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Andersen launches business-focused charging point

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Charging point manufacturer, Andersen EV, has launched a new-generation ‘premium’ unit designed to offer businesses full control over the way their vehicles top up.

First Drive: Kia Picanto X-Line

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Kia’s top-spec Picanto hopes to tempt drivers out of compact SUVs, explains Alex Grant.

Anglian Water rolls out PAYG charging network

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Anglian Water has installed a network of Rolec EV charging points at six offices across the East of England, catering for its own fleet as well … Read More »

Renault Master to keep Welsh outpatients mobile

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The Welsh Ambulance Services NHS Trust (WAST) has replaced 67 of its non-emergency ambulance fleet with new Renault Masters, funded by the Welsh Government.

SEAT UK removes options range-wide

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SEAT will no longer offer optional extras across the model range, aimed at simplifying the ordering process following positive pilot on the Arona compact SUV.

Updated Honda HR-V launches without diesel

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Honda is claiming higher-quality materials and improved refinement from its refreshed HR-V SUV, but early versions won’t be available with a diesel engine.

Mini Clubman City targets fleets

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Mini has revived the ‘City’ trim level, first used in the 1970s, as a version of the Clubman aimed at fleet and business customers.

Mazda rolls out Apple CarPlay upgrade

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Mazda is introducing Apple CarPlay connectivity as a £350 upgrade for new and existing vehicles with the MZD Connect infotainment system, available from September.

PHEVs now 67% of ALD company car orders

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Two thirds of ALD Automotive’s company car drivers have opted for plug-in hybrids so far this year, according to the leasing company, almost halving its fleet-wide … Read More »

V4B launches short-term car and van hire

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Leasing broker Vehicles for Business (V4B Group) has launched a short-term hire service said to recognise growing business and consumer demand for vehicles up to 12 … Read More »

Almost half of fleets unaware of Clean Air Zones, BVRLA warns

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The BVRLA is calling for more clarity over clean air zones, following research showing 40% of small and medium size businesses are unaware of the plans, … Read More »

LeasePlan launches direct used car service in the UK

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LeasePlan has launched its CarNext service in the UK – a digital platform enabling the leasing giant to sell, lease or offer subscription-based usership for ex-fleet … Read More »

Bowmark sells Nexus Vehicle Rental stake for £142m

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Bowmark Capital has sold its majority share of Nexus Vehicle Rental to Phoenix Equity Partners for £142m, following four consecutive years of growth for the mobility … Read More »

Engine and styling updates for Suzuki Vitara SUV

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Suzuki will launch a revised version of its best-selling Vitara compact SUV in September, featuring two turbocharged petrol engines and no diesel version.

Listen to fleets’ ULEV needs, Government told

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The Government is missing an opportunity to drive uptake of ultra-low emission vehicles by not addressing the needs of fleets with a joined-up strategy of incentives, … Read More »

LeasePlan UK adds to management board

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LeasePlan UK has appointed two new management board members, aimed at strengthening relationships with customers and broadening its ‘Car as a Service’ propositions.

Drivers’ sight tests needed every ten years, says GEM

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Road safety organisation, GEM Motoring Assist, is calling for compulsory eyesight screening for drivers every ten years, in line with licence renewals.

Ford targets grocery fleets with new Transit variant

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Ford has introduced a Transit skeletal chassis cab, said to open up opportunities for a multitude of body conversions – including grocery delivery vans.

Skoda Kodiaq gets luxurious flagship trim

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Skoda has added a flagship Laurin & Klement trim level to the Kodiaq SUV, priced from £35,945.

Electric vehicles ‘no solution’ to UK air quality

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Emissions Analytics has warned the Government not to focus on electric vehicles as the solution to improving air quality, with diesel engines already offering a viable … Read More »

Mazda CX-5 diesels gain AdBlue injection

6 years ago / 1 comments

Mazda UK has updated the CX-5’s 2.2-litre diesel engines in line with the facelifted Mazda6, adding NOx-reducing Selective Catalytic Reduction (SCR) to its best-seller for the … Read More »

EV accreditation needed for roadside recoveries, IMI warns

6 years ago / 0 comments

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is warning recovery companies and emergency services that their personnel will need additional accreditation and qualifications before dealing with … Read More »

SsangYong unveils updated Turismo MPV

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SsangYong has revealed an updated version of the seven-seat Turismo MPV, with styling more in line with the new Rexton SUV and Musso pickup.

Venson study suggests EV knowledge gap

6 years ago / 0 comments

Half of motorists don’t envisage moving to electric or hybrid vehicles within the next 10-15 years, according to a study from Venson Automotive Solutions, highlighting limited … Read More »

Weaker Pound drives thriving Irish used car market

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Exports of British-registered used cars to Ireland have increased almost 50% since the EU Referendum, said to be due to the weaker Pound, according to new … Read More »

First ever A-Class saloon due for 2019 UK launch

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Mercedes-Benz will launch its first ever A-Class Saloon in Europe later this year, said to offer class-leading rear headroom and CO2 emissions from 107g/km.

Interview: Nick Laird, managing director, SsangYong

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New products and top-level changes are driving renewed interest in fleet at SsangYong Motor UK – and managing director, Nick Laird, reckons it’s playing to the … Read More »

Electric car club launches in Greenwich

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The Royal Borough of Greenwich and Enterprise Car Club have partnered to launch an electric car sharing club in the borough’s Low Emission Neighbourhood (LEN), with … Read More »

BNP Paribas appoints new head of equipment and logistics

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BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions UK has appointed Mark Richards to head up its asset finance division, focused on the materials handling, construction and commercial vehicles markets.

Kia hints at pricing for electric Niro SUV

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Kia has launched the Niro EV in its home market, hinting that the 280-mile electric SUV will be priced at around £33,000 when it comes to … Read More »