Natalie Middleton
Eco benefits are key motivator for drivers to go electric
Environmental benefits are the key factor for drivers to switch to electric vehicles, new research by Mitie finds.
Nobia makes switch to hybrids
Nobia, one of Europe’s leading kitchen specialists, is adding hybrid Toyota Corolla hatchbacks to its UK fleet as it looks to reduce its emissions and cut … Read More »
TMC cuts licence checking admin for Kao Group UK
TMC has been signed up to support the administration of licence checking for company car drivers at the Kao Group UK – Kao’s Hair and Beauty Salon … Read More »
Kevin Nugent joins ADESA as head of IT
Former IT director Kevin Nugent has been appointed as head of IT at ADESA UK.
Fleets redrawing choice lists in response to WLTP
Almost one in six fleets are planning some form of restructuring to counter the impact of new WLTP test, according to new research from Arval.
European charging network must increase 20-fold to meet CO2 targets, say carmakers
Europe’s electric charging network is failing to keep pace with the development needed to facilitate EV take-up by 2030 – putting compliance with “extremely ambitious” CO2 … Read More »
Fleet AFV values continue to rise, reports Manheim
Average values for used alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs) continued to rise in August, while both petrol and diesel values recorded downturns.
Top 10 EV charging networks revealed in Zap-Map user research
Tesla, InstaVolt and Pod Point have come out top in user satisfaction ratings of the UK’s charging networks.
Cupra lays foundations for EV plans with Tavascan unveiling
SEAT performance spin-off Cupra has unveiled its Tavascan electric SUV coupé at Frankfurt as both brands continue to make moves into electric mobility.
Geotab–Vodafone partnership to enable shared mobility and enhanced fleet management
Vodafone Business and telematics giant Geotab are partnering to create a new Vodafone Business Fleet Analytics solution that will enable end-user fleets and fleet management businesses … Read More »
Volvo extends plug-in hybrid line-up with £40k XC40
Volvo’s debut plug-in hybrid XC40 is now available to order, offering CO2 emissions from 38g/km with pricing starting from £40,905.
Licence Check and Airmax tie-up to bring enhanced driver behaviour information
Licence Check and telematics service provider Airmax Remote have signed a data integration partnership agreement that will provide enhanced driver behaviour information based on telematics feedback, … Read More »
Newcastle CAZ plans to exempt cars for now but not vans
Newcastle, North Tyneside and Gateshead has announced final Clean Air Zone plans that would see a Class C charging CAZ implemented in 2021 – bringing charges … Read More »
Next-generation Jazz to go 100% hybrid in Europe
Honda has confirmed at Frankfurt that its fourth-generation Jazz supermini will go hybrid only in Europe as it also announces more details on its energy management … Read More »
Newly revealed Volkswagen ID.3 to deliver up to 340-mile range
Volkswagen has revealed its ID.3 electric hatch in production form, marking the first of its new generation of pure electric vehicles.
Number of rapid charge points to more than double by 2024
Government plans to invest £70m in extra rapid charge points will more than double the UK’s rapid charging infrastructure by 2024.
MPs call for pavement parking ban across England
Government inaction on banning pavement parking has come under fire from the Transport Committee, with MPs saying the practice should be eradicated across England as they … Read More »
Verizon Connect introduces new immobilisation functionality to bring extra security
Verizon Connect has introduced a new immobilisation tool for its Verizon Connect Reveal, helping fleets prevent unauthorised use of vehicles and aid in the recovery of stolen vehicles.
Honda e pricing revealed at Frankfurt
Honda has slotted the final piece of the Honda e jigsaw into place with the announcement of prices at Frankfurt Motor Show.
Arval’s Hydrogen Car Roadshow comes to Birmingham and London next
Arval’s Hydrogen Car Roadshow has two more stops to make this year as the UK-wide project continues its work to raise awareness of hydrogen cars.
Avis Budget Group appoints president of international region
Avis Budget Group has appointed Keith Rankin as president of the international region as the business moves towards digitising its business and on revolutionising the future … Read More »
TomTom Telematics to be renamed Webfleet Solutions
Bridgestone is renaming its recently acquired TomTom Telematics division as Webfleet Solutions from 1 October 2019 to recognise its work on mobility and fleet solutions.
New MD at TRACKER to drive plans for latest connected mobility solutions
Stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) and automotive services provider TRACKER has named Mark Rose as its new managing director as it looks to deliver new software and … Read More »
Audi reveals updated A5 range
Audi has taken the wraps off its revised A5 range, which will introduce updated design, revised engines with mild hybrid tech and new infotainment features.
Fleets welcoming of driver toll road use, finds Arval
Just over half of fleets would encourage drivers to use new toll roads in the UK and reclaim the costs to help avoid downtime from congestion.
2020 Mitsubishi ASX goes on sale
Mitsubishi’s revised ASX is now available to order, bringing a larger petrol unit as the sole engine and reintroducing four-wheel drive.
