Natalie Middleton
Diesel may still be best choice, says Lex Autolease
Lex Autolease is reiterating that all fuel technologies have a place in the fleet sector as it highlights the need to choose the right vehicle for … Read More »
Fleets and dealers developing online version of “motor trade knowledge,” says Epyx
Fleets and dealers are starting to develop a modern, online version of the traditional “motor trade knowledge” to buy and sell vehicles.
Briefing: Strategic Analytics report sheds light on global fleet risk practices
Fleets across the globe are leaving both themselves and their drivers exposed to road risk by a lack of a cohesive strategy, in particular with grey … Read More »
75% of leased cars already CAZ-compliant, reports BVRLA
The rental and leasing sectors are already leading the transition to cleaner transport, ahead of the introduction of clean air zones (CAZs), the latest BVRLA Sustainability Credentials figures reveal.
Arval to share hydrogen experience with fleets
Arval is to run a free-to-attend nationwide roadshow programme to update fleets on its experiences with hydrogen vehicles and the benefits and practicalities of the technology.
Opt for electric black cabs only with new Gett service
Customers using the black taxi app Gett can now exclusively order an electric taxi in London.
3m business charge points needed by 2040 to support EV uptake
The role of commercial and industrial charging sites with ‘smart’ infrastructure will be essential when it comes to supporting large-scale EV roll-out by 2040.
Bring ban on new petrol and diesel cars forward to 2032, say MPs
Government targets for cars and vans to be zero-emission must be brought forwards to 2032 and backed up by meaningful purchase incentives and a truly nationwide … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Housing associations given access to grant funding for ULEV car clubs
A new £700,000 investment fund that will help ensure the set-up of electric and plug-in hybrids car clubs is launching under Transport Scotland.
Cox Automotive to sell Motors.co.uk to eBay
eBay has signed an agreement with Cox Automotive to acquire the Motors.co.uk classifieds site for an undisclosed sum in a move to enhance its Gumtree UK … Read More »
Highway Code update to protect cyclists
The Government is to update the Highway Code with new guidance on how road users should behave in relation to cyclists and pedestrians.
Enterprise doubles hybrid and electric rental fleet in a year
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has more than doubled the number of alternatively powered vehicles on its fleet in 2018 as it reports growing demand from UK motorists for … Read More »
eDriving driver safety app launches for right-hand drive markets
eDriving is rolling out its Mentor app-based driver safety solution for right-hand drive markets to help fleets reduce risk.
No-deal Brexit to bring ‘far-reaching impacts’, says European auto industry
Failure to strike a Brexit deal could see new car prices rocket while also massively disrupting the manufacturing process.
Rising company car tax burden revealed in new Cap analysis
Cap HPI is calling on the Government to address the rising company car driver tax burden, as revealed in new analysis.
Europcar launches new online account sign-up service for fleets
Europcar has introduced a new online service to simplify account opening for fleets of all sizes, bringing instant access to discounts.
NewMotion launches V2G solution for home or office
A new EV charger designed to make Vehicle-to-Grid technology (V2G) more accessible to homes as well as offices is being introduced by NewMotion.
Government urged to reverse Plug-In Car Grant cuts in Budget
The Government is being urged to rethink plans to cut grant funding for plug-in hybrids from next month as the move starts to take its toll … Read More »
Conference to cover challenges for UK EV charging
The challenges with rolling out a UK-wide charging network and the government support and charge point innovations available are to come under focus at a conference … Read More »
Renault streamlines model line-ups
Renault is cutting the number of trims and engines for its Scénic, Grand Scénic and Koleos models to bring an easier-to-understand range structure.
Ørsted drives efficiencies with switch to Fleet Alliance
Renewable energy company Ørsted UK has signed up Fleet Alliance to manage its mixed fleet of cars and vans, plus its grey fleet vehicles, on a … Read More »
First-ever BMW X7 brings rival to Range Rover
BMW has added a new flagship X7 model to its SUV line-up to bring the fight to the Range Rover and Mercedes-Benz GLS.
Mini streamlines range with new trim structure
Mini has introduced a new trim structure for its UK line-up in a move to simplify the buying process.
