Ford has warned that the UK’s push towards electric vans risks moving faster than many fleets can realistically manage, with charging downtime and infrastructure gaps creating growing operational and financial risks for businesses. The manufacturer says real‑world fleet data shows that most van operators would need to charge during the working day, potentially leading to lost productivity, higher running costs and increased exposure to operational disruption. Ford is now call

Iveco has revealed the world’s first road‑ready electric van that can charge wirelessly, both when parked and while driving. The new version of the Iveco eDaily has been fitted with technology that allows it to receive power from charging coils installed beneath the road surface, removing the need to plug in with a cable. The van has been developed for use on the A35 Brebemi motorway in northern Italy, where charging infrastructure has been built directly into the road. As th

Octopus Energy has launched a new service designed to make it easier for businesses to move their fleets over to electric vehicles, as more companies look to cut emissions and manage rising fuel costs. Called Octopus Fleet , the new offering brings together charging, payments and energy solutions in one place, aiming to remove some of the practical barriers that often slow down fleet electrification. The service is aimed at businesses at all stages of the transition, from tho