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By The EV Café Team
By The EV Café Team

By The EV Café Team
By The EV Café Team

By Paul Kirby
The extension of the plug-in van and truck grant is undeniably good news. It provides the financial certainty needed to spark a new wave of electric vehicle adoption in the commercial sector. However, for this momentum to be sustained, the government must now act with the same urgency to build the infrastructure that will enable these vehicles to be a productive and profitable part of the UK's economy.

By John Curtis
The EV Café Deliver The First Dedicated Electric-Only Leasing Comparison Platform

By John Curtis
Car buyers can access grants of up to £3,750 for EVs with a list price of £37,000 or below. The highest grant amounts are reserved for the greenest models, but China may lose out.

By The EV Café Team
The EV Cafe is deeply concerned by the recent passing of President Donald Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act," a piece of legislation that signals a stark and regrettable shift away from a sustainable energy future for the United States.

Published 24 Dec 2025
This week Paul and John welcome Lyndsey Hetherington, EV Charging Specialist at Drax Electric Vehicles. Lyndsey shares her unique journey from starting out in van and truck marketing to becoming a key player in helping fleets transition to zero-emission transport. She reflects on her formative years at Elmtronics, the challenges of building trust in a new industry, and how she balances career ambitions with the joys and chaos of family life. Discover: * The North East’s pioneering role as the home of EVs in the UK. * How real relationships, trust, and open advice can drive fleet electrification. * Insights into Drax’s renewable energy mission and the truth behind the headlines. * Lyndsey’s personal journey of growth and embracing change. * Why her magic wand wish is simply for a world filled with positive vibes and less negativity around EVs! ### Lyndsey Hetherington (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndseyhetherington/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/lyndseyhetherington/) ### Drax Electric Vehicles (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/drax-electric-vehicles/?originalSubdomain\=uk](https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/drax-electric-vehicles/?originalSubdomain=uk)

Published 17 Dec 2025
This week, the EV Café team goes live at Fleet Mobility Live with a very special guest: Dale Eynon, former Head of Fleet at the Environment Agency and now a semi-retired consultant, passionate environmentalist, and mentor to the next generation of fleet leaders. With over 20 years’ experience managing 10,000+ diverse assets—from cars, vans and HGVs to marine vessels and heavy plant—Dale shares his journey from incident management into fleet, and the steep learning curve that followed. He reflects on: * The evolution of electric fleets – from early Nissan Leafs and Mitsubishi i-MiEvs to today’s 500-mile EVs * Winning hearts and minds to accelerate EV adoption and break down early myths * The van and 4x4 challenge – why rural operations, towing, and depot-free fleets remain one of the final frontiers for electrification * The power of BIK incentives and TCO modelling in driving fleet transitions * Culture, people, and resilience – key lessons from leading through change Dale also opens up about his “semi-early retirement”, his love of low-carbon travel, and his commitment to supporting the next generation of fleet professionals through the AFP and industry mentorship. If you want insight from someone who’s seen it all in the shift to zero emissions—and still believes the best is yet to come—this episode is for you. ## Dale Eynon (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-eynon-252a644](https://www.linkedin.com/in/dale-eynon-252a644)

Published 10 Dec 2025
This week, Paul and Sara (a.k.a. The Sazmanator) sit down with Rebecca Denyer, co-founder of Sebring Works, the innovative British company hand-building retro-inspired electric sports cars! Rebecca shares the remarkable journey from a classic car enthusiast and accountant to an EV pioneer, creating stunning 1950s and 60s-style electric cars that combine nostalgia, performance, and sustainability. Discover how Sebring Works: * Builds handcrafted, zero-emission sports cars on their own EV skateboard platform * Balances classic car charm with modern reliability and 240+ miles of real-world range * Champions collaboration in the low-volume automotive sector * Explores sustainable manufacturing, including plant-fibre car bodies grown locally * Brings joy to drivers with what they now call the “Sebring Smile” This episode is all about innovation, resilience, and the power of pursuing your passion responsibly—while leaving a legacy for the next generation. If you’ve ever dreamed of a classic car without the oil leaks, breakdowns, or guilt, this one will make you smile. ## Rebecca Denyer (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-denyer/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebecca-denyer/) ## Sebring Works [https://www.sebring-design.com](https://www.sebring-design.com/)

Published 03 Dec 2025
In another live-recorded episode, Paul and John sit down with Sarah Gray, Head of Zero Emission Vehicle Strategy & Development at Dawsongroup Vans. We talk about: * Falling into the automotive world and never looking back * Overcoming redundancy and imposter syndrome with the help of a business coach * Supporting fleets on their transition to electric vans * The real challenges of productivity and charging infrastructure for commercial EVs * Dawson Group’s bold investment in renewable energy, solar canopies, and large-scale charging solutions * The importance of confidence-building, collaboration, and thinking outside the box Sarah’s passion for helping fleets decarbonise, coupled with her infectious energy, makes this a must-listen for anyone navigating the road to zero-emission transport. And yes, the episode wraps with the EV Café magic wand tradition (or is it a 2 by 4?) ### Sarah Gray (LinkedIn) [https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-gray-aa62a92/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-gray-aa62a92/) ### Dawnsongroup Vans [https://www.dawsongroupvans.co.uk](https://www.dawsongroupvans.co.uk)



