Natalie Middleton
Toyota Aygo X: Pricing and trims revealed
Toyota has revealed that its new Aygo X will be priced from £14,795 when it starts pre-sales next month.
Company car green revival revealed in new Athlon/Fleet World reader research
The changing face of fleet – including the switch to EVs and the revival of the company car – has been uncovered in Fleet World’s 2021 … Read More »
Rising cost of vehicle repairs driving up fleet claims
Fleet insurance premiums could start soaring on the back of fast-rising vehicle repair costs.
All handheld mobile phone use while driving to become illegal next year
Police are to start prosecuting drivers for any handheld mobile phone use from next year, on the back of tighter legislation.
Toyota creates bespoke police patrol car
Toyota has worked with Derbyshire Constabulary to create a bespoke blue light version of its hybrid Corolla Touring Sports estate.
Toyota Prius is latest hybrid to top Aston Barclay used car desirability index
The Toyota Prius become the second consecutive hybrid to top Aston Barclay’s monthly used car desirability index.
Bridgestone and Michelin lead efforts on more sustainable tyres
Michelin and Bridgestone are to reveal plans to increase sustainability and cut emissions in the tyre industry via a joint presentation later this month.
Volkswagen T-Roc updated with new design and technology
Volkswagen has refreshed its T-Roc compact crossover with updated design plus new driver assist tech and digital services.
Hyundai gives glimpse of new Ioniq 7 with Seven concept reveal
Hyundai has revealed its Seven concept at the Los Angeles motor show, giving an insight of how its flagship Ioniq 7 seven-seater SUV will look.
Public confidence about self-driving vehicles boosted when safety operator onboard
The UK public is positive about the benefits of self-driving vehicles but having a safety operator onboard is key to boosting confidence.
Common driver risk management mistakes and the solutions revealed in new campaign
New resources that can help fleets navigate the driver risk management ‘minefield’ are now available from the Driving for Business (DfBB) campaign as it warns of … Read More »
Ogilvie Fleet agrees 18,000-vehicle remarketing deal with Cazoo
Ogilvie Fleet has signed up Cazoo to provide end-of-life vehicle solutions for its 18,000-plus vehicle fleet, enhancing services for its clients.
Interview: GoWithFlow and Charley Boorman on the fleet switch to EVs
At this month’s Web Summit, sustainability mobility management firm GoWithFlow teamed up with actor and EV enthusiast Charley Boorman to run an electric vehicle master class … Read More »
Rural charging consortium scoops £335k Innovate UK funding
A new project focused on ways to improve public charging provision in rural regions has scored £335k in funding from Innovate UK.
Challenges and solutions for EV logistics revealed in new white paper
The EV revolution is creating significant challenges when it comes to single vehicle deliveries, requiring new ways of thinking.
Kia EV9 concept previews new range-topping electric SUV
Kia has uncovered its EV9 concept at the Los Angeles motor show, giving an insight into how its future range-topping electric SUV might look.
Used car values still near record levels
Average used car values have surpassed £11,000 for the second month running at BCA, remaining near record levels.
New £900k Enterprise Hub brings greener travel options to Dundee fleets
A new Enterprise Hub is now open in Dundee, providing a range of low- and zero-emission vehicles for hire by local drivers and businesses.
Road Angel goes live with smart motorway lane closure alerts
A new feature providing alerts of smart motorway lane closures is now available on Road Angel’s speed awareness devices.
Nextbase’s Bryn Brooker named Road Safety Hero by Brake
Road safety charity Brake has named Nextbase’s Bryn Brooker as an official Road Safety Hero.
Competition on EV charging at motorway services to open up after Gridserve pledge
EV drivers are to benefit from healthier market competition on charging at motorway services on the back of new pledges to end current exclusive arrangements.
Audi boosts e-tron electric range with free update
Audi is offering a free software update for selected e-tron electric models, boosting range.
Tracker signals telematics growth plans with insurtech expert appointment
Tracker Network UK has appointed insurtech expert Luke Anyon as insurance sales director, spearheading its telematics growth plans.
Hyvia previews two more hydrogen commercial vehicles, due 2022
Hyvia, a joint venture between Renault and Plug Power, has revealed two further hydrogen light commercial vehicle prototypes ahead of their 2022 launch.
DriveTech launches Vision Zero Road Safety Awards 2021
DriveTech has launched its Vision Zero Safety Awards 2021, shining the spotlight on innovative road casualty reduction and safer roads initiatives.
Lack of public education on e-scooters creating safety issues
More must be done to control the number of e-scooters being used illegally on public roads, including increased regulation and education alongside penalties.
Integrated home, workplace and public charging solution launches for fleets
A combined at-home and on-the-road billing solution that could transform the way businesses manage EV charging reimbursement has launched.
Speeding clampdown in London to support Vision Zero road safety work
Transport for London (TfL) is to roll out more 20mph speed limits in the capital alongside increased work by the Metropolitan Police Service to clamp down … Read More »
Road Safety Week 2021: Teach road safety awareness in schools, says TTC
Introducing road safety training to the national school curriculum could leave the next generation of road users better prepared for when they start learning how to … Read More »
‘Soaring’ fleet interest in kerbside charging prompts new AFP webinar
A new kerbside electric vehicle charging webinar is to be run by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) on the back of soaring fleet interest in … Read More »
