Natalie Middleton
Government ‘must double’ charge point target for successful fleet EV transition
Venson Automotive Solutions has called on the Government to double its 2030 charge point target to ensure fleets can successfully and confidently transition to electrification.
Real-world fleet EV issues and solutions revealed in first Rivus EV Academy
Leading figures at the forefront of electric fleets teamed up to share implementation insights at Rivus’ first-ever EV Academy.
Used car values fall in tougher market
Used car values at BCA fell 5.9% month-on-month in March in a “tough but functioning” market.
GreenFlux gains UK rapid charging network access under Osprey roaming deal
Osprey has opened its UK rapid charging network to EV drivers from mainland Europe under a major new roaming deal with GreenFlux.
New ‘Fleet as a Service’ platform to help manage mixed fleets
A new Fleet as a Service (FaaS) platform is launching this year, delivering an end-to end solution for fleets as they decarbonise and transition to alternative … Read More »
Electric cars account for almost two-thirds of orders at Fleet Alliance in Q1
Electric vehicles have taken a record share of the new car order bank at Fleet Alliance in the first quarter of 2022, as fleets fast-track their … Read More »
EO Charging expands fleet and public sector focus with new appointments
EO Charging has strengthened its sales team with the appointment of Andrew Lawson as director of fleet and Gary Parker as head of public sector and … Read More »
Geotab and EV Café launch competition to help fleets go electric
Geotab and EV Café have teamed up to run a competition to find a fleet committed to switching to electric vehicles and to support them in … Read More »
Clean Air Zone clarity needed on mapping, fines and appeal process, says DMN
More clarity and information on Clean Air, Congestion Charge and Ultra Low Emission Zones is needed to eliminate logistical and financial problems for vehicle delivery services … Read More »
Extensions to company car and van replacement cycles likely to be long-term
Extensions forced on fleets by both the pandemic and much-delayed order times for new vehicles have probably changed company car and van replacement cycles forever, according … Read More »
Drivers willing to pay premium for more sustainable tyre production, finds Kwik Fit
Kwik Fit is making more tyres available that support sustainable natural rubber production, helping to protect the rainforests of Indonesia.
Citroën adds new £12,995 entry-level C3 trim
Citroën has introduced a new entry-level trim to its C3 supermini line-up, slashing base pricing to £12,995.
Busiest Easter bank holiday on the roads in eight years predicted
Drivers are being warned of record-high traffic levels for this coming Easter bank holiday, potentially bringing chaos and traffic jams in getaway hotspots.
UK Fuels introduces 100% carbon offsetting scheme for fleet operators
UK Fuels has launched a new service that can offset 100% of the carbon its fuel card customers currently release from the one billion litres of … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Webfleet Conference to feature expert mobility insights
The changing world of mobility and the challenges for fleets are to come under focus in an online conference from Webfleet Solutions.
First Ford E-Transit vans roll off production line
The first Ford E-Transit vans are starting to be shipped to fleets across Europe, supporting strong demand from operators to go electric.
All-electric Smart #1 compact SUV revealed
Smart has premiered its #1 electric compact SUV, spearheading the carmaker’s plans to reposition as a leading design brand with an all-electric line-up.
Government opens consultation on car and van ZEV mandate
A new consultation that will shape the design of the forthcoming Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) mandate is now open, supporting plans for all new cars and … Read More »
Gridserve completes EV charger upgrade across motorway network
Gridserve has now upgraded all its chargers across the UK’s motorways, bringing fast, reliable and connected charging.
Allstar expands EV charging network with Allego alliance
Allstar Business Solutions has partnered with pan-European electric vehicle charging network Allego to expand coverage for its Allstar One Electric payment card.
Extra MSA Group completes roll-out of ultra-fast charging points with Ionity
Motorway service area operator Extra MSA Group has finished its roll-out of Ionity ultra-fast charging points across its sites.
New ‘Hierarchy of Road Users’ could cause more conflict on nation’s roads
The majority of UK motorists believe that there will be more conflict on the nation’s roads as a result of the introduction of a hierarchy of … Read More »
In-car music choice can dramatically influence EV real-world driving range
Drivers opting to listen to relaxing classical music are likely to get a far higher real-world driving range out of their electric vehicles than people listening … Read More »
Autoserve offers maintenance platform to brokers under MotorLease tie-up
Autoserve is offering MotorLease brokers access to an all-in-one platform, enabling them to include maintenance packages in their contract hire quotations.
Peugeot launches Digital Service Record to help fleets and drivers keep track of SMR
Peugeot has introduced a new Digital Service Record, enabling fleets and drivers to easily access servicing, maintenance and repair details.
Ohme becomes EV charger provider for Motability Scheme
Ohme has been appointed as the official EV charger provider for customers on the Motability scheme, supporting work to enable electric vehicle take-up by disabled people.
Employee benefits startup debuts multi-solution payment card with sustainable mobility
French startup Worklife is planning to disrupt the employee benefits market and win over leading companies with its new multi-benefit payment card.
Peugeot cuts entry price for e-Rifter to qualify for Plug-in Car Grant
Peugeot has cut pricing for its all-electric e-Rifter MPV, with the entry-level Allure Premium model now eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant.
UK’s ultra-rapid charge points grew 11% in Q1 2022, reports Zap-Map
The number of ultra-rapid charge points in the UK grew 11% in the first three months of 2022 to 1,434, new data from Zap-Map reveals.
