Natalie Middleton
New VWFS finance solution to make switch to EVs more affordable
A new electric vehicle finance package has launched from Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) to help make the move to an electric car more affordable and flexible … Read More »
Merger of FCA and Groupe PSA sealed by shareholders
The proposed merger of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles and Groupe PSA has now been overwhelmingly approved by shareholders and is expected to complete on 16 January 2021 … Read More »
‘Thin’ Brexit deal could impact car/van supply and EV manufacturing
The new Brexit deal could see fleets hit by delays on car/van supply on popular new models while there are wider questions on how electric vehicle … Read More »
Demand for fast food courier insurance cover up 132%
Demand for food courier insurance cover has risen 132% since the start of October, showing how consumers have turned to fast food as hospitality venues have … Read More »
Brexit deal must be ratified immediately, says UK auto sector
The UK automotive industry is calling for the immediate ratification by UK Parliament of the draft UK-EU Trade and Cooperation agreement (TCA), in order to ensure … Read More »
Good Energy to launch time-of-use tariff for EV drivers
Clean power company Good Energy is trialling a new electric vehicle tariff, developed to offer a lower price and longer off-peak charging window.
Winter driving risks worse for rusty drivers, says DriveTech
Fleets should take action to upskill or refresh their drivers before the cold weather sets in, according to DriveTech.
Kia to enhance fleet presence with new leasing and rental manager
Gary Curran is to become Kia Motors UK’s new leasing and rental manager from 1 January 2021.
Third of fleets don’t have confidence in ICE ban deadline
Fleets are being stalled in their work to switch to electric vehicles due to lack of confidence in the deadline for the ICE ban alongside other … Read More »
New AFP charter and training to help fleets switch to electric vehicles
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reinforced its work to help fleets fast-track the take-up of electric vehicles with the launch of a new EV … Read More »
Transport Committee to explore road pricing as Treasury warns of funding black hole
The Transport Select Committee has opened an inquiry into the need for road pricing as a Treasury report says the Government will need to consider how … Read More »
Fleets trial e-cargo bikes to replace cars and vans
E-cargo bikes are going on trial with 11 organisations including RSPB Scotland and Babcock International Group to assess how they can be used to replace cars … Read More »
BMW introduces company car driver loyalty scheme
A new ‘Inside Edge’ loyalty scheme is being introduced by BMW to offer a range of benefits and rewards to company car drivers.
Renault adds new Venture Edition to Zoe line-up
Renault has introduced a new Venture Edition specification to Zoe line-up, bringing increased options for drivers looking to go electric.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Škoda in-car alerts to tell drivers of nearby bargain offers
Škoda is trialling new in-car alerts that will tell drivers of discounts at nearby petrol stations, restaurants and supermarkets.
Ford and ALD go live with new ‘one-stop shop’ fleet management business
Ford and ALD have officially launched their new leasing and fleet management business in the UK, covering car and commercial vehicle operators and available on a … Read More »
Kia Sorento Plug-in Hybrid priced from £44,995
Kia’s first-ever plug-in hybrid Sorento is now available to pre-order, priced from £44,995 and aimed at fleet as well as private drivers.
Facelifted Hyundai Kona hybrid pricing and specs
Hyundai has updated its Kona compact SUV with a revised engine line-up and the introduction of a new sporty N Line trim.
Europcar signs up Kwik Fit for self-serve tyre bookings
Europcar customers can now use a self-serve facility for tyre replacements under the rental company’s tie-up with Kwik Fit Fleet.
Selling used vehicles purely online could hit prices, says Shoreham
Solely using online auctions to dispose of fleet vehicles could compromise the number of bids and potentially prices, according to Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA).
Cazoo branches into car subscriptions with Drover acquisition
Online car retailer Cazoo is to acquire car subscription platform Drover, accelerating its planned launch into subscription services as it looks to become the ‘Netflix of … Read More »
Ebbon-Dacs reports record moDel growth despite pandemic
Ebbon-Dacs has reported a significant rise in take-up and use of its moDel electronic vehicle delivery and collection solution despite the pandemic.
BCA targets strong vehicle demand with ‘biggest-ever’ festive sales programme
BCA is running a festive sales programme said to be its biggest-ever and offering thousands of cars and light commercials online.
EVs meeting or beating petrols and diesels on WLCs, finds Ogilvie
Ogilvie Fleet has published new ‘True Cost’ WLC figures for electric vehicles, showing how electric vehicles are, in many cases, working out the same or lower … Read More »
FCA signs up NewMotion for complete EV charging solution for fleets
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles is to support European fleets switching to EVs with a new complete charging solution from NewMotion.
Integrated EV charger and telematics solution launches for electric fleets
EO Charging has collaborated with Geotab and LEVL to create a new integrated EV charger and telematics solution for fleets running electric vehicles.
Government to review legal status of e-scooters following trials
Current on-road trials of e-scooters will be key to a decision about whether they will be legalised in the future, the Government has told the Transport … Read More »
SEAT Arona and Ibiza now on AA fleet
The AA is making the SEAT Arona and Ibiza available to its driving school instructors under a new tie-up with SEAT Fleet.
Alphabet names new chief commercial officer
Alphabet GB has appointed Spencer Halil is to join the Alphabet Management Committee as chief commercial officer.
