Natalie Middleton
Craig Gibson appointed ESG manager at National Windscreens
National Windscreens has appointed Craig Gibson as environmental, social and governance (ESG) manager as part of the company’s continued work to reduce its impact on the … Read More »
Fleete and Evenergi tie-up to accelerate LCV fleet electrification plans
A new partnership that will help commercial fleets put electrification plans into action has been announced by Fleete and Evenergi.
Ford Puma ST gets 1.0-litre mild hybrid petrol option
Ford has expanded the line-up for its Puma ST with a mild hybrid petrol powertrain and seven-speed automatic gearbox, marking two new firsts.
Electric car range cut by up to a third in cold weather
Real-world range of electric cars could be nearly a third down on official figures in cold weather, new research suggests.
InstaVolt goes live with 1,000th UK charger
InstaVolt has deployed its 1,000th charger in the UK following a 45% expansion in its network over the last year.
Rivus opens IMI Approved training academy for LCV technicians
Fleet solutions provider Rivus has opened a new training academy for LCV and HGV technicians following formal approval by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).
Indra secures major new funding to drive bidirectional charging work
British EV charging and smart energy firm Indra has secured more than £20m to help roll out its bidirectional charging technology.
International Women’s Day: Trio of promotions at Car Benefit Solutions
Car Benefit Solutions has announced three internal promotions to mark International Women’s Day.
Drug-driving on Britain’s roads is ‘growing crisis’, government told
The growing crisis of drug-driving must be prioritised to tackle increasing numbers of casualties on Britain’s roads.
Hybrid car club goes live in Kent with Hiyacar
Trials of a hybrid car club have gone live in Sittingbourne in Kent in partnership with Hiyacar.
International Women’s Day: Women still underrepresented at fleet events, says AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has launched a new training course to amplify women’s voices in the fleet sector.
Targa Telematics joins BVRLA to support connected mobility evolution
Targa Telematics has signed up as member of the BVRLA, further demonstrating its commitment to the UK rental and leasing industry.
2023 Hyundai Kona Electric to deliver 300+-mile range
Hyundai has revealed details of its Kona Electric small crossover SUV, which will deliver up to 490km (305 miles) of WLTP range when it launches later … Read More »
FleetCheck builds AI skills into new-gen software
FleetCheck is rolling out a new version of its core fleet management software, following a complete “top-to-bottom rewrite”.
Herd Group appoints Dave Fisher as head of fleet
Well-known industry figure Dave Fisher has assumed the position of head of fleet at Herd Group, playing a pivotal part in shaping future business.
Abbott Labs on target for all-EV fleet in 2023
Abbott Laboratories is on target to switch its 475-strong UK car fleet to fully electric vehicles during 2023 with the help of Arval UK.
Spring Budget 2023: Majority of drivers call for fuel duty cut
More than half of motorists (58%) want to see a cut in fuel duty in next week’s Budget, new research shows.
Char.gy installs 2,000th on-street public charging point
On-street charging network Char.gy has passed a major milestone after installing its 2,000th public charging point.
First Hydrogen reveals next-gen fuel cell and battery electric vans
First Hydrogen has revealed new sketch images for its Generation II concept vehicle, which it says will be available with either fuel cell electric or battery … Read More »
Recharge Rescue broadens roadside EV insurance offer
Recharge Rescue has expanded its roadside charging insurance for EVs, further broadening its appeal to drivers and fleets wanting backup cover for out-of-charge situations.
Low-carbon potential of synthetic fuels and biofuels must be explored too, say MPs
The Government’s commitment to electric vehicles should not come at the expense of continuing to explore the potential of alternative ‘drop in’ synthetic fuels and biofuels … Read More »
New report sets out three key tasks for hydrogen transport rollout
A new report containing three key recommendations to ensure the successful implementation of hydrogen within the UK transport sector is now out.
MPs lambast lack of Treasury engagement on road pricing
The Transport Committee has slammed the Treasury for its inertia on tackling road pricing, despite MPs saying last year there was “no viable alternative”.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
Several month into our test, Škoda’s midsize SUV remains impressively refined on the road.
Fleet efficiency insights and the lowdown on Polestar in new Fleet World mag
The new issue of Fleet World is now out, featuring top-notch advice on optimising your operations as well as the latest EV and mobility insights.
Addison Lee kits out new Fleet Hub with ultra-rapid EV chargers
Addison Lee has opened a new Fleet Hub, complete with ultra-rapid chargers, to provide a multipurpose centre for its drivers.
Dangers of rural roads highlighted in new Think! campaign for young drivers
The Government has launched a new Think! campaign to raise awareness of risks when speeding or driving too fast for road conditions, especially on rural roads.
Fleetcor expands Epyx footprint with BGAG acquisition
Automotive technology solutions firm Epyx has substantially expanded its European footprint after parent firm Fleetcor acquired Business Gateway AG (BGAG).
Fleet sector drives momentum in new car market
Registrations to larger fleets soared 46.2% in February, helping the UK new car market post its seventh straight month of growth.
New safety campaign to raise awareness of HGV blind spots
National Highways has launched a new safety campaign to raise driver awareness of HGV blind spots when overtaking.
