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BVRLA x Babington apprentice scheme announced

The BVRLA has confirmed a partnership that will give members access to high-quality, industry-relevant training programmes designed to upskill teams, support career progression, and strengthen professional standards across the industry. Confirmed as part of National Apprenticeship Week 2026, the relationship with Babington will support widespread skills development across the vehicle rental, leasing and fleet sector.

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New website for employment changes

Following the passing of the Employment Rights Act 2025, it is important that employers are aware and prepared for how employment laws and workers' rights are changing.

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The EV transition needs confidence, not confusion

January’s registration figures didn’t show an eye-catching swing for electric car demand in either direction, but the fact they haven’t moved much at all year on year could be an early warning sign.

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Fleets in Charge Conference Returns – 1 July 2026

The BVRLA’s annual Fleets in Charge Conference is a must-attend for fleet industry professionals, offering a full day of thought-provoking sessions, networking opportunities, and insights into the latest industry innovations.

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Vans dip while new car market grows in January

New light commercial vehicle (LCV) registrations fell by -7.8% in the first month of 2026. Figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) report 17,562 vans, pickups and 4x4s joining UK roads, the weakest start to a year since 2012’s 16,049 registrations.

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Members invited to rate manufacturer services

The BVRLA is running its Leasing - OEM relationship survey for the third consecutive year through late February and into March and would like as many leasing companies to participate as possible.

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FCA and SRA claims warning

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) have issued a joint warning to claims management companies (CMCs) and law firms involved in motor finance commission claims.

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New tax guidance factsheets

The BVRLA has published two new guidance factsheets, covering the easement to mitigate increasing tax liabilities of Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle (PHEV) company cars, and the upcoming increase in Vehicle Excise Duty Expensive Car Supplement for zero-emission cars.

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What’s Next for Electric Vans?

Last week, the BVRLA brought together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss progress on the Zero Emission Van Plan and the steps still needed to accelerate adoption. Kindly sponsored by Sarah Edwards MP, the event took place at the House of Commons, Westminster.

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Fuel Finder Scheme goes live

A new government initiative, the Fuel Finder Scheme, now requires all UK petrol stations and fuel retailers to share their fuel prices with third-party apps and websites within 30 minutes of any change. The aim is to help drivers compare prices more easily and encourage greater competition between fuel retailers.

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UK's first megawatt-eHGV charging hub opens

The first megawatt-scale eHGV charging hub has now opened in the UK, with a new site in the East Midlands helping to charge up Kuehne+Nagel’s growing electric truck fleet.

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RVR Forum: what to expect in 2026

The first RVR Forum of the year will take place on Thursday 12 February at BCA in Perry Barr, Birmingham looking forward into the next eleven months of 2026.

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