Fuel freeze welcomed but no good news for EVs
Fuel freeze extension provides much-needed stability and respite for drivers who have been grappling with rising living costs and fuel prices. By maintaining the current fuel duty rates, the Chancellor has effectively alleviated some of the financial burdens on households and businesses alike.
Nuvolt turns to Vanaways for first fleet purchase
Established in 2021, Cardiff-based Nuvolt delivers an array of services including the installation of solar panels, battery storage and electric vehicle charging solutions to commercial and public sector. Initially the company relied on leased vehicles to gain a foothold in the sector, but has now opted to invest in its own vans.
Rightcharge and M-B Vans collaborate to make it easier for businesses to transition to electric
The agreement demonstrates a mutual commitment to supporting electric fleets. Both companies are set to release exciting new products in 2024. Mercedes will introduce a wealth of new products, including new large and midsize vans, while Rightcharge is set to launch its own electric fuel card and fleet management solution.
Van market delivers best February performance since 1998
With each manufacturer now mandated to achieve a minimum proportion of zero emission registrations every year, February saw a decline in registrations of battery electric vans weighing up to 3.5 tonnes, falling by 119 units to 847 units, and taking a 4.7% market share, down from 5.5% a year ago. Maintaining existing purchase incentives and ensuring charge point rollout – including van-specific charging infrastructure – will be essential to help raise demand to the level needed to deliver net zero rapidly.
Fleets should redouble efforts on drug-driving
There is a perception among some fleets that prescribed medication was more of a problem than illegal drugs when it came driving, but that these latest reports suggested this is not necessarily the case. There is an assumption by some employers that use of illegal drugs among drivers is very limited but there are increasing signs this maybe untrue. It appears that legal drugs prescribed for medical use and those taken for recreational purposes are both potential issues.
Carbon reporting becoming bigger part of fleet management
Carbon reporting so far tended to affect larger and often multi-national fleets but there are signs that the measures would affect more businesses over time, not just on a potential statutory basis, but because larger customers were increasingly demanding it from a supply chain compliance point of view.
FM Conway ramps up their electric fleet with Herd Zero
The latest initiative is part of the company’s commitment to switching 50% of their 1.5ft vehicles to fully electric by 2025 with the goal of changing all 1.5t vehicles to electric in the future. The 12 new Renault Kangoo E-Tech’s will be used in London boroughs. Supporting the reduction of harmful emissions and helping to enhance the air quality in London.
Mitie deal ‘one of largest yet’ for Volkswagen I.D.Buzz Cargo
Volkswagen has signed what the brand describes as one of the largest deals yet for its I.D. Buzz Cargo electric van with facilities transformation company Mitie.
Proace kicks off Toyota van renewal programme
Toyota has unveiled updated versions of its Proace and Proace City vans, beginning what the brand describes as a "year of transformation" across its Professional light-commercial range.
Locator aids online searches for VW LCVs
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has added a new vehicle locator tool to its website to make it easier for potential online customers to identify the right vehicle for their needs.
Used van values reverse slide in January
Used light-commercial vehicle prices have started 2024 with positive signs of recovery, according to major auction house BCA.
Time to switch on to the benefits of leasing electric company vehicles
There are lots of advantages for switching to electric car leasing for your business, but it’s the cost savings on Benefit in Kind (BIK) and VAT that really make sound [...]
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