SMEs feel a responsibility to switch to EVs
The vast majority of SME business owners (94%) believe UK businesses that use vehicles and wheeled assets have a responsibility to change them to electric vehicles (EVs) as soon as possible, with almost half (46%) believing this should be a priority.
White paper highlights benefits of V2G technology
Fleet vehicles are often uniquely suited to V2G applications, due largely to regular and predictable usage patterns, and the fact that they often return to base at the end of the working day, where they sit idle overnight. This provides perfect conditions for V2G to utilise the energy stored in their batteries, before ensuring the vehicles are fully charged and ready for use again the next morning.
Fleets are ready for the latest lockdown says AFP
Despite widespread fatigue surrounding the current situation, industry professionals now know exactly how to handle the demands of the latest Covid-19 lockdown.
Ssangyong files for court protection
Carmaker applies for court protection after failing to meet the latest repayment in loans of around £40bn owed to Bank of America, JP Morgan Chase and BNP Paribas.
New lease package aiming to bring EVs to the masses
With 80% of new car sales now being made through a finance agreement, VWFS has created the brand-new Lease&Care package for the electric models being launched by Volkswagen, to provide customers with a level of flexibility they would not get with other packages, and retailers with a way to be closer to their customers.
Lone Ranger – Ford pick-up is a great ride
Popular with trades people, builders and farmers, pick-ups are also holding more appeal as a lifestyle choice and something different from the regular 4x4 SUV.
Vehicle Rental Company Raises £20,000 for foodbanks
Company has raised an £20,000 through a mixture of charitable activities, customer donations, fundraisers and supply partner support throughout December.
Involved in a collision – Do you know what to do?
Although many of us are spending a lot less time on the road this year, the chance of a collision still remains. Richard Gladman, IAM RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, has some helpful tips on the steps to follow if an incident occurs:
Benefits of business car leasing
If cash flow is tight and free capital at a premium, the last thing you want to do is tie up your business in bank loans and overdrafts for company cars.
New Leon is low on BiK
It is anticipated that its low BiK rating will prove attractive for fleet and company car buyers alike, giving the Leon a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of just 30p per mile and a strong residual value of 40% after 3 years and 60,000 miles.
GRIDSERVE opens first electric services
Essex site is the first of over 100 Electric Forecourts being built by GRIDSERVE over the next five years ahead of the 2030 ban on petrol and diesel cars. The company’s £1bn UK-wide programme aims to make EV driving an enjoyable, ultra-convenient and stress-free experience.
M6 price increase takes in toll
Leasing Options has researched how the new M6 toll costs compare to other toll roads around the UK and revealed how they stack up over the course of the year.