New Zero Emissions legislation could lighten the load on van operators, says trade group Logistics UK. Business group Logistics UK believes that the government’s Zero emission vans: regulatory flexibility consultation which will run until 3 March 2025 will provide the opportunity to deliver regulatory alignment between 4.25 tonne electric vans and 3.5 tonne … [Read more...]
New models to be rolled out by Toyota this year
New and enhanced models, the roll-out of advanced technologies, a series of prestigious awards and multiple sporting successes characterised Toyota’s achievements in 2024 and the year ahead promises to maintain the momentum of headline-making activities, led by an unprecedented programme of significant new model introductions. The company has strengthened … [Read more...]
2025 predicted milestone for EV roll-out
The electric vehicle industry has been through a whirlwind of developments in the past few years. Last year solidified key milestones like promising EV adoption rates among businesses and critical advancements in battery technologies. These have laid the groundwork for an exciting year ahead with growing momentum across the UK. However, challenges remain, … [Read more...]
Tradelines 08 January
The Genesis GV60 has been facelifted and given technical changes for 2025. The company's first pure BEV looks different at the front including brighter headlights, has new wheels and revised interior with three-spoke steering wheel and 27-inch infotainment display combining several features in one unit and it should be with us by the summer. Mazda will … [Read more...]
Industry’s cautious welcome to EV mandate change
The British automotive industry has welcomed the expected change in plans for the Government's zero emissions mandate. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, “The automotive industry welcomes government’s review of both the end of sale date for cars powered solely by petrol or diesel, and possible changes to the flexibilities around the Zero Emission … [Read more...]
Double-check a used car’s EV range before buying
An EV expert has urged Brits to avoid making a common mistake when buying a used electric car - or risk considerable issues developing with their new vehicle this winter. While the colder temperatures and treacherous driving conditions pose additional challenges for all drivers, they are particularly prominent for EV drivers. With that in mind, used car … [Read more...]
Slowing EV sales give dealers & makers a shock
Britain’s petrol, electric car and van markets have stalled with dealers reporting contracting business in the last quarter. The very slight increase in total registrations for the whole of 2024 came about with fleets being given big discounts by manufacturers very anxious to move the metal and push EV sales or face huge penalties from the UK … [Read more...]
EV challenges remain, with opportunities
There are some very promising signs for the year ahead in the electric-vehicle sector but also a number of challenges. More than a third of people are now considering buying an EV, compared to just over a quarter in 2023, and more competitive prices for second cars mean sales are staring to soar - up 52%, this year. In 2020, just 6.6% of all new … [Read more...]
Motorists saw a better fuel deal last year
Fuel prices went up by under a penny in December making for the third rise in as many months but still remain close to late 2019 levels, reveals new data from RAC Fuel Watch. Petrol finished the month averaging 136.9p across the UK, up a third of a pence (0.36p) while diesel rose two-thirds of a pence (0.67p) to 142.9p. Petrol has increased from 135p at the … [Read more...]
End of life batteries power hope of cheaper new ones
Recycling could enable Europe to cut its reliance on EV battery mineral imports by up to a quarter by the end of the decade, according to a new study. Materials from end-of-life batteries and gigafactory scrap have the potential to build up to 2.4 million EVs locally in 2030, according to the research by Transport & Environment (T&E). But the EU … [Read more...]
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