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

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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...

Employers neglecting basic legal duties for grey-fleet drivers

Employers neglecting basic legal duties for grey-fleet drivers

John Sootheran

Nearly half of employees using private vehicles for work journeys have never had their driving licences checked by their employers, according to new research from TTC Group. This lapse raises...

Employers neglecting basic legal duties for grey-fleet drivers

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John Sootheran

Nearly half of employees using private vehicles for work journeys have never had their driving licences checked by their employers, according to new research from TTC Group. This lapse raises...

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

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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

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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

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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

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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.

Subaru announces new EV line-up for 2026 with Uncharted, E-Outback and updated Solterra models

Subaru announces new EV line-up for 2026 with Uncharted, E-Outback and updated Solterra models

John Sootheran

Subaru has confirmed it will launch three new electric vehicles in the UK by 2026. These include a facelifted version of its first EV, the Solterra, as well as two...

Subaru announces new EV line-up for 2026 with Uncharted, E-Outback and updated Solterra models

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John Sootheran

Subaru has confirmed it will launch three new electric vehicles in the UK by 2026. These include a facelifted version of its first EV, the Solterra, as well as two...

Stats & Facts… A quick round-up of the latest fleet data

Stats & Facts… A quick round-up of the latest fleet data

John Sootheran

Stats & Facts… A quick round-up of the latest fleet data

Stats & Facts… A quick round-up of the latest fleet data

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John Sootheran

Stats & Facts… A quick round-up of the latest fleet data

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

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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,...

How to charge your EV without a driveway: practical on-street solutions for homeowners

How to charge your EV without a driveway: practical on-street solutions for homeowners

John Sootheran

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow, one of the biggest challenges for many potential owners is how to charge their car at home without off-street parking. With around...

How to charge your EV without a driveway: practical on-street solutions for homeowners

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John Sootheran

As electric vehicle (EV) adoption continues to grow, one of the biggest challenges for many potential owners is how to charge their car at home without off-street parking. With around...

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

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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...

England’s best and worst motorways and ‘A’ roads rated by drivers

England’s best and worst motorways and ‘A’ roads rated by drivers

John Sootheran

The M40 – connecting London and Birmingham – remains the top-rated motorway, with 75% of drivers expressing satisfaction. Among ‘A’ roads, the A30 between Exeter and Penzance came out on...

England’s best and worst motorways and ‘A’ roads rated by drivers

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John Sootheran

The M40 – connecting London and Birmingham – remains the top-rated motorway, with 75% of drivers expressing satisfaction. Among ‘A’ roads, the A30 between Exeter and Penzance came out on...

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

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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

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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...

E-Van sales up 78%! Help your drivers prepare for a life electric

E-Van sales up 78%! Help your drivers prepare for a life electric

John Sootheran

With more-affordable 200+ mile vans entering the market, and licence barriers lifted, the move to electric vans is accelerating fast. Electric van registrations in the UK have surged 78% year-on-year,...

E-Van sales up 78%! Help your drivers prepare for a life electric

Analysis
John Sootheran

With more-affordable 200+ mile vans entering the market, and licence barriers lifted, the move to electric vans is accelerating fast. Electric van registrations in the UK have surged 78% year-on-year,...

Government EV Funding: Encouraging Steps, But Gaps Remain

Government EV Funding: Encouraging Steps, But Gaps Remain

ian richardson

Holman's Ross Palman, Project Lead – EV, shares his thoughts on the latest wave of government funding for electric vehicles and infrastructure. It's a step in the right direction, but...

Government EV Funding: Encouraging Steps, But Gaps Remain

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ian richardson

Holman's Ross Palman, Project Lead – EV, shares his thoughts on the latest wave of government funding for electric vehicles and infrastructure. It's a step in the right direction, but...