The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association, representing Europe’s major OEMs, called on the European Commission to “recalibrate” the 2035 CO₂ targets that effectively ban new petrol and diesel car sales. The association argued that the 100% emissions reduction target is “no longer feasible” citing slow EV uptake in some regions, infrastructure … [Read more...]
Fleets should support new road safety strategy, says Arval UK
Fleets should engage with the consultations contained in the government’s new Road Safety Strategy to ensure that as many of their measures as possible are adopted, says Arval UK. Five separate consultations are now underway – covering motoring offences, the minimum learning period for new drivers, mandatory eyesight tests for older drivers, improved moped … [Read more...]
Anti-motorist legislation target in Senedd tomorrow
Welsh Conservatives will tomorrow ramp up pressure on the Labour controlled Senedd to prioritise motoring in policies and repeal restrictive law and decisions which it claims holds back the economy. Good transport connectivity across Wales is vital in supporting businesses, creating jobs, and boosting our economy. Yet Labour and Plaid’s direct attack on … [Read more...]
Ifor Williams follows electric move
An iconic trailer maker has said it is "driving into the electric vehicle era" with a new generation of lighter and stronger trailers. Clwyd South MS and Welsh Government Transport Minister Ken Skates visited Ifor Williams Trailers to mark the UK launch of the new Tow-Max range. Originally rolled out in Scandinavia, it offers lightweight flatbed trailers … [Read more...]
Chinese brands will influence used prices in 2026
The popularity of Chinese new entrants will be the number one trend in the used-car market in 2026, say dealers in new research. January’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows more than half (53%) believe this will be a major development, followed by the continuing move to electric cars (50%) and ongoing shortages of good quality stock (38%). Paul Burgess, CEO … [Read more...]
Most popular cars financed in 2025
Close Brothers Motor Finance highlights the most popular cars to finance in 2025. Zero Emission Vehicle mandate targets, fluctuating demand and changing consumer trends surrounding electric vehicles created a tricky landscape for manufacturers and dealers to contend with over the past 12 months. Ongoing economic uncertainty and concerns around factors such … [Read more...]
Car registrations rise amid warnings
Last year's new cars registration in Britain passed two million for the first time since the pandemic. But the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders said it was only due to makers' incentives estimated at £11,000 per electric vehicle which is an unsustainable figure and they want more Government support and buyers' encouragement. One in four of the … [Read more...]
eVED plan is fraught with problems, say fleet professionals
Fleet engagement with the new government consultation on Electric Vehicle Excise Duty is “essential” to highlight a wide range of potential problems, says the Association of Fleet Professionals. Paul Hollick, chair, said that the industry body’s members broadly accepted the need for the government to recover revenue lost from petrol and diesel fuel duty but … [Read more...]
EU lawmakers pushing back on EV deadline
Widely expected relaxations to the European Union’s 2035 ban on internal combustion engined (ICE) vehicles will place “huge pressure” on the UK government to take similar steps, says FleetCheck. Yesterday, the EU decided it would bow to car makers' pressure and reduce the zero emissions mandate. Under the European Commission's new plan, 90% of new cars sold … [Read more...]
Ford and Renault tie up for next EVs
Ford and Renault have formed a partnership for passenger and commercial vehicles, starting with two affordable electric cars in Europe. There will be two Ford-branded passenger electric vehicles based on Renault Group's Ampere platform. The cars will be manufactured by Renault Group in northern France, at the ‘ElectriCity’ facility and due in showrooms in … [Read more...]
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