The Prime Minister’s confirmation that the UK will implement a 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars – but with some hybrids on sale until 2035 – continues to draw strong responses from across the fleet, leasing and motoring sectors.
Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for over 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day. Natalie edits all the Fleet World websites and newsletters, and loves to hear about any latest industry news.
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Commercial vehicle operators in the Bath area can now apply for financial assistance, enabling them to prepare for the March 2021 launch of a Clean Air Zone in the city.
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More than a third of businesses have had a van stolen in the last 12 months, according to Logistics UK, which is calling for work by the police, Government and the van industry to help clamp down on thefts.
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Tesco is furthering its commitment to go carbon-neutral by 2035 with a fleet of 30 LDV EV80 vans in Greater London.
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The Prime Minister has officially announced that sales of new petrol and diesel cars and vans will be banned by 2030 – but sales of hybrid models with significant electric-only capabilities will be allowed until 2035.
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LEVC has appointed van racking specialist Modul-System as the first official converter for its VN5 range-extender plug-in hybrid, which is now on sale.
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Tesco has introduced a new electric delivery fleet in London as part of plans to go fully electric by 2028.
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Northgate is to add 250 Peugeot e-Expert vans to its rental fleet, helping businesses looking to go electric.
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2021 CV Show moved back to next summer
Next year’s Commercial Vehicle Show is being rescheduled to the summer to “deliver the best possible show in the safest environment”.
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Ford has updated its telematics tool to enable its use by all operators, regardless of their make of vehicles.