Natalie Middleton
New platform to simplify EV adoption and charging for fleets
Electric vehicle tech start-up Diode had launched a new platform to help fleets assess EV suitability and simplify charge point procurement.
Arnold Clark Innovation Centre educates drivers and fleets on electric journey
The Arnold Clark Innovation Centre in Glasgow has already drawn a positive response from fleets and drivers, just three months after launching.
United Utilities makes progress on green fleet commitments
United Utilities is continuing to roll out a series of green fleet initiatives, supporting its climate change pledges.
Price of diesel hits £1.50 per litre
The average price of a litre of diesel in the UK is now more than £1.50 – a new record high and bringing further pain for … Read More »
Road Safety Week 2021: Lives saved on roads in lockdown should inspire more action
Reductions in the number of people killed or seriously injured on the roads – due to lockdown restrictions last year – are to be welcomed but … Read More »
Tier acquires Nextbike to create sustainable micro-mobility giant
E-scooter firm Tier has acquired Europe’s top bikeshare player Nextbike, cementing its plans to become a leading global micro-mobility provider.
Fire and rescue service to increase efficiency with Civica cloud solution
Mid and West Wales Fire and Rescue Service is using new smart cloud technology from Civica to bring maintenance and tracking of all its assets under … Read More »
Centrica EV salary sacrifice scheme proves hit with employees
A new employee-wide EV sacrifice scheme at Centrica has seen high take-up in its first fortnight as employees look for a cost-effective way to go electric.
Renault Retail Group courtesy car fleet goes all-electric
Renault Retail Group has switched all its courtesy cars in England and Wales to the Renault Zoe E-Tech, giving customers a real-world experience of how easily … Read More »
MPs to debate tougher sentences for hit-and-run drivers
MPs are meeting today (15 November 2021) to debate tougher sentences for hit-and-run drivers who cause death, coinciding with the first day of Road Safety Week.
Vodafone to eliminate fleet emissions by 2027
Vodafone UK is working to eliminate carbon emissions from its 1,355-strong car and van fleet by 2027; three years ahead of the UK’s 2030 ICE ban.
Third of fleets now allow sales staff and managers to go electric
Just over a third (35%) of UK organisations now give sales professionals and managers the option to go fully electric or hybrid; nearly double the figure … Read More »
Petrol tops 146p a litre for first time ever while diesel nears 150p
Pump prices in the UK have hit new record highs on the back of continued rises in recent weeks.
Croydon to install further 60 EV charge points
Croydon is to install a further 60 EV charge points by the end of 2021, helping to address the national “charge point crisis” in the UK.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Rivus and Fleet Assist work to plug EV technician skills gap
Rivus and Fleet Assist have stepped in to support work on plugging a gap in EV skills for the UK’s vehicle technicians ahead of the 2030 … Read More »
London Mayor urged to expand car clubs to cut pollution
Expanding car clubs across the capital could reduce private car use, cutting congestion and pollution, the London Assembly has said.
Peugeot reveals updated 3008 and 5008
Peugeot has updated the 3008 and 5008 SUVs for the 2022 model year, adding in exterior and interior styling updates and new equipment.
Fleet concerns over smart motorways revealed in new Licence Check research
More than 80% of fleets feel smart motorways are unsafe or could be improved, according to new research.
Subaru debuts first global EV with Solterra SUV reveal
Subaru has unveiled its Solterra SUV; its first battery electric vehicle to be launched globally and a “cornerstone” of its future BEVs.
Licence Bureau debuts new digital licence scanning tech
Licence Bureau has introduced a new digital licence scanning solution that will enable fleets and drivers to complete licence scans and checks far quicker than before.
Silvey Fleet launches EV consultancy and all-in-one fuel card
Silvey Fleet has launched a new EV fuel card, supported by an accompanying EV consultancy solution to help fleets make well-informed decisions on going electric.
Kia to go all-electric in Europe by 2035 and carbon-neutral by 2045
Kia has committed to having a fully electric model range in Europe by 2035 and in key global markets by 2040, supporting its carbon-neutral plans.
Saint-Gobain to roll out 4,500 EV charging points to support electric car fleet
Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland is rolling out 4,500 electric car charging points, underpinning its switch to an electric car fleet.
Take the guesswork out of going electric with free SME fleet trial
UK SMEs are being invited to sign up for a free trial that will assess if their van fleet can go electric without compromise.
Net zero targets won’t be met unless commuting emissions addressed
Emissions from commuting must be addressed for organisations to meet ambitious net zero targets.
EV skills gap could materialise as soon as 2026, says IMI
The UK automotive sector will have a shortfall of nearly 36,000 technicians by 2030 unless training is addressed urgently.
TMC updates free guide on EV mileage reimbursement
TMC has updated its guide to reimbursing electric vehicle drivers for business mileage.
London Borough of Islington deploys 500 e-bikes
E-scooter operator Tier has partnered with the London Borough of Islington to deploy 500 e-bikes, ahead of plans for a wider roll-out in the capital.
Financial barriers to decarbonising UK road transport addressed in new report
The UK’s transition to all-new EV sales by 2030 may fail without financial solutions that can facilitate an inclusive transition.
