Natalie Middleton
BMW to launch first hydrogen car in 2028 under Toyota collaboration
BMW has confirmed plans to launch its first mass-production hydrogen fuel cell electric car in 2028 using technology from its collaboration with Toyota.
UK fleet industry on the brink of AI boom, data reveals
Almost half (48%) of UK fleet managers are either already using artificial intelligence (AI) in their fleet management or are planning to within the next five … Read More »
Special edition of Fleet World puts spotlight on vehicle and driver health
The latest digital issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet World is now out with a special focus on vehicle and driver health.
New car market falls for first time in two years but EV demand rockets
UK new car registrations fell 1.3% in August, marking their first decline in 24 months.
Driving for Better Business rolls out fleet safety message further with new partners
Driving for Better Business has signed a host of new partners in the fleet, technology, insurance and conference sectors to further roll out its free road … Read More »
World EV Day 2024: Raw offers free charging for third year running
Raw Charging is offering drivers free EV charging on its network for World EV Day 2024.
Orders open for Volkswagen ID. Buzz seven-seater and 340hp GTX model
Volkswagen has opened order books for the more spacious ID. Buzz seven-seater and the flagship GTX models.
Local charging infrastructure progress should be tracked more effectively
Current UK electric vehicle infrastructure targets should be based on better, more precise metrics to ensure a true reflection of progress, according to a new report.
Volvo refreshes XC90 SUV with new looks and reworked interior
Volvo has given its XC90 large SUV a minor makeover, complete with exterior changes and changes to the cabin.
Don’t reinstate 2030 ICE ban, Fleet Evolution urges new government
The Labour government should retain the 2035 deadline for the sale of new petrol and diesel cars/vans introduced by Tories rather than reverting to the former … Read More »
Toyota to debut full commercial vehicle line-up at IAA Transportation 2024
Toyota is bringing its full commercial vehicle range to this year’s IAA Transportation Hanover, showcasing a line-up ranging from small vans to large and including BEV, … Read More »
Cupra Terramar SUV revealed as sporty Tiguan rival with PHEV option
Cupra has revealed the latest addition to its line-up in the form of the Terramar compact SUV.
New Dacia Duster on sale with first-ever hybrid and sub-£19k price tag
Dacia’s brand-new Duster SUV has landed in the UK, priced from £18,745.
Drivetech launches risk reduction course to boost funeral care driver safety
Drivetech, part of the AA, has launched a new course geared towards reducing driving risk for funeral care providers.
Pay-per-mile charge on electric vehicles could plug £5bn tax black hole
Advocacy group Campaign for Better Transport is urging the Government to reform vehicle taxation as it warns of a massive revenue gap from the switch to … Read More »
New government urged to act swiftly to deliver net zero transport
Zemo Partnership, formerly Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership/LowCVP, has called on the Labour government to act swiftly on delivering net zero transport and maximise opportunities.
Only one in six drivers think EVs will be affordable by 2030 ICE ban
Fewer than one in six motorists (16%) believe that electric vehicle prices will have fallen enough to make them affordable by the new government’s planned 2030 … Read More »
Tim Laver succeeds Alfonso Martinez as ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK chief
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK has appointed Tim Laver as country managing director ahead of the launch of its new Ayvens brand identity later this year.
AFP creates national venue network for training as numbers rise 29%
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has introduced a national network of training venues to meet rising demand from fleet managers.
Electric and hybrid Vauxhall Frontera to deliver price parity
Vauxhall’s new Frontera SUV is to deliver list price parity between the fully electric and petrol hybrid models, eliminating the list price premium that usually applies … Read More »
EV charging at home drops to less than 5p a mile, AA finds
Electric vehicle drivers charging at home are now driving for less than 5p a mile on standard rate domestic tariffs.
BYD Dolphin boosted with cheaper entry-level models
BYD has expanded the line-up for its Dolphin compact electric hatchback with new entry-level trims that slash £4k off the opening pricing.
Largest ultra-rapid charging hub in Stockport opens at Decathlon
A new 15-bay ultra-rapid charging hub installed by national charging network Be.EV hub has opened at the Decathlon Stockport store.
Most ICE drivers score just two out of 10 for EV knowledge
A poll of petrol and diesel car drivers has revealed a ‘poor’ level of knowledge of electric cars that’s hindering consumers from making the switch.
Next-gen Audi Q5 switches to new platform and electrified line-up
Audi has unveiled the new edition of its bestselling Q5 SUV, now powered by a new generation of electrified engines and upcoming plug-in hybrids.
Europcar continues to slash own fleet emissions with renewed CBVC deal
Europcar Mobility Group UK is continuing its focus on inhouse fleet emissions reduction under a latest deal with CBVC Vehicle Management.
New-look Kia EV6 gets more range and faster charging
Kia has treated its EV6 electric crossover to a mid-life makeover, delivering extra range and enhanced charging along with latest styling and technology.
2030 ICE ban reinstatement is ‘major risk’ without greater support, says BVRLA
Government plans to reinstate the 2030 phase-out for new ICE cars are a major risk without additional support measures, the BVRLA has warned.
John Peters named head of consultancy at Arval as Shaun Sadlier retires
Arval UK has appointed John Peters as its new head of consultancy, leading all the company’s fleet and mobility consulting activities across its UK customer base.
Vehicle Remarketing Association to host EV ride and drive at September meeting
The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) is to run an electric vehicle ride and drive event as the main attraction of its next member meeting.
