Natalie Middleton
BVRLA provides EV training courses for rental and leasing sector
The BVRLA has launched two new EV training courses to help the vehicle rental, leasing and fleet industry provide guidance to customers.
BMW’s flagship iX electric SUV to bring choice of powertrains
BMW’s flagship iX electric SUV is to arrive at the end of 2021, offering a choice of two powertrains and priced from £69k in the UK.
Pressure on gig economy companies as Uber drivers win new rights
Uber has confirmed that its drivers in the UK will receive earnings guarantee, holiday pay and pensions in a landmark move that could bring pressures across … Read More »
DriveTech launches new online driver assessment for vans
DriveTech has launched a new online driver review for LCVs to ensure all businesses have easy access to risk assessment tools.
AFP seeks to define mobility management to support wider discussion
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has released a new document in which it aims to define mobility management to enable wider discussion across the travel, … Read More »
EV Fleet World Insight to bring latest EV news straight to fleets
The first issue of the new EV Fleet World Insight newsletter has now gone out, providing a round-up of the latest news and developments in electric … Read More »
Europcar introduces monthly subscription services for fleets
Europcar Mobility Group has launched a range of monthly subscription offers for fleets, providing a flexible alternative to fixed-term leasing or outright purchase.
2021 Great British Fleet Awards winners revealed
The UK’s pre-eminent fleet managers, service firms and cars and vans have been revealed in this year’s Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards.
Fleetondemand expands executive and product innovation teams
Fleetondemand has appointed three new senior management team members while also expanding its software development team.
SMH Fleet Solutions enhances EV capabilities
SMH Fleet Solutions has rolled out electric vehicle skill training for technicians across its sites while also increasing EV charging capability.
Pricing and specifications for updated Citroën C3 Aircross
The latest Citroën C3 Aircross SUV has gone on sale, priced from £17,320 and introducing a range of new features and technologies.
GDPR anniversary brings licence permissions issue, says Licence Check
Fleet operators are being warned of the need to re-mandate drivers on permission for licence checks in the run-up to the three-year anniversary of GDPR this … Read More »
Fleet Supplier of the Week: Sofico
Sofico has been named as Fleet World’s Supplier of the Week for its work on a new car sharing app.
Paul Stacy joins IMS in global BD role
Paul Stacy, founder of Wunelli and an entrepreneur in telematics tech, has joined IMS (Insurance & Mobility Solutions) as global business development director.
Stop overthinking electric vehicle adoption, says Arval
Businesses running company cars should stop overthinking electric vehicle adoption and not overcomplicate the process.
Electric Vehicle Association England opens to members
The Electric Vehicle Association (EVA) England is now open to members, providing a range of benefits and the opportunity for EV drivers to have their voices … Read More »
Volkswagen Group to build six gigafactories in Europe by 2030
Volkswagen Group has set out plans to enhance its EV battery cell supply and performance, ensuring that e-mobility becomes “affordable and the dominant drive technology”.
Volkswagen ties up with BP in work to expand European ultra-fast charging network
Volkswagen Group and BP are to team up on expanding ultra-fast chargers at BP sites in Europe, particularly in the UK and Germany.
Marshall Leasing managing director Peter Cakebread to retire
Peter Cakebread, managing director of Marshall Leasing, is to retire from the business at the end of April 2021 after 30 successful years leading the business.
Major new report to help unlock self-driving fleets
A new report identifying the potential impact of deploying autonomous vehicle services across the UK and the key considerations for fleet operators is now available.
Škoda Enyaq iV Sportline opens for orders
Škoda has opened orders for the new SportLine variant of its Enyaq iV electric SUV.
Kia EV6 electric crossover to spearhead new EV family
Kia has unveiled its EV6 fully electric car; its first dedicated battery electric vehicle and the spearhead in the brand’s new electric line-up.
First Clean Air Zone outside of London goes live in Bath
The UK’s first Clean Air Zone (CAZ) outside of London has launched this morning (15 March) in Bath, charging vans and other commercial vehicles but not … Read More »
SMH Fleet Solutions appoints James Starling as CCO
James Starling has joined SMH Fleet Solutions as chief commercial officer under major growth plans.
Fleet interest in cross-platform strategies to become major trend, says epyx
More fleets are investigating ‘joined-up’ cross-platform strategies as a result of increased interest in digitalisation spurred by the pandemic.
ADESA expands defleet work into Scotland under new deal
ADESA UK has partnered with QA Vehicle Solutions in a move which expands its defleeting operations into Scotland.
Oxford Zero Emission Zone pilot planned for August 2021
Oxford is progressing with plans for the UK’s first Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) after the city council gave the thumbs-up to a ZEZ pilot scheme.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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Electric car charging cables under target from scrap metal thieves
Electric vehicle drivers are being advised to lock away charging cables as the metal in them becomes increasingly sought after by thieves.
Telematics spotlight and latest EVs tested in new issue of Fleet World
The new issue of Fleet World is now available to read, featuring latest news, EV reviews and a spotlight on telematics.
