Natalie Middleton
Liberty plans for 10% of van fleet to go fully electric by 2024
Property services business Liberty has pledged to make 10% of its van fleet fully electric by 2024, supporting its carbon reduction work.
Kia’s flagship EV9 electric SUV: Prices and specifications
Kia has announced details of its EV9 all-electric range-topping SUV, which starts deliveries in early 2024.
A third of motorists don’t test-drive new cars, research indicates
Some one in three British motorists (29%) didn’t arrange a test drive with their most recent new car lease or purchase, a new study has revealed.
Hyundai reveals prices and specifications for Kona Electric
Hyundai has dropped details of the new Kona Electric, priced from £34,995 and delivering extra range and faster charging.
2024 Volkswagen T-Cross gets upgraded quality and infotainment
Volkswagen is revamping its T-Cross small SUV for 2024 with revamped design and enhanced quality.
Shell rolls out fuel management app to larger SMEs
SMEs with up to 30 vehicles can now access Shell Fleet Solutions’ fuel card management app, streamlining their fuel management.
Robust fleet and EV demand powers new car market rise
Continued strong demand for business cars and fully electric vehicles propelled the new car market to its 11th consecutive month of growth in June.
Herd Group to drive fleet management solution under new director
The Herd Group has appointed Danielle Davison as group fleet director, further advancing its work in fleet management.
Amazon rolls out first European electric delivery vans from Rivian
Amazon is rolling out its first electric delivery vans from Rivian in Europe, launching first in Germany.
Greencore safeguards van drivers and cuts fuel costs with Webfleet solution
A leading manufacturer of convenience foods is rolling out an integrated telematics and camera solution after trials proved the safety and sustainability benefits.
Drivetech retains Metropolitan Police framework
Drivetech is to deliver Metropolitan Police-referred courses for driving offences for a further four years after retaining the framework.
Kia Picanto gets bold EV9-inspired looks and extra equipment
Kia has updated its Picanto city car with a major new redesign and enhanced features, bolstering its appeal in a declining segment.
ForWare expands fleet solutions with compliance and EV maintenance tools
ForWare has added to its fleet management platform with a host of changes and new solutions that include an EV maintenance tool.
Government to crack down on ‘rip-off’ fuel retailers with live pricing comparisons
Supermarkets and other fuel retailers will be forced to provide up-to-date price information as part of a new government scheme to clamp down on “rip-off” fuel … Read More »
Impact of load and towing on EVs revealed in new Arval research
Arval UK has published a new report investigating the impact of load and towing on EVs.
Fleet Evolution lambasts ‘EV distortions’ in Panorama episode
Fleet Evolution has taken the BBC’s flagship Panorama investigative documentary programme to task over what it describes as “total distortions about electric vehicles” in a recent … Read More »
New partnership to transform home solar and EV charging solutions
EV smart charging provider EV.Energy has joined forces with Maxeon Solar Technologies to drive a more sustainable and cost-effective way for EV drivers to recharge.
New charging business Pumpt launches to make EV transition easier
A new electric vehicle charging company has launched in the UK to tackle EV charging concern and confusion with a new approach.
Indra integrates smart home chargers with Mina payment platform for fleets
Indra has partnered with Mina to offer business billing for smarter home charging.
HMRC data reveals continued appeal of company cars amid shift to EVs
Demand for company cars remained steady in 2021/22, ending several years of freefalling uptake, according to newly published HMRC figures.
Supermarket fuel margin hikes have cost drivers extra 6p a litre, finds UK watchdog
Increased supermarket fuel margins led to drivers paying an extra 6 pence per litre last year, according to a long-awaited report from the UK’s competitions watchdog.
Nissan opens up EV access with new subscription service
Nissan has launched an electric vehicle subscription service, providing a new, more flexible way for drivers to behind the wheel of its EVs.
Nearly half of fleets unable to track emissions from employee commuting
Almost half (43%) of fleet managers at larger firms cannot yet gather carbon emissions data from employee commuting, a new study by emissions reporting specialist Mobilityways … Read More »
DPD rolls out autonomous robot deliveries
DPD is expanding autonomous robot deliveries to 10 UK towns and cities over the next year on the back of a successful trial.
Iveco eDaily makes EV history with Guinness World Record for towing
The Iveco eDaily electric van has powered its way into the Guinness World Records after demonstrating its record-breaking towing abilities.
Airmax Remote wins sole supply telematics deal for St John Ambulance fleet
St John Ambulance has appointed Airmax Remote as exclusive provider of telematics solutions across its 550-strong blue light vehicle fleet.
Targa Telematics scores latest silver EcoVadis medal for sustainability
EcoVadis has awarded Targa Telematics the silver medal for its achievements in corporate social responsibility for the second year running.
Bonnet soars past quarter of a million chargers with Ubitricity and EnBW deals
Bonnet has become the largest independent EV charging network in Europe on the back of partnerships with Ubitricity and EnBW.
Addison Lee acquires Green Tomato Cars to drive sustainability focus
Addison Lee has boosted its work on sustainability further with the acquisition of London-based eco car service, Green Tomato Cars.
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