Natalie Middleton
Lex Autolease videos to help van fleets go electric
A new four-part video series is now available from Lex Autolease to support commercial vehicle fleets transitioning to EVs.
MOT overload likely to see fleets scramble for slots in November
Drivers and fleets could struggle to find MOT test slots for the end of October and through November due to legacy covid deferrals.
Moto and Gridserve unveil first ultra-rapid charging hub in Scotland
Motorway services operator Moto and sustainable energy company Gridserve are launching their first ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub in Scotland.
West Midlands Gigafactory in talks with Asian battery manufacturers
The West Midlands Gigafactory joint venture has confirmed that it is in advanced discussions with several leading Asian battery manufacturers about future investment at the Coventry … Read More »
Xtrac opts for Fleet Alliance EV salary sacrifice scheme
Xtrac, a supplier of high-performance transmissions for top-level motorsport and high-performance automotive applications, has extended its range of employee benefits with an EV salary sacrifice scheme … Read More »
Omada reveals electric range for upcoming 5 SUV
Chinese newcomer Omada has revealed its incoming 5 SUV will have a range of 280 miles for the electric variant.
Kia to open new state-of-the-art training academy in Derby
Kia UK Limited is poised to open a new cutting-edge training centre – the Kia Academy – in Derby. Scheduled for completion by year end 2023, … Read More »
AFP to hold its first ever MemberExpo
The first expo held by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has been announced for 22 November at the Hilton DoubleTree hotel in Milton Keynes.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Used car age and mileage rise on back of arrival of older ex-fleet cars
Used car average age and mileage is rising as older ex-fleet and dealer part-exchanges “flush” through in higher volumes to the used market.
Cox Automotive recruits Craig Bithray to lead Manheim Vehicle Services
Cox Automotive has appointed Craig Bithray as operations director of its Manheim Vehicle Services brand.
Vital EV installs UK’s ‘fastest’ EV chargers at UTAC Millbrook
Vital EV has installed liquid-cooled 400kW Kempower satellite chargers at the Millbrook testing facility in Bedfordshire.
Council parking revenues ‘close in on £1bn cash haul’, reports AA
Council income from parking during the last financial year exceeded pre-covid levels, closing in on a £1bn cash haul, according to the AA.
Targa Telematics scoops Frost & Sullivan’s best practices award
Frost & Sullivan has awarded Targa Telematics its 2023 European Company of the Year best practices award for telematics connectivity.
Arval inks European EV leasing deal with Chinese carmaker Zeekr
Chinese EV brand Zeekr is teaming up with BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval in Europe to offer electric car insurance and financing in Europe.
Osprey Charging opens 300kW ultra-rapid hub at Bedford’s Brewpoint brewery
Osprey Charging has installed a hub of eight 300kW ultra-rapid EV chargers at the Brewpoint brewery, providing residents, businesses and visitors with easy access to EV … Read More »