Natalie Middleton
2023 Great British Fleet Event raring to go
The 2023 Great British Fleet Event is now underway – promising to be the industry’s must-attend show of the year.
Samsara launches sustainable fleet management solution
Samsara has introduced its new Sustainable Fleet Management solution, combining its existing fuel efficiency and electric vehicle offerings to help fleets go greener.
Coming bank holiday could be busiest on roads since 2016
Back-to-back UK bank holidays could deliver a double whammy on traffic troubles as drivers make the most of the time off.
Smart #1 SUV: UK pricing and specification revealed
Smart has revealed details for its fully electric #1 small SUV, which launches in the UK this summer, priced from £35,950 and with up to 273 … Read More »
Liberty Charge rebrands as Believ to mark launch into business sector
Liberty Charge has rebranded as Believ to reflect its ‘all speeds’ approach as it launches into the business sector.
Electric Car Chargers UK wins charging deal for Pladis Global
Midlands-based EV charging specialist Electric Car Chargers UK (ECC UK) has been appointed by Pladis Global to roll out electric vehicle charging infrastructure across McVities factories.
SSE starts work on ultra-rapid charging hubs with M7 Real Estate
SSE Energy Solutions has begun work to install ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hubs in collaboration with M7 Real Estate.
Don’t miss out on tomorrow’s Great British Fleet Event!
It’s less than 24 hours until this year’s Great British Fleet Event gets underway at Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes – make sure you don’t miss out … Read More »
Cupra reveals Tavascan SUV coupé with 341-mile range
Cupra has taken the wraps off the long-awaited Tavascan, which arrives 2024 to rival the Tesla Model Y.
VEV to debut end-to-end fleet electrification solution at GBFE
VEV, the e-fleet company backed by energy giant Vitol, is debuting its brand-new end-to-end fleet electrification solution at tomorrow’s Great British Fleet Event.
Sopp+Sopp teams up with Wondle on AI-powered inspection service for fleets
A new AI-powered inspection service is now available to help commercial fleets tackle unreported damage, cutting time and costs.
Arrival of Ford BlueCruise hands-free driving tech raises questions for fleets, says FleetCheck
The arrival of Ford’s new BlueCruise – the first legal hands-free driving product available on UK roads – raises a whole series of issues that fleets … Read More »
DAVIS hits 1m annual mark, Licence Check reports
Great British Fleet Event exhibitor Licence Check has officially checked more than one million licences in a calendar year through its DAVIS platform for the first … Read More »
Lexus to bring hybrid LM luxury MPV to UK
Lexus has confirmed that its second-generation LM luxury MPV will make it to Europe and the UK in a first for the flagship ‘luxury mover’.
Chinese EV brand HiPhi confirms arrival in Europe
Chinese electric car brand HiPhi has confirmed plans to start selling cars in Europe towards the end of 2023, with the UK to follow later.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Only a third of companies monitor their fleet emissions
Sustainability is a top priority for European businesses, but many are still unaware of the environmental impact of their fleet operations.
Used EV demand soars on back of fall in prices
Demand for used EVs in the UK has soared on the back of falling prices, boosting sales and reducing stocks.
New appointment at Leasing Options
Leasing Options has promoted Harrison Walsh to head of procurement with responsibility for maintaining and strengthening existing relationships with manufacturers, funders and dealers.
MG updates HS SUV with new look and tech
MG has updated its HS flagship SUV with a bolder new design and latest infotainment technology while cutting pricing.
Gridserve celebrates first anniversary of second Electric Forecourt
Gridserve has marked the first anniversary of the opening of its Norwich Electric Forecourt, said to be one of the most advanced EV charging facilities in … Read More »
ALD pushes date for LeasePlan deal closure back to 22 May
ALD has deferred the date for the closure of its acquisition of LeasePlan to 22 May 2023, allowing time for the sale of subsidiaries conditional to … Read More »
BVRLA to share industry insights and advice at next week’s Great British Fleet Event
The BVRLA will be at Fleet World’s Great British Fleet Event in Milton Keynes next Tuesday 25 April to engage with the sector and shed light … Read More »
VisionTrack introduces AI detection camera at CV Show
VisionTrack has launched its new AI video telematics innovation at the Commercial Vehicle Show.
Don’t be afraid of foreign trips in an EV, says Fleet Evolution boss
Drivers with electric vehicles shouldn’t have range anxiety over making a trip to Europe, according to Fleet Evolution founder Andrew Leech, following a marathon 1,900-mile round … Read More »
Third of company car drivers think drug-driving is acceptable, finds IAM
Company car drivers are more likely to drive under the influence of drink or drugs and take risks on distracted driving compared to private drivers, new … Read More »
Extra incentives for retail EV buyers vital in road to 2030, finds Auto Trader
Fleet and used buyer demand for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) may be robust but private driver interest is waning, prompting calls for further incentives to bolster … Read More »
Tesla launches Model 3 Long Range Rear-Wheel Drive aimed at fleets
Tesla is introducing a new Model 3 variant aimed specifically at company car drivers.
David Watts joins VWFS Fleet to bring EV expertise to operators
Electric vehicle guru David Watts has joined Volkswagen Financial Services Fleet to help UK fleets transition to EVs.
Epyx lands 500,000th fleet vehicle sale through 1link Disposal Network
Great British Fleet Event exhibitor Epyx has reported the landmark 500,000th fleet vehicle sale through its 1link Disposal Network platform.
