Gridserve accelerates high-power charging with battery and solar innovation
Using a combination of the existing 100kW grid connection, a lithium-ion battery, solar energy and the latest software developed by Gridserve Technologies, the two legacy 50kW chargers that were previously installed at the site have been replaced with 12 state-of-the-art new chargers, to provide much needed additional charging power on the busy route. Whilst the site is now operational with chargers that can provide up to 350kW of power, chargers will be limited from providing full power whilst a testing and optimisation phase is worked through, which is expected to take several months.
Business customers driving EV sales
Underpinning changes is the switch from petrol and diesel-powered vehicles to electric and hybrid models. Report finds that business fleets are leading that charge with 44% of fleet cars already being electric, compared with just 4% of privately-owned vehicles
Northgate announces technician recruitment campaign
Northgate has a growing fleet of electric LCVs and is providing training to its increasing ranks of technicians so they can service and maintain the EVs in addition to ICE vehicles. This coincides with Northgate receiving its IMI Electric Vehicle Accreditation, which enables it to manage its own EV training internally.
Businesses look to grow their fleets
While slightly down on previous years, the fact that almost a third of UK fleets are expecting growth in car and van numbers over the next three years feels quite significant. Overall, just 5% of those surveyed are forecasting that fleet sizes will fall, which is less than in 2022’s research findings, and considering all that the fleet sector has had to handle in recent years – from the pandemic to production shortages – this underlines its resilience and core position in business transport.
Tata announces new battery plant
The gigafactory, near Bridgwater, is expected to create some 9,000 jobs both directly and in the supply industry. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the development would accelerate the transition of Britain’s car industry from petrol and diesel cars to electric vehicles.
Enjoy the silence – Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC AMG Line
It's certainly not as revolutionary as some of its rivals but there is an overall feeling of refinement. Along with silent running, high-speed road, tyre and suspension noise have been very well suppressed while the ride is not too soft in so far as you get a good feel of the road. The car is on the heavy side, mind, so you can expect some rock and roll if you get too ambitious on the bends.
More than half of motorists are against pence-per mile road tax for EVs
The six pence-per-mile rate proposal was part of a document created last month by the Resolution Foundation think tank on the future of road pricing, which addressed an expected £10 billion shortfall in fuel and road tax receipts by 2030 caused by car electrification.
Used EV prices show signs of stability and parity with ICE cars
Some EV prices are showing signs of being on par with their ICE equivalent for the very first time which makes choosing between petrol and diesel and an EV more straightforward for consumers. The biggest loser in Q2 were hybrids that fell by 5.6% (£1,198) to £18,280 despite average age falling to 47 months and 45,786 miles.
Enjoy the silence – Mercedes-Benz EQC 400 4MATIC AMG Line
It's certainly not as revolutionary as some of its rivals but there is an overall feeling of refinement. Along with silent running, high-speed road, tyre and suspension noise have been very well suppressed while the ride is not too soft in so far as you get a good feel of the road. The car is on the heavy side, mind, so you can expect some rock and roll if you get too ambitious on the bends.
Thinking of investing in a new car? Top reasons to consider a C5 Corvette
Have you ever heard someone talk about their dream car, and the Corvette comes up? Well, chances are they are talking about the C5 Corvette. This car has been an [...]
Appeal for fleet managers to trailblaze new apprenticeship
Up to 20 individuals are required to form a “trailblazing” group to create an apprenticeship standard, working alongside the Institute for Apprenticeships. When the content is approved, they will be expected to recruit apprentices into their organisation. AFP member Matt Neale, who is leading the apprenticeship drive, said: “Once the structure of the apprenticeship is finalised, the trailblazing group need to be ready to recruit apprentices straight away.
Amalga sets its sights on a zero-emission future
Amalga, which provides services and support to some of Britain’s biggest airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, and Luton, has harnessed the power of the award-winning EV:IE service to identify and select the first pure electric vehicle that will revolutionise its dynamic fleet operations.
Streamlining fleet maintenance and battery management through intelligent solutions
Managing a fleet is not an evening stroll – you’re tasked with ensuring a consistent maintenance schedule, attending to emergency repairs, creating and running an efficient transportation routine and coordinating [...]
Electric fleets could reduce UK CO2 emissions by 3.4 million tonnes a year
Study reveals that there are over 2.3 million vans in Great Britain owned by businesses, each travelling an average of 17,500 miles a year. With a typical diesel van producing 154g of CO2 per mile, one commercial van emits an estimated 4.3 tonnes of CO2 annually. This equates to 10.3 million tonnes of CO2 being produced each year by commercial vans alone.
SSE’s teams test First Hydrogen’s green hydrogen-powered vehicle
As the UK’s largest energy infrastructure company, SSE has recognised the crucial role the decarbonisation of transport will play in meeting net zero. Trialling First Hydrogen’s hydrogen-powered van in a real-life setting will enable SSE to evaluate the benefits of hydrogen mobility alongside its growing fleet of EV engineering and maintenance vehicles as an alternative to fossil fuels.
Mina launches ‘plug to payment’ subscription make to simplify EV transition
Onefleet streamlines the often-complex decision-making processes needed for EV roll-out as, facilitated through a partnership with EV experts Plug Me In, every element needed is included, meaning businesses get a ‘plug to payment’ solution for home chargers, installations, how to pay for domestic charging, access to approved public networks, invoicing, cost control and reporting.
Mina launches ‘plug to payment’ subscription make to simplify EV transition
Onefleet streamlines the often-complex decision-making processes needed for EV roll-out as, facilitated through a partnership with EV experts Plug Me In, every element needed is included, meaning businesses get a ‘plug to payment’ solution for home chargers, installations, how to pay for domestic charging, access to approved public networks, invoicing, cost control and reporting.
Small changes to ICE vehicle maintenance and driver habits can help reduce fleet emissions
Regular vehicle servicing can reduce fleet emissions. One important element of vehicle servicing is having the oil changed. Engine oil cools, cleans, lubricates and prevents engine wear. Changing it frequently will keep the vehicle’s engine running smoothly, helping to reduce its emissions.
The electric future: Creating the next generation of automobiles
The popularity of zero-emission vehicles is increasing every year. In every country, you can see more and more electric vehicles on the roads. To date, they have ceased to be [...]
Government announces new EV charge point rules
The new legislation includes the requirement for new public chargepoints to incorporate contactless payment within one year from the date of the regulations coming into force. Existing chargepoints will also need to introduce contactless payment within one year of the legislation’s introduction.
