Natalie Middleton
Reduced mileage in pandemic benefiting fleets on usage-based insurance
Fleet operators using usage-based insurance are seeing significant savings as a result of reduced mileage during the pandemic.
Fuel prices static despite surging oil prices
Fuel prices remained almost unchanged in November despite a sudden rise in the price of oil.
Toyota Highlander Hybrid SUV to debut in UK with £50,595 price tag
Toyota’s latest Highlander Hybrid SUV is to make its debut in the UK from early 2021, priced from £50,595.
Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid pricing and specs revealed
Toyota’s first-ever plug-in hybrid version of the RAV4 is to launch imminently, priced from £47,395 on the road.
Cupra opens UK dealer network
SEAT’s Cupra performance arm has opened its own UK dealer network, coinciding with latest model launches including plug-in hybrids.
Addison Lee deploys what3words location technology for precise navigation
Addison Lee is using progressive location technology to ensure precise navigation for both private hire and courier bookings.
One in seven of all fleet cars and vans now electrified
Roughly one in seven (14%) cars and vans now operated by UK companies is a hybrid or battery electric vehicle, showing how much they are becoming … Read More »
Alphabet names new head of marketing and business development
Suzanne Gray has joined Alphabet GB as its new head of marketing and business development.
Herd Group launches end-to-end fleet management solution
Contract hire and vehicle rental specialist Herd Group has debuted a new fleet management solution, providing a complete end-to-end system that manages all aspects of fleet … Read More »
Drivers supportive of park and ride but better promotion needed
The majority of drivers support park and ride but better promotion of the benefits could significantly increase awareness and uptake.
Free webinar to support fleets with shift to electric vehicles
Fleet managers are being invited to sign up for a free webinar on ‘How to get your company into electric cars the easy way’.
Honda CR-V goes hybrid-only
Honda’s CR-V SUV is to go hybrid-only for the 2021 model year, dropping the current petrol options and gaining revised styling and equipment.
RAC updates heavy-duty patrol van to recover more vehicles
The RAC is introducing an updated version of its heavy duty patrol van in response to the growing number of vehicles needing assistance in harder-to-reach locations.
Toyota reveals new longer-range lower-cost Mirai
Toyota has unveiled its second-generation Mirai hydrogen saloon, featuring a new platform and fuel cell system and offering increased range of up to 400 miles but … Read More »
Fleet Logistics moves into managed mobility solutions
Fleet Logistics has launched its first mobility solution, expanding its offering further and providing a flexible service to cover multi-modal mobility needs.
PSA appoints Andy Hall as new LCV and strategy director
Groupe PSA has appointed Andy Hall to the newly created role of LCV and strategy director for Peugeot, Citroën, and DS Automobiles in the UK.
Brexit under the spotlight in penultimate VRA 2021 Outlook webinar
The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) is to explore how Brexit will likely affect remarketing over the next 12 months in its penultimate 2021 Outlook Seminar.
UK car production down 18.2% in October
October UK car production fell 18.2%, prompting the automotive sector to renew its calls for an urgent Brexit agreement.
E-scooter operator Voi to triple UK fleet size
Swedish e-scooter operator Voi will triple its UK fleet of rental e-scooters on trial and double its operational area.
Busiest-ever Black Friday shows why switch to EVs needed, says Geotab
Today’s Black Friday event is not only expected to see highest-ever levels of online shopping but also the highest-ever emissions levels as a result of deliveries.
2030 ban not right approach, says new report
Both vehicles and fuel need to be decarbonised to help ensure the UK’s net zero by 2050 targets, a new report suggests.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
New Volkswagen Golf Estate and Alltrack now on sale
The new Volkswagen Golf Estate is now on sale in the UK, delivering increased practicality and equipment along with a latest Alltrack variant.
David Myers becomes new CEO at Rivus
Rivus has appointed David Myers as its new CEO, effective 1 December.
Spending Review 2020: Positive news for EV charging and roads
The Government’s long-awaited National Infrastructure Strategy (NIS) has been greeted from within the fleet and electric vehicle sectors for bringing positive news alongside a more “sobering” … Read More »
Škoda expands fleet-focused SE Technology range for Scala
Škoda has expanded the line-up for its fleet-focused Scala SE Technology model with extra engine and gearbox options.
Leasys to sell used vehicles via new online auction platform in UK
Leasys, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Bank’s contract hire division, is to sell used vehicles directly to dealers via a new online auction platform in the UK.
ODO vehicle inspection app to ensure Covid-19 compliance
A new inspections app that can help ensure drivers and vehicles are compliant with Covid-19 precautions and guidelines is now available.
Driver risk concerns as Covid-19 impacts Christmas travel plans
Delays or changes to Christmas travel plans due to coronavirus concerns could bring safety issues for drivers with “potentially catastrophic consequences”.
Ecotricity continues switch to EVs with new Peugeot order
Ecotricity has ordered a batch of electric vehicles from Peugeot as part of a continued upgrade of its fleet.
