Natalie Middleton
WEVC electric van to feature industry-first low-carbon aluminium
UK start-up Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC) has struck a deal to slash production emissions of its electric light van.
Vatican fleet to go all-electric by 2030 in Volkswagen deal
The Vatican is rolling out fully electric vehicles with the help of Volkswagen, supporting plans to make its fleet climate-neutral by 2030.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
We wave a fond adieu to the Scala as a six-month stay shows its budget-friendly capabilities.
Euro NCAP reveals top 10 performers for van safety
Euro NCAP has announced its top 10 list of safest vans, recognising those vehicles that have made huge strides in improving safety.
Toyota Professional grows line-up with heavy-duty Proace Max and Hilux Hybrid 48V
Toyota is introducing a new Proace Max large van and a mild hybrid version of its Hilux pickup.
Government-funded course to rapidly upskill local authorities for charge point rollout
A new government-funded course that will support local authorities with deploying charge points is launching in the UK to help drive public charging infrastructure.
Jeep Avenger gains mild hybrid and petrol variants to join pure EV
Jeep is expanding the line-up for its Avenger crossover with new mild hybrid and petrol versions, which join the existing fully electric model.
Upgraded Volkswagen ID.4 and ID.5 on sale with more range, power and tech
Volkswagen’s upgraded ID.4 and ID.5 electric SUVs are available to order, ushering in higher levels of range, power and technology for 2024 but retaining current prices.
Allstar partners with Plug Me In to simplify EV charge point installation for fleets
Fuel, EV and business expense payment specialist Allstar has teamed up with energy technology solutions provider Plug Me In to help businesses simplify the installation of … Read More »
Fleet hot topics to come under focus at AFP MemberExpo roundtable debates
A series of roundtable debates at the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP’s) first-ever MemberExpo later this month will feature some of the UK’s leading fleet managers … Read More »
United Utilities shares benefits of predictive maintenance in Geotab’s second Brunch Hub
United Utilities has revealed how it’s overhauled its SMR procedures with the help of telematics data provided by Vodafone Business Fleet Analytics and powered by Geotab.
UK on course for one million EVs on roads by February 2024
The UK is just months away from the milestone of having a million fully electric cars on its roads for the first time.
StoreDot and Polestar to develop world’s first EV with extreme fast charging
StoreDot is collaborating with Polestar on a new project exploring how its extreme fast charging (XFC) battery technology can be applied to an existing vehicle platform … Read More »
Free UK roadside charger network to save EV drivers £840 a year
Australian EV charging company Jolt has launched its free roadside charger stations in the UK as part of global expansion plans.
Government pushes ahead with new laws on self-driving vehicles
The Government is moving ahead with legislation to enable the rollout of self-driving vehicle technology and “position the UK as world-leader”.
DPD opens diesel-free eco hub in London docklands
Parcel giant DPD has opened a new eco-sortation centre that enables cleaner, all-electric deliveries in London.
Wales & West Utilities outsources commercial fleet management to Zenith
Wales & West Utilities has signed up Zenith to provide commercial fleet management services under a new three-year deal.
Volvo reveals fully electric EM90 luxury MPV with 458-mile range
Volvo has taken the wraps off the new EM90, its first people carrier and a big part of its plans to go fully electric by 2030.
UK petrol station group EG to expand charging network with Tesla ultra-fast devices
Petrol station giant EG Group is buying Tesla’s latest ultra-fast charging units to add to its rapidly growing charging network.
Average used car values lift at BCA despite biggest fall in price guide values in a decade
Used car values at BCA lifted in October, despite the price guides declaring the largest monthly downward move in more than 10 years.
Licence Check unveils new interactive DAVIS Coaching module with driver app
Licence Check has unveiled a new interactive coaching module for company drivers within its DAVIS (Driver and Vehicle Information Solution) platform, delivered by a company-first driver … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
UK fuel prices remain cause for concern, says competition watchdog
The UK’s competition watchdog has warned of continued concerns for fuel prices – including fuel retailers’ profit margins – despite action taken this summer.
Government support could spur major fleet demand for electric retrofit of vans
The Government is being urged to provide support for new range-extender technology that could be retrofitted to thousands of diesel vans already on the roads, cutting … Read More »
Vauxhall reveals revamped Combo and Combo Electric
Vauxhall has debuted its new Combo and Combo Electric vans, which get key upgrades to offer increased practicality to van fleets.
Tesla opens app-based test drives in UK and Ireland
Drivers in the UK and Ireland can now schedule Tesla test drives and access the cars directly, all via the carmaker’s app.
Pothole breakdowns hit record high in Q3, RAC reports
RAC patrols dealt with a record number of pothole-related breakdowns in the third quarter, as the condition of UK roads goes from bad to worse.
Vast majority of EV drivers with home chargers still regularly use public charging
The vast majority of EV drivers who have access to home chargers still regularly use public charging infrastructure, a new survey has found.
Believ pursues northern charge point expansion with Leeds office
Charge point operator Believ has opened new offices in Leeds to further strengthen its capabilities and connections in the north of England.
BVRLA takes three-point plan for fleet decarbonisation direct to MPs
The BVRLA has launched its Future of Fleets Manifesto 2024, revealing its key asks of government for the fleet sector.
