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Bedeo confirms eLCV delivery milestone and Stellantis approval for electric retrofits
Electric vehicle supplier and manufacturer Bedeo has scored two major wins with announcements of a new delivery milestone and latest approval from Stellantis.
Northern Lighthouse Board cuts fleet incidents by almost 40%
The Northern Lighthouse Board (NLB) has slashed the number of fleet driver incidents by 40% and significantly improved fleet management efficiencies in a new partnership with … Read More »
AA Business Services appoints product marketing manager
The AA has expanded its Business Services marketing team with the appointment of Sue Akam as product marketing manager.
Activate Group to fast-track growth with new investment
Activate Group is fuelling growth plans for its accident repair management business under a major investment deal with Elysian Capital.
Wales & West Utilities to trial hydrogen van and fuel ecosystem
Gas distribution network Wales & West Utilities (WWU) is starting trials of a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) and fuel ecosystem this month in a … Read More »
Highest-mileage drivers could avert need for new oil by going electric
The UK’s highest-mileage drivers could save all of the oil expected to be extracted from new licences if they ditched fossil fuels and went electric instead.
SBL Couriers turns white van men green and saves £1.9m
A London-based courier company has saved £1.9m by switching to electric vans, cutting its costs and carbon footprint.
Rho Motion report sets out 2024 EV and battery predictions
Rho Motion, a leading research house into electric vehicles and the energy transition, has published a new report on the prospects for 2024 across the EV … Read More »
Zemo study indicates major eco savings from switch to renewable fuels
Renewable fuels can make a cost-effective, immediate and significant contribution to meeting UK targets to cut greenhouse gas emissions on the pathway to net zero.
Half of cars too big for parking spaces in trend for ‘autobesity’
New cars are getting too big for British roads while “spilling out of parking spaces”, according to new research.
Oxford to get carbon-free deliveries in Evri partnership
Parcel delivery firm Evri has partnered with local cargo bike delivery business Pedal & Post to provide carbon-free deliveries in Oxford’s Zero Emission Zone.
Wenzel’s car fleet goes electric with help of VWFS Fleet
Wenzel’s the Bakers is reducing fleet costs and lifting overall business sustainability by transitioning to electric vehicles.
IAM RoadSmart to debut online risk management system at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
IAM RoadSmart is returning to the Great British Fleet Event for 2024 to showcase its latest developments in fleet road risk management.
Boost for London’s Santander Cycles with 1,400 new e-bikes and day passes
Transport for London (TfL) and Santander are boosting the capital’s cycle scheme with 1,400 new e-bikes and the return of the day pass.
Grey continues to top fleet choice for new car colours
Fleets continued to favour monochrome for new car colour schemes in 2023, new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveal.
Goupil G4s cut emissions and ensure Clean Air Zone compliance for university fleet
Newcastle University has bolstered its fleet of utility vehicles with the addition of two Goupil G4s from Bradshaw EV.
New Ford Transit Courier starts first deliveries
The first examples of the new Transit Courier are arriving with fleets across Europe, followed by the electric E-Transit Courier later this year.
KGM confirms imminent launch of Torres SUV in ICE and electric guise
KGM Motors, previously SsangYong, has confirmed that its Torres SUV will launch in the UK this quarter in both ICE and electric versions.
Subaru Crosstrek arrives as XV successor
Subaru has launched the Crosstrek crossover in the UK, succeeding the outgoing XV.
Clenergy EV joins Octopus Electroverse to expand charging access in Wales
Clenergy EV has joined Octopus Energy’s Electroverse EV roaming service, further opening up charging access for drivers.
Vauxhall partners with Ryze to develop hydrogen refuelling solutions for van fleets
Vauxhall is working with UK company Ryze Hydrogen to develop hydrogen refuelling solutions that will help fleets to adopt hydrogen vans.
Trak Global Security Solutions wins investment to support MBO
Trak Global Security Solutions has received a £9.75m investment from Foresight Group to back its management buyout and growth plans.
Updated Ford Kuga lands with improved hybrids and new Active model
Ford has given its bestselling Kuga SUV a mid-life facelift, adding in a new Active model and enhanced hybrid engines.
Targa Telematics expands insurance work with Drive-It acquisition
Targa Telematics is launching a new solution for the insurance sector following its acquisition of Drive-It.
Glenmorangie goes electric with Nissan Ariya coupé crossovers
One of the world’s most famous whisky distilleries is making the transition to electric motoring with the help of Nissan.
MoDel achieves record vehicle handovers on back of soaring fleet sales
MoDel, the vehicle movement solution from Ebbon Automotive, has broken through the one million vehicle handover barrier for the first time with the help of strong … Read More »
Hyundai facelifts Bayon compact SUV for 2024
Hyundai has upgraded its Bayon compact SUV with new design and technology features for 2024.
ZenAuto expands offering with business contract hire for SMEs
ZenAuto, the direct-to-consumer brand from leasing company Zenith, has launched a business contract hire (BCH) proposition for small- to medium-sized companies.
Kit Wisdom appointed Tusker MD as CEO Paul Gilshan steps down
Kit Wisdom has assumed leadership at salary sacrifice specialist Tusker as CEO Paul Gilshan steps down.
Feasibility for van fleets to share EV charging comes under AFP focus
A new committee exploring the practicalities of electric van fleets sharing charging infrastructure has launched from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
