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Vehicles

New Peugeot E-5008 boast range of more than 400 miles

The new Peugeot E-5008 meets the needs of customers looking for a large SUV with an assertive design, welcoming interior and efficient electric performance. The new E-5008 is also covered for up to 8 years/100,000 miles with the new Peugeot Allure Care programme, the longest coverage of any European brand, providing customers with total peace of mind.

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APCOA live EV Charge-points reach 750

APCOA now manages over 750 EV charge points (both fast and ultra rapid) across multiple sectors including rail, health, education, hospitality, local government and airports with both on and off-street facilities.

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Are EVs really cheaper to run than petrol cars?

To help UK drivers make informed decisions around the uptake of EVs, experts at The Electric Car Scheme have debunked the most widely spread misconceptions surrounding electric cars.  Thom Groot, Co-Founder of The Electric Car Scheme, also explains why the government needs to provide better information to encourage more drivers to make the switch. 

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Charging Infrastructure

Octopus Energy and Addison Lee join forces for cheaper EV charging

Drivers at Addison Lee will get access to Octopus Energy’s EV roaming service, Octopus Electroverse, the ‘one card, one app’ model, which means there’s no longer need to download multiple apps and subscriptions. This deal enables them to power up with just one simple tap at most charge point brands in the capital. 

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Large EV discounts on the way from under-pressure manufacturers

Tony Whitehorn, former UK Chief Executive and President of the South Korean manufacturer Hyundai, said carmakers were facing a number of pressures to do with the electrification of the UK vehicle parc – and that as a result, there were bargains available to buyers.

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Andersen EV launches upgrade service for home chargers

The Andersen A2 is the only tethered charge point on the market that is design-led and removes the mess of untidy cables on show when not in use. The unit also offers a choice of 126 colour and finish combinations, with users able to customise their charger to their home or vehicle.

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Dacia Spring pricing could place downward pressure on fleet EV pricing

This does feel like a potential watershed moment for EV pricing. While the Spring is too small and too limited for many fleet applications, it does show that a modern EV with a 137-mile range can be brought to market at a very attractive price. The key here is that it immediately makes every other EV look like poor value

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Public sector charging facilities should be opened up

Some central and local government fleets are investing heavily in infrastructure to support their electric vehicles (EVs), and these could be made available in areas where private companies were having difficulty finding chargers, says the Association of Fleet Professionals.

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Survey reveals surge in EV interest

Technological advancements have significantly reshaped the landscape of the automotive industry, with a particular emphasis on innovation in electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving features, and connectivity solutions. Brands like Kia and Hyundai have emerged as frontrunners in leveraging technology to enhance the driving experience and meet evolving consumer demands. 

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Octopus EV calls for clarity on BiK rates for EVs

As drivers enter new lease agreements this year that will take them into 2028, Octopus has called on the Government to provide clarity on what these tax rules will look like beyond this date. 

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