Natalie Middleton
Nissan NV300 Combi updated
Nissan has introduced a series of upgrades to the NV300 Combi, including a more efficient powertrain2, sharper styling and new safety tech.
Audi reveals e-tron GT electric saloon
Audi has broken into the electric saloon sector with the unveiling of its Tesla Model S-rivalling e-tron GT.
Fleet Logistics scales up Global Mobility Solutions business
Fleet Logistics Group is accelerating growth plans for its Global Mobility Solutions (GMS) division as it continues to transition into a specialist in managed mobility solutions.
Charlie Brooks named strategy director at epyx
Charlie Brooks has been appointed as the new strategy director at epyx.
Vauxhall Combo-e Life electric MPV due this autumn
Vauxhall is to introduce an electric version of its Combo Life MPV, aimed at both families and fleets.
Brake webinar to spotlight risks from speeding drivers
A free webinar is being run for fleets to help them deal with the risks posed by driver speed.
New service to provide real-time vehicle insights
Connected car data solutions specialist IMS has launched a new service to provide live, real-time access to vehicle insights and mobility data.
Ford S-Max and Galaxy Hybrids go on sale
Ford’s new S-Max and Galaxy Hybrid MPVs have opened for orders, bringing significantly reduced CO2 along with pure-electric driving capability.
Kia to launch further seven EVs and expand into subscriptions
Kia has announced plans to launch a further seven electric vehicles and move into car subscriptions; part of its core plan to diversify from being an … Read More »
New Trakm8 telematics device brings solution to rising grey fleet use
A new telematics device designed to support fleets adapting to a new normal during the pandemic has launched from Trakm8.
Radius launches new range of EV charge points for fleets
UK Fuels parent Radius Payment Solutions has launched a new range of products specifically aimed at businesses and fleet operators.
UK used car market down 14.9% in 2020
Used car transactions fell to their lowest level since 2012 as a result of the coronavirus lockdowns in 2020, prompting a call for showrooms to reopen.
The Driving Doctor rebrands as Praiso on back of new funding
The Driving Doctor has rebranded as Praiso after securing £500k of private equity funding to accelerate the growth of its driver behaviour coaching app.
Mandate charger interoperability and government electric fleets, says thinktank
Electric vehicle uptake must be boosted by far-more radical policies, including for all new vehicle purchases for the public fleet to be battery electric vehicles (BEVs) … Read More »
Police start two-week clampdown on illegal phone use
A two-week national police enforcement campaign against illegal mobile phone use has started today (8 February 2021), reminding drivers of the consequences of using mobile phones.
Drive iQ safety programme gets major new update for 2021
Drive iQ has launched a major new revision of its online driver safety and well-being programme for 2021, while also introducing more accessible pricing.
New AA Smart Lease solution to provide CAZ-compliant vehicles
The AA is promoting its newly launched car leasing solution as an ‘accessible way’ into the electric vehicle market to help drivers avoid London ULEZ and … Read More »
Onto expands subscription fleet with Hyundai electric vehicles
Car subscription firm Onto has further expanded its electric vehicle fleet with the addition of the Kona Electric and Ioniq Electric.
New consultancy to help fleets navigate technology challenges
A new consultancy has launched to help fleets make better use of the technology available to them.
Former Vauxhall fleet boss Maurice Howkins joins SOGO
Industry veteran Maurice Howkins has joined ultra-flexible lease provider SOGO as corporate sales director.
New public sector procurement system to enable mass adoption of greener vehicles
A new procurement system has launched, claimed to enable the public sector to purchase alternative fuel vehicles on a larger scale than ever before.
AX to offer EV drivers like-for-like replacement vehicles
Accident aftercare specialist AX has launched a new like-for-like replacement vehicle service for electric vehicle drivers; part of a range of actions to enhance its EV … Read More »
Coming cold snap to bring increased accidents and breakdowns, RAC warns
The return to colder weather over the coming days is expected to bring an increased number of accidents and breakdowns.
Mercedes-Benz EQA electric crossover now on sale
Order books are now open for the Mercedes-Benz EQA electric crossover, which is priced from £40,495 (incl. Plug-in Grant). It forms the lead-in to the carmaker’s … Read More »
Potholes now more rising concern for motorists than drink driving or texting
Potholes are becoming a growing concern for drivers, overtaking texting and drink driving in problem ratings.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Record-high support for electric driving, finds LeasePlan research
More drivers than ever are ready to go electric but lack of charging stations is proving a roadblock on making the switch.
CO2-neutral fuels must not be ignored in emissions reductions work, says Mazda
Mazda has become the first carmaker to join the eFuel Alliance, as it pushes for CO2-neutral fuels to be included in work to reduce emissions in … Read More »
89 dashcam videos of driving offences sent to police every day
Motorists are being warned to “always drive as if you are being watched by the police”, as dashcam footage becomes a “game changer” in law enforcement.
Fleets offered white-label version of Autorola vehicle disposal platform
Fleets can now use a white-label version of Autorola’s vehicle disposal platform to remarket straight to the trade.
