Freshly launched shared charging model to cut e-truck costs by 10%, says Shell

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John Sootheran

Stagecoach and Shell have both launched new depot charging initiatives aimed at reducing one of the biggest barriers facing electric vans and HGVs: infrastructure cost.