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Government accepts in full Windsor Framewor...
The UK Government has accepted in full the recommendations of the Independent Review of the Windsor Framework, led by the Rt Hon Lord Murphy of Torfaen — a move the government says will strengthen democratic scrutiny,
Octopus EV to absorb new EV road tax for ex...
Octopus Electric Vehicles (‘Octopus EV’) has announced it will cover the new pay-per-mile tax for all existing customers – meaning no extra charges for drivers who have already made the switch to electric. The tax, which
HyHaul Mobility has closed its Zehid HyHaul...
HyHaul Mobility has ended its Zehid HyHaul project, scrapping plans for a £14m hydrogen HGV corridor along the UK’s M4 after failing to secure sufficient binding customer commitments, which led to funding being withdrawn. Statement from
UK opportunity as the EU weakens on emissio...
The European Commission’s decision to weaken its 2035 target for zero-emission car and van sales has prompted concern across Europe’s e-mobility sector, with industry leaders warning it risks undermining long-term investment certainty. While Europe’s transport future
EU backtracks on 2035 zero-emission car tar...
The European Commission has moved to dilute the bloc’s long-standing pledge that all new cars and vans sold from 2035 must be zero-emission, instead setting a looser target that effectively extends the commercial life of combustion-engine
How HVO helps fleets cut emissions now
As fleet operators develop long-term plans to adopt electric vehicles, many are also turning to Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO) to reduce emissions from their existing diesel fleets and meet short- and medium-term decarbonisation targets. HVO is
Mercedes-Benz Trucks adds VEV to TruckCharg...
Mercedes-Benz Trucks has strengthened its free TruckCharge consultancy service by appointing VEV as a new strategic partner, supporting customers as they transition towards more sustainable transport operations. Backed by Vitol, VEV provides a proprietary software platform,
RHA backs 50mph HGV speed limit on Scottish...
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) has welcomed a Scottish Government announcement that the HGV speed limit for on Scotland’s trunk roads is to be increased to 50mph. The trade association supporting people and businesses in the
TPS accelerates EV adoption in VW Group par...
TPS, the parts business of Volkswagen Group UK, has taken further steps to electrify its delivery fleet, doubling the volume of electric vehicles on its 680-strong fleet over the past 12 months. Following successful pilots with
Zapgo joins Paua network to expand rapid ch...
Zapgo, one of the UK’s fastest-growing rapid charging networks, is pleased to announce its partnership with Paua, the UK’s leading aggregator of EV charging for fleets and businesses. This partnership makes Zapgo’s network of rapid chargers
