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2032 end date for petrol and diesel vehicles recommended

In its annual report to Parliament, the Committee on Climate Change provides new advice to the government on delivering an economic recovery that accelerates the transition to a cleaner, net-zero emissions future.....read more

Charity calls on firms to join Business for Clean Air initiative

Environmental charity Global Action Plan has launched its Business for Clean Air Initiative, a voluntary initiative that signals a company's commitment to addressing air pollution, after growing public concern over poor air quality returning post lockdown.....read more

Trade unions back calls for UK hydrogen strategy

Four of the UK’s biggest unions are calling on the government to bring forward a hydrogen strategy to create and sustain thousands of green jobs.....read more

DPD to test LEVC range-extended electric van ahead of launch

Delivery firm DPD will be trialling van conversions of the LEVC range extender taxi - ahead of the VN5 van launch later this year - to see how they work on some routes where a fully electric van is not viable.....read more

£73.5 million for low carbon vehicle technology projects

Business Minister Nadhim Zahawi has announced ten projects which will share £73.5 million government investment to develop green technologies.....read more

FEATURES

Expert Panel: Logistics and Commercial Vehicles

Commercial vehicle operators have kept essential supplies flowing during the coronavirus pandemic. Our expert panelists Stuart Thomas from the AA, Natalie Chapman from FTA, and Andy Eastlake from LowCVP discuss what recognition and support the logistics industry should receive, especially when it comes to economic recovery and carbon reduction targets.....read more

Electric vans around the corner

As the push for clean air and carbon reduction continues, more manufacturers are electrifying their light commercial vehicles. Here’s our round-up of the electric vans soon to hit showrooms.....read more

GREENFLEET 365

GreenFleet 365 is delighted to bring you an online event, every fortnight, as we ease out of lockdown, helping you stay connected. Join us, OLEV, Crown Commercial Service, SMMT and National Grid, plus a gathering of experts, for the events that will help you continue to make the transition to a cleaner and more efficient transport operation. Fleet, transport, estates, facilities, environmental, sustainability and procurement professionals are invited to join us, FREE.....read more