Natalie Middleton
Jaama completes brand refresh on path to further growth
Jaama has launched a new-look website, introducing the final piece of its brand refresh project undertaken during recent months as it positions the company for further … Read More »
Remarketing industry must factor in EV charging requirements, says VRA
Vehicle remarketing companies must start taking future electric vehicle charging needs into account as larger numbers of EVs start making their way onto the used market. … Read More »
Fleets urged to help safeguard future of Plug-in Grants
The fleet industry is being urged to take action to safeguard the Plug-in Car and Van Grants in line with growing concerns that they could imminently … Read More »
Connected vehicle data specialist to accelerate growth under new funding
Collision Management Systems (CMS) has secured additional funding from equity investor BGF as it looks to grow its business further.
Drivers offered free smart charging tech under Moixa and Alfen trial
Moixa and Alfen have teamed up for a smart charging trial expected to demonstrate how such technology can “turbo-charge the growth of EVs”.
Green shoots for fleet wholesale market, says Cox Automotive
Fleet wholesale prices at Cox Automotive rose to £10,575 in January 2020, up 8.0% year-on-year, and indicating “green shoots” for the sector.
A million drivers admit to using hand-held mobiles on every car journey
More than one million drivers have admitted to using their phones behind the wheel on every journey they made in the past 12 months; further reinforcing … Read More »
Ola takes ride-hailing fight to Uber with London launch
Indian ride-hailing firm Ola has expanded its UK operations further with its official launch in London.
Fleet focus on cost control to gather momentum in 2020, says epyx
2020 will see fleets increasingly turn their attention to cost control in the service, maintenance and repair (SMR) sector, according to epyx.
Volvo and Geely Auto consider merger
Volvo Car AB and Geely Automobile Holdings Limited, both part of Geely Holding Group, have said they’re considering a global merger as they look to combine … Read More »
WLTP CO2 data gap to hit fleets imminently
Fleets are being urged to review their fleet policies now to help circumvent imminent issues from the switch to WLTP-based motoring taxes this coming April.
JLR electric chauffeur service enhanced with What3Words functionality
Users of Jaguar Land Rover’s new Havn premium electric chauffeur service can now use What3Words functionality to enter exact pick-up and drop off locations around London.
Early CO2 details on new-gen Toyota Yaris
Toyota Europe has published initial CO2 data for the forthcoming Yaris, which will introduce latest-generation hybrid technology when it launches this coming autumn.
Kwik Fit lands major deal with Lex Autolease
Kwik Fit has gone live with a six-year agreement with Lex Autolease; its largest-ever deal by value and forecast tyre volume with a major contract hire … Read More »
New online EV rental platform is UK-first, says Nexus
A new dedicated electric vehicle (EV) online rental platform for business use has gone live from Nexus Vehicle Rental as part of its revamped IRIS V5 … Read More »
Intervention management critical in avoiding rental ‘rip-off’ charges
Vehicle rental is rapidly becoming the corporate mobility preference of choice but intervention management is the key to avoiding unwarranted rental charges.
Northern Powergrid tool to help businesses and councils plan charge points sites
Business fleet operators and local authorities in the North East, Yorkshire and northern Lincolnshire can now use a free online tool to identify the best new … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Used market bounces back at end of 2019
Used prices rose by as much as 8.5% in 2019, with diesel making a strong comeback, while the market has also seen a strong start to … Read More »
‘Business as usual’ for licence checking but major Brexit changes on way
Fleets have been told not to panic when it come to licence checking in the wake of the UK formally having left the European Union – … Read More »
New partnership to create end-to-end transport planning solution
A new pay-as-you-go online optimisation tool is to launch for fleets this year; the result of a partnership between UK-based route optimisation and fleet scheduling specialist … Read More »
Used buyer eco preferences underscored in new research
Almost half of Britain’s used car buyers would go green and choose an electric or hybrid model if they had the option.
Plug-in vehicle grants to continue past 2020, Treasury indicates
Comments from the Treasury have given hope that fleets and drivers will continue to get financial support with the switch to plug-in vehicles, ahead of plans … Read More »
Fleet giants make 100% EV pledges but concerns mount over vehicle supply
Work to accelerate the switch to electric vehicles in the UK and globally continues to gather pace with the news that vehicle leasing giants Lex Autolease … Read More »
Fleet and automotive industry gurus team up for new consultancy
Fleet and automotive industry leaders have come together to create a new specialist consultancy to help the automotive sector deal with a ‘perfect storm’ of challenges … Read More »
Leeds readies for Clean Air Zone with £3.7m funding support
Businesses in Leeds have received £3.7m to help switch to cleaner vehicles ahead of this summer’s launch of Clean Air Zone charges in the city.
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How a former Dundee petrol station became one of Europe’s most innovative EV charging hubs
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Tevva prepares to call in administrators while seeking rescue deal
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Qwello builds pan-European charging solution with Park & Charge acquisition
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New driving licence and grey fleet platform launches to shake up fleet industry
