Natalie Middleton
APCOA to roll out more charge points in UK car parks
APCOA Parking UK is expanding its charging network further in a multi-million-pound deal with Compleo UK.
SMR authorisation platform slashes downtime and costs for fleets and leasing firms
Automotive technology provider OEC has reported huge efficiencies for its Athoris maintenance and repair quote authorisation platform, which is reducing vehicle downtime for manufacturers, fleets and … Read More »
Fleet Assist sets up EV Premier Van Centre network for 4.25-tonne eLCVs
Fleet Assist has established a nationwide network of 900 Premier Van Centres, able to service and maintain vans and chassis cabs up to 4.25 tonnes GVW.
Nearly a third of company fleets not on track for EV targets
Almost a third of fleets (29%) are falling behind in the EV transition and aren’t on track to make the switch, despite the 2030 ICE ban … Read More »
Combined driver safety and fleet claims solution launches
Claims management solutions specialist Agile Developments has teamed up with global voice-based tech firm Ping to deliver an integrated fleet claims and driver safety package.
Public smart charging could save EV drivers £600+ a year
Using smart charging at public charge points could save drivers over £600 per year in charging costs compared to traditional non-smart public charging.
Nick Williams appointed new head of Lex Autolease
Nick Williams has been appointed managing director of Lloyds Banking Group’s transport division, spanning its Black Horse and Lex Autolease motor finance and leasing businesses.
Silverstone Leasing expands customer care team
Silverstone Leasing has grown its customer care department further with two new members of staff.
Rising cost of living now hitting used car prices, Indicata finds
The rising cost of living is starting to impact on the used car market, but the sector remains in a very strong position.
Walkaround checks are main impetus for fleet software adoption
Digitalising walkaround checks and defect reporting is the main reason why businesses want to adopt fleet management software (FMS), new research has found.
Autumn Statement 2022: Main points for fleets
This Thursday’s Autumn Statement saw the Chancellor set out plans to “rebuild our economy”. Natalie Middleton reports on the main points for fleets.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Stellantis advances autonomous driving work with aiMotive deal
Stellantis has entered an agreement to acquire AI and autonomous driving software developer aiMotive.
Fleet Evolution ‘stunned’ by lack of salsac awareness in HR sector
A “surprising” lack of awareness of salary sacrifice car schemes amongst the Human Resources sector may be preventing employees from enjoying the benefits of electric vehicles … Read More »
Fridays in November are peak time for road traffic accidents, new study finds
Friday afternoons in November are the peak time for road traffic accidents (RTAs) on UK A-roads, new research indicates.
Updated: TfL engages Londoners on new 20mph speed limits
Transport for London (TfL) has opened local engagement on plans to introduce a new 20mph speed limit within the boroughs of Camden, Islington, Hackney, Haringey and … Read More »
Drink-drive breath tests plummet to record low
Roadside breath tests have slumped to their lowest level on record due to a lack of police presence on UK roads.
South West Nissan Group electrifies company car fleet
South West Nissan Group has switched its entire company car fleet from traditional petrol- and diesel-powered models to alternatives from the manufacturer’s line-up of electric vehicles.
Higher-value used cars most in demand
The most in-demand used cars remain the higher value SUVs, saloons and sports cars that are in short supply, according to Aston Barclay.
Trafford Council launches first of 100 new EV charging bays
Trafford Council has launched the first tranche of a planned 100 new charging bays – the biggest local authority roll-out in Greater Manchester.
Chancellor says no decision yet on 23% hike in fuel duty
The Chancellor has responded to backlash over a potential 23% hike in fuel duty next spring, insisting no decision has been made yet.
Autumn Statement 2022: EV company car tax to increase 1% from 2025
The Government is to start raising company car tax rates for electric vehicles from 2025, but with yearly increases capped at 1% until 2028 to keep … Read More »
Autumn Statement 2022: Electric cars and vans to pay vehicle tax from 2025
The Chancellor has announced electric vehicles will no longer be exempt from Vehicle Excise Duty from April 2025 in a move to make the motoring tax … Read More »
HMRC ups AER electric car reimbursement rate to 8p per mile
HMRC has announced that the advisory fuel rate for fully electric cars will rise from 5 pence to 8 pence per mile from 1 December 2022.
More than three-quarters of fleets to go fully electric before 2030
More than three-quarters (78%) of fleet managers aim to convert their entire fleet to electric vehicles before the Government’s 2030 ICE ban.
Toyota teases electric crossover with bZ Compact SUV Concept
Toyota has given an insight into a possible new electric crossover for its line-up with the reveal of the bZ Compact SUV Concept.
Chancellor warned tampering with fuel duty could further stoke inflation
Ahead of today’s Autumn Statement, the RAC is calling on the Chancellor to leave fuel duty well alone as rising prices at forecourts – especially diesel … Read More »
UK Fuels celebrates one year of carbon offset card
UK Fuels is celebrating a successful first year of its carbon offsetting scheme with the Radius Future fuel card.
Mer expands New Forest charging network
EV charging company Mer and installer Joju Charging are expanding the EV charging network in the New Forest on the back of fast-rising demand.
Comment: Autumn Statement leaves salary sacrifice choice available for thousands
Following the Chancellor’s Autumn Statement last week, Andy Bruce, CEO of Glasgow-based fleet management and leasing specialist Fleet Alliance, says the substantial savings enjoyed by salary … Read More »