Natalie Middleton
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Fuel pricing concerns and lack of transparency revealed in competition regulator review
An urgent review of the UK road fuel market carried out by the UK’s competition regulator has revealed initial concerns and the need for further investigation.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Our long-term Škoda puts its best face forward on a family holiday. Natalie Middleton writes.
RAW to accelerate plans for 10,000 charge points with new growth capital
RAW Charging is to push ahead with plans to install 10,000 charging points in the next three years on the back of a successful growth capital … Read More »
Only 8% of drivers aware of EV-specific tyres
More than 500,000 fully electric cars are on the UK’s roads but only a small percentage of drivers know the importance of fitting custom-made EV tyres … Read More »
Toyota strengthens fleet operations to focus on integrated services
Toyota (GB) is continuing its work to build integrated fleet services with two new appointments for existing senior managers in its fleet team.
Grey fleet drivers ‘oblivious’ to vehicle roadworthiness obligations
A growing number of both grey fleet and company car drivers are “oblivious” to their roadworthiness responsibilities, putting fleet duty of care compliance at risk.
New-generation Volkswagen Amarok unveiled
Volkswagen has revealed its second-generation Amarok pickup, debuting a bold new look, increased onboard space and greater load-carrying ability.
Fight cost-of-living crisis with help from Fleet Evolution webinar
A series of free-to-view webinars on the cost-of-living crisis and how to tackle the key issues are being run over the coming months by Fleet Evolution.
Sofico UK runs first-ever customer forum
Sofico Services UK has held its inaugural customer forum, mapping out its long-term vision and ambition for the region.
New venture to help fleets map energy needs for EV charge points
A new scheme has launched to help property landlords and business workplaces work towards adopting low-carbon technologies such as EVs.
Octopus and Ohme offer ‘ultimate’ EV package
Octopus Electric Vehicles and smart charger provider Ohme are offering drivers an all-in-one EV package that combines car, charger and energy tariff for the ‘ultimate’ EV … Read More »
Concerns for on-street charging as new report reveals holes in council EV approaches
Total charger coverage for UK ‘on-street’ households has increased significantly in the last two years but growth has not been consistent across the UK and there … Read More »
Osprey to open ultra-rapid Devon charging hub in Buckfastleigh
Osprey Charging Network is to open an ultra-rapid charging hub at a former café site in Devon, marking its first foray into land acquisition.
Rising fuel prices spur fleet EV adoption
Half (50%) of UK businesses reliant on fleets have accelerated their transition to electric vehicles in the midst of record fuel prices.
New EU rules to tighten up PHEV ratings for carmaker climate targets
The EU is to tighten up climate ratings for plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs), making them realistic of everyday use.
Fall in petrol prices ‘should be much bigger’
Average petrol prices in the UK have seen their first fall after 11 weeks of record highs – but the fall should be much bigger according … Read More »
Vansdirect teams with Fleetmaxx for value-add fleet solutions
Online leasing broker Vansdirect has teamed up with fuel card company Fleetmaxx Solutions to provide a range of value-add solutions to customers.
Ogilvie Fleet gains Investors in People Platinum Status
Ogilvie Fleet has attained Platinum status by Investors In People (IIP), which it says ranks it as the country’s best leasing company to work for.
Cupra Born, Alfa Romeo Tonale and Kia Sportage come out on top in Euro NCAP
New Euro NCAP test results are now out, revealing that the Cupra Born electric hatch and Alfa Romeo Tonale and Kia Sportage SUVs have scored the … Read More »
Prestige Fleet Servicing completes leadership team with new appointments
Prestige Fleet Servicing has made a duo of new appointments, completing its leadership team and cementing plans for growth.
Sogo supports veterans’ charity for 2022 challenge
Sogo is supporting fundraising work for veterans by suppling vehicles for a national challenge.
Europe’s most powerful EV charging hub officially opens
A new £41m EV charging hub said to be the most powerful in Europe has officially opened in Oxford.
2023 Toyota Highlander hybrid SUV updated with new connected tech
Toyota is updating its Highlander hybrid SUV with new connected technologies for the 2023 model year.
UK’s public charging network up 34% in last year
The number of devices in the UK’s public charging network has increased 34% in the last year, passing the 32,000-unit milestone and powering on up.
New car supply issues worsening for fleets, warns AFP
Fleets are still being hit by major new car supply issues, causing increased operational disruption across the sector and forcing new ways of working.
Fleet car registrations drop 27.6% but EV take-up rises 14.6%
UK new car registrations fell 24.3% last month, putting in their weakest June performance since 1996 as the supply shortages continued to “shackle” the market.
MG4 electric hatch confirmed for UK September launch
MG Motor has revealed the first official UK images of its all-new MG4 EV, ahead of its arrival in September.
Nissan Qashqai e-Power range-extender available to order
Nissan’s Qashqai e-Power range-extender model has opened for orders, offering “an EV-driving feel without the need to recharge”.
McArthurGlen York EV charging hub now largest in region
McArthurGlen Designer Outlet York’s EV charging hub is now one of the largest in the region on the back of a major expansion in facilities.
