Natalie Middleton
Volkswagen Group confirms plans for entry-level EVs from £17,000
Volkswagen Group is to introduce “affordable” electric vehicles for Europe, priced from around £17,000/€20,000 in a bid to compete with Chinese rivals.
UK diesel prices now highest in Europe on back of ‘unfair’ retailer margins
Diesel prices at UK pumps are now the highest in Europe as retailer margins remain above average, the RAC has warned.
Ex-Sogo MD Karl Howkins starts consulting role with Tomorrow’s Journey
Former Sogo Mobility managing director Karl Howkins has joined automotive software firm Tomorrow’s Journey as a consulting director.
Fleet sector sets out key tax and regulation asks for next government
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has launched its new Tax and Regulation Manifesto, setting out vital ways for the next government to support fleets.
BVRLA chief executive Gerry Keaney announces retirement
BVRLA chief executive Gerry Keaney has announced that he will step down from his role at the end of 2024, after more than 11 years leading … Read More »
Subaru, Toyota and Mazda to ‘hone internal combustion engines for electrification era’
Subaru, Toyota and Mazda have committed to developing new internal combustion engines tailored to electrification and the pursuit of carbon neutrality.
New BMW 5 Series Touring on sale alongside first-ever all-electric i5 Touring
BMW’s all-new 5 Series Touring is now starting deliveries, available as a plug-in hybrid and joined by the first-ever all-electric i5 Touring versions.
Tech firm Digital Innk doubles fleet service network
A fleet technology firm has doubled the size of the service network available on its platform in the last six months.
Unity Schools Partnership launches EV salary sacrifice scheme from Fleet Alliance
The Unity Schools Partnership has launched a salary sacrifice scheme for electric cars from Fleet Alliance to enhance employee benefits and help cut its carbon footprint.
HMRC cuts AER electric car reimbursement rate to 8p per mile
HMRC has cut the Advisory Electric Rate (AER) for fully electric cars by 1ppm as it also announces new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) for the upcoming … Read More »
High-speed EV charging hub opens at London Stansted
A new high-speed electric vehicle charging hub has gone live at London Stansted Airport, accompanied by two new drive-thru food outlets.
ChargeUK lays out manifesto for next government
ChargeUK has published its election manifesto for the next government, intended to accelerate charger deployment and ensure charging networks keep pace with rising demand.
Zest opens EV charging hub at Cambridgeshire Business Park
EV charging operator Zest has opened an EV micro-hub at the Cambridgeshire Business Park.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Bank holiday snarl-ups predicted despite unsettled weather
Major routes across the UK are likely to see congestion this weekend despite the unsettled weather, as drivers make the most of the late May bank … Read More »
Used car market steady but condition still critical, says BCA
The used car market remained steady in April but sellers need to pay heed to condition, says BCA.
Logistics UK’s Transport Manager events to ease legislative load
Logistics UK’s Transport Manager conferences are returning this autumn to help transport managers keep abreast of a wealth of legislation in the sector.
Aston Barclay launches industry-first used pickup insights
Aston Barclay has launched insights data on used pickups which features quarterly prices and trends for both double-cab and single-cab vehicles.
Footage of van driver eating chips along M6 captured by unmarked HGV
A van driver tucking into fast food while driving along the M6 has been captured on film by National Highways.
Tactical registrations could damage used car values long term, warns Indicata
A return to manufacturer-backed tactical registrations could impact used car values in the long term, Indicata has warned.
TfL launches major new ‘Cycle Sundays’ initiative
Transport for London (TfL) is encouraging Londoners to explore the capital by bike with a new ‘Cycle Sundays’ initiative.
Revamped Nissan Qashqai delivers bold new look and tech upgrades
Nissan’s new and improved Qashqai is now in production at its UK plant, complete with a more standout look and technology upgrades.
New Renault Master priced from £33,500 for diesels and £42,500 for electric E-Tech
Renault’s all-new Master is available to pre-order now with prices starting from £33,500 for diesel versions and £42,500 for E-Tech 100% electric versions.
Kia EV3 combines EV9 looks and tech with 372-mile range
Kia has revealed details for the new EV3, which arrives later this year with up to 372 miles of range and expected sub-£30k pricing.
Councils refusing to repair potholes that are too small
Major disparities in how road defects are actioned by councils are putting road users at risk, according to the RAC.
Almost a third of models in UK new car market available as zero emission
Nearly a third (29.3%) of models on the new car market are available as zero emission, giving Brits the best-ever choice of ways to go electric.
G3 Vehicle Auctions acquires Cazoo Wholesale
G3 Vehicle Auctions has acquired the Cazoo Wholesale business to create a new G3 Bedford auction facility as part of its ongoing UK expansion plans.
Top tips for electric fleets in new EVFW Digital Magazine
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – providing a wealth of advice and insights for electric fleets.
Gilbarco Veeder-Root moves into forecourt and fleet charging sector
Fuelling and convenience technology specialist Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR) has launched a new EV charging business that it says will transform EV forecourt and fleet charging.
Motability launches Go Charge to simplify public EV charging
Motability Operations has launched its new Go Charge solution to simplify public EV charging for customers.
