Alex Grant
Toyota drops diesel for three core fleet models
Toyota has shown full hybrid versions of the Corolla, Camry and RAV4 at the Paris Motor Show, each offering lower CO2 emissions than the diesel models … Read More »
New B-Class will be RDE2 certified
Mercedes-Benz will launch the new B-Class MPV with an RDE2-certified diesel engine, which should mean it avoids the UK’s 4% Benefit-in-Kind surcharge.
Renault confirms full hybrid Clio, Captur and Megane
Renault will launch hybrid and plug-in hybrid versions of the Clio, Captur and Megane starting from 2020, enabling customers to “go electric without changing their habits,” … 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 »
Interview: Albert Chu, Masternaut
Telematics giant Masternaut is laying the foundations for a more data-rich future, and vice president of strategy and marketing, Albert Chu, reckons fleets need to take … Read More »
Interview: Edward Kulperger, Geotab
With a growing global customer base, Canada-based telematics company, Geotab, reckons there’s untapped value for vehicle data that goes far beyond the traditional fleet-focused use case, … Read More »
Case Study: How the University of Birmingham made EVs a core component
With entries now open for this year’s Energy Saving Trust Fleet Heroes awards, we take a look back at the innovations that earned last year’s winners … Read More »
DS 7 Crossback PHEV targets sub-50g/km CO2
DS Automobiles will add a 296bhp plug-in hybrid to the flagship DS 7 Crossback SUV next year, offering CO2 emissions of under 50g/km on the WLTP … Read More »
Peugeot shows 49g/km PHEV 3008 and 508
Peugeot is to launch high-performance plug-in hybrid versions of the 3008 SUV, and the new 508 and 508 SW this autumn, offering CO2 emissions of 49g/km … Read More »
Porsche calls time on diesel
Porsche is not reintroducing diesel engines back into its range, claiming the fuel had a ‘secondary role’ and that it will instead focus on meeting demand … Read More »
BMW and Daimler to form urban mobility joint venture
The BMW Group and Daimler AG have formed a 50/50 joint venture to establish a standalone mobility services company, set to operate across Europe.
Lexus ES to undercut outgoing GS saloon
Lexus has started taking pre-orders for the new ES executive saloon, with pricing around £1,000 less than the GS it replaces in Western Europe.
Seat Tarraco targets corporate fleets
Seat is targeting ongoing growth with large corporate fleets with the forthcoming Tarraco seven-seat SUV, with options set to include a plug-in hybrid version after launch.
FCA Group to launch fleet telematics system
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is launching a telematics service for fleets next month, utilising the on-board data connection fitted to its latest models.
Mercedes-Benz electric SUV sets sights on the I-Pace
Mercedes-Benz is to launch a long-range, high-performance electric SUV next year, rivalling the Jaguar I-Pace, Audi E-Tron and Tesla Model X.
Two minutes to help drive tax reform for fleets
Fleets are being invited to help raise Government awareness of the problems facing the fleet industry, by supporting an online petition.
New engines and saloon pricing for A-Class
Mercedes-Benz has extended the A-Class range with a new petrol engine and four-wheel drive for the hatchback, and pricing for the first ever Saloon version.
Audi starts production of E-Tron electric SUV
Audi has started production of the e-tron electric SUV at its factory in Brussels, ahead of the first deliveries due by the end of the year.
Road Test: Ford Ecosport ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost (140PS)
Ford hopes to add a bit of Fiesta appeal to its sportiest compact SUV, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Polo GTI
The Polo takes its best shot yet at the junior hot hatch class. By Alex Grant.
How you can help save the company car
Fleet World is inviting drivers, operators and decision-makers to have their say about the future of the company car sector, launching a petition to help raise … Read More »
Toyota and Uber extend autonomous car partnership
Toyota and Uber are to co-develop an autonomous ride-sharing service, scheduled to launch in 2021.
Toyota Corolla to return to Europe
The replacement for the Toyota Auris will be named ‘Corolla’, bringing Europe in line with other global markets for the first time since 2006.
HMRC still stalling on PHEV mileage rates
HM Revenue and Customs has confirmed Advisory Fuel Rates valid from 1 September, including electric vehicles for the first time but not plug-in hybrids, despite ongoing … Read More »
Road Test: Ford Mustang GT Convertible
In a country full of German drop-tops, can a five-litre Mustang make sense? Alex Grant finds out.
Vauxhall previews 2019 Corsa
Vauxhall has previewed some of the design cues of the 2019 Corsa, with a new electric coupe-SUV concept car.
Road Test: Suzuki Swift Sport
Replacing a cult classic, Alex Grant finds out if the grown up new Swift Sport has lost its edge.
London lamp posts to plug EV charging gaps
Transport for London has awarded contracts to some of the UK’s largest charging point manufacturers to roll out 1,150 charging points across the boroughs by the … Read More »
First Drive: Jeep Renegade
The junior Jeep is taking a step towards a diesel-free future, explains Alex Grant
Alfen event aims to helps fleets go electric
Fleet operators looking to add electric vehicles or charging points to their business are invited to discuss the technology with experts, at an event hosted by … Read More »