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Škoda previews facelifted Octavia ahead of Valentine’s Day reveal

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Škoda has given a sneak preview of its facelifted Octavia hatch and estate ahead of a full reveal on 14 February.

Mini Cooper family expands with arrival of petrol power

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Mini, which is debuting at this year’s Great British Fleet Event, has unveiled two new petrol-powered Cooper models to join the all-electric version of its three-door … Read More »

Robust risk management key to controlling EV insurance premiums, fleets find

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Adopting a back-to-basics approach to risk management on electric vehicles could help operators keep EV premiums under control, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.

New Nissan Interstar unveiled with fully electric version

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Nissan has debuted its new-generation Interstar large van, delivering more space, versatility and its first-ever fully electric variant.

Ford ‘Make it Visible’ campaign transforms mental health in construction sector

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A mental health and wellbeing campaign for the construction industry run in partnership with Ford is helping to transform lives across the industry.

Dramatic turnaround for used car values in January, BCA reports

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Average used car values at BCA rose 9.8% month-on-month in January, spelling an end to the downturn seen in the last quarter of 2023.

New BMW 5 Series Touring debuts with first-ever all-electric i5 Touring

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The all-new BMW 5 Series Touring is here at last, introducing latest digital innovations, more space and the first-ever pure electric version in the form of … Read More »

EVs and new mobility solutions help deliver 2.9% growth for Arval UK

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Arval has reported a 2.9% rise in its UK fleet for 2023, powered by the switch to electric vehicles and the rise of new mobility solutions.

New Mercedes-Benz eSprinter lands with 271-mile range and more tech

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Mercedes has opened orders for the new eSprinter, which delivers more range, technology and safety features for operators.

New carmakers confirmed for 2024 Great British Fleet Event

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BMW, Mini, Ford and Honda confirmed, alongside returning partners Mazda and MG

Four out of five drivers would prefer a spare wheel, AA research finds

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More than four-fifths (82%) of drivers would prefer to have a spare wheel in their boot rather than a tyre inflation kit, new AA research has … Read More »

Fewer than one in four would trust self-driving technology

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Fewer than one in four (23%) people say they would happily travel in a fully self-driving car, according to new research from Startline Motor Finance.

60,000th electric van joins UK roads as eLCV demand jumps 19.4%

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Rising electric van demand saw the 60,000th eLCV join UK roads in January, new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveal.

NEPO launches EV charging procurement framework agreement for public sector

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NEPO, the North East Procurement Organisation specialising in public sector procurement nationwide, has launched a new EV charging procurement framework agreement for the public sector.

UK arm of electric van maker Arrival enters administration

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The UK operations of struggling electric vehicle maker Arrival have gone into administration, putting 170 jobs at risk.

Government EV strategy ‘needs rapid recharge’, warns Lords committee

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The Government needs to “put its foot on the accelerator” if the UK is to transition to electric vehicles in time to meet net zero targets, … Read More »

Serversys integrates DAVIS to verify test driver eligibility

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Business solutions provider Serversys has integrated DAVIS into its business applications to gain from a faster, more efficient and cost-effective way to check drivers before test … Read More »

Wales & West Utilities starts month-long hydrogen van trials

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Wales & West Utilities (WWU) has started a one-month trial of First Hydrogen’s hydrogen fuel cell powered vehicle (FCEV) to assess the shift to hydrogen and … Read More »

Supermarkets charging ‘wildly different’ prices for fuel amid ‘postcode lottery’

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UK supermarket fuel prices can vary by as much as 14p a litre across the UK, leaving drivers exposed to a ‘postcode lottery’.

First local authorities approved for LEVI public charge point funding

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The Government has approved the first five local authorities in England to get EV charge point funding under its Local Electric Infrastructure (LEVI) Fund scheme.

UK’s millionth EV registered in January as fleet demand soars

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The UK’s millionth battery electric car (BEV) reached the road in January 2024, while the new car market grew and fleet demand continued to soar.

New funding to accelerate charge point rollout across UK

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The Government has launched a raft of new measures to boost EV charge point numbers, including grants for schools, cash for councils and proposals that could … Read More »

Abax appoints Wan Luo as chief technology officer

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Telematics company Abax has promoted head of engineering Wan Luo to the role of chief technology officer (CTO).

Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories

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This week’s top fleet industry stories…

Volkswagen Group sets up new company to harness AI potential

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Volkswagen Group has established a new ‘AI Lab’ that will develop digital prototypes based on artificial intelligence to spearhead new innovations.

British Gas slashes EV charging costs with new 4.95p/kWh offer

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British Gas is offering EV drivers the chance to slash charging costs to just 4.95p/kWh overnight under its Hive SmartCharge service.

Hyundai to supply Iveco with new electric van for Europe

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Hyundai and Iveco are teaming up to launch a new Iveco-badged electric light commercial vehicle in Europe.

New e-bike and e-scooter guidance to help mitigate fire risks

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The Department for Transport (DfT) has published guidance on how to safely purchase, charge and use e-bikes and e-scooters following a spate of fires.

Peugeot adds ChatGPT to line-up and extends E-3008 warranty to eight years

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Peugeot is rolling out ChatGPT across its car and van line-up while also launching a new, longer warranty for its new E-3008 SUV.

AA purchases Key Care to expand B2B product base

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The AA has acquired Key Care Ltd, expanding its portfolio into key insurance.