Natalie Middleton
Octopus Electric Vehicles and Wallbox partner on UK V2G solution
Octopus Electric Vehicles is offering Wallbox’s vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to its customers, including through a bespoke ‘V2G bundle’.
Lexus launches online subscription service
Lexus is offering a new online subscription service that enables drivers to sign up for models on a monthly basis.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Volkswagen launches 48-hour e-Golf test drives
Volkswagen is offering extended test drives of the e-Golf to help drivers see how the electric hatchback could fit in with their everyday requirements.
More Low Emission Neighbourhoods to go live in London
Four more London boroughs are to establish Low Emission Neighbourhoods (LENs) in an effort to help incentivise ultra-low emission vehicle use.
Free2Move to launch car hire service
Free2Move, PSA’s mobility brand, has expanded into offering a short-term car hire service.
G3 makes senior appointments in operations and compliance
G3 Remarketing is underpinning plans for major expansion with two new appointments in operations and compliance.
New BP loyalty scheme to reward fleet drivers
BP has launched a new customer loyalty programme, aimed at both fleets and private drivers.
Free public sector places at Achieving ‘Road to Zero’ Conference
Local authorities are being offered free places at a forthcoming event that will provide insight on how to achieve ‘Road to Zero’ plans.
Mandatory speed limiter tech could encourage opt-out drivers, warns CLM
Intelligent speed limiters, which could become mandatory on new cars in the next three years, are causing concern among drivers, with the majority expected to deactivate … Read More »
New diesel engines and kit for Renault Koleos
Renault has updated its Koleos with two new diesel engines, revised styling and upgraded technology.
FCA exits Renault merger talks
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles says it’s pulled out of merger talks with Renault just a week after submitting a proposal as it blames French politics.
JCT600 VLS delivers all-encompassing fleet solution for Kingspan
Kingspan Insulated Panels has signed up JCT600 VLS for the supply and management of its 73-strong car fleet under a review that has also introduced cash … Read More »
Future of mobility services set out in new report
The UK’s digital revolution in mobility is forcing the creation of new business models, disrupting trends in personal mobility and reshaping global supply chains, a new … Read More »
Arval Mobility Observatory to bring major insight into new mobility thinking
Arval is replacing its former Corporate Vehicle Observatory research platform with a new Mobility Observatory initiative to provide a comprehensive insight into the changing world of … Read More »
ICFM introduces new online distance learning course for fleets
ICFM is launching a new Intermediate Certificate online distance learning course in car and LCV fleet management to join its existing Introductory Certificate course.
INRIX launches new artificial intelligence traffic solution
INRIX has launched a new traffic solution said to bring the most precise and actionable traffic information to date thanks to the use of artificial intelligence.
Auto Windscreens announces new managing director
Auto Windscreens operations director James MacBeth is to assume the role of managing director as Rupert Armitage steps down.
The 300 Group enters UK SMART repair market
US firm The 300 Group has completed a 50% share acquisition of UK paintless dent removal (PDR) company TDN Group in a move that will bring … Read More »
Cazoo signs up BCA for vehicle refurbishment
Used car platform Cazoo has signed up BCA to provide vehicle logistics, refurbishment and disposal requirements ahead of the firm’s launch later this year.
Hyundai Kona gets 90g/km hybrid model
Hyundai is adding a petrol-electric hybrid model to the Kona line-up, bringing CO2 emissions from 90g/km.
A state of emergency: How the UK should tackle transport emissions
Hard-hitting actions from eco environmental activists over the last month are ensuring progress is being made on upping the climate change ante. Natalie Middleton asks the … Read More »
Mytaxi ride-hailing app rebrands under BMW and Daimler JV
Daimler’s mytaxi ride-hailing app is rebranding as Free Now under the BMW and Daimler mobility joint venture.
Synergy rebrands to recognise evolving marketplace
Car leasing broker Synergy Automotive has changed its name to Synergy Car Leasing to better reflect requirements among its personal and SME business customers.
Peugeot 508 SW pricing and specs announced
Peugeot has revealed pricing and specs for the latest 508 SW, which introduces new design and technology features and is available to order now.
London fleets get support with switch to e-bikes
Three London boroughs have teamed up to offer support to courier firms in a move to encourage the switch to e-bikes.
Vauxhall in-house business contract hire comes under Free2Move Lease banner
Following on from its acquisition by Groupe PSA, Vauxhall has appointed Free2Move Lease as its in-house provider of business contract hire for its retailer network.
