Natalie Middleton
Jaguar I-Pace enhanced with new trims and bolder design
Jaguar has updated the I-Pace with new design features and trims, further bolstering its appeal in the electric SUV sector.
BVRLA leasing fleet up 1.9% amid rising van and business contract hire demand
The BVRLA’s leasing fleet has grown 1.9% year on year, driven by rising light commercial vehicle uptake.
Greg Taylor named Citroën UK MD as Druce moves to new role
Citroën has named Greg Taylor as its new UK managing director, forming part of a new management team that also includes Clare White as marketing director.
First Stop drives growth plans with new appointments
First Stop has recruited two new retail business consultants to accelerate its expansion plans.
New scheme to help Newcastle and Gateshead fleets get clean air compliance
Fleets impacted by the new Clean Air Zone in Newcastle and Gateshead can now apply for financial assistance to help achieve compliance.
Repairers to address challenges from rising costs, recruitment and EV demand
Vehicle garages and workshops are contending with a multitude of challenges this year, including rising costs and the impact of the cost-of-living crisis on repair trends.
UK urban congestion exceeds pre-Covid levels
Traffic delays are returning to pre-Covid levels and even overtaking them across many UK urban centres, impacting commuters.
Ringway Jacobs adopts video-enabled lone worker service on van fleet
Highway service provider Ringway Jacobs has become the first UK firm to deploy a new integrated safety solution from Peoplesafe and SureCam on its van fleet.
Dacia opens orders for hybrid Jogger seven-seat MPV
Dacia’s Jogger seven-seat MPV/estate is now available in a hybrid version, priced from £22,595.
Remarketing experts to share tips for ageing vehicle parc in VRA meeting
The subject of how to handle remarketing for an ageing vehicle parc will come under focus in this month’s Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) member meeting.
Onto signs up insurer Flock amid EV subscription fleet scale-up
Connected fleet insurance specialist Flock is to provide cover across Onto’s electric subscription cars under a new deal to support growth plans.
Mazda MX-30 rotary range-extender to arrive this spring
Mazda has confirmed its much-anticipated range-extender MX-30 SUV will launch on the European market this spring, including in the UK.
Charge point operators hike prices during peak times amid energy crisis
Three more charge point networks in the UK have increased the cost of charging electric vehicles at peak times after adopting new dynamic pricing models, energy … Read More »
Electricity now more expensive than petrol on rapid charging
EV drivers using rapid chargers are paying more to top up their batteries than petrol drivers are shelling out for fuel, new analysis reveals.
Mercedes reveals plans for global high-power charging network
Mercedes-Benz is to launch a branded high-power charging network globally, open to drivers of all electric vehicle brands and offering more than 10,000 chargers by the … Read More »
Used diesel demand falls as petrols and hybrids rise
Demand for used diesels fell for the first time at Autorola last year, providing the first big sign that drivers are speeding up their move away … Read More »
‘Clear risks’ from stealth arrival of semi-autonomous vehicles
Fleets need to start thinking now about the introduction of semi-autonomous driving tech to ensure drivers are aware of such features and know how to use … Read More »
Mitie to install 250 EV charge points at job centres
Mitie has struck a deal with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to roll out charge points at more than 120 job centres across Britain.
UK’s ultra-rapid charge point network up almost 80% in 2022
Over 100 high-speed charging hubs opened their doors to UK electric vehicle drivers in 2022, helping to boost the number of ultra-rapid charge points almost 80%.
Falling fuel prices ‘not a pretext’ to take eye off ball, says FleetCheck
Fleets need to remain on top of fuel costs despite predicted falls in prices, according to FleetCheck.
EV drivers could save £238 using off-peak public chargers
New off-peak tariffs offered through major British charging networks could save EV drivers more than £238 in 2023.
Kia UK hits 100,000 sales milestone
Kia UK has reached the milestone of more than 100,000 sales in one year for the first time in its 32-year history over here.
Polestar and Volvo vehicles to gain latest in-car Google tech
Volvo and sister brand Polestar are to roll out latest enhancements and developments showcased by Google at CES 2023.
Peugeot previews future electric vehicles with new Inception Concept
Peugeot has revealed its Inception Concept, giving an insight into future electric vehicles.
Nexus hits booking milestone with Nexus Go Taxi Service
Nexus Vehicle Rental has marked a new milestone after delivering more than 1,500 bookings through its passenger taxi service, Nexus Go.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
New EV charging stations open in Swansea
The city of Swansea has gained further EV charging points thanks to network expansion by charging software provider Clenergy EV in partnership with the local council.
Fleet demand for commercial vehicle driver training rises over 60%
Demand for commercial vehicle driver training has risen significantly due to post-lockdown delivery job demand.
Fuel ‘still too expensive’ despite 9p a litre fall
UK drivers are still paying way over the odds for fuel despite a 9p a litre saving on average prices in December.
AssetWorks to deliver compliance education under Driving for Better Business tie-up
AssetWorks is to support fleets with compliance, safety and legislation advice under a new partnership with Driving for Better Business.
