Natalie Middleton
Fleets in Sheffield offered Clean Air Zone financial assistance
Fleet operators impacted by the forthcoming Sheffield Clean Air Zone (CAZ) can now apply for financial aid on vehicle replacement costs.
TMC ramps up for Mobility iQ launch with fleet sector research
Global fleet solutions specialist The Miles Consultancy has created its own Development Hub Advisory Board (DHAB), paving the way for the launch of its Mobility iQ … Read More »
Zaptec and Virtus Energy sponsor all-electric lung screening van for cancer charity
Zaptec UK and Virtus Energy have partnered with Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation to support the charity’s vital community engagement and awareness-raising work.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Harris Maxus gears up for 200% growth with new Liverpool HQ
Commercial vehicle distributor Harris Maxus has moved to a new HQ in Liverpool, paving the way for new vehicle launches and continued growth in 2023.
Drink-drive warnings ahead of Saturday’s England-France game
Footie fans watching the England v France game on Saturday night are being warned of the dangers of drinking and then driving afterwards.
Fleet mobility and EV legislation under focus in latest Fleet World / Van Fleet World
The new issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World is now out, featuring unmissable fleet mobility advice, a look at the chaos surrounding EV legislation … Read More »
Hyundai reveals prices and specs for flagship Ioniq 6 electric saloon
Prices and specifications are now out for Hyundai’s new Ioniq 6, a radical new electric saloon that marks a new flagship for the brand.
Track public charging prices with AA’s new EV recharge report
Drivers and businesses can now track pay-as-you-go (PAYG) pricing across the public charging network with the help of a new monthly report from the AA.
Salary sacrifice, van rental and contract hire tipped for growth in 2023
2023 will bring further headwinds for the rental, leasing and fleet sector but growth prospects in areas including salary sacrifice and van rental/contract hire are strong, … Read More »
Asda fuel price cut sparks hope of supermarket chain reaction
Asda has cut petrol and diesel prices across its forecourt network, sparking hopes of fuel cuts at the other major supermarkets.
Clean Air Zone support now available for Newcastle and Gateshead fleets
Local businesses impacted by the opening of the Newcastle and Gateshead Clean Air Zone can now apply for financial assistance.
M&S and BP Pulse to install 900 charge points in next two years
Marks & Spencer is to install some 900 charge points at around 70 of its national stores under a new tie-up with BP Pulse.
Electrification and recession to dominate fleet agenda in 2023
Vehicle electrification and recession-related challenges look set to be the key fleet issues of 2023.
DX Freight teams with Mer to power EV transition
DX Plc is propelling plans to electrify its fleet through a new partnership with EV charging specialist Mer.
InstaVolt to launch one of UK’s largest charging hubs with Banbury expansion
InstaVolt is to double the number of rapid chargers at its Banbury site, making it one of the largest charging hubs in the UK.
EV switch to help grow business productivity, say van drivers
The majority of van drivers are enthusiastic about the switch to electric vehicles and feel positive about the business and productivity benefits.
MG4 and VW ID. Buzz land five-star Euro NCAP ratings
Latest Euro NCAP results are now out, with the MG4 and Volkswagen ID. Buzz EVs among the five-star scorers.
Three-quarters of employees want access to EV salary sacrifice
The majority of employees are missing out cash-saving workplace benefits such as salary sacrifice schemes, despite high demand for such schemes.
No justification for major retailers not to cut pump prices significantly, says RAC
The RAC is increasing the pressure on fuel retailers to slash pump prices on the back of a fall in the price of oil.
Ryedale District Council partners with Zest on EV charge point rollout
Ryedale District Council in North Yorkshire is deploying 10 rapid charge points in partnership with EV charging infrastructure specialist Zest.
Third of EV fleets don’t have onsite charging
A third of companies either considering or already using electric vehicles don’t have charging points at their company premises.
Fleet Assist appoints Nikos Kotrozos as new head of supplier relations
LeasePlan’s Nikos Kotrozos has joined Fleet Assist in the newly created position of head of supplier relations.
CMA probe finds evidence of ‘rocket and feather’ fuel pricing
Drivers have been hit by so-called ‘rocket and feather’ pricing on road fuel this year, the UK’s competition watchdog has reported.
BMW starts production of iX5 Hydrogen
BMW has started small-scale production of its iX5 Hydrogen fuel cell SUV in Germany, paving the way for the technology to fuel tomorrow’s vehicles.
SMR costs spiral as fleet replacement cycles lengthen
Fleet SMR spend on older cars has increased significantly as a result of the pandemic and the semiconductor shortage.
Europcar helps fleets navigate Bristol Clean Air Zone with EV investment
Europcar Mobility Group UK is working to support fleets affected by the new Bristol Clean Air Zone thanks to its investment in hybrid and electric vehicles.
Former SDLP infrastructure minister Nichola Mallon joins Logistics UK
The former SDLP infrastructure minister Nichola Mallon has joined the policy team at Logistics UK as head of trade and devolved policy.
Deutsche Post DHL to deploy 2,000 Ford electric vans by end of 2023
Deutsche Post DHL Group is to add more than 2,000 Ford electric delivery vans to its worldwide fleet by the end of 2023, enhancing its existing … Read More »
