Natalie Middleton
Neil Wilson appointed new fleet director at Ford
Ford has named Neil Wilson as its new fleet director for Britain and Ireland.
A third of UK auto firms already shedding jobs for ‘no deal’ Brexit
UK auto industry research shows the impact of escalating fears of a ‘no deal’ Brexit, with a significant number of firms already cutting jobs and a … Read More »
Management rejig at Aston Barclay brings added support in ‘turbulent’ used car market
Aston Barclay has revised its senior management structure in a move to support its customers as they respond to a “turbulent” used car market.
Drivers increasingly concerned over road rage
Three in every 10 motorists (30%) say they have personally witnessed some form of physical abuse related to a driving incident in the past 12 months, … Read More »
Environment Bill must deliver stronger, legally binding air quality targets, says ClientEarth
Pressure is piling on the Government to take urgent action on air pollution, including stronger, legally binding targets, in the forthcoming Environment Bill.
Lex Autolease EV1000 fund fully allocated after higher-than-expected interest
Lex Autolease has successfully allocated its £1m zero-emission vehicle fund four months ahead of deadline, showing the power of incentives when it comes to electric vehicle … Read More »
Car charger comparison site could save EV drivers £200 a year
A new comparison website for car chargers has launched, helping drivers choose the best home charge point and find the best installation rates in their area.
Major milestone for 1link Disposal Network
Epyx has passed a milestone for its 1link Disposal Network platform with the signing of its 3,000th trader.
Used petrol and diesel prices rise as second-hand market rebounds
The used market has recovered dramatically from its Q2 slump, bringing an increase in both petrol and diesel prices, according to Autorola.
Wheel of fortune: The future for UK automotive
After a run of downbeat announcements, could Jaguar’s XJ news be the start of something good to come for the UK auto industry? Natalie Middleton picks … Read More »
Toyota previews RAV4 plug-in hybrid
Toyota’s new RAV4 plug-in hybrid – the most powerful RAV4 yet – is to debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show next month ahead of its … Read More »
Switching to EVs could cut employee TCO bill by 95%
Company car drivers migrating to electric vehicles could see their total cost of ownership bill cut by 95%, while large fleets could also benefit from major … Read More »
Birmingham workplace parking levy could bring £500-a-year charges for drivers
Birmingham has become the latest city to mull a possible workplace parking levy as it looks to deal with rising congestion and emissions.
Second-gen Toyota Mirai ups game on styling, performance and practicality
Toyota has previewed its forthcoming Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicle with a new concept that shows how the second-generation model advances the game in styling, performance and … Read More »
Shell forecourt debuts new rapid chargers
A Shell forecourt in Oxfordshire has become one of the first in the country to deploy new rapid chargers from InstaVolt.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Jaama’s MyDriver Portal cuts company car and grey fleet admin burden
A new self-help MyDriver Portal that can cut the administration involved with company and grey fleet vehicles is now available for Jaama’s Key2 asset management system.
Dyson scraps electric vehicle project
British technology company Dyson says it’s pulled the plug on its electric vehicles project after determining it was not commercially viable.
Short-term supply of spare parts won’t be hampered in ‘no-deal’ Brexit, says Fleet Assist
Fleet Assist is urging the fleet industry not to panic over a potential ‘no-deal’ Brexit as its research suggests spare parts supply from motor manufacturers, suppliers … Read More »
Road pricing debate needed to avoid ‘looming fiscal black hole’, says MPs
MPs on the Transport Committee have called for a national debate on road pricing, ahead of a formal inquiry due in 2020, as they highlight the … Read More »
Volkswagen Golf previewed in design sketches
Volkswagen has issued two design sketches of the eighth-generation Golf, giving an insight into its design.
MG’s Qashqai-rivalling HS now on sale
MG Motor UK’s new HS C-segment SUV is now on sale in the UK, setting its sights at rivals such as the Nissan Qashqai and Renault … Read More »
Toyota to acquire Inchcape Fleet Solutions
Toyota Fleet Mobility (TFM) is to acquire Inchcape’s fleet management and leasing subsidiary, Inchcape Fleet Solutions (IFS) for £100m as it looks to expand further in … Read More »
Inaugural WLTP Challenge eco-driving event now underway
Drivers in the first-ever WLTP Challenge are now off the starting blocks, highlighting the efficiency and safety gains that fleets stand to make from smarter driving … Read More »
Fleet Alliance continues rapid expansion
Fleet Alliance Group has reported rapid expansion over the last 12 months, with a 48% rise in the number of vehicles under management, helped by a … Read More »
Surging support for EVs shows urgent need for greater infrastructure
Public support for electric vehicles is fast rising, putting increased pressure on the need for expanded charging infrastructure.
New brand Moblyx launches to bring mobile apps for fleet and mobility customers
Fleet and mobility customers are being targeted with two new apps that could streamline their operations.
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