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We find out about the Metropolitan Police Service’s zero-emission fleet goal

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One-hundred inspiring people Welcome to the first GreenFleet of 2020, which is a special issue as it contains our GreenFleet 100 Most Influential list – our pick of the one-hundred people that have made the fleet, motoring and transport sector more environmentally-friendly. Compiling the list is both an inspiring and difficult thing to do. There is a vast amount of individuals that work tirelessly to reduce emissions in their sectors, and whittling them down to one-hundred is hard. There were a number of new entrants on the list, which meant some considerable movement. Read the list on page 25. The first magazine of the year is also an opportunity to look forward, and Dr Colin Herron from Zero Carbon Futures gives his predictions for electric vehicles for the year ahead on page 17. LowCVP gives us insight into WLTP emissions and fuel economy figures, showing how they should be used to enable drivers to make the right green car choices, on page 12.

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Contents GreenFleet 125 07 News

JANUARY 2020

Funding for on-street chargepoints doubled; Warwick to offer free parking for electric vehicles; £3.4 million for taxi wireless-charging trial; Islington Council starts vehicle-to-grid charging project

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HAULAGE & LOGISTICS

12 Fuel Economy Figures WLTP test figures should play a vital role in

STRIVING FOR ZERO-EMISSION What needs to happen for the logistics industry to achieve zero-emissions within the next few decades?

encouraging drivers to choose low or zero

NEWS

ELECTRIC TRUCKS

emission cars – but the majority are probably not aware of how these can help them

ROAD TEST

make a better-informed choice. To clear the confusion, LowCVP has published two new guides, which are summarised below

17 Electric Vehicles The growth of the electric car market will once again dominate the automotive headlines in 2020, but will supply capacity be able to meet demand and will we see consolidation and

News

Zero Carbon Futures’ managing director,

Mayor of London’s van scrappage scheme

Dr Colin Herron, takes a look at the year

doubled; Mitie celebrates 250th electric

ahead at some of the key emerging issues

vehicle; Hyundai, Kia and Arrival partner to develop electric vans; UPS and Trinity

18 Interview

College Dublin announce partnership

The Metropolitan Police Service has an end goal of having a fully zero emission fleet

21 25

48 Commercial GreenFleet:

by 2050. Air quality lead Seth Finkelstein

Haulage & Logistics

shares the Met’s current progress, as well

The logistics sector is determined to meet

as the challenges of reducing emissions

the government’s target of becoming a

from emergency service vehicles

zero-emission industry within the next few decades, but needs certain things to

21 Hydrogen

happen first. Rebecca Kite, environment

Hydrogen could be the clean fuel of choice in the future, given that it solves many of the barriers faced by electric vehicles. ITM

policy manager at FTA explains further

51 Commercial GreenFleet:

Power’s Dr Graham Cooley explains why fleets

Electric Trucks

should be keeping an eye on this fuel

The DAF CF Electric is being trialled by several

25 GF100 Most Influential 40

45 Commercial GreenFleet:

interoperability across charging technologies?

GreenFleet’s pick of the most influential people that have shaped the zero & low-carbon fleet industry over the year

40 Road Test:

Kia e-Niro 64kWh

companies and has driven 93,000 electric miles, which is almost four times around the world. We explore the truck in more detail

52 Commercial GreenFleet:

Ford Transit Trend Double Cabin-Van mHEV L3H2 Road Test Richard Gooding discovers that the re-

Kia’s second all-electric car, the e-Niro

engineered Ford Transit debuts segment-first

completes the electrified Niro range of models.

mild-hybrid technology and has undergone a

Richard Gooding discovers that the new arrival is

strict lightweight diet for improved efficiency

an affordable and practical long-range machine

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News

EV INFRASTRUCTURE

Funding for on-street chargepoints doubled Transport Secretary Grant Shapps has announced that government funding will be doubled to £10 million for the installation of chargepoints on residential streets next year. This means that charging and driving an electric vehicle will be easier, cheaper and more convenient in the future, with the Department for Transport also announcing new plans to make sure drivers can easily access real-time information about places to charge their electric car. As part of this, ministers will look at how real-time information could be published, showing whether chargepoints are in working order and currently in use, which could then be used by developers and incorporated into sat navs and route mapping apps. It is thought that the doubled funding will help

the installation of up to another 3,600 chargepoints across the country and make charging at home and overnight easier for those without an off-street parking space. Shapps said: “We want to make electric cars the new normal, and ensuring drivers have convenient places to charge is key to that. “By doubling funding again for chargepoints on streets where people live and opening up data we are helping drivers easily locate and use affordable, reliable chargepoints whether at home or on the road.” The UK now has one of the largest charging networks in Europe with

more locations where you can charge your car than petrol stations. READ MORE https://tinyurl.com/w38jndc

AUTONOMOUS VEHICLES

Autonomous transport pods begin UK public trials Autonomous pods, which could be used to provide mass driverless transport, have been tested on the public for the first time in Bristol. Trialled by infrastructure firm AECOM, which is working with partners including the Bristol Robotics Laboratory, the vehicle pods use sensors, radar and vision processing to navigate areas crowded with pedestrians, push-chairs and bikes. The project, called CAPRI, is seeing the first tests allowing members of the public to travel in the pods without any dedicated supervisor inside, with researchers studying their reaction to autonomous transport. It

is hoped that they could be used in cities across the UK to move people to venues, hailed by the public using an app. Trials on open public roads will take place later this year. George Lunt, technical director at AECOM, said: “With a number of environmental, efficiency and mobility benefits associated with connected and autonomous vehicles, there is great potential for the UK to enter a diverse range of international markets. However, for this idea to fully develop, it is vital the public are on board and

have the chance to experience a mobility service that can potentially transform the way they travel.” CAPRI is made up of 17 businesses and academic institutions including the University of the West of England, Bristol University and Heathrow Airport. It was awarded £35 million by The Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles (CAVs), the government department set up to support the early market for CAVs. READ MORE https://tinyurl.com/t8fo4wu

AIR QUALITY

Charging Clean Air Zone in Bath approved Bath & North East Somerset Council has provided the final green light for a charging Clean Air Zone (CAZ) for central Bath, which will now launch at the start of November. Cabinet members approved the final business case for the charging Clean Air Zone, which will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 367 days a year and will see charges of £100 per day for higher emission buses, coaches and HGVs, as well as £9 per day for higher emission taxis, private hire vehicles, minibuses, LGVs and vans to drive in the zone. The final business case will now be submitted to the government’s Joint Air Quality Unit for approval in February. This includes a request for a further £4.1 million to install the scheme at a total cost of £10 million after £5.95 million was advanced to the council for its design and development), and a significant bid for £14.2 million of capital to fund

the desired support and mitigations. Limited exemptions and concessions have been approved to support drivers of some non-compliant vehicles delivering important services, or with very hard-to-replace vehicles. These include organisations that provide community-based education, health or social care services, the emergency services and blue badge holders. Work to install the zone will now start in earnest with the aim of launching the zone on 4 November. Sarah Warren, cabinet member for Climate Emergency and Neighbourhood Services, said: “The aim of the charging zone is to urgently reduce high levels of NO2 pollution at several hotspots in the city, and create a cleaner, healthier environment for everyone who lives and works here. It’s particularly good news for asthma sufferers as exposure to high levels of NO2 can trigger attacks.

“We’ll see air quality improvements by 2021 at the latest, and the vehicle fleet improvements and changing habits that we expect to see as a result of the zone will mark a significant step in our journey towards tackling the climate emergency across the area.” READ MORE https://tinyurl.com/yx6agjyp

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Fuel economy# and CO2* results for the New Corsa range: Combined mpg (l/100km): 45.6 (6.2) – 70.6 (4.0). CO2 emissions: 99 – 85g/km. Fuel economy# and CO2* results for the Vauxhall Corsa-e 100KW (136PS). Mpg (l/100km): N/A. CO2 emissions: 0g/km. Electric range up to 209 miles (WLTP). The Corsa-e is a battery electric vehicle requiring mains electricity for charging. The range and electric consumption figures mentioned comply with the WLTP test procedure, on the basis of which new vehicles are type approved from 1 September 2018. They may vary depending on actual conditions of use and on different factors such as: speed, thermal comfort on board the vehicle, driving style and outside temperature. The charging time depends in particular on the power of the charger on board the vehicle, the charging cable and the type and power of the charging station used. Please contact your local Vauxhall Retailer for further information. #Fuel consumption figures are determined according to the WLTP test cycle. *CO2 emissions figures are determined according to the WLTP test cycle however, a Government formula is then applied to translate these figures back to what they would have been under the outgoing NEDC test cycle, which WLTP replaces. The correct tax treatment is then applied. Figures are intended for comparability purposes only. The fuel consumption you achieve under real life driving conditions and CO2 produced will depend upon a number of factors, including the accessories fitted after registration, variations in driving styles, weather conditions and vehicle load. Only compare fuel consumption and CO2 with other vehicles tested using the same technical procedures. For more information contact your local Vauxhall Retailer. †Zero % BiK applies to all vehicles registered after April 2020. Registrations prior to this date will be 16% BiK. Vauxhall Motors Limited does not offer tax advice and recommends that all Company Car Drivers consult their own accountant with regards to their own tax position. ^2019/2020 tax year. Please call 0330 587 8221 for full details. All figures quoted correct at time of going to press (January 2020).

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ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Warwick to offer free parking for electric vehicles A new green parking initiative is to be trialled in Warwick this Spring following the introduction of free parking permits for registered owners of fully electric vehicles in all Warwick District Council car parks. Forming part of the council’s new car parking fees structure, which will also see charges frozen at designated ‘Park & Stride’ car parks, full details for applying for the green parking permits for electric vehicles will be released in the next few weeks. In October last year, Warwick District

Council increased its fleet of electric vehicles to six, with the new vehicles enabling the council to significantly reduce its carbon footprint, saving 7.5 equivalent tonnes of CO2 from exhaust emissions each year. The authority is also working with partners on a number of initiatives, including more electric vehicle charging points in Council-owned off-street car parks, and the opportunity for electric bus routes. David Norris, the council’s Portfolio Holder for Neighbourhood Services, said: “In June 2019

our Council declared a ‘climate emergency’ in response to the need for significant and urgent action to reduce carbon emissions. The changes to our parking charges align the tariffs across our three towns and reflect our commitment to improving air quality, supporting town centre businesses and encouraging increased ownership of electric vehicles.” READ MORE https://tinyurl.com/sdd8tjw

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

HYBRIDS

£2 million invested in electric vehicles in Kirklees

Mid-2030s target for Subaru in EV pledge

Kirklees Council has agreed to invest £2 million in electric vehicles and charging points as part of its new ambitious plan to make the borough completely carbon neutral by 2038. Set to be at the forefront of electric vehicle infrastructure provision, the council’s cabinet approved a £1 million investment to install five new rapid charge points and 80-100 new fast charge points in public car parks and on-street to support residents and visitors to move towards electric vehicles. This will add to Kirklees’ current network which has three rapid chargers and 22 slow to fast chargers in the public domain, with a further 17 rapid chargers being installed in public locations by October 2021. Kirklees Council has also revealed that parking will also be free for hybrid and electric vehicles across the borough in a bid to encourage more people to drive them. The West Yorkshire local authority will also invest another £1 million to add 50 new electric vehicles to its fleet, complimenting the five small electric vans, 20 electric and 30 hybrid pool cars the council currently has in its fleet and the 24 small electric vans which

are already in the process of being procured. Naheed Mather, cabinet member for Greener Kirklees, said: “Climate change is already happening and action to address it is now an emergency. Cases of extreme weather such as heat waves and rainfall are having consequences already in Kirklees with issues such as moorland fires and flooding in particular affecting the region. “However, it’s not too late to prevent some of the very worst effects of climate change and we must act now. The council’s new long-term objective is to make Kirklees a carbon-neutral district by at least 2038. To help Kirklees achieve this we are making much needed investments in greener forms of travel and are encouraging people to switch to electric vehicles. We can only do this with everyone on-board so I urge people to read our plan and think about what you can do to improve our climate.” READ MORE https://tinyurl.com/y6mryjbj

EV INFRASTRUCTURE

Ionity network announces new pricing structure Charging network IONITY has announced a new pricing scheme across its network. IONITY, the joint venture between the BMW Group, Daimler AG, the Ford Motor Company, and the Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche, is announcing a kilowatt hour based pricing structure with effect from January 31st. Connected Mobility Service Providers (MSP) such as Audi e-tron Charging Service, Mercedes.Me.Charge, BMW ChargeNow, Porsche Charging Service and Volkswagen WeCharge offer attractive and bespoke packages for the use of IONITY’s European High Power Charging network. IONITY is also open to other MSP’s wishing to offer this network to their clients. Customers who do not have a contract with an MSP will be able to charge their

electric vehicles at all sites in IONITY’s network using a price-per-kilowatt-hour (kWh) format, at 67p–per kWh (gross price in country-specific currency). Michael Hajesch, CEO of IONITY, commented: “Looking at the accelerating run-up in electromobility, our new pricing scheme offers an economically viable and transparent pricing structure across Europe. Depending on their individual requirements our customers can use attractive charging offers from one of our cooperating Mobility Service Providers or choose to charge their vehicle directly with IONITY.” READ MORE tinyurl.com/ulwkdus

Subaru has set a target to sell only electric vehicles worldwide by the first half of the 2030s, in a move toward its long‑term goal of a carbon-free society. As reported by Reuters, the Japanese manufacturer plans to develop a ‘strong hybrid’ vehicle using Toyota technology, expected to debut later in the decade, to further supplement the mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid cars already in its lineup. Subaru is also reportedly developing an all-battery electric car with Toyota for release around the same time. Subaru said that by 2030 at least 40 per cent of its cars sold worldwide will comprise battery electric vehicles or hybrids. Tetsuo Onuki, chief technology officer, told a briefing: “Although we’re using Toyota technology, we want to make hybrids that are distinctly Subaru. It’s not only about reducing CO2 emissions. We need to further improve vehicle safety and the performance of our all-wheel drive.” Subaru has also announced that it’s popular compact crossover XV is now available with a new powertrain, the e-BOXER, which combines an electric motor with two of Subaru’s core technologies: the horizontally-opposed Boxer engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive. Built on the Subaru Global Platform, a cuttingedge re-design of the body and chassis, XV offers advanced safety performance and a dynamic driving experience. XV e-BOXER combines a 2.0 direct injection horizontally opposed petrol engine with an electric motor. A lithium-ion battery unit is mounted within the boot floor and allows for pure-electric driving at speeds of up to 25mph.

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News

HYBRIDS

PHEV versions of Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon on sale

LowCVP’s Andy Eastlake In a changing transport world, information is key Kia is expanding the line-up of its electrified models with the launch of Plug-in Hybrid versions of the all-new Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon. Each is powered by a 1.6-litre GDi engine combined with an electric motor and 8.9kWh battery pack to produce 139bhp and 265Nm of torque. The new powertrain combines a lithium-polymer battery pack, an electric motor, and an efficient 1.6-litre GDi (Gasoline Direct injection) engine. The powertrain’s total power and torque output are 139bhp and 265Nm. The powertrain is paired with a six-speed dual-clutch auto transmission (6DCT), ensuring a more enjoyable drive than other hybrid vehicles equipped with electronic continuously variable transmissions (e-CVT). Traditional e-CVT hybrids convert a portion of engine output through the electric motor, resulting in power losses from energy conversion. Kia’s six-speed dual clutch differs by allowing the full output of both the engine and motor to be transferred in parallel through the transmission, with minimal loss of energy. Standard regenerative braking technology allows the new Plug-in Hybrid models to harvest kinetic energy and recharge their battery packs while coasting or braking, further enhancing the overall efficiency of the powertrain. The instrument cluster features unique displays for the Plug-in Hybrid powertrain, displaying remaining charge levels, anticipated electric-only range and the flow of energy between the battery pack, engine and

electric motor. Standard on the Kia XCeed ‘First Edition’, Kia’s new fully‑digital 12.3-inch ‘Supervision’ instrument cluster is designed to deliver information as clearly as possible with a range of unique graphics displays. The high-resolution 1920x720‑pixel Supervision display replaces the conventional dials. The Ceed model line-up was engineered from the start to accommodate new hybrid powertrains. This means that the adoption of a Plug-in Hybrid powertrain in the Kia XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon has had a minimal impact on packaging, with the structure adapted from the start to contain the powertrain’s battery pack. The 8.9 kWh battery pack is located alongside the 37-litre fuel tank beneath the rear bench, unlike many other plug-in hybrid vehicles, in which the battery pack takes up valuable boot space. As a Plug-in Hybrid, the Ceed Sportswagon – the most practical iteration of the Ceed range – provides 437 litres of luggage space, and up to 1,506 litres with the 40:20:40 split‑fold rear seats folded down. Luggage capacity in the Kia XCeed Plug-in Hybrid is 291 litres, growing to 1,243 litres with the rear folded down. Both models will be available with a Towing Pack for towing trailers as standard – a rarity among cars in the hybrid class. The new Plug-in Hybrid models went on sale on 15 January 2020.

We’re living through a period of unprecedented change in transport and mobility solutions and even for someone who’s working every day (and, often, night!) on this agenda, it can be hard to keep up with the implications of the latest technological or policy shifts. Driven by the ever-growing need to tackle the climate heating and air quality imperatives - now to be enforced by the Net Zero statutory target - the pace of change is not going to slow down; in fact, change is coming fast and its pace is likely to surprise some. Keeping up with the latest information will be key to running a successful fleet operation, as it will to each individual’s choice of their next vehicle (or, indeed, whether to own one at all). Elsewhere in this publication there’s news of how LowCVP is helping to keep drivers informed and motivated about the financial and practical implications of their vehicle choices, encouraging the uptake of low and zero-emission cars. ‘Know your Fuel Costs’ and ‘Know your Electric Range’ are two simple guides which explain how the new WLTP test data offers more reliable, robust information on which to base those decisions. Earlier this month, we launched the report of the Electric Vehicle Energy Taskforce. LowCVP was the convenor and facilitator of the Taskforce which brought together an unprecedented collaboration of over 350 stakeholders from the energy and transport sectors to plan for the most effective integration of electric vehicles with the UK’s electricity system. The report shows that there are some big ‘wins’ available – for electric car drivers and for the efficiency and stability of the electricity grid – providing we manage the transition well. A critical part of making the transition successful is to ensure that electric vehicle buyers, and drivers, are as informed as possible about what it means for them and, crucially, how they would benefit. The report found that ‘smart charging’ could significantly cut the fuel costs of motoring (in some circumstances potentially to zero) while helping network operators successfully balance demand and supply on the grid and reducing the infrastructure-related costs of the transition. In order to access this potential, drivers (and fleet managers, of course) will need to understand the benefits of smart charging and how they can access them; which is why a big section of the report is dedicated to ‘winning consumers’ trust and confidence’, including a series of recommendations to inform consumers about EVs and associated smart charging products and services. You’ll be hearing a lot more about smart charging, particularly if you’ve already taken the first steps on the Road to Zero and introduced EVs to your fleet. But smart charging is only one of the important changes in road transport that vehicle owners and operators are going to need to understand and embrace. So my message is: stay tuned and keep your eyes peeled for what’s coming down the road. Only by doing so will you be able to maximise the benefits to you and your organisation of the changes ahead.

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Fuel Economy Figures

Help your drivers make the right green car choices WLTP test figures should play a vital role in encouraging drivers to choose low or zero emission cars – but the majority are probably not aware of how these can help them make a better-informed choice. To clear the confusion, LowCVP has published two new guides, which are summarised here It won’t have escaped your attention that choosing the ‘right’ car for your fleet has probably never been more challenging. Petrol or diesel? Mild hybrid, PHEV or fully electric? And for the ‘user chooser’, things are even more confusing thanks to the advent of Clean Air Zones, the WLTP fuel economy and emissions figures to grapple with, as well as the new company car tax regulations on the horizon. Combine this with a healthy dose of scepticism for the manufacturers’ past economy and emission claims and it is perhaps not surprising that many drivers now find themselves bewildered and confused by what lies ahead and the decisions they should take. There is a danger that, far from encouraging the switch to lower emission vehicles, this uncertainty and lack of confidence leads

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of how far your fuel will take you and how much it could cost in a particular car. The WLTP test also accounts for manufacturer options like larger wheels or a heavy panoramic roof – while they look great, they can adversely affect fuel economy. This means there’s no nasty surprises. Put simply, the WLTP test gives you more realistic information so you can be a smarter car buyer and pick the most fuel efficient new car for you.

Fuel Economy Figures

LowCVP guides for drivers To help overcome this and stimulate the uptake of low emission cars, the Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership have produced two simple guides for drivers: Know your Fuel Costs and Know your Electric Range. LowCVP’s Managing Director, Andy Eastlake, commented: “Accelerating the move to low and zero-emissions transport can only happen if consumers have confidence in the new technologies they are being offered and understand how these will perform for the journeys they drive – yet too many are still sceptical about the improved fuel economy and electric range capabilities of the latest cars and have little faith in the official numbers. The importance of the new WLTP figures in helping consumers choose the right car and changing their behaviour really can’t be underestimated.” Above all else, these LowCVP guides are designed to help drivers make the most of the more reliable, robust information that’s now available by also thinking about their own journeys and true mileage. They may then be surprised how well the latest low or zero emission vehicles could fit into their lives and the savings on offer. Department for Transport statistics show that 98 per cent of car journeys are less than 50 miles – which could easily be 50 all-electric zero emission miles for many.

What is WLTP? WLTP stands for the ‘Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure’. It’s the new globally recognised official lab test for measuring a new car’s fuel economy, electricity consumption, electric range and emissions, and replaces the previous NEDC test.

Know your fuel costs The improved WLTP fuel economy test uses more sophisticated testing techniques, tougher procedures and ‘real world’ driving styles to better reflect how we drive today. The fuel economy figures are based on four different journeys (city, town, rural and motorway) which you can compare to the way you drive to get a more reliable idea

The LowCVP guides are designed to help drivers make the most of the more reliable information that’s available by also thinking about their own journeys and mileage

Why has WLTP been introduced? The old NEDC test was introduced over 25 years ago, and is actually based on original principles from the 1970s. As you’d expect, times have changed and there have been big advances in car technology, testing procedures and how we now drive. The WLTP test reflects these changes, to give you a far more representative and useful indication of a car’s fuel economy, emissions or electric range. How realistic are the new WLTP figures? If you drive carefully in ideal conditions, it should be possible to achieve the WLTP fuel economy figures. However, there’s no lab test that can 100 per cent reflect real-world driving conditions and behaviour, so there will always be some differences. E

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Are these range figures accurate? The WLTP combined electric range figure is an average, worked out in a laboratory measuring different types of journey, from urban to motorway. Of course, the journeys that you take in your day to day life won’t be exactly the same each time: every day is different when you drive. So while the figures are clearly achievable, the range on your individual journey might be different.

 How do they work out a new car’s electric range? All official range figures for electric vehicles come from the new WLTP test. The test measures fuel economy, electricity consumption, electric range

How can I get more range from my electric car? Things like road and weather conditions, congestion, passengers, and driving style – even the combined weight of the options you choose for your car – all affect your electric range. Driving at lower speeds means your charge will go further – high speed motorway driving will reduce your range. And because electric vehicles don’t have engine heat to draw on, using

An EV comes with an official electricity consumption figure. This tells you how far it will take you using one unit of electricity, expressed as ‘miles per kWh’. This will help you compare different electric cars

heaters in winter or air conditioning in summer will also reduce your range. Also, just as in a petrol or diesel car, fast and aggressive driving – pulling away quickly and braking hard, overtaking fast and making sudden changes in speed – will lower your range too.

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and emissions using more sophisticated testing techniques and tougher procedures. It’s based on the types of journeys and the way we drive today, giving you more realistic and reliable information.

Can I use this to work out my cost per mile? An all-electric car comes with an official electricity consumption figure. This tells you how far it will take you using one unit of electricity, expressed as ‘miles per kWh’. You can compare different electric cars using this figure. If you know the price of the electricity that‘s charging your car, then it’s simple to work out the cost per mile, too. What do the range figures mean? There are two official WLTP electric range figures. ‘WLTP combined electric range’ (or ‘all electric range’) is an average across all four WLTP test cycles (‘low’= city driving; ‘medium’= town; ‘high’= rural; ‘extra high’= motorway). You might notice this is lower than the old NEDC figure – that’s simply because it’s more accurate. The other figure you’re likely to see is ‘WLTP city electric range’, which only uses the low (city) and medium (town) test cycles. L FURTHER INFORMATION To download the full Know Your Fuel Guide and Know Your Electric Range Guide, visit bit.ly/2uwy0NC

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The year 2020 is a significant year for our industry. Not only because we’re entering the new decade, but because it was the year that many believed we would see electric cars make it into the mainstream. Many countries and large cities had set ambitious targets for EV registrations for the year ahead. But what is the reality? One thing is for sure – the industry has changed at a rapid rate over the last decade. Ten years ago, we were installing some of the very first charge points in the UK. We struggled to find suppliers for rapid charge points and the majority of the original estate were 3kW posts with three-pin plugs. Back in 2010, the vehicle choice for consumers was limited to just a handful of early models and EV registrations were negligible. Fast forward ten years and in some ways the transition has been phenomenal: more makes and models, longer ranges and high-powered charging. However, electric cars as mainstream? I don’t think we’re close. Certainly the world hasn’t come close to meeting some of the targets set for EVs. Here’s what I think will be dominating the industry over the year ahead. Clean air zones London has bravely led the way in the UK and Europe on the introduction of clean air zones. Its ultra low emission zone came into force in 2019 and tougher standards for heavy vehicles will be coming into play in October 2020. Cities such as Glasgow, Leeds and Birmingham have all declared their aspirations for some form of clean air zones this year with many more undertaking consultations on the topic. Such zones are certainly going to be high on the agenda for many cities as local authorities are tasked with clearing up the air in their areas. Whilst we see this as a major step forward to encouraging low carbon vehicle adoption, there are still many unanswered questions that stand in the way. Posing a significant challenge to any policy is most importantly the lack of available technology. Especially considering vehicle types such as HGVs, long distance coaches and even bin lorries which poses a significant threat to the successful implementation of

Consolidation and interoperability There’s still many players in the market and confusion still reigns with EV drivers. The rollout of contactless charging will go some way such zones. I am not sure we will see the to support a more consolidated network but answer to this one in 2020 and I hope local as this applies only to rapids we’ve still got a authorities take care to make the correct long way to go. In talking to electric vehicle decisions that work for their local area and is drivers through recent market research in based on vehicle availability and technology. the North East of England, drivers are telling us that the multitude of access Vehicle supply cards and apps is still one of 2020 is definitely the year where the the biggest bugbears for rate of release of pure-electric We exp them. More so when cars will be accelerated. We’ll that 20 ect they travel across the be seeing manufacturers UK. Drivers expect roll out new models be ano 20 will the same ease of across a wide range of of merg ther year access as they would price brackets and with e r s and bu outs wh when paying for far bigger ranges. The y i c petrol or diesel and likes of which until now the wa h will pave y for a they’re not getting have been limited to the m o interop that at present. luxury end of the market. erable re We do expect that The stimulus for this has n e twork 2020 will be another definitely come from the year of mergers and new EU emissions regulations buy-outs which will pave in 2020 which provides a super the way for a more interoperable credit allowing electric vehicles to count network across the UK, reducing the twice towards the overall manufacturer’s number of players in the space. L fleet average emissions. This will drop over subsequent years so I think we’ll see many manufacturers making the most of this next FURTHER INFORMATION year with a focus on 2020 registrations. www.zerocarbonfutures.co.uk However, whilst this means that consumer choice is increasing, we must exercise some caution when it comes to the impact that this will have on accelerating EV take-up. The manufacturing capacity is what is important. Even at full volume, European plants will struggle to keep up with demand. I think we’ll see waiting lists for many of the new models and I am not convinced that we’ll see a step-change in registrations in 2020. Charging infrastructure Last year the number of charge points in the UK continues to grow at an exponential, if uncoordinated, rate. With the emergence of the private sector in this space, one of the biggest questions over 2020 is the role that local authorities have to play in infrastructure roll-out. When demands on council budgets and resources are increasingly pressured, how best can areas take a measured view to

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The growth of the electric car market will once again dominate the automotive headlines in 2020, but will supply capacity be able to meet demand and will we see consolidation and interoperability across charging technologies? Zero Carbon Futures’ managing director, Dr Colin Herron, takes a look at some of the key emerging issues in the year ahead

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infrastructure provision? The private sector has become focussed on rapids, hubs and filling stations whereas there is still a need for public, fast street chargers. We believe that local authorities should focus on the social need, for example in areas that will not be of immediate interest to commercial operators. Identifying needs for individual user types such as taxi drivers; council fleets and of course supporting the future charging need of those without access to home charging must be the focus. The question of street charging provision vs hubs will be a key area (battleground) to watch. We expect to see this question raised more in our work with towns and cities and will be supporting them to take a more measured, data-led view on this topic.

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Cleaning up the Met’s fleet

the ability to perform to a certain standard in abnormal situations within demanding environments. To this end, some of our vehicles are not ready to be transferred from fossil fuel as yet due to limitations with current technology and what’s available. However, the progression in technology is moving forward quickly and we anticipate that the standards and capabilities we require of vehicles will be met as the alternatively The Metropolitan Police Service has an end goal of having a fully fuelled vehicle industry advances. zero emission fleet by 2050. Air quality lead Seth Finkelstein Furthermore, we provide a round-theclock service, so we have to ensure that shares the Met’s current progress, as well as the challenges of there is appropriate fleet available at all reducing emissions from emergency service vehicles times and that the fleet is in the right location. To ensure this happens, we What do you make of the Mayor compliant with emission requirements. have to make sure that there is adequate of London’s clean air measures? Furthermore, with the ULEZ expanding refuelling infrastructure available to support I fully support the Mayor’s vision to make to the North and South circular in 2021, these alternatively fuelled vehicles. London a zero carbon city by 2050 with the we are already 76 per cent compliant This leads into our other big challenge aim for London to have the best air quality with our current in-scope vehicles. around the refuelling of these vehicles, of any major global city. There are plans to whether that’s electrical charging or access combat air pollution in many ways beyond Being a blue-light service, to hydrogen fuel. In regards to charging motor vehicles, but the immediate measures what are the particular plug-in vehicles, we are trying for the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) Fleet challenges you to install internal vehicle Services unit to address is the introduction have to consider charging capability within A lot of of ultra-low emission zones (ULEZ). I support when adopting an estate that contains our veh the implementation of these zones, ensuring alternatively a lot of old buildings unique icles have that the most polluted areas are addressed fuelled cars? that have limited first. Of course with any major initiative, there Our biggest challenge electrical capacity require specification ments a will always be some trials and tribulations but is that any alternatively and limited space in nd mus be able I don’t think anyone would argue with the fuelled cars we adopt car parks. In terms of t overall objective of improving our air quality cannot impact on hydrogen fuel, there well in to perform deman and the subsequent health benefits for us our ability to perform are only a handful ding environ and future generations. operational duties. of refuelling stations m e n ts With a lot of hard work, we’ve been really A lot of our vehicles that are available to successful in this area as all of our in-scope have unique specification us, so that has limited vehicles based in the ULEZ are 100 per cent requirements and must have the amount of hydrogen

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vehicles we can incorporate into the fleet and severely restricts the locations that these vehicles can be based. How did you make the business case for electric vehicles? We work closely with MOPAC (Mayor’s Office of Policing and Crime) and the GLA (Greater London Authority) to ensure that we are meeting standards and targets, while not negatively impacting on operational policing requirements. We are all supporting the Mayor’s air quality, and wider environmental, strategy, so there has been no resistance as we are all working towards the same objectives. Internally, our senior leaders also support the overall objective and are very supportive of the adoption of alternatively fuelled vehicles, with the acknowledgment that it cannot be to the determent of operational policing. Again, lots of hard work has been completed so far to ensure that environmental and policing objectives are being met, with the knowledge that this hard work hasn’t stopped and will continue for years to come. How are your electric and hybrid vehicles being used and charged? A portion of our hybrid vehicles are being used as response vehicles, meaning they are livered with MPS logo/reflecting stickers, lights, sirens, etc, and attend emergency calls. Another portion of our hybrids, along with our fully electric cars, are used as general purpose vehicles. These vehicles are used to support officers when conducting investigations, visiting witnesses or victims of crime, or other non-emergency events. There are also fully electric vans on the fleet that our forensics unit uses and some electric scooters that are used by our Roads and Transport Policing Command unit. The majority of our charging is conducted within MPS premises. At the moment, we have over 200 charging points across the estate with ongoing work that continues to increase that number. All of our plug-in vehicles also have the capability to use public charge points as well, both locally and nationally. How is the trial of hydrogen vehicles going? The trial of hydrogen vehicles is going well. We had an 18 month trial of hydrogen scooters

not too long ago and we currently have 21 hydrogen cars on the fleet. There has been really good feedback around the performance of these vehicles and they’re great environmentally as they are zero emission and the only exhaust product is water vapour. I do see a future for this type of fuel/vehicle, but only if the refuelling infrastructure is there. At the moment, there are a limited number of refuelling stations and for this technology to really have a future, the infrastructure needs to be developed. What are your future aims when it comes to your fleet? Our immediate aims are to ensure that we are fully compliant with emission standards for our current in-scope vehicles within the North/ South circular by 2021 when the ULEZ expands (as mentioned previously, we are currently at 76 per cent) and that our entire fleet meets required emissions standards by October 2023. We also have targets to see that our entire general purpose fleet (circa 800 cars) all zero emission capable by 2025, that all new cars and vans are zero emission capable from 2025, all heavy-load vehicles being fossil fuel-free from 2030, all new cars and vans to be zero emission from 2030, and have a fully zero emission fleet by 2050. What advice would you give other police forces considering adopting electric vehicles? I think the key areas would be infrastructure, allocation of vehicles, and change champions. Regarding infrastructure, ensure there are

charging points already installed, or expected to be installed, before the vehicles arrive. Public charging is a good back-up plan, but has various logistical complications. Having use of dedicated chargers is a must. Having them ready to use eases the implementation of the vehicles. Not only in terms of fully electric, but hybrids as well. You’ll find that the majority of users want to plug in the vehicle even if the vehicle can run on fossil fuel. It’s something new/different and they want to test it out. To land these types of vehicles is a culture change and if you don’t provide the users with all the components up front, they may start to form a negative opinion from the off and have a reluctance to use them. Experience also shows that it can take a lot longer than you think to install a charging point. It’s not as simple as putting a charger on a wall. There are various factors that have to be taken into account such as, logistical space of the parking bay(s), source of electricity, current electrical capacity on the premises, UKPN approval, and so on. Regarding the allocation of vehicles, it is really important that the amount and use of electric vehicles is conducive with the locations receiving them. Quick analysis should be conducted around what the vehicle is being used for, the miles it does on a daily/weekly basis, and ratio of vehicles to chargers. Are vehicles being used 24/7 or can they do a slow charge all night? All that needs to be taken into account to ensure there is a right balance of vehicles allocated to each location. Having staff act as change champions on-site where these vehicles are based is extremely valuable. These should be people who are really proactive around this new technology. They can not only help promote the use of electric vehicles, but quickly become ‘experts’ in the best way to use the vehicle (i.e. depending upon the model and features, there are different modes and ways to drive that will get the best out of the vehicle) and share that knowledge with their colleagues. Change champions can also be a local SPOC for any issues that arise and look out for bad practices (e.g. misuse of charging cables) and any residual health and safety issues (e.g. cables creating trip hazards) and address them quickly. L FURTHER INFORMATION www.met.police.uk

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Heavy vehicle refuelling Heavy vehicles carry large loads across long distances and often operate for many hours per day. They have a high fuel consumption per mile and so must store a substantial amount of energy onboard, but without compromising their payload capacity. Furthermore many heavy vehicles operate in return-to-depot mode, where multiple vehicles must be refuelled quickly in time for the next shift. FCEVs and hydrogen can satisfy each of these technical and business requirements. Therefore by locating hydrogen refuelling stations at depots, a seamless transition to zero emissions transport can be achieved for operators of buses, coaches and trucks.

There are many advantages to the Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV) over a plug in Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV). The first point to make is that they are both electric vehicles, the key difference is the way that the energy is transferred to the vehicle. BEVs store the energy in a battery, and increased range requires more batteries, which makes the vehicles heavier and less efficient. Increasing the range of a FCEV is

achieved by making the hydrogen tank bigger which has only a small effect on the weight. The result is that hydrogen vehicles have a much longer range and can also be easily configured for heavy duty vehicles such as buses and haulage vehicles. Refuelling time is also a key advantage of hydrogen electric drivetrains. Most FCEV can be refuelled in three minutes under the SAE J2601 refuelling protocol. This

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Fleet refuelling Operating a fleet of vehicles in a confined geography requires vehicles to be refuelled rapidly whenever required. Fleet business models rely on each vehicle being ready to go on-time each day and so they must be capable of being refuelled quickly. Then when in operation commercial drivers cannot afford to stop and wait for lengthy periods of time while their vehicles are being reenergised. Therefore FCEVs and hydrogen refuelling provide the key solution for fleets (e.g. taxis, delivery vans, emergency vehicles, car hire companies, and utility companies).

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allows for fuel forecourt dispensing since the refuelling takes a similar time to petrol and diesel. Even with fast chargers, residing on forecourts for 30 mins is impractical and so charging is likely to be at home.

Hydrogen production Perhaps the most significant future benefit of hydrogen is the effect on our existing infrastructure. Hydrogen produced by electrolysis (splitting water) can be used to store renewable power and to balance the electricity network (by using electrolysers that can be turned on and off rapidly) providing sub-second grid balancing services. The energy is, therefore, exported from the grid in a managed way by the grid operators (at the right time) rather than by the car owner. This is possible because hydrogen can be easily stored. Also, the electrolysers are connected to the medium voltage network which has overcapacity rather than plugging in BEVs to the low voltage network (at home) which is extremely expensive to reinforce because it is under the ground, The efficiency and cost of electrolysis has also changed markedly over the past few years as volumes have increased. Electrolytic hydrogen made onsite now has cost parity with petrol and diesel in many parts of the world including the UK. In summary, the customer gets rapid refuelling and long range and the network has a smoother transition; thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s why so many global OEMs are launching FCEVs. L FURTHER INFORMATION www.itm-power.com

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100 Sathish Sethuraman Travel Plan Co-ordinator, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust As the driving force behind the Trust’s sustainable transport success, Sathish was recently announced as the individual making a difference at the Trust’s 2019 Building a Caring Future Staff Awards.

99 Gary Savage UK Managing Director, Mercedes/Smart Gary continues to lead Mercedes and Smart forwards in the UK, with its range of plug-in hybrids and newly launched electric EQC 4MATIC.

98 Amanda Lyne Chair, European Hydrogen Association and MD of Ulemco Angela Pisanu, editor, GreenFleet

Welcome to the fourth GreenFleet 100 Most Influential list. Despite a year of political and economic uncertainty, the fleet, transport and automotive sectors have forged ahead and achieved remarkable reductions in harmful emissions. This is thanks to the dedication and hard work of individuals that have driven a positive change. The GreenFleet 100 Most Influential is a chance to appreciate this excellent work and look back at the people that have shaped the zero and low-carbon fleet industry over the past year. This year we have taken out government ministers; while they may be the ones setting policy changes, it is how the industry reacts to such changes that should be recognised and applauded. When compiling the list, we once again wished we could go beyond one hundred, so vast was the amount of impressive people dedicated to environmentally-friendly transport. There are number of new entrants on the list, which has meant some considerable movement. Many of the new entrants are award-winners from the 2019 GreenFleet Awards. These include Seth Finkelstein from the Metropolitan Police Service, who is leading the Met on its quest to have a zero emission fleet by 2050; and Graham Thomas from Ocado, who is responsible for the online supermarket’s alternativelly-fuelled truck work, including investing £3 million in a natural gas refuelling station to power its 29 CNG biomethane trucks. There is also a handful of energy providers on the list, with many working in partnership with manufacturers, charge point providers and end-users to complete the green transport cycle. In addition, we’ve included a ‘Sector Top Three’ list, to show who the top influencers are within their sector. Congratulations to those on the list. For consideration on next year’s list, upload your nominations to gf100.greenfleet.net/form/submissions

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Having spent over ten years in the hydrogen and fuel cell technology industry, Amanda is a fountain of knowledge on the fuel. She is chair of the UK Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association and MD of ULEMCo.

97 Mark Barrow Fleet Manager, Central Transport Unit, City of Swansea Council Mark manages Swansea Council’s 40 Peugeot Partner Electric vans – which is believed to be the biggest EV fleet for a Welsh local authority.

96 David Burke Specialist Sales Executive - Gas, Scania GB David’s specialist knowledge of gas as an alternative fuel has lead to many high profile customers adopting gas trucks, such as Waitrose.

95 NEW Laurence Drake Managing Director, DAF Trucks Laurence Drake took on the role of Managing Director in September 2019. DAF was commended in the 2019 GreenFleet Awards for its trucks that can run on cleaner fuels such as gas-to-liquid and biofuels.

94 Rob Lindley Managing Director, Mitsubishi The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has undergone revisions in 2019 to make it even more competitive. 2019 also saw Mitsubishi announce a partnership with OVO Energy to offer innovative green solutions to its customers.

93 NEW Simon King Fleet and Procurement Director, Mitie Simon has big EV ambitions for the company, having joined the EV100 initiative, achieved Go Ultra Low status, and signed the Clean Van Commitment.

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92 NEW Philip Fjeld CEO of CNG Fuels Philip is helping commercial fleets meet net zero targets, with its-soonto-be-complete network of large public-access Bio-CNG stations. The company also has plans to become the UK’s first supplier of carbon neutral fuel for HGVs using manure.

91 Dr Graham Cooley CEO, ITM Power Graham joined ITM Power as CEO in 2009 and leads the company in addressing the UK’s energy challenges through power-to-gas energy storage and hydrogen fuel. ITM has just received a £38M investment by global gas specialist Linde Gas to work together in offering a green supply of hydrogen into many markets.

90 NEW John Watkins Executive Chairman, Trakm8 2019 saw Trakm8 further expand its products and solutions to make fleets safer and more efficient. This included adding advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to the RH600 telematics camera, which include the ability to monitor distracted driving or driver drowsiness.

89 Hannah Collishaw Director, E.ON Drive UK Hannah is leading E.ON’s roll out of charge points in the UK. In October, the company opened its first ultra-fast charging point in the UK, at Birmingham Armada.

88 Norman Harding Corporate Fleet Manager, London Borough of Hackney Norman tackles emissions-reduction with creativity, using HVO biodiesel from waste cooking oil as a fuel for HGVs, as well as embracing electric vehicles and bikes for staff travel.

87 Andy Barratt Managing Director, Ford of Britain The Transit Custom Plug-in Hybrid has kicked off Ford’s EV efforts and has lead them to win What Van?’s Green Manufacturer of the Year award.

86 NEW Chris Lane Fleet Manager, University of Birmingham Chris is GreenFleet’s current Public Sector Fleet Manager of the Year. During 2019, the university had achieved its objective of 40% of the fleet being alternatively fuelled vehicles by 2020 – a year early. E

As we move into a new year and a new decade, it’s time to up the ante in terms of our commitment to tackling climate change and making the fleet industry greener than ever before. GreenFleet and LDV UK & Ireland have a shared goal in the decarbonisation of the motoring industry and thankfully, many of the names in this issue, and those reading this right now, share our goal. By working together, I believe that our mission for 2020 and beyond is wholly achievable. It is for this reason that LDV is pleased to support GreenFleet’s Special 100 Most Influential Guide to Zero Emissions. As an industry, we can collaboratively support governmentlead action plans on carbon emissions and with the general election behind us, we can now focus on what the next step is in our goal for a low-carbon motoring industry. Now is the time to push our newly elected leaders to stay committed to the UK Government’s Carbon Emissions deadline for 2050. The next 10 years are crucial to the success or failure of that commitment. But we also need to look amongst ourselves as fleet managers, vehicle manufacturers and company figures and ask, what more can we do? As one of the few OEM manufacturers that can provide a full EV van fleet right now, we can and are helping organisations, businesses and individuals make that all-important switch to greener motoring. Manufactured by SAIC and distributed in the UK and Ireland by Harris Automotive Distributors, LDV is leading the charge for greener motoring in the UK and Ireland. LDV’s zero-emission EV80 range is available in four variations, including panel van, chassis cab, crew van and minibus – allowing businesses of all sizes and in all sectors decarbonise their fleet and help future proof their businesses. LDV’s newest edition to the EV fleet, the smaller e Deliver 3, is the first vehicle in our EV range to be manufactured as a zero-emission fully electric vehicle only and will be available to order from 2020. You can find out more about LDV’s EV range and the Go Ultra Low grant scheme at www.myldv.co.uk. FURTHER INFORMATION www.myldv.co.uk

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Celebrating the most innovative and influential people in the green fleet industry The GreenFleet 100 is a great reminder of how far we have come in the past 12 months, celebrating the most innovative and influential people working to build a better future for us all. There is such a huge amount of passion and potential in our industry; it is important that we continue to nurture and develop the leaders of tomorrow. 2020 is going to be another exhilarating year of change. The electric vehicle offering has never been broader, with a huge range of cars to choose from. The electric van market is really starting to take off – and we will even see trials of all-electric trucks this year. Charging infrastructure continues to grow and the stakeholders are starting to come together to make it bigger, better and easier to use. Initiatives like the JUICE joined-up infrastructure conference and exhibition, which we were proud to sponsor last year, show the appetite for collaboration between energy companies, charge point providers and fleets. The launch of the EV Energy Taskforce this month is the embodiment of this partnership approach – and it has made some bold recommendations to Government. It’s now up to the politicians to listen, understand and act on those proposals. Joined-up thinking on EVs is at the heart of The Algorithm People, as it is data which joins the dots between fleet operations, charging infrastructure and vehicles. Our software enables you to identify the routes and vehicles most suitable for electrification, based on the performance of EVs which are already available. More importantly, once you have purchased EVs, we ensure that you make the best possible use out of them. We can help you build a solid business case for investing in EVs now, by accurately modelling your environmental and financial return on investment. So if you’re investing in EVs this year, talk to us first.

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85 Edward Kulperger Senior Vice President, Europe, Geotab 

Geotab has launched its Electric Vehicle Suitability Assessment tool (EVSA) which identifies which existing vehicles are a good fit for electrification, suggests suitable EV replacement models and quantifies how much can be saved in money and emissions.

84 Nicholas Brownrigg CEO, Alphabet Nicholas continues to take Alphabet forward as one of the UK’s leading providers of zero and ultra-low emission mobility providers, with the company managing around 650,000 leased cars and light commercial vehicles.

83 NEW Helen Lees Head of Electric Vehicles and Connected Services, Groupe PSA UK Helen leads Groupe PSA’s electrification strategy in the UK, which will see 15 electrified vehicles launched across all brands in the Groupe PSA portfolio in the next two years.

82 NEW Graeme Jenkins Head of Fleet & Remarketing, Suzuki GB Suzuki is GreenFleet’s current City Car Manufacturer of the Year, recognised for its self-charging 12 Volt Hybrid system fitted as standard on all Ignis models with manual transmission as well as two models from the Swift range, also with manual transmission.

81 NEW Tim Laver Managing Director, ALD UK Not only does ALD Automotive work alongside customers to embed EVs into their fleets, two thirds of its own fleet are PHEVs.

80 David George Director, MINI UK Putting Brexit complications aside, MINI is producing its new electric vehicle in its Oxford plant, with deliveries starting in March 2020.

79 Mike Potter CEO, DriveElectric & Crowd Charge DriveElectric has always strived to push the boundaries of electric-mobility, having first started working with electric vehicles in 2008 and recently having completed the Electric Nation project to test smart charging.

78 Matthew Morgan Operations Director, The Phoenix Works Commended for both Charging & Refuelling Infrastructure Provider and Industry Innovation at the 2019 GreenFleet Awards, the Phoenix Works continues to impress with its commitment to making charging electric vehicles easy and convenient.

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Using his extensive knowledge of greener transport gained at Islington Council, Chris is helping London Ambulance Service reduce its emissions, which is a huge undertaking given that ambulances have to work long shifts, power life saving electrical equipment, and be able to get to emergencies without any challenges.

76 Nicole Fletcher Head of Sustainable Development, London Fire Brigade Nicole continues to lead on the delivery of sustainability across the London Fire Brigade, including facilitating the development of an Ultra Low Emission Fleet programme and delivery of charging infrastructure across the estate.

75 Paul Balmont and Richard Falconer Directors, Co-Wheels In 2019, Co-Wheels stepped up its rollout of EVs – with new fleets going into Oxford and Bristol, as well as EVs across Scotland thanks to its partnerships with Housing Associations. Co-wheels also provides low carbon pool fleet management for numerous organisations.

74 Colin Ferguson Chief Executive Officer, The Algorithm People The Algorithm People was launched in April 2019 by Colin, who pioneered the use of algorithms in the fleet sector with his last company Route Monkey. The Algorithm People has now secured £500,000 of investment to develop ‘My Transport Planner’, which allows organisations to increase vehicle utilisation, cut costs and reduce emissions.

73 Sytse Zuidema CEO, New Motion Shell-owned EV charging operator NewMotion has reached more than 100,000 charge points in its roaming charging network in Europe. The company works with over 200 roaming partners to build this network, allowing EV drivers to roam seamlessly across 28 countries in Europe.

72 Nigel Morris EV Integration Manager, Active Build Centre, University of Swansea Nigel has developed the electric vehicle fleet at Swansea University which is now 70% fully electric. Nigel is now working at the university’s Active Build Centre, which generate enough energy from solar PV to be self sufficient and provide 24,000 EV miles from the surplus.

71 Alexis Percival Environmental & Sustainability Manager, Yorkshire Ambulance Trust Alexis continues to be the go-to person for expertise on greening emergency-service vehicles. Yorkshire Ambulance Trust is the first ambulance service in the world to introduce hydrogen-electric vans into its fleet and has 109 ambulances with roof solar panels.

70 Dr Ben Lane Director, Next Green Car & Zap-Map Ben’s co-founded company Zap Map is seen as the authority on the public charging infrastructure, giving accurate data on charge locations. In 2019, Zap Map introduced voice command on Google Assistant, and in 2020 wants to go further by integrating with open in-car dash systems Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. These features follow the success of Zap Map’s route planner which helps EV drivers plan longer journeys and ZapHome, a network of private charging locations owned by households and businesses who have chosen to share electricity with other Zap-Map registered drivers.

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77 Chris Rutherford Fleet Commercial Manager, London Ambulance Service NHS Trust

69 NEW Gavin Jones Head of Fleet Corporate Service, Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) Fleet Gavin Jones fills the newly created role of head of fleet corporate service at Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) Fleet. The new role has been created to further support VWFS Fleet’s commitment to develop best in class customer service as well as enhancing its key supply partnerships.

68 NEW Andrew Doyle Director, Audi UK The arrival of the e-tron has spearheaded Audi’s move into all-electric mobility. With a 95kWh battery, a 248-mile range and the ability to fast charge at 150kW charging points, the luxurious SUV is a sign of things to come from the German company.

67 NEW Andrea Mckenzie Fleet Co-ordinator, Changeworks Andrea has driven an entire fleet transition at Changeworks, from one predominately consisting of diesel vehicles, to one dominated by electric vehicles and hybrids. As well as a reduction in NOx emissions, the average CO2 emissions per vehicle has reduced from 92 g/km to a 74 g/km and fuel purchasing has reduced by 25%. This led Changeworks to win GreenFleet’s Public Fleet of the Year in 2019.

66 NEW Chris Beattie Company Director, WEGO Couriers Chris was crowned a 2019 GreenFleet EV Champion for his commitment to sustainable delivery methods. WEGO currently has a vehicle fleet comprising of electric assist cargo bikes and trikes, BMW i3s, Nissan eNV200s and Nissan Leafs and is continuing its work to further reduce delivery emissions.

65 Charlie Jardine CEO, EO Charging Charlie’s company EO Charging was founded in 2015 and has made over 10,000 electric vehicle chargers, operates in over 30 countries, and contracts well-known blue chips including Addison Lee, EDF Energy, Sainsbury’s and Uber. The company was also involved in a ‘Low Emission Freight Trial’ with Gnewt Cargo and the Mayor of London’s office, and the ‘V2GO’ project, an Oxford-based vehicle-to-grid consortium. E Supported by

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2018 GreenFleet EV Champion Sara Sloman has brought her sustainable transport expertise to law firm Foot Anstey, where she is working to ensure quality policy, regulation and market compatibility for zero emission mobility providers.

63 NEW Toby Butler General Manager, e-mobility Europe, Shell Toby works to deliver Shell Recharge, Shell’s on forecourt electric vehicle charging service in the UK and the Netherlands, and works closely with IONITY and Shell New Motion to offer a range of charging solutions for EV drivers both at home and on-the-go.

62 NEW Richard Turnbull Head of EV Infrastructure, LEVC Richard is tasked with the EV infrastructure that supports the electric TX taxi by LEVC. He has secured a partnership with EO Charging to supply customers of its electric taxi with smart home charge points.

61 NEW Kevin King National Fleet Services Manager, Hermes Over the past 12 months, Hermes has progressed towards its target of reducing carbon emissions by 50 per cent by 2020, including growing its number of CNG trucks to 78. Each of these vehicles reduces CO2 emissions by over 80% compared to a comparable diesel Euro 6 vehicle, resulting in a reduction of around 150 tons of CO2 per vehicle per year.

60 NEW Caroline Sandall National Chair, ACFO Caroline became the new chair of ACFO in July 2019, and is working to better the fleet industry by giving its members insight on the impact of taxation and legislation, plug-in vehicles and alternative mobility options.

59 Peter Eldridge Director, ICFM Peter continues to use his long fleet industry experience to educate others in the profession, as well as speak out about the issues that matter to the industry.

58 NEW Fraser Crichton Corporate Fleet Operations Manager, Dundee City Council Fraser has worked tirelessley to make Dundee a leading EV-friendly city. The council has 100 electric vehicles on its fleet and has an ambition for all small vans and cars to be 100 per cent electric by 2025.

57 Paul Gatti Fleet Director, Royal Mail Paul is striving to make Royal Mail’s 41,500-strong van fleet as environmentally-friendly as possible. In 2019, it added a further 190 electric vans to its existing 100-strong EV fleet.

56 NEW Mark Gallagher Grosvenor Group

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64 Sara Sloman Zero Emission Mobility Lead, Energy Team, Foot Anstey LLP 

Mark heads up 0Zone, Grosvenor Group’s dedicated green service, and won a BVRLA Industry Hero Award in 2019 for helping companies reduce their emissions and plan for alternative fuels.

55 Mike Belk MD, Mercedes Benz and FUSO Trucks UK Mike is responsible for Mercedes Benz and FUSO Trucks in the UK, with the aim of making trucks more connected, safe and fuel efficient. The electric 7.5 tonner FUSO eCanter continues to be deployed in fleets, such as Wincanton.

54 Kieron Alsop MD, Rolec EV Rolec EV continues to make a significant impact on the EV industry worldwide with over 150,000 charging points installed to date. The UK based manufacturer has worked in collaboration with DPD, DHL, First York and UPS, among many other high-profile clients.

53 Justin Laney Fleet Manager, John Lewis Partnership Justin leads on John Lewis Partnership’s goal of having a zero carbon transport fleet by 2045, meaning the switch of more than 3,200 vehicles to zero-emissions alternatives. Waitrose, which is part of the John Lewis Partnership, has 61 biomethane trucks in operation.

52 Patricia Wolfe MD, Daimler Fleet Management Patricia continues to lead Daimler Fleet Management as it moves customers towards greener and more efficient mobility platforms. The company’s ‘FleetFit’ campaign is designed to help fleet managers locate where small improvements can be made, which result in major efficiencies.

51 Rebecca Kite Environment Policy Manager, FTA Rebecca continues to lobby for the right support to enable HGV operators to decarbonise, and manages the Logistics Emissions Reduction Scheme, which is a voluntary scheme for the haulage sector to reduce emissions. E Supported by

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50 Dr Colin Herron Managing Director, Zero Carbon Futures 

Colin continues to help the UK achieve its EV infrastructure requirements through his strategic consultancy Zero Carbon Futures. Colin was awarded a CBE for services to business and the renewable energy sector.

49 Rasita Chudasama Principal Transport Planner, Nottingham City Council Rasita has been delivering ambitious projects to make Nottingham a leading electric vehicle city, such as installing rapid chargers, converting the council fleet, supporting businesses to reduce emissions, and introducing cleaner buses.

48 Chris Chandler Principle Consultant, Lex Autolease Chris uses his knowledge of sustainability and alternative fuels to advise customers on low and zero emission vehicle purchases and supporting infrastructure. Chris manages Lex Autolease’s alternatively fuelled fleet, including its hydrogen fuel cell vehicles.

47 Graeme Grieve Managing Director, BMW UK and Ireland Graeme continues to lead BMW Group in the UK as it continues its positive sales trend for electrified vehicles. More than 4,300 fully-electric BMW i3 models were sold in 2019, an increase of 27 per cent. The group plans to expand its range of electrified vehicles to 25 models by 2023 – with more than half of them fully electric.

46 NEW Dan Gursel Head, Enterprise Car Club UK Dan heads up the Car Club side of Enterprise, which continues to help make business travel more manageable and environmentally-friendly. Highland Council for example has reduced its annual business milage by more than 825,000 miles in the first 12 months since introducing an Enterprise Car Club.

45 NEW Jim Graham Group Risk and Products Director, Arnold Clark Automobiles While developing the Group’s electric vehicle offering, Jim signed off on a key partnership with ScottishPower, which was the first of its kind in the motor trade. The deal aims to offer an end-to-end customer journey for those who buy an electric vehicle across the Group.

43 Darren Smith Fleet Standards and Delivery Manager, Heathrow Airport Darren is a leading figure in the implementation of Heathrow’s Airside Ultra Low Emission Zone due to be in place in 2025. Darren has transformed the Heathrow fleet from four Nissan Leafs in 2016 and no infrastructure to a fleet of 98 electric or PHEVs which can be charged at over 100 charging points.

42 Rawdon Glover UK Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover Rawdon uses his extensive automotive experience to lead Jaguar Land Rover forward as it makes waves in the electric vehicle market, with its multi award-winning I-PACE.

41 Edmund King President, The AA Edmund continues to spread his influence by commentating on the issues affecting transport. Edmund is a trustee of the AA Charitable Trust for Road Safety and the Environment, and a member of the influential Motorists’ Forum. He is also on the transport sector panel of the Institution of Engineering and Technology, and a member of the Department for Transport’s Cycling Safety Stakeholder Group.

40 Loyd and Alun Davies Directors, ElectrAssure Father and son team Loyd and Alun continue to make an impact on the electric vehicle market, using their expertise to design EV charging solutions that fit clients’ needs. Alun was recognised for his work in the EV market by receiving a GreenFleet EV Champion Award in 2019. Loyd is Service Development Director at ElectrAssure, while Alun is Operations Director.

39 NEW Greg Jackson Founder and CEO, Octopus Energy Greg’s energy firm Octopus is making its mark on the electric vehicle industry, creating Electric Juice, a green power supply service targeted at business EV users, as well as providing the IONITY EV rapid-charging network with renewable electricity.

44 NEW Justin Meyer General Manager, SWARCO

38 NEW Jon Lawes Managing Director at Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions

Led by Justin, SWARCO continues to have an excellent reputation for reliability and quality, which has led it to secure contracts with public and private sector organisations. Highlights include the completion of two charging hubs in Dundee and a contract to supply the first 150kW rapid chargers on the Engenie network.

Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions, managed by Jon, is helping fleets like DHL and Centrica to reduce emissions and avoid CAZ fines. Hitachi is also a key contributor to the largest EV trial in the world, Optimise Prime, which is addressing the biggest barriers to EV adoption for fleet managers.

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32 NEW Seth Finkelstein Business Operations Manager Fleet Services, Metropolitan Police Service

Terry oversees the fleet management of the council’s 1,300 vehicles, including its 95 electric vehicles. Terry has also been running compressed natural gas (CNG) trucks since 2009 and showcases his work with other authorities to share best practice.

Seth is helping the Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) achieve its end goal of having a zero emission fleet by 2050. The Met currently has 544 electric, hybrid, or hydrogen vehicles in operation, and this achievement lead the Met to secure the 2019 Public Sector Fleet of the Year Award (medium to large).

36 Sam Clarke Founder, Gnewt Sam and his company Gnewt have been changing the face of urban deliveries for ten years now and his expertise continues to be sought across the logistics industry. The company made its ten millionth ‘zero-carbon’ parcel delivery at the end of 2019 and is now the proud owners of the largest vehicle-to-grid operation in London.

35 NEW Alex Smith Managing Director, Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Alex Smith leads the group at a time when its electrification strategy is really taking off, with the launch of the ID.3 and other models in the ID. family. Volkswagen aims to phase out petrol and diesel cars by 2026, to focus on it pure electric models.

34 NEW Gary Smith Managing Director, Europcar Mobility Group UK Gary runs Europcar Mobility Group, the company that won GreenFleet’s Mobility Provider of the Year Award in 2019. As well as seeing a 55% growth in electric vehicles on the core Europcar rental fleet in the last 12 months, the company has also seen a 150% increase in EV charge points at Europcar locations around the UK. The company is also supporting TfL’s scrappage scheme, giving firms an alternative to vehicle ownership.

33 NEW Sascha Kaehne UK & Ireland Business Director, Iveco Sascha relocated from Iveco in Spain to become business director for the UK and Ireland and leads the company as its natural power range continues to grow. In 2019, Iveco’s natural power trucks have been delivered into Hermes, John Lewis, Ocado, Sainsbury’s, UPS and Waitrose fleets, while 25,000 gas-powered vehicles have gone into service across Europe.

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37 Terry Pycroft Head of Fleet Services, Leeds City Council

31 NEW Graham Thomas Fleet Operations Manager, Ocado Graham drives Ocado’s natural gas truck activity, which has seen the company invest £3 million in a natural gas refuelling station to power its 29 CNG biomethane trucks. Graham also oversees the trial of a hydrogen dualfuel van. Ocado is the current holder of the GreenFleet Private Sector Fleet of the Year (medium to large) award.

30 Tom Pakenham Director, Electric Vehicles, OVO and Kaluza As director of electric vehicles for OVO Energy, Tom is helping customers decarbonise their lives. OVO’s EV Everywhere platform gives drivers access to green electricity, and allows them to either choose a free smart charger or POLAR plus membership.

29 NEW Keith Anderson Chief Executive, ScottishPower Keith is encouraging people to change the way they think about powering their car and their house. ScottishPower has launched a roadmap to show how local communities can play their part in reaching the UK’s Net Zero targets and is calling for government and regulators to devolve power locally so communities can achieve such targets.

28 Paul Philpott President & CEO, Kia Motors Paul presides over the company as it continues to make electric motoring practical and affordable for the masses with its electric and hybrid Niros and electric Soul.

27 NEW Peter McDonald Fleet Director, Nissan Peter is tasked with putting more electrified Nissan models onto fleets. He has extensive experience of the UK automotive market and fleet sector, having been with the Volkswagen Group for nearly 20 years, and leading the Seat UK fleet team for six years. E Supported by

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20 NEW Marc Ling Development Manager, Milk & More

Dan believes in a world where electrified mobility is fully inclusive. His company Elmtronics has installed over 5,000 domestic, public and workplace charge points, from 7kW home solutions to 150kW rapid chargers. Since January 2019, the company’s Hubsta back office programme has over 2,000 members, recording over 100,000 charging logs and saving 170,000 tonnes of CO2.

Milk & More are the current holders of GreenFleet’s Outstanding Achievement Award for having the UK’s largest EV fleet, which is predicted to save 3.4 million litres of diesel annually.

25 NEW Oliver Drasar Principal City Planner, Transport for London Oliver looks after Transport for London’s LoCITY programme that is helping the capital’s fleets reduce emissions in preparation for the LEZ strengthening in 2020 and ULEZ expansion in 2021

24 NEW Robert Grozdanovski Managing Director, Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland In 2019, Volvo Trucks introduced two new, all-electric trucks, the FL and FE, that will drastically reduce noise and exhaust emissions in urban environments. This, as well as the company’s new Euro 6-compliant Volvo FH and FM trucks that run on LNG or biogas led them to win LGV Manufacturer of the Year in 2019.

23 Mark Barrett General Manager, LDV UK & Ireland It’s been another successful year for Mark and his team; as well as the launch of LDV’s second electric van, the EV30, the company has secured impressive orders with fleets, such as Milk & More, who took on board 159 EV80 electric vans.

22 NEW Alfonso Martinez Managing Director, LeasePlan UK Ltd It’s been an impressive year for LeasePlan with Alfonso as the helm. The company won Leasing Company of the Year for the second year in a row at the 2019 GreenFleet Awards for its work helping clients take up electric vehicles, as well as its progress towards achieving its target of net zero emissions by 2030.

21 NEW Graeme Cooper Project Director, National Grid Graeme leads the National Grid’s work on electric vehicles and the decarbonisation of transport. His work helps the government, energy and the automotive industry transition towards zero emission vehicles in a way that is sustainable.

19 NEW Ashley Andrew Managing Director, Hyundai Motor UK

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Ashley leads Hyundai forward during its era of electric-mobility. The car maker already offers one of the broadest range of powertrains in the market, which has driven a 26.9% rise in eco car sales over the previous year. Improved full electric availability in 2020 along with the addition of more electrified derivatives to the range will ensure that Hyundai is well positioned for the future.

18 Quentin Willson Motoring Journalist Quentin is behind the Fair Fuel UK campaign which acts as a voice for Britain’s motorists. In favour of action to improve air quality, Quentin does however believe that drivers, small businesses and the haulage sector should not be penalised unfairly for entering Clean Air Zones, and that other solutions should be investigated.

17 NEW Tammy Carter Head of Fleet, Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Tammy works to help the public sector with their fleet buying needs in her role at the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) the biggest public procurement organisation in the UK. CCS’ new framework for fleet management, leasing and rental has been designed to be flexible, taking into account the changing fleet landscape and range of fuel types now available.

16 NEW Kristian Elvefors MD, Volvo Car UK After 16 years heading up Volvo in Sweden, Kristian took the position as UK managing director in June 2019. Volvo won the GreenFleet PHEV Manufacturer of the Year Award in 2019 for having a plug-in version of every model it makes. Volvo Car UK recorded its best annual new car sales results for 29 years in 2019, with 56,208 vehicles leaving showrooms; a 12% increase from 2018.

15 Jon Hunt Alternative Fuels Manager, Toyota Jon heads up Toyota’s alternative fuels work and is responsible for the roll-out of the Toyota Mirai Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle in the UK market. Jon takes a holistic view on ‘green’ vehicles, urging people to take into consideration the manufacturing process and how energy is produced before making a decision. E Supported by

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14 Vincent Tourette Managing Director, Renault UK & Ireland 

Renault scooped GreenFleet’s Electric Vehicle Manufacturer of the Year award in 2019 for making electric mobility a realistic option for business users. The New ZOE is leading the brand’s EV charge, with its 245 mile (WLTP) range and new interior with recycled plastics and upholstery. Renault’s range of EV models currently runs to the Twizy and New ZOE, with plug-in hybrid and hybrid E-TECH versions of the All New Captur and All-New Clio due in 2020. The brand’s commercial fleet is equally extensive, with the Twizy Cargo, Kangoo Z.E. 33 and New Master Z.E. offering businesses a wide choice of zero tailpipe emissions vans.

13 NEW David Newton COO, BP Chargemaster 2019 has seen BP Chargemaster roll out the first of its public 150kW ultrafast chargers and launch its new Smart Homecharge unit that allows customers to monitor and control their charging through the app or web portal.

12 NEW Jason Torrance Clean Air Cities Director, UK100 UK100 is a network of local government leaders committed to clean air and energy. Jason understands the opportunities and challenges in tackling air pollution at a local level, and shares his knowledge at numerous industry events. Torrance has previously held roles as Policy Director at Sustrans and Co-chair of Stakeholder Advisory Group at Highways England before joining UK100 in April 2018.

11 James Thornton CEO, Client Earth Named one of 10 people who could change the world, James and his environmental law firm ClientEarth continue to hold central and local government to account on air pollution, mandating the need for robust plans to tackle roadside emissions. ClientEarth has won three cases against the UK government over the country’s illegal and harmful levels of air pollution, which has resulted in a surge of activity from local authorities to investigate and identify measures to tackle illegal levels of pollution.

10 Mike Hawes Chief Executive, SMMT Mike is one of the leading influential voices of the UK motor industry. During this period of unprecedented change, Mike calls for close collaboration between industry and government so that the UK car market can continue to be a valuable economic asset and deliver environmental goals.

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9 Elon Musk Founder and CEO, Tesla Motors Tesla is now the most valuable US automaker ever, with shares rising 160 per cent since last June. Tesla’s popularity in the UK has also soared, with the Model 3 becoming the best selling all-electric car in the UK in 2019, even though deliveries of the vehicle only began in the summer (stats include pre-registrations). Tesla has also installed its 500th European Supercharger station. Located in Park Royal in London, the chargers are said to be able to replenish electric car batteries in 15 minutes.

8 Gerry Keaney Chief Executive, BVRLA Gerry has made it clear to regulators that the industry can be a key partner to delivering the UK’s zeroemission goals if its taxation and support system is right. BVRLA’s membership has grown to beyond the 1,000 mark, and welcomed fleet operators for the first time. The association has also appointed its first ever female chair person.

7 Michael Hurwitz Head of Transport Innovation, Transport for London From connected and autonomous vehicles to dockless cycle hire and on demand responsive transport, Michael tests how new ideas could work for London in his role as Director of Innovation for Transport for London (TfL).

6 Poppy Welch Head of Go Ultra Low, SMMT Poppy continues to lead the ‘Go Ultra Low’ campaign to encourage acceptance and uptake of electric vehicles. To facilitate cross-sector discussions on the transition to electric, Go Ultra Low hosted another panel at the Hay Festival, which brought together influential speakers from the Government and the automotive and energy sectors. Targeting the young, as they will be the future vehicle buyers, Go Ultra Low is also leading the Hero to Zero Emission Miles Challenge for primary school pupils where they are asked to record the number of “zero emission miles” they travel.

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5 Andy Eastlake Managing Director, LowCVP It’s been a busy year for Andy and his team at LowCVP. At the request of the government, LowCVP is facilitating the Electric Vehicle Energy Taskforce - a cross sector collaboration tasked with ensuring the energy system can meet future EV demand in an efficient and sustainable way. To make sure people are as clued-up as they can be when it comes to alternatively-fuelled vehicles, the LowCVP is working with the Finance & Leasing Association (FLA) to identify how information can be most effectively presented to prospective car buyers to encourage low emission vehicle choices. To help the commercial vehicle industry reduce emissions, the LowCVP has also published a Clean Vehicle Retrofit Technology Guide. Andy continues to fly the flag for low-carbon transport, speaking at numerous GreenFleet and other industry events throughout the year.

4 NEW Lindsay Yeoman Strategic Delivery Lead – ULEV Fleets and Infrastructure, Transport Scotland Lindsay is responsible for leading the delivery of a range of high value fleets and infrastructure incentives and projects supporting the Scottish Government’s ambition to phase out new petrol and diesel cars and vans by 2032. Lindsay joined Transport Scotland during 2018, after nine years at the Registers of Scotland, and is best known for leading the Switched on Fleets initiative which has supported over 700 ULEVs into local authority and public sector fleets. Lindsay is also a recent EV owner/driver.

3 Philip Sellwood Chief Executive, Energy Saving Trust (EST) Appointed as CEO of EST in 2003, Philip has been instrumental in both scaling and shaping the business model for what is one of the country’s leading organisations in energy efficiency and sustainable energy. Under Philip’s leadership, EST’s transport portfolio has grown to now include active travel, sustainable transport advice, fleet consultancy, electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and eBikes. Phillip is Vice Chair of Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership and an active member of a number of influential Boards and government task forces. Philip is set retire from his position in March 2020. E Supported by

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2 Robert Evans CEO, Cenex Well-known in the industry as the go-to-man for electric vehicle infrastructure expertise, Robert is the CEO of Cenex, a not-for-profit organisation tasked with helping the UK transition to a low carbon transport future. Robert is also Chair of the UK Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Association, where he acts as a voice to Government and the broader stakeholder community for charge point providers, charge point network operators and e-mobility service providers in the UK market. In addition to his role as CEO of Cenex, Robert is a Director of Cenex NL and a Non Executive Director of EV8 Technologies, the Scottish Hydrogen and Fuel Cell Association, Electric Corby Community Interest Company and Corby Community Energy Company. Robert represents Cenex on the Technology Group of the UKâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Automotive Council and was formally a Director of the Advanced Propulsion Centre.

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The top spot goes to Vicky and Natasha, who jointly head up OLEV, the cross departmental unit that holds the purse for low-emission transport funding. OLEV is responsible for the grants for electric vehicles and infrastructure, therefore putting Vicky and Natasha in a significant position of power when it comes to shaping the industry. Vicky has worked within Government in various environmental policy roles, tackling issues related to freight sector emissions, air quality and aviation noise emissions. She also led the Department for Transportâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s environmental strategy team. Natasha has spent many years at the Department for Transport, working in various roles before jointly heading up OLEV with Vicky.

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Natasha Robinson & Vicky Edmonds Joint Heads, OLEV Robert Evans CEO, Cenex Phillip Sellwood Chief Executive, Energy Saving Trust (EST) Lindsay Yeoman Strategic Delivery Lead â&#x20AC;&#x201C; ULEV Fleets and Infrastructure, Transport Scotland Andy Eastlake Managing Director, LowCVP Poppy Welch Head of Go Ultra Low, SMMT Michael Hurwitz Head of Transport Innovation, Transport for London Gerry Keaney Chief Executive, BVRLA Elon Musk Founder and CEO, Tesla Motors Mike Hawes Chief Executive, SMMT James Thornton CEO, Client Earth Jason Torrance Clean Air Cities Director, UK100 David Newton COO, BP Chargemaster Vincent Tourette Managing Director, Renault UK & Ireland Jon Hunt Alternative Fuels Manager, Toyota Kristian Elvefors Managing Director, Volvo Car UK Tammy Carter Head of Fleet, Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Quentin Willson Motoring Journalist Ashley Andrew Managing Director, Hyundai Motor UK Marc Ling Development Manager, Milk & More Graeme Cooper Project Director, National Grid Alfonso Martinez Managing Director, LeasePlan UK Ltd Mark Barrett General Manager, LDV UK & Ireland Robert Grozdanovski Managing Director, Volvo Trucks UK & Ireland Oliver Drasar Principal City Planner, Transport for London Dan Martin CEO, Elmtronics Peter McDonald Fleet Director, Nissan Paul Philpott President & CEO, Kia Motors Keith Anderson Chief Executive, ScottishPower Tom Pakenham Director, Electric Vehicles, OVO and Kaluza Graham Thomas Fleet Operations Manager, Ocado Seth Finkelstein Business Operations Manager - Fleet, Met Police Sascha Kaehne UK & Ireland Business Director, Iveco Gary Smith Managing Director, Europcar Mobility Group UK Alex Smith Managing Director, Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Sam Clarke Founder, Gnewt Terry Pycroft Head of Fleet Services, Leeds City Council Jon Lawes Managing Director at Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions Greg Jackson Founder and CEO, Octopus Energy Loyd and Alun Davies Directors, ElectrAssure Edmund King President, The AA Rawdon Glover UK Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover Darren Smith Fleet Standards and Delivery Manager, Heathrow Airport Justin Meyer General Manager, SWARCO Jim Graham Group Risk and Products Director, Arnold Clark Automobiles Dan Gursel Head, Enterprise Car Club UK Graeme Grieve MD, BMW UK and Ireland Chris Chandler Principle Consultant, Lex Autolease Rasita Chudasama Principal Transport Planner, Nottingham City Council Dr Colin Herron Managing Director, Zero Carbon Futures Rebecca Kite Environment Policy Manager, FTA Patricia Wolfe Managing Director, Daimler Fleet Management

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Justin Laney Fleet Manager, John Lewis Partnership Kieron Alsop Managing Director, Rolec EV Mike Belk Managing Director, Mercedes Benz and FUSO Trucks UK Mark Gallagher Grosvenor Group Paul Gatti Fleet Director, Royal Mail Fraser Crichton Corporate Fleet Operations Manager, Dundee City Council Peter Eldridge Director, ICFM Caroline Sandall National Chair, ACFO Kevin King National Fleet Services Manager, Hermes Richard Turnbull Head of EV Infrastructure, LEVC Toby Butler General Manager, e-mobility Europe, Shell Sara Sloman Zero Emission Mobility Lead, Energy Team, Foot Anstey LLP Charlie Jardine CEO, EO Charging Chris Beattie Company Director, WEGO Couriers Andrea Mckenzie Fleet Co-ordinator, Changeworks Andrew Doyle Director, Audi UK Gavin Jones Head of Fleet Corporate Service, VWFS Fleet Dr Ben Lane Next Green Car & Co-Founder, Zap Map Alexis Percival Environmental & Sustainability Manager, Yorkshire Ambulance Trust 72 Nigel Morris EV Integration Manager, Active Build Centre, University of Swansea 73 Sytse Zuidema Chief Executive Officer, New Motion 74 Colin Ferguson Chief Executive Officer, The Algorithm People 75 Paul Balmont and Richard Falconer Directors, Co-Wheels 76 Nicole Fletcher Head of Sustainable Development, London Fire Brigade 77 Chris Rutherford Fleet Commercial Manager, London Ambulance Service NHS Trust 78 Matthew Morgan Operations Director, The Phoenix Works 79 Mike Potter CEO, DriveElectric & Crowd Charge 80 David George Director, MINI UK 81 Tim Laver Managing Director, ALD UK 82 Graeme Jenkins Head of Fleet & Remarketing, Suzuki GB 83 Helen Lees Head of EVs and Connected Services, Groupe PSA UK 84 Nicholas Brownrigg CEO, Alphabet 85 Edward Kulperger European Vice President, Geotab 86 Chris Lane Fleet Manager, University of Birmingham 87 Andy Barratt Managing Director, Ford of Britain 88 Norman Harding Corporate Fleet Manager, London Borough of Hackney 89 Hannah Collishaw Director, E.ON Drive UK 90 John Watkins Executive Chairman, Trakm8 91 Dr Graham Cooley CEO, ITM Power 92 Philip Fjeld CEO of CNG Fuels 93 Simon King Fleet and Procurement Director, Mitie 94 Rob Lindley Managing Director, Mitsubishi 95 Laurence Drake Managing Director, DAF Trucks 96 David Burke Specialist Sales Executive - Gas, Scania GB 97 Mark Barrow Fleet Manager, City of Swansea Council 98 Amanda Lyne MD of Ulemco 99 Gary Savage UK Managing Director, Mercedes/Smart 100 Sathish Sethuraman Travel Plan Co-ordinator, Northumbria Healthcare NHS Trust

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At a glance: the GreenFleet 100 Most Influential

Sector Top Threes Retail 1 Marc Ling, Milk & More (20) 2 Graham Thomas, Ocado (31) 3 Justin Laney, John Lewis Partnership (53)

Leasing 1 Alfonso Martinez, LeasePlan UK (22) 2 Jon Lawes, Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions (38) 2 Chris Chandler, Lex Autolease (48)

Telematics & IT 1 Colin Ferguson, the Algorithm People (74) 2 Edward Kulperger, Geotab (85) 3 John Watkins, Trakm8 (90)

Councils 1 Terry Pycroft, Leeds City Council, (37) 2 Rasita Chudasama, Nottingham City Council (49) 3 Fraser Crichton, Dundee City Council (58)

Charging & Infrastructure 1 David Newton, BP Chargemaster (13) 2 Dan Martin, Elmtronics (26) 3 Loyd and Alun Davies, ElectrAssure (40)

Alternative Fuels 1 Graham Cooley, CEO, ITM Power (91) 2 Philip Fjeld, CEO of CNG Fuels (92) 3 Amanda Lyne, Ulemco (98)

Emergency Services 1 Seth Finkelstein, Metropolitan Police Service (32) 2 Alexis Percival, Yorkshire Ambulance Trust (71) 3 Nicole Fletcher, London Fire Brigade (76)

Logistics & Distribution 1 Sam Clarke, Gnewt (36) 2 Paul Gatti, Royal Mail (57) 3 Kevin King, Hermes (61)

Car and Van Manufacturers 1 Elon Musk, Tesla Motors (9) 2 Vincent Tourette, Renault (14) 3 Jon Hunt, Toyota (15)

Car Clubs 1 Gary Smith, Europcar Mobility Group UK (34) 2 Dan Gursel, Enterprise Car Club UK (46) 3 Paul Balmont and Richard Falconer, CoWheels (75)

Energy 1 Keith Anderson, ScottishPower (29) 2 Tom Pakenham, OVO Energy (30) 3 Greg Jackson, Octopus Energy (39)

HGV Manufacturers 1 Robert Grozdanovski, Volvo Trucks (24) 2 Sascha Kaehne, Iveco (33) 3 Laurence Drake, DAF Trucks (95)

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Kia e-Niro 64kWh

Kia’s second all-electric car, the e-Niro, completes the electrified Niro range of models. Richard Gooding discovers that the new arrival is an affordable and practical long-range machine

What is it? The Niro was Kia’s first range of cars to be built on a platform exclusively designed for electrified cars. The petrol-hybrid and plug-in hybrid Niros were the first to arrive, the allelectric e-Niro enjoying its debut at the 2018 Paris motor show. A total of 10,000 e-Niros have been sold since then and such was the demand for UK models on launch in April 2019, the initial allocation sold out within weeks. Halied an award-winner from all corners of the UK motoring press, the e-Niro is Kia’s second all-electric car, following the first-generation Soul EV of 2014. A 39kWh e-Niro is sold in selected markets, but the UK range is limited to the 64kWh model. How does it drive? As with the Niro Hybrid and Niro PHEV, the e-Niro is a five-door, five-seat compact crossover. The basic car’s smart looks are made more appealing on the all-electric version by way of its blanked-in ‘tiger nose’ grille and charging flap, arrow-shaped LED daytime running lights and subtle blue accents in the bumpers. Silver roof rails, gloss black detailing and diamond-cut alloy wheels further lift the e-Niro’s visual allure. Inside, the interior quality matches that of the outside, with high-grade fixtures and fittings and sensible and well-designed ergonomics. A 7.0-inch TFT digital colour screen imparts information to the driver, with myriad settings for efficiency, including driving range and battery status. A redesigned centre console features a ‘‘shift-by-wire’ rotator dial drive selector which controls the single-speed gearbox.

As well as being nicely finished, the e-Niro is practical, too; its 451 litres of seats-up luggage space beating that of the Niro Hybrid and Niro PHEV. There’s 1,405 litres with the seats down, just enough room to squeeze in two adult bicycles. As with almost all electric cars, the e-Niro offers quite startling performance from rest. The 291lb ft (395Nm) of torque is instant, and the 150kW motor powers the e-Niro to 60mph in 7.5 seconds. The power is smooth, too, and the car feels faster than its body shape would have you believe. Most electric cars are quieter than their internal combustionengined counterparts, but the e-Niro’s overall refinement seems to be at a level beyond its price point. And while the ride is on the firm side, it’s rarely uncomfortable, and the handling is engaging enough for most. Even with a low centre of gravity due to the batteries being placed under the floor between the front and rear axles, the e-Niro is no sports car, but it is still fun. It’s also a supremely-rounded machine capable of doing most things very well.

electric car market. It’s a realistic and highly usable range, too, and on occasion when the battery was full, our test car often displayed a range which eclipsed that. During a week with car we easily achieved a range of 268 miles with some battery charge remaining. To potentially increase that already impressive all-electric distance, Kia also provides many on-board aids. An Eco Driving Assistant System (Eco DAS) employs both coasting guide and predictive energy controls that use navigation traffic data to inform drivers of the best time to lift off the accelerator and coast to a junction, harvesting energy for future use. Three levels of regenerative braking are controlled by the steering wheel-mounted paddles which quickly become second nature to use, especially in urban environments. A further trio of driving modes – Normal, Eco, and Sport – allows drivers to tailor efficiency and performance to their needs.

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What range does it have? Sharing much of its powertrain with the Hyundai Kona Electric, the e-Niro has a WLTPquoted official driving range of 282 miles, one of the longest ranges on the ‘affordable’

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How long does it take to charge? Charging the e-Niro’s liquid-cooled 356V, 180Ah lithium-ion battery to 80 per cent takes 54 minutes on a 100kW DC fast charger, increasing to 75 minutes on a 50kW supply. Using a 7.2kW wallbox, the e-Niro’s battery can be refilled from flat to full in nine hours and 50 minutes. The slowest charge time of 29 hours (0 to 100 per cent) is from an AC 230V power supply.

What does it cost? Kia makes e-Niro choice very easy. The First Edition spec of our test car is no longer available, replaced with the similarlyequipped ‘4’ model. The only trim level available, the £34,495 (after deduction of the £3,500 government PiCG) e-Niro 4 has a high specification. A premium quality interior is one benefit of the new 4 trim grade, and other highlights include an auto dimming mirror, auto lights and wipers, electricallyfolding door mirrors, front fog lights, heated seats and steering wheel, black leather upholstery, LED headlights with bi-function projection, rear parking sensors and 17-inch alloy wheels. Further adding to the e-Niro’s upmarket ambience is a 10.25-inch colour touchscreen navigation system, which comes with European mapping and Traffic Messaging Channel. Kia’s Connected Services also bring TomTom Live traffic updates and speed camera location technology, and its UVO Connect system provides charging location and availability details, as well as connection compatibility. The UVO system can also be accessed via a smartphone app which also enables remote control of certain vehicle functions. There’s also a good-sounding 320W, eight-speaker JBL audio system, complete with subwoofer, and external amplifier, complete with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay systems. Wireless smartphone charging is also standard. A raft of safety kit is also standard on the e-Niro. Forward collision and lane-keeping assistants help prevent accidents, and driver attention warning and adaptive smart cruise control systems allow complete supervision of the car on the move. As well as being loaded with lots of safety and functional equipment, Kia has paid attention to practical design features, too. The reversing camera sits on the rear windscreen wiper arm mounting for example – a very neat integration.

How much does it cost to tax? As it is a zero-emission vehicle and emits no CO2, the Kia e-Niro attracts no VED charge in either the first year of registration or the years thereafter at current governmentapproved rates. The company car Benefit In Kind rate is 16 per cent for 2019/2020, falling to zero per cent for 2020/2021 under new government regulations. For 2021/2022, it rises slightly to one per cent. Why does my fleet need one? The Kia e-Niro is one of the most impressive cars to have passed through GreenFleet’s hands in recent months. With a Tesla-rivalling range at a more affordable price, higher interior quality and more kit than the US firm’s Model 3, and a ‘can do’ attitude, there’s very little that seems out of the e-Niro’s reach. Practical, well-made, and efficient, it’s a welcome addition to the electric car ranks. The only potential sticking point is getting hold of one. A waiting list does still exist but Kia has been promised sufficient UK supply to clear the existing 3,000 customer backlog, with more to potentially come. If you can find e-Niro availability, though, you’ll discover a hugely rewarding and capable electric car with much to recommend it. L FURTHER INFORMATION www.kia.com/uk

Kia E-Niro 64kWh ENGINE: 150kW / 201bhp permanent magnet synchronous electric motor and 64kWh lithium-ion battery RANGE (WLTP): CO2: Efficiency: VED: BIK:

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£0 first-year, £0 thereafter 16%

PRICE (OTR): £34,495 (including VAT and government PiCG)

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Kia supplies a pair of charging cables with the e-Niro: a standard three-pin plug cable is provided for domestic top-ups, and a Type 2 cable is included for when the car is refilled via a public or workplace charging point.

Exceeding electrified expectations

As well as revisions to the Niro Hybrid and Niro PHEV models, the South Korean company has also announced electrified versions of its Ceed Sportswagon and XCeed ranges. The plug-in versions of the Ceed Sportswagon estate and the XCeed crossover are powered by a 1.6-litre GDi petrol engine combined with a 44.5kW electric motor and 8.9kWh battery pack, good for power of 139bhp with torque of 195lb ft (265Nm). A six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission is standard on both, and regenerative braking technology allows the new plug-in models to harvest kinetic energy and recharge their battery packs when coasting or braking. All-electric range on both cars is around 36 miles, with prices starting at £29,995 for the Ceed Sportswagon Plug-in Hybrid and £30,695 for the XCeed Plug-in Hybrid. The two new additions bring Kia’s electrified car range to seven models, with the new 280-mile range Soul EV due to arrive in March. The company has also just announced a tie-up with UK electric vehicle start-up Arrival. The resulting partnership – along with its Hyundai sister firm – will see the two companies introduce ‘competitivelypriced’ small and medium-sized electric vans.

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Mayor of London’s van scrappage scheme doubled The Mayor of London has announced he will double payments for his van scrappage scheme to £7,000, with £9,500 also now available to those switching to electric vans. The increased funding will enable more van owners to switch to cleaner vehicles, while helping businesses prepare for the expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) up to the north and south circular next year, and the tightening of the London-wide Low Emission Zone standards this October. The Mayor has also announced that he is broadening the eligibility for the van scrappage scheme so that more businesses can benefit. Previously firms with fewer than 10 employees, defined as micro businesses, were eligible. Now small businesses, those with 50 or fewer employees, are also included. To help clean up the heavy vehicle fleet, the van scrappage scheme will open to small businesses operating heavy vehicles later this year. TfL is finalising the details of the scheme, but it is expected that it

will be in the form of a grant of around £15,000 for each polluting heavy vehicle, up to a maximum of three vehicles. To further support businesses to prepare for the ULEZ, as well as to help clean up local high streets, the Mayor has also announced a further £1.75 million in London economic action partnership (LEAP) funding to deliver six more businessled Low Emission Neighbourhoods.

Projects to be funded include the installation of one of the UK’s first ultra-fast electric vehicle charging depots in partnership with EON, providing multiple fast charging points, and the provision of additional zero emissions delivery services. These projects have so far delivered targeted pollutioncutting measures in pollution hotspots across London, such as the world’s first Ultra Low Emission Streets in Shoreditch, a 16 per cent reduction in older more polluting vehicles parking in the Marylebone LEN, and new clean air routes to destinations such as Guys Hospital and Regents Park which help pedestrians reduce their exposure to pollution by up to 60 per cent. READ MORE https://tinyurl.com/uhxvfuj

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Facilities management company Mitie has reached another landmark in its electric vehicle (EV) rollout, having taken delivery of its 250th EV. The Nissan e-NV200 van will be based at Heathrow Airport and joins the 200 electric cars and 49 electric vans already in Mitie’s fleet. This takes Mitie closer to its commitment to switch 20 per cent of its small van and car fleet to electric by the end of 2020. Mitie marked its 100th EV at the end of October and has since accelerated its rollout, resulting in 150 more electric cars and vans joining the fleet in less than three months. With 400 more vehicles already on order and set for delivery in the first quarter of 2020, Mitie is well on track to meet its 20 per cent by 2020 commitment. The van is not the first electric vehicle Mitie has deployed onto the Heathrow contract. It joins the 16 other electric cars and vans the company already uses on site. Mitie has focused on upgrading its vehicles based at the Airport to electric to support the ambitious Heathrow 2.0 Sustainability Strategy which includes a goal to establish an airside ultra-low emissions

zone by 2025 and a target to become a zero-carbon airport as quickly as possible. Mitie says that the lack of availability of larger vans remain key barriers to EV uptake. As signatories of the EV100 commitment, Mitie has pledged to convert its entire fleet to electric by 2030. However, until Government and local authorities make improvements to the UK’s charge point network and manufacturers improve vehicle availability and model range, these issues remain major blockers for the UK’s EV transition.