Natalie Middleton
AFP webinar to explore optimising fleet data insights
A new webinar advising fleets on how to gain new data insights is being run by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) this month.
Jeep reveals plug-in hybrid Grand Cherokee 4xe
Jeep has revealed the first images of its Grand Cherokee 4xe plug-in hybrid ahead of its launch at the 2021 New York Motor show.
EDF salary sacrifice scheme drives employee switch to EVs
EDF has taken delivery of the 500th electric vehicle on its salary sacrifice scheme exactly a year after the scheme went live.
New car market to face more significant challenges, predicts Cox Automotive
The new car market is to be hit by further significant challenges over the coming months, on top of the existing semiconductor issues.
Footie fans warned of morning-after drink driving risk for Monday
Football fans are being warned not to drive on Monday morning if they’ve either been celebrating England’s win in the Euro 2020 final or drowning their … Read More »
Orders open for flagship 487hp Ford Mustang Mach-E GT
Ford has opened orders for its flagship Mustang Mach-E GT – its fastest-accelerating European five-seater ever.
Engineius launches driver feedback texts to give ‘360-degree’ feedback
Vehicle movement specialist Engineius has introduced a new driver text service, completing its ‘360-degree’ feedback approach.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
BMW 2 Series Coupé makes global debut
The BMW 2 Series Coupé has debuted at the Goodwood Festival of Speed 2021 ahead of its arrival in early 2022.
TfL invites views on expanded 20mph limits
Transport for London (TfL) is asking for views on plans to reduce speed limits across all its remaining roads in Westminster by spring 2022.
Vauxhall to go all-electric by 2028 as Stellantis ramps up electric offensive
Vauxhall’s complete line-up of cars and vans will be fully electric by 2028 as parent firm Stellantis intensifies its EV offensive to deliver “advanced technology at … Read More »
Revised Vauxhall Grandland: Pricing and specs revealed
Vauxhall’s updated Grandland SUV is now on sale, bringing new technologies, lower pricing and a range of petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid powertrains.
More powerful Škoda Kodiaq vRS now on sale
Škoda has announced pricing and specifications for its top-of-the-range Kodiaq vRS as order books open.
Cox Automotive continues mobility services growth with FleetMaster buy
Cox Automotive has acquired cloud-based fleet software business FleetMaster for an undisclosed sum, advancing its work in mobility services within Europe.
New security device to significantly enhance recovery of stolen fleet vehicles
A new fully managed vehicle security solution has launched to significantly increase the chances of recovering stolen fleet vehicles.
Zenith adopts agile working policy
Zenith is offering ‘agile’ working to all of its 1,000 colleagues, supported by new technology, training and facilities.
Research project to address EV barriers for disabled drivers
UK Power Networks is undertaking a research project with Motability and local authorities to help disabled drivers make the switch to electric vehicles.
Exaggerated EV range claims bringing range anxiety for company drivers
Vehicle manufacturers are deliberately exaggerating the range of their latest electric models, leading to unnecessary range anxiety amongst drivers.
EV skills gap could hamper 2030 ambitions
The pressure to get fleet and private drivers into electric and hybrid vehicles may not be matched by the ability of the servicing, maintenance and repair … Read More »
Better EV infrastructure essential for smooth vehicle deliveries, says Engineius
Planned investment in the EV charging infrastructure is not only essential for electric vehicle end-users but also for the vehicle movement sector too.
Lower running costs of EVs revealed in new research
The average Tesla driver spends £47 per month charging their car, less than a single tank of petrol.
Kia enhances UVO Connect vehicle telematics app
Kia has enhanced its UVO Connect app with enhanced graphics, revised menus and added functionality.
UK Fuels expands card network to 3,500 fuel stations
UK Fuels has increased its fuel card network to more than 3,500 fuel stations, hitting a new milestone.
Renault Megane to go hybrid-only with arrival of hatch plug-in hybrid
Renault is introducing a plug-in hybrid model to its Megane hatch line-up while dropping all existing petrol and diesel versions.
Renault Kangoo and Vauxhall Mokka fall short of Euro NCAP five stars
The new Renault Kangoo MPV and Vauxhall/Opel Mokka have returned four stars in the latest batch of Euro NCAP safety tests after falling short on dummy … Read More »
Fleet usage of contract hire to surge in next three years
Fleets are planning to rapidly increase their use of contract hire as a method of funding company cars and vans over the next three years, new … Read More »
Driver training ‘key’ to ensuring continued fall in road casualty numbers
Driver training has a key role in ensuring the reduction in road casualties during the pandemic is continued into the future.
Zipcar works with Mediafleet to brand latest tranche of vehicles
Zipcar has once again partnered with Mediafleet to ensure its latest vehicles are liveried for use.
Dacia sells 200,000th car in UK
Dacia has sold its 200,000th car in the UK, eight years after it launched in the market.
Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port plant safeguarded under electric vehicle plans
Vauxhall owner Stellantis is to invest £100m to turn Ellesmere Port into its first dedicated electric vehicle manufacturing site, safeguarding the plant’s future.
