Tag : WLTP
Leasing firms to get real-time WLTP data via Jato and Sofico project
Leasing companies are now able to access real-time WLTP data under a partnership between Jato Dynamics and Sofico, ensuring fleets get accurate CO2 and fuel figures.
Testing Times: How fleets are faring from the switch to WLTP
Two years into the transition to the tougher WLTP fuel economy test, and there are few signs that the dust is settling. Alex Grant reports.
Fleets redrawing choice lists in response to WLTP
Almost one in six fleets are planning some form of restructuring to counter the impact of new WLTP test, according to new research from Arval.
WLTP review brings freeze on BiK and 0% EV rate
The long-awaited results of the Government’s WLTP review are now in, bringing an announced freeze on company car tax for fleet cars and the introduction of … Read More »
Volkswagen explains WLTP changes due in September
Mandatory for all newly registered vehicles with the second stage of the WLTP type test, Volkswagen has set about trying to explain the complicated emission standard … Read More »
WLTP unfairly advantaging petrol engines, study shows
The new WLTP test cycle is significantly underestimating the real-world fuel consumption and CO2 emissions of petrol vehicles, according to Emissions Analytics, potentially over-incentivising them against … Read More »
Government shelves WLTP tax decision
The Government has failed to shed any light over future company car tax (CCT) rates, including any action to mitigate the effects of WLTP, in today’s … Read More »
Kia e-Niro official range downgraded
Kia Motors Europe has revised the WLTP range figure for its forthcoming e-Niro SUV as it says the previously published figures had been incorrectly supplied by … Read More »
Almost half of cars still not WLTP tested, says Jato
Almost half of carmakers’ model ranges were not WLTP compliant at the start of October, according to Jato Dynamics, reflected by the Europe’s lowest September registrations … Read More »
Calls for better ULEV support, ahead of CO2 target vote
National governments and car manufacturers are being warned that they must better support Europe’s ultra-low emission vehicle market, ahead of the European Parliament vote on CO2 … Read More »
Take action now on WLTP changes, says ICFM
Fleets are being urged to start paving the way for the changes posed by the introduction of the Worldwide harmonised Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) rather … Read More »
Fleets need stronger links to Government, expert warns
The fleet industry needs stronger links to Government to avoid a repeat of the current ‘breakdown in communication’ that’s causing confusion among decision-makers, according to mid-term … Read More »
Fleet Evolution runs free consultancy offer
Fleet Evolution is offering free consultancy to small businesses for a limited period to help them navigate through the current maze of confusing legislation surrounding company cars.
Engine and styling updates for Suzuki Vitara SUV
Suzuki will launch a revised version of its best-selling Vitara compact SUV in September, featuring two turbocharged petrol engines and no diesel version.
Cap HPI launches WLTP solution
Cap HPI will launch a WLTP solution in September for users of its new vehicle data, following extensive testing in August.
Jaama Key2 vehicle management now WLTP friendly
Jaama’s vehicle management system, Key2, has been updated to maximise WLTP vehicle data.
WLTP uncertainty could hit used car market, warns VRA
Current stability in the used car market could be hit by uncertainty surrounding WLTP, hitting company cars in particular.
BMW completes WLTP re-testing
BMW Group has re-tested its entire model range under the new WLTP test cycle ahead of the September deadline, and has stressed that it can offer … Read More »
WLTP could curb SUV demand
Switching to the new WLTP fuel economy test cycle could mitigate drivers’ ongoing migration to SUVs due to the increased tax burden that such vehicles could face compared to … Read More »
Concerns raised over WLTP deadlines
The Department for Transport will not synchronise the publication of fuel economy and CO2 emissions data from the tougher new WLTP test cycle, raising concerns that … Read More »
Fleet fuels hit hardest by WLTP CO2 hikes
Diesel and plug-in hybrid vehicles are recording the biggest rises in CO2 emissions as a result of the new WLTP fuel economy cycle, already impacting on … Read More »
Tighter limits for WLTP and RDE tests
EU Member States have voted in favour of tighter limits on for cars and vans tested under the latest WLTP and RDE fuel consumption and emissions … Read More »
Fleet sales unlikely to spike ahead of WLTP
September’s introduction of new Worldwide harmonised Light-vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) regulations is unlikely to prompt a major spike in new car sales over the next few … Read More »
Government ‘forcing’ fleets away from diesel
Tax changes under the new fuel economy and exhaust emissions test regimes will force businesses away from diesel fleets as the Government looks to tackle urban … Read More »
Cap HPI integrates WLTP data
Cap HPI is taking action on integrating the additional data for the new Worldwide harmonised Light-vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) test cycle.
The £365m Diesel Tax Grab
Professor Colin Tourick is unconvinced by the company car tax reforms announced in the latest Budget.
Alphabet lists top five key market trends for 2018
Alphabet has published its list of the key market trends for 2018, which will see moves towards zero-emission/connected vehicles gather pace while WLTP and GDPR will … Read More »
Budget announcement on WLTP brings stability but BiK will still imminently rise
Confirmation in last week’s Budget that VED and Company Car Tax (CCT) will continue to be based on computer-generated NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) fuel economy and CO2 … Read More »
First WLTP results spell near-future tax burden for fleets
Vehicles re-tested under the new WLTP fuel economy cycle are recording “greater than expected” increases in CO2 emissions when figures are converted back to NEDC, JATO … Read More »
Small investment, Big return
Given the potential financial benefits of driver training, Professor Colin Tourick wonders why it isn’t more common for fleets to offer it to employees.