More than seven out of 10 fleets (71%) are open to adding manufacturers which are new to the UK to their choice lists, research shows. One in four (25%) of those surveyed say they are already offering these new market entrants to their drivers, while almost as many (23%) are considering doing the same. Also, a further 21% would be willing to operate … [Read more...]
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No charger, no sale, dealers told
Not having a home charger is the biggest objection dealers hear from used car buyers considering an electric vehicle. Dealers report that more than half of people (52%) mention this problem, according to May’s new Startline Used Car Tracker. Paul Burgess, CEO at Startline Motor Finance, said, “In a way, it is encouraging that this is the biggest objection … [Read more...]
Public charging prices slowing EV drive
The cost of highway charging is pricing some fleets out of electric vehicle adoption, says the Association of Fleet Professionals’. AFP chair Paul Hollick explained that for fleets whose drivers don’t have access to home or depot charging, the price of power made running costs sometimes unsustainable. “We’re looking at a situation where using a public … [Read more...]
Are you EV ready for the getaway week?
Last May bank holiday over 19 million ‘leisure’ car trips were made over the weekend with this year's figures expecting to top that if the weather is good. And with this comes a lot of traffic, meaning that journeys will most likely be twice as long. To avoid breakdowns in traffic and potential delays on your journey EV Charging Expert Chris Moniz at … [Read more...]
Newslines 21 May
Wellhouse Leisure’s first campervan conversion of the all-new Ford Transit Custom - the Misano 5 - is now available to order with prices starting from £71,500 for a 6-speed manual and a 130PS, 2.0 TDCi Ford EcoBlue diesel engine, or from £73,000 for a 6-speed automatic transmission. The engines can be upgraded to 150PS and 170PS, plus there will be … [Read more...]
Publicity affects perception of EVs, says study
Negative coverage mean that more than four out of 10 people (43%) think electric vehicles easily catch fire, shows new research. May’s new Startline Used Car Tracker also reveals that 52% believe EV batteries become useless after just a few years, 26% that they are ultimately more polluting than petrol cars, and 24% that drivers can lose control of the … [Read more...]
How your car is saving your life
Automotive alerts are saving lives and time in the UK, according to the International Drivers Association. Imagine a world in which your car communicates with you to prevent accidents and optimize your drive. This is not a sci-fi movie setting but the reality of the UK's roads, thanks to the implementation of automotive alerts. Let's dive into how they're … [Read more...]
Tradelines 15 May
Kia has sold its 1.5 millionth car in the UK this April, amid a record-breaking month for the brand. The landmark 1.5 millionth sale was a Kia EV6 ‘GT-Line S’ in Yacht Blue, sold at 9:35am on Tuesday 16 April at Norton Way GWR Kia in Brentford, London., some 33 years after Kia made its UK debut with the Pride. Average fleet parts prices have risen by more … [Read more...]
EV battery supplies threaten to worsen green policies
Onshoring the EV supply chain to Europe would cut the emissions of producing a battery by 37% compared to a China-controlled supply chain, according to new analysis by Transport & Environment. This carbon saving rises to over 60% when renewable electricity is used and meeting Europe’s demand for battery cells and components locally would save an … [Read more...]
Renault Zoe biggest loser, Volvo V90 winner
Depreciation is any new car owner’s worst nightmare, with cars being notorious for dropping in value as soon as the leave the forecourt of the dealership. However, not all cars are made equal when it comes to depreciation, with some faring better than others over the course of a few years, or indeed their lifespan. There are also several factors that can … [Read more...]
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