Natalie Middleton
Vauxhall drops Corsa Electric price with new Yes Edition
Vauxhall has launched a new special edition Corsa Electric, offering cheaper entry to fully electric motoring.
Third of businesses to install EV charge points in next year
A third (32%) of UK businesses are planning to invest in EV charging infrastructure over the next 12 months, new research by Drax Electric Vehicles has … Read More »
Toyota introduces new-look Proace and Proace City vans
Toyota has launched the 2024 Proace medium-duty van and its Proace City compact sibling in the UK.
Global debut for MG3 Hybrid at Geneva
The new MG3 has premiered at the Geneva Motor Show, debuting hybrid engine technology focused on economy, refinement and performance.
Hydrogen van performance and range not reduced by cold weather, fleet trials show
Initial findings from fleet trials of a fuel cell van have shown no decrease in performance or range despite the colder weather.
Renault 5 E-Tech electric debuts at Geneva Motor Show
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric city car has debuted in production form at the Geneva Motor Show, complete with V2G functionality and 248 miles of range.
Europcar expands insurance specialist team with new director
Europcar has reinforced its commitment to the insurance sector with the appointment of Jonathan Brownhill as business development director.
Council road maintenance in England nose-dives to five-year low, RAC finds
Council road maintenance in England has fallen to a five-year low, new RAC research reveals.
Ayvens to add up to 500,000 Stellantis vehicles to Europe fleet by 2026
Leasing giant Ayvens could add up to 500,000 Stellantis vehicles to its fleet across Europe by 2026 under a new frame agreement.
Off-peak ultra-rapid charging still cheaper than petrol, finds AA Recharge Report
EV charging costs saw a slight rise in January but off-peak ultra-rapid charging still works out cheaper than fuelling a petrol car.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Ford EV project seeks van fleet operators for paid research
Ford is looking for fleet managers to provide valuable feedback on electric vehicles through paid research.
Roadside testing shows increased levels of drug-driving
Nearly half of roadside drug tests carried out in December were positive, new figures reveal.
Hunt for lost sheep drives traffic officers baa-rmy
National Highways officers sprung to the rescue last week when a lamb got stuck in the central reservation of the busy M1.
Renault slashes price for Scenic E-Tech electric with new entry-level model
Renault has introduced a new lead-in version of its Scenic E-Tech electric SUV, cutting the entry pricing to £37,495.
Mobile phone detection cameras could be rolled out nationwide
Trials of cameras that spot motorists using mobile phones or not wearing a seatbelt are being rolled out further ahead of possible national deployment.
Carbon emissions from ground transportation higher than air travel and hotel stays
The carbon footprint for organisations’ ground transportation activity can be higher than their air travel and hotel stays, a new case study has found.
Growth in EV-qualified technicians but shortfall still on cards
The UK continues to see steady growth in the EV-qualified automotive aftermarket workforce, although action is still needed to avoid a future shortfall.
Major fleet operators to discuss disposal strategies at next VRA meeting
Prominent fleets including Arval and Motability Operations will shed light on latest vehicle disposal strategies at next month’s Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) meeting.
HMRC cuts advisory fuel rates as pump prices start rising
HMRC has published new advisory fuel rates (AFRs), bringing reductions across the board for petrol- and diesel-engined cars but maintaining the rate for fully electric cars.
QV Systems selects Leaselink to service fleet and EV leasing clients
B2B fintech QV Systems has integrated Ebbon Automotive’s Leaselink e-procurement platform into its platform to support its fleet and EV leasing clients.
Driiveme to offer live demos at Great British Fleet Event
Driiveme, a specialist in 100% digital automotive logistics, is to make its show debut at this year’s Great British Fleet Event in April.
TV stars warn young drivers of rural road safety risks for Think! campaign
A new digital audio advert has launched using BBC and Netflix TV stars to deliver road safety messages to young drivers.
Used EV prices show signs of levelling off
Used EV prices continue to show signs of levelling off, according to the latest data from Indicata.
Plug-in Taxi Grant extended but funding reduced
The Government has extended the Plug-in Taxi Grant for a further year but at a reduced rate of £6,000 per vehicle.
Vast majority of two-car households reluctant to go fully electric
Despite the increasing take-up of electric vehicles, families are still reluctant to rely on them for longer journeys, according to new research.
MG parent to debut new IM brand and electric saloon at Geneva
MG’s parent company SAIC is introducing a new electric vehicle brand for Europe at next week’s Geneva Motor Show.
Fleets need EVs now that used buyers will want in the future, says FleetCheck
Fleets need to be able to buy electric vehicles now that used car buyers will want in four years’ time – but are being hampered by … Read More »
Stellantis to manufacture electric vans at Luton from 2025
Stellantis is to start production of its medium electric vans at Luton from the first half of 2025.
Tyre faults come out top in latest breakdown figures
Tyre issues are the top cause of breakdowns in February and March, new research from National Highways reveals.
