Natalie Middleton
James Douglas moves from Volkswagen to key Motability Operations role
James Douglas, currently sales director at VW, has been appointed as the new manufacturer and network partnerships director at Motability Operations.
Welsh Government boosts EV public charging with £15m investment
The Welsh Government is investing a further £15m to increase the number of electric vehicle charging points across the country.
DPD seeks experts to help slash fleet emissions
DPD is calling on sustainability specialists to come up with new ways to reduce its carbon emissions from transport, delivery and buildings.
FMG boosts repair capacity with raft of new deals
FMG has increased its repair network with more than 100 new partnerships to boost its capacity long-term.
Tuffnells Parcels Express calls in administrators
One of the UK’s biggest logistics firms, Tuffnells Parcels Express has confirmed that it’s entered administration after being hit by financial pressures impacting trading.
EV charging now most onerous everyday issue for fleets
EV charging management is increasingly taking up huge amounts of time for fleet managers, fast becoming the most onerous day-to-day managerial task.
Restrictions on 4.25-tonne electric vans hampering fleet take-up, says AFP
Operational restrictions are creating challenges for fleets adopting new 4.25-tonne electric vans, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
Vehicle to everything can help futureproof EV fleets, new GridBeyond paper says
A new white paper looking at how EVs could revolutionise the way energy is managed and used through vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology is now available.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Stellantis UK selects RAC for five-year roadside assistance deal
Stellantis has signed up the RAC as its roadside assistance partner for the UK and Ireland, following a competitive tender.
‘Odds stacked against road users’ for pothole damage, says AA
Breakdowns due to pothole damage are at near record levels as springtime road repairs fail to dent the UK’s ‘plague of potholes’.
Ford in Britain chairman moves to global role
Tim Slatter, who has been chair of Ford in Britain since January 2022, has shifted to a new global product development role for the Ford Blue … Read More »
Driver shortage top concern for UK fleets in 2023
Nine in 10 UK commercial fleet managers (90%) are prioritising driver retention and recruitment this year amid continued challenges for logistics workforces.
Nicholls & Clarke goes electric in partnership with Hyundai
Nicholls & Clarke has ordered nearly 100 fully electric cars from Hyundai, spearheading its work to go electric.
Mayor calls for faster EV charging rollout nationally as London gets 80 new rapid bays
The Mayor of London has urged ministers to ‘up the pace’ on rapid charging infrastructure as he outlines plans for 80 new rapid charging points across … Read More »
Uber scales work for drivers and riders to go electric
Uber has revealed a series of features to help its drivers and readers prioritise sustainability, including new tools and increased work to enable EV take-up.
85% of UK fleets tasked with cutting spend in 2023
The vast majority (85%) of fleet departments are facing increased pressure from board level execs to make spending cuts, new research has revealed.
Great British Fleet Guide 2023 champions best fleets, vehicles and services
Fleet World’s Great British Fleet Guide 2023 is now available to read online, celebrating the best products and services available in the UK fleet sector.
Wialon hits new record of 3.6 million tracked vehicles across 150+ countries
Wialon has reached a new record of 3.6 million fleet vehicles and assets connected on the platform worldwide.
AkzoNobel cuts car fleet CO2 by 47% in 18 months
AkzoNobel has slashed the overall CO2 output of its UK car fleet by 47% in 18 months with the help of Arval.
Citroën launches ë-Series trim for ë-C4, ë-C4 X and C5 Aircross models
Citroën has introduced a new ë-Series grade, adding standout style and enhanced levels of technology to its electrified model range.
Latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine now live
The new edition of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, providing latest insights and advice for fleets and drivers looking to go electric.
Ultra-rapid charging hub opens in Croydon town centre
Raw Charging has opened a brand-new ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub in the heart of Croydon.
Big drop in EVs running out of charge, reports AA
The AA has seen a dramatic drop in electric vehicles running out of charge, reflected in its latest breakdown data.
Volvo opens orders for £33,795 EX30 electric baby SUV
Volvo has opened orders for the EX30 – its smallest-ever SUV and a “cornerstone” in its plans to go fully electric from 2030.
Euro NCAP releases Assisted Driving Gradings for three new vehicles
Euro NCAP has issued its latest set of Assisted Driving gradings, based on assessments of three new vehicles.
Ambulance service takes charge of driving risk with automated licence checks
South Central Ambulance NHS Foundation Trust is using fully electronic and automated licence checking from DriverCheck to manage its driving risk more effectively.
Peugeot 2008 and e-2008 get bolder design and longer range
Peugeot’s updated 2008 line-up opens for orders next week, ushering in bolder design, new technologies and longer range for the fully electric e-2008.
Volvo drops S90, XC40 PHEV and Cross Country estates
Volvo has axed the V60 Cross Country estate, V90 Cross Country estate, S90 saloon and XC40 Recharge PHEV crossover as it works to “consolidate” its line-up.
Battery health concerns are number one barrier for used electric vehicle buyers
Assurances on the health of second-hand EV batteries could dramatically increase electric vehicle take-up, helping to fast-track the UK’s EV transition by more than a decade.
