The UK’s electric vehicle charging network has reached a major milestone, with new analysis from the Department for Transport (DfT) suggesting there are now more public EV chargers than petrol and diesel fuel pumps nationwide. According to the DfT, there were over 116,000 publicly available EV chargers across the UK at the start of 2026. By comparison, the department estimates there are around 61,000 fuel pumps, based on the number of petrol stations and average fuelling posi

Fleet electrification is set to accelerate throughout 2026 as a combination of policy pressure, growing infrastructure and new technology reshapes how businesses plan their transition. The biggest driver remains the UK’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, which requires manufacturers to increase the percentage of zero‑emission cars and vans they sell each year. This trajectory pushes EVs from a long‑term ambition towards an operational necessity for businesses, especially w

Despite mounting pressure to cut costs and reduce carbon emissions, many UK fleet operators continue to overlook retread tyres—a proven solution offering both financial and environmental benefits. Industry experts warn that this missed opportunity could undermine sustainability targets and increase operating costs. Retread tyres, which reuse the casing of worn tyres with a new tread, can reduce tyre costs by up to 30% and cut carbon emissions significantly compared to manufac

The Department for Transport (DfT) has officially opened a major consultation process, urging commercial fleet operators, including those managing HGVs, to submit their views on the future of autonomous vehicles (AVs). ​ The government is keen to understand how self-driving technology can be integrated safely and efficiently into the UK's strained logistics network. ​ The call for evidence comes just as major industry bodies, the Road Haulage Association (RHA) and Logistics U

Mercedes-Benz Trucks has taken another major step in electrifying its heavy-duty vehicle range by starting series production of the new eActros 400 at its Wörth plant in early December. The second generation of the eActros forms part of a broader rollout of electric truck variants scheduled to begin toward the end of 2025. These new models build on the technology platform of the eActros 600, which has been produced in series at Wörth since late 2024. By combining the eActros

Scania has reached a significant milestone in its 134-year history with the opening of a new global production hub in China. This development expands the company’s international manufacturing presence and places it at the centre of the world’s largest market for heavy-duty trucks. Located in Rugao, Jiangsu Province, the new site covers roughly 800,000 square metres and represents one of Scania’s most substantial investments worldwide. The facility has approval to produce up t

Volvo Trucks has launched the next evolution of its I-Roll system, now featuring an automatic engine stop/start capability — a first in the global heavy-duty truck market. This added function is designed to reduce fuel usage and lower CO₂ emissions, further supporting Volvo’s efforts to cut operational costs and lessen the environmental footprint of road transport. The introduction comes as Volvo Trucks continues to demonstrate measurable gains in fuel efficiency, highlighted