Natalie Middleton
Bristol’s Clean Air Zone to include cars and vans
Bristol City Council has approved final proposals for a Clean Air Zone (CAZ), which could go live from October 2021 and include cars and vans.
‘Long way to go’ to meet UK’s electric vehicle targets, says NAO
Take-up of electric vehicles has a “long way to go” to meet government plans for only zero-emission cars and vans to be sold by 2035.
Eco benefits of PHEVs under scrutiny in new Green NCAP research
New research on the eco benefits of plug-in hybrids is now available – showing that some are no better than conventional cars while others genuinely offer … Read More »
New appointments at Lloyds Banking Group bolster EV work
Lloyds Banking Group Motor Finance and Leasing has made two senior appointments in line with its work to support fleets transitioning to electric vehicles.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Smart motorways come under scrutiny from MPs
MPs are to investigate both the benefits and safety of smart motorways in a fresh inquiry that will look at how necessary they actually are and … Read More »
Martin Gurney joins Polestar as head of European fleet and business
Polestar is to drive its fleet presence across Europe and the UK with the appointment of Martin Gurney.
EV fleet drivers could make major savings by changing energy tariffs
Fleet drivers running electric vehicles could save up to £1,250 a year on energy bills by switching to the correct tariff for home vehicle charging.
HMRC announces latest advisory fuel rates
HMRC has revealed latest advisory fuel rates, which take effect from 1 March 2021 and bring a number of changes.
Early details on all-new Škoda Fabia
Škoda has published a new teaser image of its forthcoming Fabia, showing that the fourth generation will up the ante on size and space as well … Read More »
Volvo and Geely Auto to deepen EV collaboration
Volvo Cars and Geely Auto are to work more closely on electric vehicle developments but will not push ahead with previous plans for a merger.
Plan your optimal electric fleet with the new EV Fleet World Digital issue
The latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital is now live, bringing latest electric vehicle advice and vehicle tests to help fleets make the switch to … Read More »
Hyundai to recall 82,000 electric vehicles globally over battery fire risk
Hyundai is to recall some 82,000 electric vehicles worldwide due to a potential fire risk from the battery pack.
Greener E10 petrol to become standard by September 2021
Greener E10 fuel is to become the standard grade of petrol at UK pumps by September 2021, helping to cut transport CO2 emissions but potentially increasing … Read More »
Failure to plan for end of lockdown could bring fleet downtime
Forward planning is essential now to ensure optimum fleet uptime when business starts returning to normal.
SOGO appoints head of remarketing
Ultra-flexible leasing company SOGO has appointed Tristan Downs as its first head of remarketing.
EV drivers asked for views on state of public charging
Electric vehicle drivers are being asked for their views on the current state of public charging to help shape future developments.
New Chevin website showcases latest fleet innovations
Chevin has introduced a new website and brand identity, showcasing how its smart technology can enhance both fleet and business performance.
95% of car buyers believe dealerships can be run Covid-safe
The majority of car buyers are comfortable with re-entering showrooms when lockdown restrictions lift and have full confidence that showrooms will be Covid-safe.
Webfleet Solutions upgrades Pro Driver Terminal
Webfleet has introduced its latest Pro Driver Terminal, bringing a range of hardware technologies to help improve fleet efficiency.
Fleet Operations names new business development manager
Mark Gallagher has joined Fleet Operations as business development manager.
Trackstar wins latest BMW tracking deal with new innovation
Stolen vehicle tracking provider (SVT) Trackstar has secured an extended contract with BMW UK on the back of its new tracking solution.
AA to reveal tech breakthrough in new webinar
The AA’s business services division is hosting a webinar to launch its latest roadside innovation, the Freewheeling Hub.
New Mercedes-Benz C-Class goes electrified only
Mercedes-Benz has revealed its new-generation C-Class saloon and estate, introducing an electrified-only engine line-up including plug-in hybrids, plus increased luxury and latest technology.
Engineius ramps up profile to become go-to vehicle movement provider
Vehicle movement specialist Engineius is looking to grow its profile as it positions itself as the go-to movement provider across the fleet sector.
Hyundai Ioniq 5 all-electric crossover revealed
Hyundai has unveiled its Ioniq 5 all-electric crossover; the first in its new Ioniq sub-brand.
New ‘mythbuster’ advice to help fleets answer EV queries
A new ‘mythbusters’ document is available from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) to help fleets tackle common company car driver misconceptions on electric vehicles.
Citroën targets fleets with ë-Berlingo electric MPV
Citroën is introducing a fully electric version of its Berlingo MPV, bringing five- or seven-seat practicality and a range up to 174 miles.
Car fleet operations becoming much more diverse, says FleetCheck
Car fleet management is shifting in emphasis and could soon develop into three relatively equal pillars, covering conventional fleet, grey fleet and salary sacrifice schemes.
New KiaCharge service takes one-stop shop approach to EV charging
Kia has launched a new ‘one-stop shop’ EV charging service that provides access to more than 13,900 UK charging points from a single account.
