Natalie Middleton
Future government backing for hydrogen could make major difference to fleets
The upcoming election and potential new UK government provides a much-needed opportunity for a rethink on the future hydrogen strategy.
Vauxhall Corsa cuts emissions with new mild hybrid petrol
Vauxhall’s revamped Corsa line-up now gets a new mild hybrid powertrain, delivering lower emissions and improved fuel efficiency.
RAC calls for government action on headlight glare
The RAC has urged the Government to commission an independent study into the issue of headlight glare as new research indicates risks to road safety.
Over 80% of SMEs still use manual tools to manage fleets
The vast majority of SMEs still use manual processes to manage their fleets, although a growing number are turning to digital tools to drive efficiencies.
CES 2024: Bosch demos driverless parking and charging
Bosch, along with Volkswagen subsidiary Cariad, is working on an automated valet parking service that includes driverless charging of EVs.
DPD signs EV deal with Allstar to drive fleet decarbonisation
DPD is offering its EV drivers full access to the Allstar Chargepass payment solution for public and home charging under a new deal.
Over two-thirds of PHEV drivers go fully electric for next car, says Fleet Evolution
Some 70% of drivers of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) transition to battery electric vehicles (BEVs) for their next car, according to Fleet Evolution.
Gridserve Electric Forecourt opens at Gatwick with 30 EV charging bays
Gridserve has opened an Electric Forecourt at London Gatwick, complete with 30 brand-new EV charging bays.
Global Vans buys XLCR to create leasing ‘super broker’
Global Vans has acquired XLCR Vehicle Leasing in a deal to create a car and van leasing ‘super broker’.
Kwik Fit to drive mobile tyre fitting operation under new chief
Kwik Fit has appointed Mark Wellings to lead its mobile tyre fitting operation, replacing Simon Lucas.
FMG Repair Services expands into new Bristol site
FMG Repair Services has opened the doors to a new accident repair centre, located just off the M4 in Bristol.
Managing director appointment at Synergy Car Leasing
Vehicle leasing broker Synergy Car Leasing has appointed Will Voisey as managing director to drive the next phase of its growth strategy.
Solera expands fleet team with new senior appointment
Solera has appointed Jog Lall as the business development director for international fleet solutions.
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