net zero

Autoglass initiates sustainability initiatives

Autoglass has implemented a series of sustainability initiatives this year aimed at reducing its carbon footprint. This year’s COP26 climate summit called upon fleet-owning businesses to commit to achieving a […]

EV grants slashed by government

The government has slashed grants for electric cars and vans, meaning only about 20 EVs are still eligible. The announcement means that grants for EVs have been reduced from a […]

Toyota makes £35bn EV pledge

Toyota has announced it will invest £35bn into electric vehicle development with the aim of selling upwards of 3.5 million EV units by 2030. It will launch 30 new EV […]

SYNETIQ secures silver accreditation

SYNETIQ has become the first in its sector to become a Silver Carbon Literate Organisation. The accreditation further underlines SYNETIQ’s commitment to embedding sustainability across its operations. The business has […]

Green-lit road to the bodyshop Awards

It is no secret that our industry is a substantial consumer of fossil fuels and a sizeable producer of CO2. It’s also no secret that many independent repairers, suppliers and […]

Budget a missed opportunity for EVs

The BVRLA has criticised the government for not doing enough to support the electric vehicle revolution in yesterday’s Autumn Budget. Electric vehicles are a fundamental aspect of the UK’s commitment […]

Government urged to support EV van transition

The government has been urged to develop a support package of incentives to encourage the uptake of zero emission vans. Business leaders and sustainable transport campaigners have written to Chancellor […]

Mixed response to government’s net zero plans

The government has announced its net zero strategy, which includes substantial investment in the automotive industry to support an accelerated switch to electric vehicles. As part of the drive to […]

BASF signs environmental pact

BASF’s Automotive Refinish division has teamed up with ECA Business Energy to help it achieve carbon neutral growth until 2030 as part of its mission to achieve net zero status […]

Free carbon training course announced

Vehicle salvage and dismantling company Synetiq is hosting a free online accredited carbon literacy training course on 1 November. The course includes sustainability-based training highlighting the changes that need to […]