Fast Facts & Stats

Fast Facts & Stats

John Sootheran

Fascinating info and data from the world of fleet.

Fast Facts & Stats

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John Sootheran

Fascinating info and data from the world of fleet.

BVRLA calls for destination charging to plug UK infrastructure gaps

BVRLA calls for destination charging to plug UK infrastructure gaps

John Sootheran

The BVRLA has urged government to prioritise “destination charging” as part of its Bon VoyCharge campaign, warning that black spots risk undermining EV adoption across key travel sectors. The campaign...

BVRLA calls for destination charging to plug UK infrastructure gaps

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John Sootheran

The BVRLA has urged government to prioritise “destination charging” as part of its Bon VoyCharge campaign, warning that black spots risk undermining EV adoption across key travel sectors. The campaign...

Chinese car brands outsell Audi and Renault as fleet value race intensifies

Chinese car brands outsell Audi and Renault as fleet value race intensifies

John Sootheran

Chinese manufacturers registered 43,500 new cars across Europe in August, a 121% year-on-year increase that pushed their combined volume above Audi (41,300) and Renault (37,800), according to Jato Dynamics.

Chinese car brands outsell Audi and Renault as fleet value race intensifies

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John Sootheran

Chinese manufacturers registered 43,500 new cars across Europe in August, a 121% year-on-year increase that pushed their combined volume above Audi (41,300) and Renault (37,800), according to Jato Dynamics.

Stellantis tests lighter, faster-charging EV battery

Stellantis tests lighter, faster-charging EV battery

John Sootheran

Stellantis has unveiled a prototype EV battery that integrates charging electronics and the inverter, cutting weight and improving efficiency. Initial results show a 10% energy efficiency gain and 15% more...

Stellantis tests lighter, faster-charging EV battery

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John Sootheran

Stellantis has unveiled a prototype EV battery that integrates charging electronics and the inverter, cutting weight and improving efficiency. Initial results show a 10% energy efficiency gain and 15% more...

BT and Openreach sign home charging deal with Myenergi

BT and Openreach sign home charging deal with Myenergi

John Sootheran

BT and Openreach have partnered with Myenergi to accelerate electrification of their commercial van and company car fleets. Under the agreement, thousands of Zappi smart chargers will be installed at...

BT and Openreach sign home charging deal with Myenergi

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John Sootheran

BT and Openreach have partnered with Myenergi to accelerate electrification of their commercial van and company car fleets. Under the agreement, thousands of Zappi smart chargers will be installed at...

Construction growth from 1.5m brownfield homes could boost LCV demand

Construction growth from 1.5m brownfield homes could boost LCV demand

John Sootheran

England has capacity to build almost 1.5m new homes on brownfield land, a scale of development that would directly stimulate demand for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and construction fleets, according...

Construction growth from 1.5m brownfield homes could boost LCV demand

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John Sootheran

England has capacity to build almost 1.5m new homes on brownfield land, a scale of development that would directly stimulate demand for light commercial vehicles (LCVs) and construction fleets, according...

AI Takes the Wheel: Smarter EV Charging Could Save Households £650 a Year

AI Takes the Wheel: Smarter EV Charging Could Save Households £650 a Year

John Sootheran

The Centre for Net Zero (CNZ), part of Octopus Energy, has completed a year-long study involving more than 13,000 households using its Intelligent Octopus Go tariff. The results are striking:...

AI Takes the Wheel: Smarter EV Charging Could Save Households £650 a Year

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John Sootheran

The Centre for Net Zero (CNZ), part of Octopus Energy, has completed a year-long study involving more than 13,000 households using its Intelligent Octopus Go tariff. The results are striking:...

Volvo EX90 gains 800V system for faster charging and enhanced safety tech

Volvo EX90 gains 800V system for faster charging and enhanced safety tech

John Sootheran

Volvo has opened orders for the 2026 EX90, its flagship electric SUV, with significant upgrades including the adoption of 800V battery architecture. The new system doubles the voltage of the...

Volvo EX90 gains 800V system for faster charging and enhanced safety tech

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John Sootheran

Volvo has opened orders for the 2026 EX90, its flagship electric SUV, with significant upgrades including the adoption of 800V battery architecture. The new system doubles the voltage of the...

OVO launches fixed-price EV charging subscription from £27.50pm

OVO launches fixed-price EV charging subscription from £27.50pm

John Sootheran

OVO has introduced a new subscription service that offers electric vehicle (EV) drivers a single fixed monthly price for charging at home and on the public network. The plans combine...

OVO launches fixed-price EV charging subscription from £27.50pm

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John Sootheran

OVO has introduced a new subscription service that offers electric vehicle (EV) drivers a single fixed monthly price for charging at home and on the public network. The plans combine...

Most UK workshops ready to service EVs

Most UK workshops ready to service EVs

John Sootheran

Four in five UK aftermarket workshops are now equipped to service, maintain and repair electric vehicles (EVs), according to new research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Most UK workshops ready to service EVs

Analysis
John Sootheran

Four in five UK aftermarket workshops are now equipped to service, maintain and repair electric vehicles (EVs), according to new research by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

New EV initiative from Athlon

New EV initiative from Athlon

John Sootheran

Athlon UK has launched its Everyday EV series, sharing the real experiences of colleagues making the switch to electric. From first-time chargers to long-distance commuters, these stories share what it really...

New EV initiative from Athlon

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John Sootheran

Athlon UK has launched its Everyday EV series, sharing the real experiences of colleagues making the switch to electric. From first-time chargers to long-distance commuters, these stories share what it really...

UK climbs European EV readiness rankings – PwC

UK climbs European EV readiness rankings – PwC

John Sootheran

The UK has risen to fifth place out of 13 European countries in PwC’s 2025 EV readiness survey, marking one of the strongest improvements across 28 global markets. Worldwide, the UK...

UK climbs European EV readiness rankings – PwC

Analysis
John Sootheran

The UK has risen to fifth place out of 13 European countries in PwC’s 2025 EV readiness survey, marking one of the strongest improvements across 28 global markets. Worldwide, the UK...

Businesses missing out on vehicle data value, warns Ford Pro

Businesses missing out on vehicle data value, warns Ford Pro

John Sootheran

A new Ford Pro report warns that many companies are failing to maximise the potential of connected vehicle data, losing out on major efficiency gains. Here's the solution…

Businesses missing out on vehicle data value, warns Ford Pro

Analysis
John Sootheran

A new Ford Pro report warns that many companies are failing to maximise the potential of connected vehicle data, losing out on major efficiency gains. Here's the solution…

Carwow's Deals of the Week

Carwow's Deals of the Week

John Sootheran

Consumer website, carwow.co.uk, delves deep into the world of cut-price car deals, and this week it's found some absolute peaches!

Carwow's Deals of the Week

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John Sootheran

Consumer website, carwow.co.uk, delves deep into the world of cut-price car deals, and this week it's found some absolute peaches!

Fast Facts & Stats

Fast Facts & Stats

John Sootheran

Fascinating info and data from the world of fleet.

Fast Facts & Stats

Analysis
John Sootheran

Fascinating info and data from the world of fleet.

Geely EX5 electric SUV launches in UK, from £31,990

Geely EX5 electric SUV launches in UK, from £31,990

John Sootheran

Geely has opened reservations for its first UK model, the all-electric EX5 SUV, ahead of sales beginning on 24 October 2025. Priced from £31,990, the EX5 undercuts rivals such as...

Geely EX5 electric SUV launches in UK, from £31,990

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John Sootheran

Geely has opened reservations for its first UK model, the all-electric EX5 SUV, ahead of sales beginning on 24 October 2025. Priced from £31,990, the EX5 undercuts rivals such as...