Natalie Middleton
Three-quarters of drivers think EV sounds should be standardised
Drivers think electric vehicles should emit sounds like petrol or diesel cars to help protect vulnerable road users, while the majority think they should be standardised.
‘Pulse of the industry’ revealed in five key points from Rivus/AA fleet research
Rivus Fleet Solutions, rebranded from BT Fleet Solutions following its recent acquisition, has once again teamed up with the AA to reveal the state of the … Read More »
Get ahead of the electric vehicle curve at Fleet Heroes Conference
With pressure building on the future UK government to bring forward plans to ban sales of “conventional” new petrol and diesel cars by 2040, expert advice … Read More »
Digital used vehicle buying activity rockets
Dealers are significantly ramping up their use of digital channels to source and buy stock – with one in three vehicles sales at Aston Barclay taking … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Electric cars cooler than ICE, say drivers
Electric cars now have the edge when it comes to image compared to petrol or diesel models but concerns over range limits remain.
Europe’s ‘first’ roadworthy autonomous delivery-bot unveiled
A new electric driverless delivery vehicle said to remove up to 90% of the cost associated with the last mile of delivery has been unveiled this … Read More »
LeasePlan progress on switch to EVs revealed in first-ever Sustainability Report
LeasePlan says it’s on track with plans to migrate its employee fleet to fully electric vehicles and to achieve net-zero emissions from its fleet by 2030.
Diesel still dominant for fleets, AA/Rivus report finds
Fleets are clearly moving towards alternatively fuelled vehicles, but diesel is retaining its popularity amongst commercial fleet users, according to the 2019/20 Operational Fleet Report from … Read More »
New mobility model could dramatically increase vehicle utilisation
A blended car club and car sharing solution that could make better use of the 36 million ‘empty’ car seats on the daily commute has been … Read More »
West Midlands Police contract renewal marks 25th anniversary milestone with Opus
West Midlands Police has extended its ongoing partnership with Opus Claim Solutions, building on the firms’ 25-year partnership.
Peugeot’s first-ever electric SUV opens for reservations
Peugeot has opened reservations for the new 2008, including the e-2008 variant that heralds its first-ever electric SUV.
Boris pledge on EV charging is ‘step in the right direction’
A pledge by Boris Johnson to tighten up the UK’s charging infrastructure has been greeted as a “step in the right direction”, with further work needed … Read More »
Key challenges and solutions for future mobility revealed in Amey research
Transforming the UK’s mobility sector could bring a future that’s sustainable, delivers social value, and benefits SMEs and social enterprises – but only if key challenges … Read More »
Fleets urged to ‘step up’ employee road safety focus under Road Safety Week
Licence Bureau is calling on fleet operators to ‘step up’ their road safety focus as part of Road Safety Week 2019 (18-24 November).
Innovative solution to ‘rocketing’ vehicle fines revealed in ACFO webinar
Fleet vehicle motoring fines are on the rise but an innovative solution introduced by outdoor advertiser Clear Channel UK and revealed in the latest ACFO webinar … Read More »
Mazda CX-30 aces Euro NCAP impact tests
Latest Euro NCAP testing has seen the Mazda CX-30 score the highest-ever results for adult occupant protection (AOP).
New charge points arrive in Test Valley
A total of 18 new electric vehicle charging points are being installed across Test Valley this month as Test Valley Borough Council brings support for the growing … Read More »
Experts to discuss future of fleet mobility at 2020 Great British Fleet Event
Details have been revealed of the conference programme for next January’s Great British Fleet Event, which will see top fleet topics from mobility to connected vehicles … Read More »
RAC teams up with Wrisk for mileage-based car insurance trial
The RAC has become a strategic investor in insurtech Wrisk as it works with the London-based firm on trials of a mileage-based car insurance product.
UK used car market bounces back after nine quarters of decline
UK used car sales grew 0.9% in Q3, bringing positive news for the sector following nine consecutive quarters of decline while also showing increasing demand for alternatively … Read More »
Second on-demand bus trial starts in London
A new on-demand bus service has gone in trial for 12 months in Ealing, London, following a successful public consultation earlier this year.
Europcar enhances vehicle delivery and collection service for corporates
Europcar has introduced an enhanced delivery and collection service for business drivers, designed to provide a high-quality and transparent customer service experience.
Registrations now open for International Fleet Meeting 2020
Details have been revealed for next year’s International Fleet Meeting, which will once again provide a networking platform for international fleet operators and the automotive, fleet … Read More »
Peugeot 508 makes the grade for Maxxis Tyres field sales team
A fleet of Peugeot 508s deployed by Maxxis Tyres has proven their worth with the firm’s UK field sales team.
On-demand transit could cut urban traffic by 15-30%
Turning to on-demand microtransit could enable cities to reduce traffic by 15-30% while also cutting pollution.
