Polestar 5 carbon footprint revealed – could this become a new buying standard?

Polestar 5 carbon footprint revealed – could this become a new buying standard?

John Sootheran

The figure – 23.8 tonnes of CO₂ from production through to delivery – gives fleets a clearer view of the emissions tied to building the car, not just running it....

Polestar 5 carbon footprint revealed – could this become a new buying standard?

News
John Sootheran

The figure – 23.8 tonnes of CO₂ from production through to delivery – gives fleets a clearer view of the emissions tied to building the car, not just running it....

Fuel prices: where we are now

Fuel prices: where we are now

John Sootheran

Since late February, diesel prices have risen by around 18p per litre, reaching roughly 160ppl, while petrol has increased by about 7–8ppl to around 141ppl on average across the UK....

Fuel prices: where we are now

News
John Sootheran

Since late February, diesel prices have risen by around 18p per litre, reaching roughly 160ppl, while petrol has increased by about 7–8ppl to around 141ppl on average across the UK....

Chancellor signals review of grey fleet mileage rates after 15-year freeze

Chancellor signals review of grey fleet mileage rates after 15-year freeze

John Sootheran

The UK Government is reviewing the Approved Mileage Allowance Payment (AMAP) rates for employees who use their own vehicles for work – a move that could affect millions of grey fleet...

Chancellor signals review of grey fleet mileage rates after 15-year freeze

News
John Sootheran

The UK Government is reviewing the Approved Mileage Allowance Payment (AMAP) rates for employees who use their own vehicles for work – a move that could affect millions of grey fleet...

Nissan Leaf named Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2026

Nissan Leaf named Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2026

John Sootheran

The Nissan Leaf has been named the Supreme Winner of the 2026 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year, following a final vote by a global panel of 86 women motoring...

Nissan Leaf named Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2026

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John Sootheran

The Nissan Leaf has been named the Supreme Winner of the 2026 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year, following a final vote by a global panel of 86 women motoring...

What we know about the EU's 'Made in Europe' rules

What we know about the EU's 'Made in Europe' rules

John Sootheran

Plans from the European Commission to prioritise EU-made products in public funding and procurement could have major implications for the UK automotive sector – and potentially for fleets that rely...

What we know about the EU's 'Made in Europe' rules

News
John Sootheran

Plans from the European Commission to prioritise EU-made products in public funding and procurement could have major implications for the UK automotive sector – and potentially for fleets that rely...

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

News
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

News
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

News
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

News
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

News
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.