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Disabled Motability customers at risk of exclusion by EV charger rollout

More than a million disabled drivers, including many who are customers of the Motability scheme, could be left disadvantaged by the rollout of ultra rapid public chargers for electric cars.

Market insight 1 Aug

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Hybrid Volvo XC90 breaks margin records as EV sales surge in June

The alternatively fuelled vehicle (AFV) market continued its upward trajectory with electric vehicle (EV) sales posting their strongest monthly growth yet

Market insight 18 Jul

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Leapmotor launches own EV grant as potential barriers for Chinese brands emerge

Leapmotor’s decision to self-fund its EV grant represents a pragmatic sales strategy to avoid the complications of grant eligibility under the new rules.

Manufacturer News 18 Jul

Vertu Motors chief executive Robert Forrester

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Vertu boss welcomes £650m EV grant but wary over used market fallout

Vertu Motors chief executive Robert Forrester has welcomed the government’s new £650 million Electric Car Grant

Car dealer news 17 Jul

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Electric grant news triggers surge in EV interest on AutoTrader

Auto Trader has reported a sharp spike in consumer interest for electric vehicles (EVs) following the government’s announcement of a new Electric Car Grant.

Market insight 17 Jul

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Executive View: Have used EVs been overlooked?

In light of the UK Government's announcement of financial support to help new car buyers choose a zero emission vehicle, typically an electric car, it seems that the opportunity to strengthen confidence in used EVs has been missed, suggests the BVRLA's director of policy and public affairs Thomas McLellan.

Executive Views 16 Jul

Picture of accessible EV charging for disabled drivers

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Electric Car Grant portal opens for dealers and OEMs

An online portal for the Electric Car Grant is being launched and managed by the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) for car brands and franchised dealerships to use when customers are buying qualifying new electric cars.

Supplier news 16 Jul

Tesla Model 3 at an Aston Barclay auction

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Used EV market risk due to impact of new electric car grant

The Government’s decision to reintroduce grant funding new EVs has raised concern among some industry leaders who warn the move overlooks the used sector.

Market insight 15 Jul

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New car industry welcomes ‘supercharged momentum’ of £650m electric car grant

The UK government has confirmed it is to launch a £650 million electric vehicle grant scheme which could reduce the upfront cost of new EVs by up to £3,750.

Supplier news 14 Jul

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Industry coalition urges government to back used EV market with £1.4bn fund

A coalition of more than 30 automotive industry organisation is calling for immediate action to support the used battery electric vehicle (BEV) market.

Supplier news 11 Jul

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Most doubt UK will hit 2030 ban as new EV sales stall: Auto Trader

The journey to a zero-emissions new car market by 2030 is under threat, according to Auto Trader’s latest Road to 2030 Report.

Market insight 4 Jul

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BCA achieves record half-year EV sales as confidence grows

BCA has announced record-breaking electric vehicle (EV) sales, with nearly 1,300 units sold in the final week of June alone, marking a significant milestone for the vehicle remarketer.

Supplier news 3 Jul

Lisa Brankin, chair of Ford Britain and managing director of Ford UK

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Ford EV centre for excellence to help drive skills revolution

Ford has unveiled its new Electric Vehicle (EV) Centre for Excellence at the Henry Ford Academy in Daventry

Manufacturer News 2 Jul

Volvo XC40 Recharge at an EV charge point

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Industry collaborates to counter electric car misinformation

More UK automotive industry organisations have joined the fight to counter misleading information which is a factor holding back some consumers from buying electric vehicles.

Market insight 2 Jul

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Executive View: Empowering dealer teams in the EV transition

Manufacturer national sales companies and franchised dealer groups must work harder at getting their staff comfortable with living with an electric vehicle themselves if they are to win over more mainstream customers, suggests Tom Carr, managing director at specialist automotive consultancy PHM.

Executive Views 16 Jun

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Hendy pop-up Ford EV showroom to visit Gunwharf Quays

A temporary electric vehicle (EV) showroom at Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth will aim to help local drivers make the switch to electric mobility.

Car dealer news 13 Jun

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Van driving licence changes come into effect

A change in driving licence rules for heavier electric vans came into force this week, bringing them into line with their lighter petrol and diesel counterparts.

Market insight 13 Jun

Hendy Group enhances customer experience with new app

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Buyers demand “less stick, more carrot” to drive EV uptake, says JudgeService

Financial incentives, not regulatory pressure, are what car buyers believe will finally spark a true retail shift to electric vehicles (EVs), finds JudgeService.

Market insight 5 Jun

Paul Burgess, chief executive of Startline Motor Finance

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Dealers say revised ZEV Mandate offers “breathing space” – but more action needed

More than half of UK car dealers believe the government’s revised Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate will create much-needed “breathing space” for electric vehicle (EV) sales

Market insight 4 Jun