Natalie Middleton
First electric van joins Brecon Beacons National Park fleet
The Brecon Beacons National Park continues to expand its EV fleet with the addition of its first van.
Congestion Charge expansion scrapped in TfL bailout
Transport for London has secured an “eleventh-hour” funding package to keep running until March 2021, without the need for a much-criticised Congestion Charge expansion.
Fleet manager redundancies creating ‘vacuum’ of fleet skills
Staff reorganisations and redundancies as a result of the pandemic are resulting in a skills shortage for those taking over in fleet that could last a … Read More »
Licence Check driver audit module to help firms tackle grey fleet ‘explosion’
A new online audit module is now available in Licence Check’s DAVIS risk management solution to tackle the ‘explosion’ in the number of grey fleet drivers … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Don’t expand London Congestion Charge, government urged
The Government is being urged not to expand the London Congestion Charge as the row over the conditions for Transport for London’s proposed emergency funding plays … Read More »
EV specialists join forces to help fleets go electric
EV start-up Mina Energy is working in partnership with The Algorithm People to make it easier for fleet managers to switch to electric vehicles, including through a … Read More »
Ford enters CO2 pooling deal with Volvo to meet EU emissions targets
Ford is to circumvent potential fines under EU emissions legislation by entering a pooling arrangement with Volvo.
Trakm8 scores deal with one of UK’s largest grocery retailers
Trakm8 has signed a long-term deal to supply its route optimisation and delivery slot booking software to one of the UK’s largest grocery retailers.
Europcar to connect entire fleet by 2023 under Telefónica and Geotab deal
Europcar Mobility Group is aiming to connect its entire fleet by 2023 under an expanded partnership with Telefónica and Geotab.
SSE continues work on fleet electrification under Alfen tie-up
SSE Enterprise is supporting the shift to electric vehicles for its drivers and customers under a new deal with Alfen.
Toyota Mirai hydrogen car provides emission-free transport for Bramble Energy
Bramble Energy has become the latest UK firm to deploy a Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car for emission-free transport.
Kia works on next-gen military vehicles
Kia is developing a standard platform for next-generation military vehicles, ahead of starting military deployment in Korea from 2024.
Hands-free driving tech not safe yet for drivers, warns AFP
Doubts over the safety of forthcoming autonomous vehicle tech need to be resolved before fleets should allow their drivers to use it.
Ebbon-Dacs appoints head of commercial for leasing and OEMs
Claire Hughes has joined Ebbon-Dacs in the brand-new role of head of commercial – leasing & OEMs in line with the company’s future growth plans.
UK car production at lowest level in 25 years
UK car manufacturing output fell 5.0% in the worst September since 1995, as the industry issues a plea for a vital Brexit deal.
New Citroën strategy heralds lower prices and higher RVs
Citroën has introduced its new three-year Advance UK plans, focused on providing lower pricing, a revised range structure and a “now meticulous” focus on residual values … Read More »
Jaguar E-Pace update brings plug-in hybrid version
Jaguar has updated the E-Pace with new connectivity features, updated design and latest powertrains, including the range’s first plug-in hybrid.
Business leasing sees biggest-ever fall but PCH still on the up
Rising personal leasing demand and LCV take-up helped offset declining business contract hire for cars in Q2, new data from the BVRLA shows.
First fleet deal for Honda e
Avant Homes is deploying a fleet of 30 Honda e electric vehicles, marking the first fleet deal for the electric city car.
Lloyd Kia looks to help fleets with its appointment as Business Specialist Dealer
Lloyd Kia Carlisle is the latest Kia dealership to achieve Business Specialist Dealer (BSD) status, enhancing its business focus.
Europcar cuts vehicle downtime with new repair pods
Europcar is to roll out new vehicle repair pods across key sites after a trial found they could reduce vehicle downtime by a third.
Greater police use of dashcams could improve road safety
Clearer guidelines are needed to encourage greater police use of mobile safety cameras and dashcams to prosecute motorists flouting the law.
Fleets get on board with Road Safety Week 2020
Fleets including Royal Mail Group are once again taking part in Road Safety Week to demonstrate their commitment to road safety to staff, customers and local … Read More »
Breath tests slump to lowest level for 18 years
The number of roadside breath tests has reached its lowest level since 2002, reflecting the huge reduction in the number of dedicated traffic officers on the … Read More »
Fiat Tipo refresh introduces new Cross version
Fiat has updated its Tipo C-segment range with latest technology and engines as well as the addition of a new high-riding Cross version.
Nissan Leaf updated with new trims and lower pricing
Nissan is making a range of MY20 updates to its Leaf range to bring lower pricing and increased equipment.
Pricing revealed for Škoda Octavia plug-in hybrid
Škoda’s first-ever Octavia plug-in hybrid is to open for orders next week, priced from £30,795 OTR and available in hatch and estate forms.
Lisa Brankin named Ford of Britain MD
Lisa Brankin is to become managing director of Ford of Britain and Ireland from 1 November 2020.
Synergy CEO named BVRLA Leasing Broker Committee vice chair
Paul Parkinson, founder and CEO of Synergy Car Leasing, has assumed the role of Leasing Broker Committee vice chairman at the BVRLA.
