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EU softens CO2 targets
EU environment ministers have rowed back on average CO2 targets for manufacturers, amid industry concerns that they were unrealistic.
ChargePoint and EVBox simplify charging with new roaming agreement
Electric vehicle drivers in Europe and North America will now be able to roam between the ChargePoint and EVBox networks under a new “first-of-its-kind” global agreement.
JLR to close Solihull plant for two weeks
Jaguar Land Rover has announced a two-week shutdown period later this month at its Solihull plant as it looks to take further action on declining global … Read More »
Mike Todd named as new CEO at Volkswagen Financial Services
Mike Todd has returned to Volkswagen Financial Services (UK), taking on the role of chief executive officer.
UK Autodrive project concludes with autonomous Range Rover demo
A Range Rover Sport has completed the first ever self-driving lap of the Coventry Ring Road, showcasing its ability to change lanes, merge with traffic and … Read More »
‘Increasingly punitive’ BiK taxes drive ECO comeback
Employee Car Ownership (ECO) schemes are set for comeback as rising company car taxes push drivers to find more cost-efficient alternatives.
Lower Thames Crossing to cut Dartford congestion
A consultation has opened on latest plans for the Lower Thames Crossing, which is expected to bring major benefits to drivers in the area.
Enterprise promotion brings faster access to free rental days
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has launched a new promotion that enables loyalty members to earn double points on qualifying rentals.
LeasePlan partners with Chargemaster for EV fleet solution
Fleet drivers opting for electric vehicles from LeasePlan can now get access to charge points at home, at work and on the road under a new … Read More »
Budget must back up electric vehicle aims, says BVRLA
Government plans to drive the UK electric vehicle market will “lose momentum” unless a fairer and well-signposted company car tax regime is adopted.
BGF takes stake in Fleetondemand
Investment firm BGF has taken a minority stake in fleet and mobility technology specialist Fleetondemand through a £5m investment.
RED Driving School expands fleet driver training
RED Driving School has expanded its suite of fleet driver training services to cater for needs across the board, including licence checks and driver profiling.
Fleet industry needs to have conversation on Brexit, says Meridian
The fleet industry should be starting a sector-wide conversation about Brexit in order to make preparations, says Meridian Vehicle Solutions.
Arval used vehicle leasing could cut costs for SMEs
Arval has launched a used car leasing solution, said to bring substantial savings for fleets.
VW ‘turbocharges’ connected car plans with Microsoft partnership
Volkswagen is accelerating its plans for digital services under a new partnership with Microsoft.
Top three EV charging networks revealed
Tesla, InstaVolt and Pod Point’s EV charging networks have been rated highest for user satisfaction in a survey.
Waze now compatible with Apple CarPlay
Navigation app Waze is now compatible with Apple CarPlay in the new iOS 12 update, joining its long term availability on Google’s Android Auto.
VisionTrack launches 24/7 FNOL monitoring platform
VisionTrack has introduced a new 24/7 monitored behaviour and First Notification of Loss (FNOL) service as it predicts that Usage Based Insurance (UBI) will become a … Read More »
IAM RoadSmart launches fixed-fee driver risk management packages
IAM RoadSmart is launched a monthly fixed fee package for driver risk management, said to be an industry first.
Fleet Evolution offers helping hand to SMEs
Fleet management and car benefits specialist Fleet Evolution is looking to help new business start-ups and SMEs by providing access to corporate rates.
Mitsubishi ASX ‘streamlined’ to single trim
The latest revision of Mitsubishi’s ASX is now available, bringing just one trim-level and enhanced design.
Emmanuelle Arbouch promoted to head of client management at Venson
Venson Automotive Solutions has promoted Emmanuelle Arbouch to head of client management.
RoSPA Fleet Safety Awards open for entries
Entries are open for this year’s RoSPA Fleet Safety Awards, which reward excellence and encourage improvement in the key area of managing occupational road risk.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
No-deal Brexit could see fleets extend cycles
Supply chain management specialist Fleet Assist is warning that increased vehicle prices from a hard Brexit could see fleets return to longer replacement cycles while also … Read More »
Senior appointments at Aston Barclay
Aston Barclay’s Adrian Dunbar has taken on a new role of group governance manager as he celebrates his 29th year of working at the remarketing specialist.
New funding opens up e-cargo bike projects
Local authorities and public sector and community organisations in Scotland are being encouraged to enter applications for funding to support e-bike, e-cargo bike and adapted bike … Read More »
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