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Heavy goods vehicles are the hardest to fully decarbonise. But with targets to phase out new fossil fuel trucks, this sector has received considerable focus. We sum up the latest innovations in greening the heavy goods vehicle sector Battery ...

Welcome a new government department with a ‘Z for Zero’ in it

Zemo Partnership’s Andy Eastlake discusses what the new Department for Energy Security and Net Zero means for transport decarbonisation As I write, news is breaking of the Prime Minister’s reorganisation of the Government department formerly known as BEIS. I ...

Mg4 Ev

The 2022 GREENFLEET Electric Vehicle Manufacturer of the Year, MG Motor UK hopes to entice drivers into its MG4 EV with a very tempting combination of value, equipment, tech and range. Richard Gooding finds out if the all-new electric ...

London’s vehicle scrappage scheme

Following on from the decision to expand London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) London-wide in August this year, a new scrappage scheme worth £110 million has been launched. It will offer support to sole traders, SME businesses and charities ...

A more sustainable future

Denise Beedell, Senior Policy Manager at Logistics UK, reflects on the green transport developments so far in 2023 A clear focus on reducing carbon emissions and pushing forward for a greener future is high on the agenda and a ...

GF100 Most Influential revealed

The GF100 Most Influential has been fully unveiled and is now available to view online and in the latest issue of GREENFLEET Magazine. The full list was revealed during GF100 Live!, an online, ‘Top of the Pops Style’, countdown. ...

GF100 Most Influential: 100-51 revealed

The GF100 Most Influential reveal continues, with 100-51 now live online. The top 50, plus a rundown of the full list, will be unveiled live on Friday 10 February during GF100 Live!, an online ‘Top of the Pops Style’ ...

GF100 Most Influential: 100-76 revealed

The GF100 Most Influential reveal begins today, with 100-76 now live online. Tomorrow, 9 February, we will reveal 75-51, with the full list unveiled live on Friday 10 February during GF100 Live!, an online ‘Top of the Pops Style’ ...

Total numbers of chargepoints is important - but location matters too

The recent Geospatial Commission report identified how better use of location data can help overcome four key challenges to siting chargepoints: modelling future demand, finding suitable sites, creating a seamless consumer experience and tracking rollout. Ellie Skinner, Senior Policy ...

First Drive: Toyota Proace City Electric

Building on the strengths of the diesel-engined Proace City, Toyota has launched an electric version of its compact LCV. Using a proven powertrain and platform, Richard Gooding finds its practicality, refinement and good on-road manners mean it’s ready for ...

Kia EV6 GT-Line

Featuring a high-tech platform with ultra-rapid charging capabilities usually reserved for more expensive cars, as well as long ranges, the Kia EV6 brings with it the dawn of a new era for the South Korean company. Richard Gooding samples ...

Kia Sportage PHEV

Reinvented and rejuvenated, the new Kia Sportage embraces plug-in hybrid technology in its fifth generation. Richard Gooding finds a striking-looking car packed with technology and equipment, with the promise of greatly reduced running costs from its new PHEV powertrain ...

Vauxhall Grandland PHEV

Competing in the highly important C-SUV segment, the Grandland plays a vital role in the UK for Vauxhall. Richard Gooding discovers the improved levels of technology and low emission PHEV powertrain should appeal to fleet drivers and managers alike ...

BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport

The i3 and the iX may feature most in BMW electric car headlines, but with more conventional looks and an undeniably driver-focused powertrain, Richard Gooding finds that the i4 could be one of the best and understated electric cars ...

Toyota Mirai

A hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle pioneer, the Toyota Mirai has been comprehensively updated. Richard Gooding discovers the all-new second-generation model has a greatly improved driving range as well as many luxurious features The Toyota Mirai is one of ...

First Drive: Porsche Taycan

The Taycan is Porsche’s first all-electric production model, and Richard Gooding finds that it sets a high bar for cars offering a blend of luxurious comfort with an engaging driving experience What is it? ‘Performance’ EVs aren’t usually a ...

Hyundai Ioniq 5

Showcasing an all-new platform and high power technologies, Richard Gooding discovers the Ioniq 5 redefines Hyundai as a very serious maker of electric cars that combine bold style and impressive substance What is it? The Ioniq range of hybrid, ...

Navigating fleet decarbonisation

Shell’s recent report ‘Navigating Fleet Decarbonisation: A guide to driving a successful transition’ highlights the challenges to decarbonisation felt by fleet operators. GreenFleet chats to Shell’s Giorgio Delpiano to find out what the report has uncovered Shell’s recent report ...

Meet the 2022 GREENFLEET award winners

The winners of the 2022 GREENFLEET Awards demonstrate the pioneering work and efforts of those decarbonising the fleet and transport sector. The 2022 GREENFLEET Awards, sponsored by the Algorithm People, took place on 8 December at the British Motor ...

Sustainable alternatives to corporate travel

James Lancaster, chair of the Urban Mobility Partnership, explains why grey fleet reduction should be incorporated at the heart of clean air, environmental and transport plans, and how it can be done There is a major role for local ...

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Launching its EV ambitions with a model which plays on a heritage nameplate is a bold move, but, as Richard Gooding discovers, the Mustang Mach-E has little in common with Fords of yesterday, and it heralds an adventurous new ...

Taking on the EV and renewable energy debate

The lack of 100 per cent renewable electricity in the grid should not hold fleets back from using electric vehicles. Jacob Roberts, transport policy manager at the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology, explains why Fleet managers can ...

Electrifying FedEx's parcel pick-up and delivery fleet

FedEx Express has a global target for 50 per cent of all newly-procured parcel pickup and delivery vehicles to be electric by 2025, rising to 100% of new vehicle orders by 2030. Vinay D’Souza, Senior Vice President for Planning ...

Panel of Experts: Road to Zero

The UK has a target to be net zero emission by 2050, and when it comes to the decarbonisation of transport, electrification plays a central role. But is it the only route? And what happens if electric vehicles are ...

Samsung beats Maruti as no.1 customer-facing MNC in India

Samsung India’s revenue has soared by 8.6% to Rs 82,451 crores in FY2021-22. Samsung India has beaten Maruti Suzuki to become the largest customer-facing MNC in India. According to a media report, Samsung India’s revenue has soared by 8.6% ...

Report: Samsung SDI To Expand Its Battery Pack Production In Michigan

High demand for Stellantis' plug-in hybrids is considered as the main reason.

Report: Samsung SDI To Finalize 46xx Round Battery Spec In Next Year

Cylindrical cells with a diameter of 46 mm and different heights (46xx) should be ready in 2023.

Samsung SDI expands research centres globally

The South Korean battery cell manufacturer Samsung SDI is expanding its research and development (R&D) activities for new battery technologies. New locations this year are being founded in the USA and Germany with a further centre planned in China ...

Tesla talks with Samsung for camera modules: report

SEM’s Automotive Camera Modules Potential Tesla Applications for SEM Camera Modules Samsung Electro-Mechanics (SEM) is discussing a potential supply deal with Tesla for camera modules. SEM is based in Chachoengsao, Thailand and mainly produces electronic components for smartphones, automobiles, ...

Samsung SDI to build 4680 pilot line in Cheonan

Samsung SDI is preparing a pilot line for the production of 4680 battery cells for Tesla at its Cheonan plant in South Korea, according to Korean media. The first equipment for the production lines is said to have already ...

Samsung SDI reportedly building pilot line for Tesla 4680 battery cells: report

It appears that Tesla will be getting 4680 cells from another prolific battery manufacturer. As noted in recent reports, Samsung SDI is reportedly preparing a pilot line for 4680 battery cells at its Cheonan plant in South Korea. Tesla’s ...

Tesla 4680 cell: Samsung is building a pilot production line to build the new battery

Tesla’s upcoming 4680 battery cell / Source: Tesla Samsung SDI is reportedly setting up a new pilot production line to build 4680 battery cells for Tesla. It will be the third manufacturer to try to secure a volume contract ...

Samsung SDI develops shorter cylindrical cells

According to Korean media, Samsung SDI is not only developing 4680-format battery cells for Tesla but also shorter cells with the same diameter for other car manufacturers. One potential customer is probably from Germany. The Korean publication The Elec, ...

Tesla secures multibillion-dollar deal with Samsung for new cameras for self-driving

Tesla has reportedly secured a multibillion-dollar deal with Samsung to get new cameras for its self-driving sensor suite. Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) program relies on cameras to get imagery to feed its neural nets. Unlike most other self-driving programs, ...

Rumor: Samsung SDI Developing Various 4680 Cylindrical Batteries

Reportedly, one of the versions is slightly shorter (between 60 to 80 mm).

Stellantis and Samsung SDI to in Joint Venture for Lithium-ion Battery Production Plant U.S.

Stellantis N.V. and Samsung SDI announced that they have executed binding, definitive agreements to establish an electric-vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana. Targeted to start in 2025, the plant aims to have an initial annual production capacity of ...

Stellantis & Samsung to build joint battery factory in Kokomo

Stellantis and Samsung SDI have signed a definitive, binding agreement to build a joint battery factory. The previously announced plant is to be located in Kokomo in the US state of Indiana, with construction to begin this year. The ...

Stellantis & Samsung SDI to Invest Over $2.5 Billion in US Lithium-Ion Battery Production Plant

Stellantis N.V. and Samsung SDI have announced plans to establish an electric-vehicle battery manufacturing facility in Kokomo, Indiana, U.S. Targeted to start in 2025, the plant aims to have an initial annual production capacity of 23 gigawatt hours (GWh), ...

Stellantis and Samsung SDI Will Build EV Batteries at a New Indiana Plant

What’s happening Stellantis and Samsung SDI announced a new $2.5 billion EV battery plant in Indiana. Why it matters Stellantis might be slightly behind the rest of the crowd with regards to EVs, but a new battery plant could give ...

Stellantis And Samsung SDI To Build Battery Gigafactory In Indiana

It will start in 2025 with an initial manufacturing capacity of 23 GWh annually (more in the following years).

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