DfT-backed facts campaign to dispel myths and unfounded negativity surrounding ZEV

DfT-backed facts campaign to dispel myths and unfounded negativity surrounding ZEV

John Sootheran

FleetWise is backing The Facts campaign, a Department for Transport-endorsed initiative led by Autotrader, ChargeUK and the SMMT, which aims to challenge misconceptions around electric vehicles (EVs) with clear, data-led...

DfT-backed facts campaign to dispel myths and unfounded negativity surrounding ZEV

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John Sootheran

FleetWise is backing The Facts campaign, a Department for Transport-endorsed initiative led by Autotrader, ChargeUK and the SMMT, which aims to challenge misconceptions around electric vehicles (EVs) with clear, data-led...

Tranzaura and FleetWise launch new AI white paper to transform fleet management

Tranzaura and FleetWise launch new AI white paper to transform fleet management

ian richardson

Tranzaura, in partnership with FleetWise, has unveiled a new white paper: Making AI Work for Your Fleet – 10 steps for using Artificial Intelligence to revolutionise fleet management. The publication...

Tranzaura and FleetWise launch new AI white paper to transform fleet management

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ian richardson

Tranzaura, in partnership with FleetWise, has unveiled a new white paper: Making AI Work for Your Fleet – 10 steps for using Artificial Intelligence to revolutionise fleet management. The publication...

UK to phase out 2G network: is your telematics system safe?

UK to phase out 2G network: is your telematics system safe?

John Sootheran

The UK’s 2G mobile network is being phased out, raising urgent questions for fleets still reliant on older telematics, GPS trackers and camera systems installed before 2016. Contact your provider...

UK to phase out 2G network: is your telematics system safe?

News
John Sootheran

The UK’s 2G mobile network is being phased out, raising urgent questions for fleets still reliant on older telematics, GPS trackers and camera systems installed before 2016. Contact your provider...

New guidance for Human Form Recognition Systems on construction fleets – Plant Safety Group

New guidance for Human Form Recognition Systems on construction fleets – Plant Safety Group

John Sootheran

The Construction Industry Plant Safety Group has published new good practice guidance on the use of human form recognition systems (HFRS), following growing adoption of the AI technology across construction...

New guidance for Human Form Recognition Systems on construction fleets – Plant Safety Group

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John Sootheran

The Construction Industry Plant Safety Group has published new good practice guidance on the use of human form recognition systems (HFRS), following growing adoption of the AI technology across construction...

Athlon initiative could ease your drivers' EV transitions

Athlon initiative could ease your drivers' EV transitions

John Sootheran

Athlon’s 2025 EV Fleet Report, based on responses from 400 UK fleet leaders and drivers, finds fleets are making progress towards electrification but remain constrained by infrastructure, cost and complexity.

Athlon initiative could ease your drivers' EV transitions

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John Sootheran

Athlon’s 2025 EV Fleet Report, based on responses from 400 UK fleet leaders and drivers, finds fleets are making progress towards electrification but remain constrained by infrastructure, cost and complexity.

Carwow's Deals of the Week

Carwow's Deals of the Week

John Sootheran

Consumer website, carwow.co.uk, has been scouring the market again and this week’s crop of deals is just as tasty as usual.

Carwow's Deals of the Week

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John Sootheran

Consumer website, carwow.co.uk, has been scouring the market again and this week’s crop of deals is just as tasty as usual.

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).