Natalie Middleton
Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland pledges electric and hybrid fleet by 2024
Saint-Gobain UK & Ireland has pledged to move its entire car fleet to electric and hybrid vehicles by the end of 2023.
Activate Group appoints chief commercial officer
Activate Group has appointed Victoria Turner as chief commercial officer as it looks to ramp up its commercial function.
Quietest Easter on the roads in at least eight years predicted
Road traffic over the Easter weekend is likely to be at its lowest level in eight years, although traffic could rise towards the end of the … Read More »
Government pledges to make car parking fairer
The Government has pledged to introduce fairer parking measures, cutting down on ‘cowboy’ private parking firms and encouraging shoppers to return to high streets and town … Read More »
MFG to roll out 2,800 ultra-rapid EV chargers in next decade
Independent forecourt operator MFG is to install ultra-rapid chargers across its network by 2035.
Goodyear to help improve EV fleet performance at UFODRIVE
All-electric car rental firm UFODRIVE has teamed up with Goodyear to improve the performance of its EV fleet, bringing a range of benefits for its rental … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
EVA England members get discounts on Onto EV subscriptions
The Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England has partnered with Onto, enabling members to try an electric car without any long-term commitment.
Geotab bolsters OEM work with new appointment
Geotab has appointed Christoph Ludewig as vice president OEM Europe, reinforcing its work to provide a leading-edge connected vehicle platform for manufacturers.
National sales manager returns to Allscreens Nationwide
Allscreens Nationwide has welcomed Jo Birch back into the fold as its new national sales manager.
Ford to end Mondeo production in 2022
Ford is to stop production of its Mondeo stalwart from March 2022 under its plans for an all-electric future.
Mandate alcolocks asap to tackle drink-driving, says PACTS
Alcohol interlocks should be introduced as soon as possible for drivers convicted of drink-driving, the Government has been told.
Peugeot cuts e-2008 prices on back of Plug-in Grant changes
Peugeot has lowered prices across its e-2008 range while also providing enhanced deposit contributions for the e-208, helping to compensate for the Plug-in Car Grant changes.
Private buyers not getting same EV incentives as fleets
The Government is being urged to step up the pace on electric vehicle incentives for private drivers as the UK car sector warns the switch to … Read More »
Arval supports fleets to net zero with carbon offsets
Arval has teamed up with social business ClimateSeed to support fleets with decarbonisation work on the road to net zero. The partnership will offer clients the … Read More »
VCS integrates CM Specialist Vehicles to expand blue light work
Ambulance conversion specialist VCS is expanding into new areas of the emergency services sector with the integration of CM Specialist Vehicles into the brand.
VisionTrack appoints head of corporate sales
James Littlechild has joined VisionTrack as head of corporate sales, supporting the firm’s ongoing expansion in the UK and internationally.
60% of motorists see autonomous cars as a serious danger
IAM RoadSmart is calling for an understanding of automated features to be included in the driver training and the UK driving test as its research reveals … Read More »
Disconnect workplace charge point and EV car policy decisions, says Arval
Business decisions on charge point installations should be treated as an entirely separate consideration to decisions on electric vehicle adoption for company car drivers.
EV charging and reimbursement causing fleet headaches, says AFP
Electric vehicle adoption is fast picking up pace among fleets but operators are facing challenges when it comes to reimbursement and sorting charging, according to the … Read More »
Range anxiety and charging times still main barriers to EVs
Addressing anxieties about electric vehicle ranges and charging times remains key to driver acceptance of EVs, although greater education is also needed on the financial benefits … Read More »
Kia launches grant-friendly long-range e-Niro electric crossover
Kia has introduced a new mid-spec version of its e-Niro electric crossover, priced under £35,000 and therefore qualifying for the revised Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG).
Vauxhall cuts EV prices to ensure Plug-in Car Grant eligibility
Vauxhall has lowered new Mokka-e and Vivaro-e Life prices with immediate effect, ensuring they remain eligible for the Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG).
Fleets undergoing fundamental shift in post-pandemic funding
Businesses are embarking on a fundamental change in vehicle funding according to ARI, which has doubled the size of its finance-leased fleet in the UK in … Read More »
Rapid charging forecourts are key incentive for EV switch, say drivers
Bespoke rapid charging forecourts could play a major role in encouraging drivers to switch to electric vehicles, new research finds.
Liberty on track to go all-electric ahead of government deadlines
Property services business Liberty has said its vehicle fleet will go all-electric earlier than government deadlines as part of the firm’s wider commitment to becoming carbon-neutral.
Geotab develops ‘go-to’ resource for implementing fleet electric vehicles
Geotab has published a new ‘Ultimate Guide to Fleet Electrification’ guide to provide a comprehensive go-to resource for fleets exploring electric vehicles.
Bank of England among speakers at VRA’s Future Economics webinar
The subject of ‘Future Economics’ is to be tackled by speakers including the Bank of England in a Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) webinar taking place next … Read More »
Raft of new recruits at JCT600 VLS
JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions has made a number of appointments as it reports rising demand from new customer wins as well as existing business accounts.
Tyre checks vital before fleets return to road, says Michelin
Motorists and fleet managers should ensure essential safety checks are completed before allowing little-used cars or vans to return to the road.
