Natalie Middleton
Onto expands EV subscription fleet with 600 new Peugeots
Electric car subscription service Onto is adding a further 600 fully electric Peugeot cars to its fleet in response to the brand’s popularity with its customers.
Network Rail trials fleet of electric vans
Network Rail has installed new charging points and is trialling a fleet of fully electric vans for use across its network with support from Novuna Vehicle … Read More »
Ford research shows big gaps in driver knowledge of eLCVs and benefits
More than 70% of UK van drivers are concerned about being out of pocket if they move to electric vans, although many are still keen to … Read More »
EV salary sacrifice can halve costs of PCH, says Fleet Alliance
Leasing an electric car through salary sacrifice can save up to 50% of the running costs compared to a personal contract hire (PCH) agreement, bringing major … Read More »
Cut drink-drive limit to stop ‘legal but lethal drivers’, says road safety expert
The drink-drive limit in the UK should be reduced by three-quarters to remove ‘legal but lethal’ drivers from our roads, according to a leading road safety … Read More »
Licence Check takes UK lead for licence checking
Licence Check has taken the top spot as the UK’s leading provider of licence checking services, as confirmed in official Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) … Read More »
Rocketing fuel prices to see third of motorists switch to public transport
More than a third (35%) of motorists say they will switch to public transport if petrol and diesel prices continue to rise.
Kwik Fit Fleet marks 35th anniversary in fast-evolving fleet sector
Kwik Fit is to celebrate the 35th anniversary of opening its first fleet account this summer.
Northgate acquires Blakedale to expand traffic management work
Northgate Vehicle Hire has acquired Blakedale Ltd, a leading supplier of specialist traffic management and support vehicles, for an undisclosed sum.
Fleet input vital for autonomous cars inquiry, says FleetCheck
Fleets need to voice their concerns about the arrival of autonomous driving tech in a new official inquiry that could pave the way for their widespread … Read More »
Acute used car shortages will keep prices high for years to come, predicts SVA
Demand for used cars is slowing down but the industry’s stock shortage is so acute that prices will remain at their current level for years to … Read More »
UK firms to adopt 163,000 EVs this year in £13.6bn electrification drive
UK businesses are set to adopt more than 163,000 electric vehicles this year as part of a major investment in fleet electrification, according to a new … Read More »
Highway Code updated with new rules for self-driving vehicles
New rules on the use of self-driving vehicles in Great Britain have come into effect in the Highway Code from today (1 July), paving the way … Read More »
Pod Point deploys 60 LEVC range-extender vans on fleet
Pod Point is taking delivery of 60 LEVC VN5 range-extender vans on its charge point installation fleet.
Nissan Ariya electric crossover opens for orders
Nissan’s much-awaited Ariya electric coupé crossover is to open for orders next week, priced from £43,845 and delivering a range of up to 329 miles.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Electric company car savings could counteract cost-of-living pressures
The financial savings from running an electric company car compared to an ICE vehicle could help counteract cost-of-living pressures for employees, according to Arval.
Drive Software Solutions positions for European growth with new appointments
Drive Software Solutions has made a number of board and executive appointments, further driving its growth plans for Europe.
Norway EV charging firm Easee expands in UK with new senior hires
Norwegian electric vehicle charging company Easee is continuing its UK expansion with two new senior hires.
EV charging on UK motorways triples in one year
The number of EV charging sessions on Gridserve’s motorway charging network has tripled since June 2021, with a quadrupling of energy supplied.
New guidance to help Scottish councils implement workplace parking levies
New guidance that could see commuters pay to park at work is now available for local authorities in Scotland.
New leadership team to position Europcar as trailblazer in sustainable mobility
Europcar Mobility Group has adopted a new governance structure and leadership team to further its transformation as a leader in sustainable mobility.
Volvo launches new Fleet and Business Online portal
Volvo has introduced a new dedicated portal to streamline the ordering and fleet management needs of fleet and business customers.
UK car production up for first time in 11 months
UK car production rose 13.3% in May, the first growth after a 10-month slump but still down on pre-pandemic levels.
MG4 all-electric hatch to launch by year-end
MG is to launch a fully electric hatchback in Europe, bringing a rival to the Volkswagen ID.3 and Cupra Born.
Solar EV charging hub developer smashes investment target early
Solar EV charging hub developer 3ti has hit the initial target on its first crowdfunding round within an hour of going live, supporting its plans to … Read More »
Genesis reveals UK prices and specs for Electrified G80 saloon
Genesis has announced details for its Electrified G80 saloon, which is on sale now, priced from £65,000 and with up to 321 miles of range.
New Citroën ë-C4 X fastback crossover due in UK with 224-mile range
Citroën is expanding its UK line-up with a new ë-C4 X fastback crossover that will deliver over 200 miles of electric range.
Government policies not enough to deliver net zero, new report warns
Major failures in government delivery programmes are jeopardising the UK’s climate goals, according to a damning new progress report.
Venson checklist to help ensure fleets are compliant for holiday driving
Venson Automotive Solutions has published a new checklist to help fleet managers ensure company car drivers are fully covered to drive to Europe.
