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

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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

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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...

Europcar BYD Seal hybrid

Europcar adds BYD hybrids to its hire fleet

John Sootheran

Europcar Mobility Group UK has added the BYD Seal U DM-i Plug-in Hybrid SUV to its fleet, offering an electric-only range of 78 miles and a total range of up...

Europcar adds BYD hybrids to its hire fleet

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John Sootheran

Europcar Mobility Group UK has added the BYD Seal U DM-i Plug-in Hybrid SUV to its fleet, offering an electric-only range of 78 miles and a total range of up...

Trusted Products Giveaway - nominate your go-to EV product and win.

Trusted Products Giveaway - nominate your go-to EV product and win.

ian richardson

Nominate your go-to EV products and give Trusted Products a follow and you could win a £50 Amazon Gift Card - awarded to one individual from the LinkedIn comments section,...

Trusted Products Giveaway - nominate your go-to EV product and win.

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ian richardson

Nominate your go-to EV products and give Trusted Products a follow and you could win a £50 Amazon Gift Card - awarded to one individual from the LinkedIn comments section,...

Trakm8 RH600 video telematics

Kent cab and courier firm selects Trakm8 video telematics, here's why

John Sootheran

Express Cabs & Couriers Ltd has chosen Trakm8 to supply advanced video telematics across its 183-vehicle fleet. The Kent-based operator, which has served the region for over 30 years, adopted...

Kent cab and courier firm selects Trakm8 video telematics, here's why

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John Sootheran

Express Cabs & Couriers Ltd has chosen Trakm8 to supply advanced video telematics across its 183-vehicle fleet. The Kent-based operator, which has served the region for over 30 years, adopted...

What are the 100 most-trusted brands in fleet? – 360 Media Group

What are the 100 most-trusted brands in fleet? – 360 Media Group

John Sootheran

We asked 400 fleet managers which suppliers they trust most, and how that trust affects buying decisions. Their feedback has shaped the Spring 2025 edition of 100 Trusted Brands in...

What are the 100 most-trusted brands in fleet? – 360 Media Group

Analysis
John Sootheran

We asked 400 fleet managers which suppliers they trust most, and how that trust affects buying decisions. Their feedback has shaped the Spring 2025 edition of 100 Trusted Brands in...

Latest Automotive Sales Figures

Latest Automotive Sales Figures

John Sootheran

A quick round-up of SMMT data reveals the latest (May 2025) sales figures in the automotive sector.

Latest Automotive Sales Figures

Analysis
John Sootheran

A quick round-up of SMMT data reveals the latest (May 2025) sales figures in the automotive sector.