Natalie Middleton
Hopes for turning point on petrol prices despite new records
Petrol and diesel pump prices hit further new highs yesterday but there are hopes of a turning point for petrol prices.
Call for EV case studies to show why Advisory Electric Rate must rise
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) and British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) are asking fleets to submit EV case studies to help support a … Read More »
Peugeot debuts 408 plug-in hybrid fastback crossover
Peugeot has showcased its new 408 fastback, which launches at the start of 2023 as a major new model in its line-up.
Fleet operational and financial strategies vital to success of EVs, says Holman
Fleet electrification could see business sustainability jeopardised by the rush to environmental sustainability – unless fleets put operational and financial strategies in place.
Q-Park Leicester Square car park revamped as EV Mobility Hub for last-mile sector
A mobility-as-a-service ‘dark hub’ that enables London’s last-mile industry to go electric has launched from technology company Port and Q-Park.
2023 Toyota RAV4 ushers in multimedia, connectivity and safety upgrades
Toyota has updated its RAV4 for the 2023 model year, adding in technology and safety enhancements to further enhance its appeal.
2023 outlook for remarketing sector under focus in VRA Seminar
The outlook for the remarketing sector next year and the challenges facing the sector are to come under focus in the 2022 Annual Seminar for the … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Škoda’s Simply Clever features bring a nice surprise when it comes to refuelling our Fabia long-termer.
Arrival electric van achieves EU certification milestone
Arrival’s forthcoming fully electric van has achieved EU certification that puts it on track to start production later this year.
InstaVolt secures £110m to continue rapid charging rollout
InstaVolt has received £110m in senior debt financing to continue its significant expansion of rapid EV charging infrastructure throughout the UK.
UK fleets ahead of EU peers on homeworking trends
UK fleet operators are moving faster than their European counterparts when it comes to adapting travel policies for increased homeworking.
Abax affirms best-in-class processes with latest ISO recertifications
Abax has secured latest ISO recertifications, once again proving its commitment to best-in-class processes.
FleetCor appoints inaugural MD of global EV solutions to expand EV footprint
FleetCor has appointed Tom Rowlands as its first-ever managing director of global EV solutions, spearheading further expansion in the EV sector.
DMN Logistics invests in AI-led delivery solutions
DMN Logistics is introducing AI technology across its business to enhance existing capabilities, including for electric vehicles and time-critical deliveries.
British Gas signs up Osprey for first-of-its-kind fleet charging deal
British Gas has partnered with Osprey Charging to help accelerate its transition to an all-electric fleet and simplify the driver charging process.
Private and public initiatives drive Scottish EV charging network expansion
Private and public partnerships are proving increasingly key in Scotland’s transition to all-electric transportation, helping to drive expansion of the charging network.
Fears for £1.5bn shortfall in government EV infrastructure funding
The Government’s EV infrastructure funding could fall short by more than £1.5bn, leaving the UK at risk of missing its net zero goals.
Vehicle-to-grid project shows potential to slash home energy bills significantly
A trial of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) smart charging has shown that the technology could cut home energy bills significantly while also helping to provide essential support to … Read More »
Leasing Gorilla to drive growth plans under new sales manager
CBVC Vehicle Management’s online Leasing Gorilla portal has spearheaded its growth plans with the appointment of Charlie Beresford as sales manager.
Novo to double EV courtesy fleet to meet growing demand for electric car cover
Electric car insurance and incident management firm Novo is doubling its EV courtesy fleet on the back of rising demand for electric car cover.
Hiyacar launches new car club in Waltham Forest
Hiyacar has teamed up with the London Borough of Waltham Forest to open a new car club.
Top 20 UK hotspots for rapid charging revealed
Nottingham is home to the most rapid and ultra-rapid chargers in the UK, making it a hotspot for charging your electric car as quickly as possible.
Northgate Vehicle Hire opens carbon-neutral southern hub in Reading
Northgate Vehicle Hire has opened new, carbon-neutral offices in Reading, supporting its sustainability and hybrid working approach.
Prices for used electric cars hit new high
Used electric cars reached a new price high on the back of soaring demand, Aston Barclay has reported.
Rising pump prices fuel shift to electric vehicles
As fuel prices at the pumps continue to hit new highs, driver interest in going electric continues to soar too.
Volkswagen-led consortium to become controlling majority shareholder of Europcar
A consortium led by Volkswagen has secured 87.38% of Europcar share capital in a tender offer, ensuring that it will become the controlling majority shareholder of … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Enterprise takes over and expands Aberdeen car club
Enterprise Car Club has taken over the operation of Aberdeen’s car club, expanding the scheme to help more drivers cut both costs and CO2.
Speedy invests £8m in fleet decarbonisation with 150 new electric vans
Speedy is deploying a further 150 new electric vans on its fleet under an £8.25m investment.
ATS Euromaster trains all staff to make centres EV-ready
ATS Euromaster has upskilled its entire network of tyre and maintenance centres on EVs to ensure technicians can work on both hybrid and electric vehicles safely. … Read More »
