Natalie Middleton
Tevva prepares to call in administrators while seeking rescue deal
British electric truck manufacturer Tevva has confirmed that it’s preparing to call in administrators while seeking a rescue deal.
Vauxhall Frontera gets 248-mile EV range and seven-seat option
Vauxhall has premiered its new Frontera SUV, launching later this year in both battery electric and petrol mild hybrid variants.
National Highways spearheads fleet electrification with Toyota bZ4X electric SUV
National Highways is deploying 51 Toyota bZ4X electric SUVs on its fleet, supporting its work to go net zero.
AA Business Services launches online breakdown reporting tool for SME fleets
AA Business Services has introduced an online breakdown reporting tool for small- to medium-sized businesses (SMEs), slashing vehicle offroad (VOR) times.
More than four out of 10 Brits believe myth that EVs catch fire easily
Negative tabloid and social media coverage means more than four out of 10 people (43%) think electric vehicles catch fire easily, new research shows.
Seven out of 10 fleets open to new manufacturers
More than seven out of 10 fleets (71%) are open to introducing manufacturers which are new to the UK to their choice lists, research shows.
Majority of van drivers now say EVs are more cost effective to run
The majority of British van drivers agree now that electric vans are more cost effective to run.
Ayvens goes live with rebranded Carmarket used vehicle marketplace
Ayvens has launched its newly rebranded Avyens Carmarket used car remarketing platform globally.
Upgraded SEAT Leon gets new-gen plug-in hybrid and digital tech
SEAT has revamped its Leon family car with latest-generation plug-in hybrid and petrol engines alongside new digital technologies.
Cost of highway charging is barrier to fleet EV adoption, warns AFP
The cost of highway charging is pricing some fleets out of electric vehicle adoption, the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) has warned.
ChargePlace Scotland EV network now available via Allstar Chargepass
Fleet drivers with electric vehicles can now access the ChargePlace Scotland charging network via the Allstar Chargepass solution.
UK company creates mobile EV charging solution to help military go electric
Electric vehicle charging specialist Solus Power is working with global defence and security company QinetiQ to revolutionise and support the evolving electrified military landscape.
Clarity needed on imminent Automated Vehicles Bill, says Thatcham
Thatcham Research has welcomed the imminent assent of the landmark Automated Vehicles Bill – but warned that some insurance questions on liability and cybersecurity remain unanswered.
Used car market remains significantly volatile, cautions Cox Automotive
The UK used car market could see up to 7.7 million transactions by the end of the year, but significant volatility could dampen prospects, Cox Automotive … Read More »
FORS welcomes Pedal Me as first accredited e-cargo bike operator
FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has expanded into the e-cargo bikes sector with the arrival of Pedal Me as the first accredited fleet bicycle operator.
M25 reopened hours ahead of schedule following weekend closure
The Surrey-stretch of the M25 reopened last night seven hours ahead of schedule following closure for roadworks.
Qwello builds pan-European charging solution with Park & Charge acquisition
EV charging infrastructure specialist Qwello is acquiring Park & Charge, a leading Dutch charge point operator, creating a pan-European charging platform.
DMN expansion continues as fleet services demand rises
DMN Group, the Birmingham-based national vehicle movement, inspection and fleet support business, is extending its nationwide storage capacity with the commissioning of two new hubs.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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Quarter of car occupants who die in road crashes not wearing a seatbelt
One in four car drivers and passengers killed in road crashes weren’t wearing a seatbelt – rising to two in five (41%) for crashes that occur … Read More »
Weekend closures announced for southbound Blackwall Tunnel
Transport for London (TfL) has announced closures to the southbound Blackwall Tunnel across a number of weekends in May and June to help support carriageway works.
SVA gifts Nissan Leaf to help firefighters deal with EV road collisions
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) has donated a Nissan Leaf to West Sussex Fire and Rescue to support its firefighters’ EV education.
M25 set for second full weekend closure on Surrey stretch from tonight
Drivers are being warned again to expect delays and only travel if necessary near junctions 9-10 on the M25 from tonight.
Runyourfleet recognised for innovation by King’s Award for Enterprise
Multifleet Vehicle Management, which trades as Runyourfleet, has been recognised for innovation by the King’s Award for Enterprise.
Price overtakes battery as main factor for drivers to go electric, finds Venson
Price rather than battery range is now the main consideration for drivers switching to EVs, Venson Automotive Solutions has found.
Fleet input vital to shape graduated driving licences proposals, says FleetCheck
Proposals announced in Parliament earlier this week for a new Graduated Driving Licences Bill should incorporate fleet expertise and experience, according to FleetCheck.
Widespread increase in vehicle downtime for fleets
Almost one in five fleets (18%) have seen car and van downtime rise over the last 12-18 months, new research shows.
Facelifted Škoda Octavia available to order now
Order books are open for the revised Škoda Octavia, complete with a new front-end, upgraded specification and a power boost for the range-topping vRS.
Used car sales hit five-year high as EVs reach record share
The UK’s used car market grew 6.5% to almost two million units in the first quarter of 2024 – the strongest start to a year since … Read More »
ZEV order quotas creating dilemmas for van fleet replacements, warns AFP
Fleets ordering new diesel vans are being hit by eLCV quotas stipulated by manufacturers in response to the zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate.
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