Natalie Middleton
2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards open for entries
Fleet managers and suppliers are invited to enter for the 2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards – including new electric vehicle categories – which will … Read More »
Addison Lee introduces two-hour delivery service in London
Addison Lee has launched a two-hour delivery service, helping London businesses compete with Amazon.
Daimler to rename as Mercedes-Benz after spin-off of truck business
Daimler is planning to split into two separate companies for cars and trucks in a “profound reshaping of the business” to enable their increasingly divergent work.
BigChange sells majority stake to fuel expansion
BigChange has sold a majority stake in the company to Boston-based growth investment firm Great Hill Partners, enabling it to push ahead with future expansion plans.
BVRLA member satisfaction soars
BVRLA member satisfaction rose across all key areas in 2020, driven by the organisation’s support in a very challenging year.
UK car sales plummet 40% in lockdown
The UK’s new car sector has recorded its worst start to a year since 1970; a direct result of the lockdown, despite the advent of click … Read More »
Licence Check enhances DAVIS efficiency and security with Single Sign On
Licence Check has launched a Single Sign On (SSO) framework to improve efficiency and security for end-users of its cloud-based DAVIS (Driver and Vehicle Management Solution) … Read More »
DS 4 premium hatch brings fight to 1 Series and A3
DS Automobiles has revealed its brand-new DS 4 premium hatchback, due November 2021 and rivalling the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series.
Chancellor urged not to hike fuel duty as pump prices rise
The chancellor is being urged to resist any move to end the fuel duty freeze in next month’s Budget as new data shows fuel prices remain … Read More »
Advanced Driver Training proves popular with Northern Powergrid fleet drivers
Fleet drivers at Northern Powergrid have responded enthusiastically to the firm’s new Advanced Driver Training, with scores of employees taking up the offer.
Leasing firms to get real-time WLTP data via Jato and Sofico project
Leasing companies are now able to access real-time WLTP data under a partnership between Jato Dynamics and Sofico, ensuring fleets get accurate CO2 and fuel figures.
Ebbon Group to develop fleet AI solutions under Zegami tie-up
Ebbon Group is to start developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for automotive sectors, including fleet and rental, via a new tie-up with Oxford University spin-off Zegami.
Targa Telematics provides support for Leasys Miles pay-as-you-go leasing
Targa Telematics has helped support the launch of the Leasys Miles pay-as-you-go personal leasing service in the UK.
Ford tie-up with Google to power connected vehicle technologies
Ford is partnering with Google to “reinvent connected vehicle customer experiences” and to accelerate its transformation plan under a new six-year tie-up.
Kia to recall Sorento models in UK
Kia has announced a recall of around 1,000 Sorento cars in the UK for an update to the eCall system.
Arval Group launches new mobility services in Europe
Arval has introduced a set of new mobility services, said to represent an industry-first and spearheading its plans to be a leader in sustainable mobility.
Allstar adds further 110 charge points to EV network
Allstar has added 110 new charge points to the charging network for its Allstar One Electric payment card as it continues to expand the network fast.
Christian Schüler appointed CEO of Athlon International
Christian Schüler has succeeded Gero Götzenberger as CEO of Athlon International with immediate effect.
Nissan fleet team reorg to drive EV ambitions
Nissan has made a number of changes to its fleet management team as it looks to further drive its ambition to be the leader in electric … Read More »
Enterprise adds 17 Toyota hydrogen cars to UK fleet
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has added 17 Toyota Mirai hydrogen cars to its UK fleet as it explores options for low- and zero-emission rental vehicles.
Government puts extra £20m into charge points
The Government is investing an extra £20m into funding available for local authorities to deploy much-needed on-street charge points.
Budget 2021: Kerbside charging should be a focus, says Association of Fleet Professionals
The Government needs to take ownership of the issues with kerbside charging and include action in next month’s Budget.
Bott deploys first fully electric cars
Vehicle conversions specialist Bott has taken delivery of its first electric cars under its work to become more sustainable and environmentally conscious.
EU flag removed from new-style driving licences and number plates
The EU flag has now been removed from future driving licences and number plates in the UK, marking the first anniversary of Brexit.
DriveTech training videos to provide ‘quick nudges’ on fleet safety best practice
DriveTech has launched a series of new training videos, providing an easier way for fleets to engage with drivers on safety.
Mercedes-Benz now connected to Webfleet telematics platform
Mercedes-Benz cars and vans can now be used to connect with Webfleet Solutions’ telematics platform, providing a wealth of fleet insights without the need for hardware … Read More »
Allianz outsources 1,000 car fleet to Fleet Logistics UK
Allianz Insurance has outsourced the management of its entire UK company car fleet to Fleet Logistics UK while also switching to leasing.
Fall in used car values is direct result of lockdown, says Cap HPI
Values for three-year-old cars fell 1.4% during January; an anomaly that was the direct result of the pandemic, according to Cap HPI.
Commercial fleet activity high in second and third lockdowns
Commercial fleet activity has remained high in the second and third lockdowns, thanks to businesses successfully adapting to new ways of working.
Epyx connected car solution could transform SMR for fleets
A new epyx product launching later this quarter will provide a strong basis for future fleet connected car developments in service, maintenance and repair (SMR).
