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As uncertainty seems to dominate the future of fleet transition, the need for clarity has never been greater. Whether relating to infrastructure, regulation, technology or the broader energy landscape, today's decision-makers are grappling with more questions than ever. The BVRLA’s Fleets in Charge Conference 2025 has gathered sector leaders with the experience, insight, and authority to address the issues that matter most.

Equipping attendees with insights on how the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate is impacting the sector, and what members can do to prepare, the Fleets in Charge Conference will begin with a session from Department for Transport senior officials, touching on the ZEV Mandate, legislation and policy concerns.

This year’s Fleets in Charge Conference will focus on the realities of the electric vehicle transition – where progress is being made, where challenges remain, and how the sector can move forward with clarity and confidence. The BVRLA is hosting the conference on 2 July, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and fleet professionals to discuss the key issues shaping the future of rental and leasing.

The terms and application of the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate will be a central topic discussed at the upcoming Fleets in Charge Conference. As decarbonisation regulations continue to be a critical issue over the coming months, the full-day conference will look at their specific impact on vehicle rental, leasing and fleet management.

Today (1 April) is the day Government is removing EVs’ exemption from vehicle excise duty (VED) and new EVs worth more than £40,000 will also incur the expensive car supplement. The potential impact of these extra costs and other factors influencing consumer demand will be addressed at the BVRLA’s EV-focused Fleets in Charge Conference.

Whether considering effective management of vehicles while on fleet, or what to be aware of at the end of the vehicle cycle, the dedicated workstreams of Vehicle and Fleet Management (VFM) and Residual Value and Remarketing (RVR) Forums keep members fully informed.

Aftermarket challenges and the pressing skills shortage in the EV sector will be explored in an expert panel, chaired by Vincent St Claire of Fleet Assist, at the BVRLA’s Fleets in Charge Conference in July.

The Department for Transport (DfT) announced last week that the UK has reached the landmark of 75,000 public chargers.

A panel of industry experts will delve into some of the biggest challenges and opportunities in driving EV adoption at the BVRLA’s Fleets in Charge Conference in July.

With just a short time left to secure the Early Bird rate for the BVRLA’s Fleets in Charge Conference 2025, members can make a saving and make sure they don’t miss out on the chance to gain expert insights, engage with policymakers, and connect with industry leaders.

The BVRLA’s Head of Decarbonisation & Future Mobility, Catherine Bowen has been named as one of the sector’s ‘most influential’ representatives. Catherine features as number 18 on the Greenfleet ‘GF100 Most Influential’ list for 2025; everyone on the list is recognised for their success in decarbonising fleet and transport.

The Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Mandate is now in force and reshaping the fleet industry. But as government targets tighten, a critical challenge remains: How do we stimulate EV demand?