Natalie Middleton
Radius acquires Modus to advance vehicle telematics work
Telematics and fuel cards specialist Radius is continuing on the acquisition trail with a deal to buy app-based tracking and insurtech business Modus.
TTC Group sold by Palatine in MBO and private capital deal
TTC Group has been sold by Palatine Private Equity to the TTC management team supported by investment by Pricoa Private Capital.
Used car prices undergoing ‘seismic shift’ upwards
The used car sector is seeing a seismic shift upwards in pricing, thanks to robust consumer demand and dwindling supplies, indicating a strong summer for used … Read More »
Toyota lowers RAV4 PHEV entry price with new grade
Toyota has introduced a new entry-level trim for its RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, lowering the entry-level price.
Transport Committee surveys drivers on EV barriers
The Transport Committee has launched a short survey exploring the key influences on electric vehicle decisions.
BMW and Mini launch one-stop shop EV charging service
BMW and Mini have launched a new charging service in the UK, bringing access to one of the world’s largest public charging networks.
Jaguar I-Pace becomes Google Street View’s first electric vehicle
A modified Jaguar I-Pace electric SUV is being used by Google to measure air quality in Dublin over the next 12 months.
Renault Arkana hybrid SUV: Prices and specs confirmed
Renault’s Arkana hybrid SUV has opened for pre-orders, priced from £25,300.
Third of fleets lack legal vehicle policy
Whilst the vast majority of those who manage their business’s fleet are aware that a company vehicle policy is a legal requirement, a third (33%) don’t … Read More »
Cupra Born electric car to bring up to 231hp and 335-mile range
Cupra has revealed its first all-electric vehicle, due in 2022 and promising up to 231hp of power and 335 miles of range.
HMRC announces latest advisory fuel rates
HMRC has announced new advisory fuel rates, effective from 1 June 2021 and introducing a number of changes.
SMH on recruitment drive to meet record fleet demand
SMH Fleet Solutions is recruiting more than 130 technicians across the UK as it reports fast-rising demand for its services.
Fleets already concerned over diesel and petrol residual values
The issue of future residual values for ICE cars and vans is becoming a concern to fleets in the countdown to 2030.
Onto expands subscription fleet with 250 Peugeot e-2008 models
Electric car subscription service Onto has expanded its fleet with 250 Peugeot e-2008 GT models.
Audi appoints Claire English as new head of fleet
Claire English is joining Audi UK as its new head of fleet from 12 July.
Škoda Octavia Scout returns exclusively for emergency services
Škoda has reintroduced its offroad-focused Scout trim for the latest-generation Octavia – but only for emergency service customers.
Volvo partners with NewMotion to support drivers with home charging
Volvo Car UK has appointed NewMotion as its electric vehicle charge point partner, supporting drivers with home charging solutions.
UK’s public charge point network grows by more than a quarter in a year
The UK’s public EV charging network has grown by 27.0% over the last 12 months, including significant growth in the first quarter of 2021.
Ofgem investment to triple UK’s ultra-rapid charging network
Ofgem is making a £300m investment to support the UK’s electric vehicle revolution, helping to triple the UK’s ultra-rapid charging network.
Footage shows driver on phone narrowly avoid hitting police
Newly published footage from Highways England shows a lorry driver narrowly avoiding a collision with another HGV while using his mobile phone at the wheel.
Carzam to launch direct car buying service
Online used car retailer Carzam is launching a used car buying service in the coming weeks.
Drivers’ Lottery to give away over £150k to fleet drivers
Company car and van drivers adopting greener habits behind the wheel could win weekly cash prizes under The Drivers’ Lottery initiative.
April sets new record for monthly used car sales in pandemic
Used car sales in April hit a record high during the pandemic, helped by strong hybrid and petrol car demand as dealers reopened showrooms.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
One in four drivers plan on an EV in next five years, finds Ofgem
Almost one in four (24%) consumers plan to buy an electric vehicle or plug-in hybrid in the next five years, but barriers still remain.
Arsenal installs electric car charging for fans at Emirates Stadium
Arsenal has deployed electric vehicle chargers at its Emirates Stadium, enabling fans to charge during games.
Europe’s most powerful electric vehicle charging hub to open in Oxford
An EV charging hub said to be the most powerful in Europe is to open in Oxford later this year; the first of 40 planned for … Read More »
Kia e-Niro adapted for use as electric emergency response vehicles
Two Kia e-Niro electric cars have been adapted for use as electric emergency response vehicles for an NHS ambulance trust.
InstaVolt teams up with the AA to provide 24/7 charger support
Rapid EV charger specialist InstaVolt has joined forces with the AA to provide 24/7 support to EV drivers.
