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Kia PV5 Cargo Review: An electric van that sets a new benchmark
1+ hour, 33+ min ago (673+ words) A Week with Kia's First Electric Van " the PV5 Cargo, reviewed by Ian Campbell First and lasting impression? This is a lovely-looking, futuristic van. It genuinely turns heads in a way vans simply don't, and that set the tone for a…...
Commercial Vehicle Decarbonisation Report reveals uneven progress
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (276+ words) Based on responses from 171 fleet operators, the report provides a detailed cross-sector analysis of decarbonisation efforts, examining the key barriers and drivers influencing the transition while assessing industry confidence in meeting the UK Government's emissions reduction targets. The findings show…...
Cubby Group onboards 250 Drivers onto DAVIS Platform
1+ day, 18+ min ago (576+ words) Multi-sector industrial group Cubby Group has successfully onboarded 250 company and grey fleet drivers onto the DAVIS (Driver and Vehicle Information Solutions) platform in just 14 days, enabling the business to complete a comprehensive fleet risk assessment while strengthening driver compliance and…...
Digital twin technology is transforming the automotive industry
1+ day, 1+ hour ago (346+ words) Inside the digital twin of BMW's assembly system, powered by Omniverse, an entire factory in simulation. Beyond vehicle development, digital twins are transforming automotive manufacturing. Modern factories generate vast amounts of operational data from machines, robots and production systems. By…...
Why poor charging experiences threaten fleet electrification goals
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (932+ words) For many fleet operators, the conversation around electric vehicles has moved beyond vehicle range and battery performance. The focus is increasingly shifting towards the practical realities of keeping vehicles charged, operational and productive throughout the working day. Conn Byrne, Executive…...
BYD launches new DOLPHIN Cargo e-Van
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (695+ words) BYD has expanded its commercial vehicle offering with the launch of the new DOLPHIN Cargo e-Van, a compact electric van designed to meet the growing demand for zero-emission fleet vehicles across the UK. Load Area. Image: BYD Based on the…...
How to plan EV charger installation at your site
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (892+ words) Installing EV charging infrastructure remains one of the biggest challenges businesses face when transitioning to electric vans. While the availability of electric commercial vehicles continues to improve, charging infrastructure planning is still a significant hurdle for many fleet operators. The…...
IVECO and Gruber Logistics launch EMPOWER electric truck trial
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (455+ words) IVECO and Gruber Logistics are set to begin real-world testing of a new battery-electric heavy-duty truck as part of the European EMPOWER project, marking a significant step towards scalable zero-emission freight transport. By validating battery-electric truck technology in real logistics…...
Motive unveil enhanced AI-powered fleet safety and operations platform
1+ week, 1+ day ago (838+ words) Motive, the AI platform for physical operations, has announced a major expansion of its technology platform at its annual Vision 26 innovation summit, introducing new AI-powered hardware and automation tools designed to improve fleet safety, productivity and operational efficiency. The latest…...
New driver training module highlights dangers of overhead cables
1+ week, 1+ day ago (459+ words) E-Training World has launched a new online driver training module designed to help HGV drivers recognise and manage the risks associated with overhead power cables. The training has been developed in response to the ongoing dangers posed by overhead cables…...