Latest Electric Vehicle News
Leasys adds Leapmotor models to its rental fleet
Leapmotor International, which is 51% owned by Stellantis, is in the process of launching onto the UK market with two electric models, the T03 city car and C10 compact SUV.
BYD brand Denza ready to launch in UK
The upmarket high-tech maker will focus on both performance and luxury.
VEV and Dawsongroup unveil clean energy fleet electrification facility in Milton Keynes
VEV and Dawsongroup vans have launched a state-of-the-art clean energy fleet electrification hub in Milton Keynes.
Wincanton trial proves TUAL PowerUp Charger can triple depot charging capacity
Wincanton’s month-long trial of TUAL’s PowerUp Charger demonstrated a 250% increase in charging capacity, supporting fleet electrification and net-zero goals.
Mazda unveils electrification – but not all electric – strategy
New EV platform coming but also new combustion engines.
Novuna Business Finance partners with British Business Bank on green asset finance pilot
The pilot will provide financing for assets such as electric vehicles (EVs) and EV chargers.
Jonathan Murray appointed acting MD as Claire Haigh steps down from Zemo Partnership
Claire Haigh will step down as managing director of Zemo Partnership, with Jonathan Murray set to take over from March 31st.
Insight: Tackling the growing concern of fleet emissions reporting
Alphabet's Carbon Manager aims to offer advantages, not just compliance.
Three new vehicles boost Ford electric credentials
Puma, Tourneo and Transit Courier EVs all now in production.
Electric vehicles now account for 52% of business enquiries, Leasing.com reveals
The most in-demand business vehicle was the Lotus Eletre, which topped leasing charts ahead of models from Tesla, BMW, and Polestar.
iX3 to kick off new electric era for BMW
Bold new design will feature on all future BMW models.
New Mercedes CLA stretches range past 490 miles
Most efficient EVs will be joined in showrooms by hybrid variants.
Europcar introduces price parity for EV rentals to boost business adoption
Europcar aims to reinforce its commitment to supporting businesses in their sustainability goals without additional rental costs.
UK Power Networks launches ‘Insiders’ Guide’ to installing EV chargepoint hubs
Each year, the firm receives up to 100 applications from customers wanting to connect an EV charging hub site.
Government report warns of uneven rollout of public EV charge points
While the Government remains on track to meet its target of 300,000 public charge points by 2030, a disproportionate number are concentrated in London and the South East.
C-HR+ coupe-SUV leads three-strong electric Toyota assault
New EV technically unrelated to existing hybrid C-HR.
PAC report warns EV charge point rollout is uneven across UK
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has warned that while EV charge point rollout is progressing, regional disparities and infrastructure delays pose significant challenges.
Global EV sales up 50% in February 2025 – Rho Motion
In the first two months of 2025, global electric vehicle sales reached 2.4 million units, reflecting a 30% increase compared to the same period in 2024.
Milence opens first UK public charging hub for electric trucks in Immingham
Milence has launched its first UK public charging hub in Immingham, featuring high-performance chargers as part of its plan to expand electric truck infrastructure.
EV sales to overtake petrol – but not quickly enough…
Swing to electric a positive move but barriers remain to take-up.
