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The Energy Saving Trust (EST) has been announced as the headline sponsor of the EV & Low CO2 Fleet Show.

The one-day event will provide fleet decision makers and other fleet industry executives with all the latest information, advice and guidance on low-carbon strategies, including electric vehicles (EVs).

The low carbon show takes place on Wednesday 18 April, 2012, at the Silverstone racing circuit in Northamptonshire, where a wide range of electric, hybrid and other low-carbon vehicles will be available for driving.

Nigel Underdown, head of transport advice at the EST, a non-profit organisation jointly funded by the Government and private sector to help fight climate change and cut UK carbon dioxide emissions, said the show was “a perfect opportunity to discuss low carbon strategies with senior fleet decision makers”.

“This year is a really important year for electric vehicles and, while grants were launched last year, we now have more products, more infrastructure, new grants for vans and a much better understanding of how the business case for EVs stands up.

“The EV & Low CO2 Fleet Show is the perfect opportunity for us to share that with fleet decision makers keen to embrace a new generation of vehicles but not sure how well they will fit within their businesses,” he said.

The day will also include an interesting and informative seminar session presented by leading academics and top company executives. Full details will be announced nearer the event.

*Pictured: Nigel Underdown, head of transport advice at the EST