Natalie Middleton

Used AFVs storm into 2025 with 73% rise in bids on Dealer Auction

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Used buyer demand for alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs) is booming in January 2025, with the Toyota Prius hybrid being the standout model, Dealer Auction has reported.

Kia reveals PV5 electric van exterior ahead of world premiere

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Kia has uncovered the exterior design of its PV5 electric van in Passenger and Cargo variants ahead of their official debut at the Kia EV Day … Read More »

Athlon UK to deliver essential fleet insights at 2025 Great British Fleet Event

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Athlon UK have confirmed they are returning to the Great British Fleet Event with a host of industry insights for 2025.

Toyota develops new fuel cell system for cars and commercial vehicles

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Toyota has announced development work on a third-generation fuel cell (FC) system for use in both hydrogen cars and commercial vehicles.

EVUK sets out five steps to boost EV uptake

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Electric Vehicles UK (EVUK), the EV industry-to-consumer body, has revealed five clear steps to help an early wave of mainstream car buyers go electric in its … Read More »

Half of police forces record speeds of over 90mph on 30mph roads

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Almost half of UK police forces (48%) have caught motorists driving over 90mph on 30mph roads – more than three times the speed limit, the RAC … Read More »

Renault Trucks to offer Flexis electric LCVs from 2026

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Renault Trucks is adding new electric vans from Flexis to its line-up from 2026.

New recruit at Silverstone Leasing

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Silverstone Leasing has welcomed a new account manager to its team.

Range extenders could bridge fleet electrification gap

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The arrival of new range extender (REx) models could help bridge the fleet electrification gap, providing a new stepping stone to fully electric vehicles, according to … Read More »

UK needs bold action on used BEVs and electric vans, BVRLA tells Labour

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The BVRLA has called for bold action on the used and rental BEV markets along with comprehensive measures on electric vans to drive EV take-up.

Ogilvie Fleet enhances rental offering with launch of Rental Select+

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Ogilvie Fleet has launched Rental Select+, a new 90+ day rental solution that gives customers greater flexibility, transparency and choice on fleet vehicles.

Aston Barclay’s new sales schedule drives record buyer attendance  

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Buyer attendance across Aston Barclay’s centres hit a new record during the first week of its new sale schedule.

Mazda2 supermini axed as focus shifts to Mazda2 Hybrid

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Mazda has confirmed that its Mazda2 ICE supermini is exiting the UK and Europe, leaving the Mazda2 Hybrid as the brand’s sole B-segment model.

Toyota reveals model grades and equipment for all-electric Urban Cruiser

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Toyota has announced equipment grades and features for its Urban Cruiser all-electric small SUV.

ZEV mandate reform needed to support UK auto sector jobs, Unite tells Labour

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Trade union Unite has set out its views on changes needed to the UK’s ZEV mandate to support thousands of UK automotive sector jobs.

Volvo XC60 SUV gets key updates for new model year

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Volvo has given its XC60 SUV a makeover for the upcoming model year, delivering key updates in user experience, design and comfort, along with a faster … Read More »

Renault Group opens up EV fire safety system to global auto sector

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Renault Group is making its exclusive fire safety system for electric vehicles available across the global automotive industry to improve road safety.

Fewer chargers and higher prices if ZEV mandate weakened, warns charging sector

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The rollout of widespread, affordable charging infrastructure will be jeopardised if the ZEV mandate, which governs EV sales quotas in the UK, is altered, the EV … Read More »

New £5m UK battery plant to slash EV costs and production time

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UK startup Ionetic is opening a £5m smart battery pilot facility intended to make EV production faster, more flexible and more affordable. 

Driver wellbeing takes centre stage in fleet safety strategies

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UK fleets are prioritising driver mental wellbeing as part of their safety strategies, with 82% reporting formal processes to support drivers after incidents.

Leading brands confirmed for Great British Fleet Event 2025

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This year’s Great British Fleet Event is set to be the biggest and best yet with a packed line-up of leading fleet companies and vehicle makers.

Champion the EV switch to galvanise change, major fleets tell Labour

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Leading UK fleet operators including BT and Mitie have called for a public campaign to galvanise more private drivers to shift into clean transport.

Grosvenor shifts proposition to meet future fleet needs

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Grosvenor Leasing has shifted its strategic direction, accompanied by a major rebrand, to meet the future needs of businesses with vehicle fleets.

Lack of EV chargers where needed, drivers say

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Six out of 10 motorists (61%) say there aren’t enough electric car chargers in places where they want to drive, new research shows.

Newcastle City Council agrees car club deal with Enterprise

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Newcastle City Council has signed up Enterprise Car Club to deliver its official car club across the city.

Free webinar on smart fleet tracking

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Quartix is running a free webinar to showcase latest developments in smart fleet tracking.

First batch of Farizon SV vans lands in UK

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The first batch of electric vans from Chinese brand Farizon is now in the UK ahead of rollout with fleets.

Zenith clamours government for EV incentives

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Zenith, along with fleet industry body the BVRLA, is calling on the Government to help drivers switch to EVs after a new study found the majority … Read More »

Kia gives first look at EV4 saloon and hatchback

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Kia has uncovered its upcoming EV4 in both saloon and hatchback variants ahead of its world premiere this month.

Headlight glare stopping dazzled drivers from taking to the wheel

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Headlight glare is now so bad that a quarter (25%) of affected motorists no longer drive at night while 22% wish they could avoid driving.