The Oxford Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) pilot scheme was launched earlier this year to help reduce pollution in a handful of city centre streets, with ‘non’ electric vehicles charged up to £10 a day to use those routes. If the reduction in pollution proves significant, other towns and cities in the UK may follow suit, …
Venson Automotive Solutions white paper demystifies green fuel alternatives Governments, businesses and individuals around the world are increasing their efforts to cut carbon emissions and meet new environmental targets. In the UK, incentives and investment are increasing rapidly, with private and public money now pouring into the research and development of alternative vehicle fuels – …
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As the fleet industry digests the government’s published Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy, Venson Automotive Solutions is calling upon decision-makers in Parliament to upscale its goal of having a minimum of 300,000 chargepoints in place by 2030 to at least 600,000, if fleets are to successfully and confidently transition to electrification. Alison Bell, Operations Director for Venson …
In a bid to plug tax revenue losses as a result of the UK’s electric vehicle (EV) transition, MPs on the Transport Committee are urging the Government to consider introducing a ‘pay-as-you-drive’ scheme using telematics technology1. However, according to research by Venson Automotive Solutions, this proposal does not win favour with motorists. Only 22% of …
Companies who are looking to adopt cleaner fleets are now facing a ‘postcode lottery’ for the cost of charging an electric vehicle. According to figures obtained by British Gas, 21 councils across England and Wales allow motorists to top up their batteries for free, yet in other areas drivers are charged up to £4 per …
Changes to the Highway Code are due to come into force on January 29 2022, pending approval from Parliament, which will give greater focus to the safety of vulnerable road users including pedestrians and cyclists*. However, research from Venson Automotive Solutions reveals that not all motorists support the proposed changes, believing they could create more …
Venson survey shows drivers fail to meet their eye test responsibilities As the DVLA campaigns for drivers to have “regular eye tests” to ensure they are not a risk on the road, a survey by Venson Automotive Solutions found that 40% of respondents have not had an eye test within the past two years – …
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Venson provides electric vehicle owners with practical advice on keeping vehicles moving this winter The latest figures from the SMMT confirm that electric vehicle uptake is accelerating, with 21,726 vehicles sold in November, equating to 18.8% of the market[1]. However, motorists embracing electrification for the first time need to consider the impact of harsh weather …
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Venson urges fleet managers to promote winter driving best practice as sub-zero temperatures loom Fleet management expert, Venson Automotive Solutions, is calling upon fleet managers to introduce or promote Winter Motoring Policies for company car and van drivers, as forecasters predict an Atlantic sub-zero blast will hit the UK at the end of the month. …
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Venson welcomes transport secretary’s plans for “iconic” EV charger roll out to boost EV adoption The COP26 announcement recognises continued consumer concern over the UK’s charging infrastructure Venson Automotive Solutions is applauding news that the UK government plans to roll out a new “iconic” electric car charger across the road network from 2022, with the ambition …
