Omoda 9 SHS

Omoda 9 SHS: flagship, hybrid SUV arrives with standout spec

John Sootheran

The new Omoda 9 SHS has landed in the UK, bringing an ‘everything as standard’ approach to the D-segment SUV market (think Škoda Kodiaq, Volvo XC60). Priced from £44,990, it...

Omoda 9 SHS: flagship, hybrid SUV arrives with standout spec

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John Sootheran

The new Omoda 9 SHS has landed in the UK, bringing an ‘everything as standard’ approach to the D-segment SUV market (think Škoda Kodiaq, Volvo XC60). Priced from £44,990, it...

Telematics improves driver safety

Firm slashes dangerous driving by 95% using Samsara tech

John Sootheran

Cappagh Browne, a leading wastewater services provider for Southern Water, has cut dangerous driving incidents by 95% in just one week by using Samsara’s AI dash cams and GPS technology....

Firm slashes dangerous driving by 95% using Samsara tech

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John Sootheran

Cappagh Browne, a leading wastewater services provider for Southern Water, has cut dangerous driving incidents by 95% in just one week by using Samsara’s AI dash cams and GPS technology....

Company car driver

Company car numbers surge as EVs and Salary Sacrifice drive growth

John Sootheran

The number of employees paying company car tax has risen to 840,000 in 2023/24 – an increase of 80,000 year-on-year, or 10.5%, according to new HMRC figures. This builds on...

Company car numbers surge as EVs and Salary Sacrifice drive growth

Analysis
John Sootheran

The number of employees paying company car tax has risen to 840,000 in 2023/24 – an increase of 80,000 year-on-year, or 10.5%, according to new HMRC figures. This builds on...

BP Pulse Exit Highlights the Risk of Legacy EV Charging Systems for Fleets

BP Pulse Exit Highlights the Risk of Legacy EV Charging Systems for Fleets

ian richardson

The BP Pulse withdrawal from the workplace charging market serves as a cautionary tale for fleets about the long-term viability and resilience of their charging infrastructure, particularly regarding legacy systems.

BP Pulse Exit Highlights the Risk of Legacy EV Charging Systems for Fleets

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ian richardson

The BP Pulse withdrawal from the workplace charging market serves as a cautionary tale for fleets about the long-term viability and resilience of their charging infrastructure, particularly regarding legacy systems.

EV Transition Isn’t Just Plug and Play, Warns Dodona Analytics Co-founder

EV Transition Isn’t Just Plug and Play, Warns Dodona Analytics Co-founder

ian richardson

Fleet operators planning to switch to electric vehicles (EVs) are being urged to look beyond the assumption that overnight depot charging is a simple, all-encompassing solution. In a recent social...

EV Transition Isn’t Just Plug and Play, Warns Dodona Analytics Co-founder

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ian richardson

Fleet operators planning to switch to electric vehicles (EVs) are being urged to look beyond the assumption that overnight depot charging is a simple, all-encompassing solution. In a recent social...

Smarter Strategy, Not Bigger Budgets: Mer Urges Fleet Managers to Rethink EV Charging Costs

Smarter Strategy, Not Bigger Budgets: Mer Urges Fleet Managers to Rethink EV Charging Costs

ian richardson

Fleet managers considering depot electrification are being urged to stop fixating on grid upgrades and instead explore smarter funding and forecasting strategies. According to Natasha Fry, Head of Sales at...

Smarter Strategy, Not Bigger Budgets: Mer Urges Fleet Managers to Rethink EV Charging Costs

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ian richardson

Fleet managers considering depot electrification are being urged to stop fixating on grid upgrades and instead explore smarter funding and forecasting strategies. According to Natasha Fry, Head of Sales at...

Kia PV5 EV passenger van lands in Europe

Kia PV5 EV passenger van lands in Europe

John Sootheran

Kia’s all-electric PV5 Passenger van has launched in Europe, promising high-tech features, flexibility and a price point that undercuts rivals like the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. Part of Kia’s "Platform Beyond...

Kia PV5 EV passenger van lands in Europe

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John Sootheran

Kia’s all-electric PV5 Passenger van has launched in Europe, promising high-tech features, flexibility and a price point that undercuts rivals like the Volkswagen ID. Buzz. Part of Kia’s "Platform Beyond...

self-driving vehicles

Self-driving vehicles ahead of schedule in UK

John Sootheran

Self-driving taxis and buses will begin piloting on England’s roads from spring 2026, a full year earlier than originally planned. The Department for Transport (DfT) hopes this move will position...

Self-driving vehicles ahead of schedule in UK

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John Sootheran

Self-driving taxis and buses will begin piloting on England’s roads from spring 2026, a full year earlier than originally planned. The Department for Transport (DfT) hopes this move will position...

WSG reveals most common and costly van faults

WSG reveals most common and costly van faults

John Sootheran

Warrant Solutions Group reveal the most common and costly van faults over the last 12 months.Alternators are the most commonly claimed-for part under UK light commercial vehicle (LCV) extended warranties,...

WSG reveals most common and costly van faults

Analysis
John Sootheran

Warrant Solutions Group reveal the most common and costly van faults over the last 12 months.Alternators are the most commonly claimed-for part under UK light commercial vehicle (LCV) extended warranties,...

Geotab and Vitality

Geotab and Vitality reveal driving-safety tool

John Sootheran

Geotab and Vitality have launched a joint initiative in the UK aimed at improving driver safety and wellbeing through a new telematics-driven rewards platform. Currently in beta testing, the Geotab...

Geotab and Vitality reveal driving-safety tool

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John Sootheran

Geotab and Vitality have launched a joint initiative in the UK aimed at improving driver safety and wellbeing through a new telematics-driven rewards platform. Currently in beta testing, the Geotab...

Red introduces electric van driver-training module

Red introduces electric van driver-training module

John Sootheran

RED Corporate Driver Training has introduced a new module to help drivers adapt to electric vans. The course responds to recent UK Government changes that allow holders of a category...

Red introduces electric van driver-training module

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John Sootheran

RED Corporate Driver Training has introduced a new module to help drivers adapt to electric vans. The course responds to recent UK Government changes that allow holders of a category...

Transporter Shuttle

New VW Transporter Kombi and Shuttle order books open

John Sootheran

Volkswagen has opened the order books for the latest versions of its Transporter van – the Kombi and the Shuttle. The Kombi is aimed at crew van use, offering seating...

New VW Transporter Kombi and Shuttle order books open

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John Sootheran

Volkswagen has opened the order books for the latest versions of its Transporter van – the Kombi and the Shuttle. The Kombi is aimed at crew van use, offering seating...

Zemo report

Missing net-zero fast-tracking policies unveiled – Zemo

John Sootheran

Zemo Partnership has today launched a new report outlining the policies needed to fast-track the UK’s transition to net zero transport. Titled Decarbonising UK Road Transport: Map of Missing Policies,...

Missing net-zero fast-tracking policies unveiled – Zemo

Analysis
John Sootheran

Zemo Partnership has today launched a new report outlining the policies needed to fast-track the UK’s transition to net zero transport. Titled Decarbonising UK Road Transport: Map of Missing Policies,...

Surecam telematics

SureCam reveals AI-powered video telematics

John Sootheran

SureCam has launched a new mobile app aimed at helping drivers improve their on-road performance through AI-powered video telematics. The app supports automated coaching with personalised workflows that guide drivers...

SureCam reveals AI-powered video telematics

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John Sootheran

SureCam has launched a new mobile app aimed at helping drivers improve their on-road performance through AI-powered video telematics. The app supports automated coaching with personalised workflows that guide drivers...

Octopus launches 'Charge', its cheap and green home-charging solution

Octopus launches 'Charge', its cheap and green home-charging solution

John Sootheran

Octopus Energy has launched its first in-house home EV charger, Octopus Charge, initially available exclusively to customers of Octopus Electric Vehicles. The smart charger integrates with the Octopus Energy app...

Octopus launches 'Charge', its cheap and green home-charging solution

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John Sootheran

Octopus Energy has launched its first in-house home EV charger, Octopus Charge, initially available exclusively to customers of Octopus Electric Vehicles. The smart charger integrates with the Octopus Energy app...

Flex Model Choice, Europcar's long-term hire option for business

Flex Model Choice, Europcar's long-term hire option for business

John Sootheran

Europcar Mobility Group UK has launched Flex Model Choice, a new long-term rental solution designed for businesses running electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The service offers access to specific models...

Flex Model Choice, Europcar's long-term hire option for business

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John Sootheran

Europcar Mobility Group UK has launched Flex Model Choice, a new long-term rental solution designed for businesses running electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. The service offers access to specific models...