Natalie Middleton
EVs being run far more cheaply than critics claim, real-life data finds
Electric vehicle charging costs actually rose only marginally in the past three months, despite claims to the contrary amid the energy crisis, new data has found.
Free charger for Mini Electric customers
Mini is offering EV customers a complimentary home charger with new vehicle purchases.
Homebuilder brings EV charging to headquarters
Greencore Construction has added 10 Myenergi Zappi solar-compatible EV chargers to its headquarters at Bicester, Oxfordshire.
Volvo C40 and XC40 get more range, faster charging and RWD
Volvo has updated its fully electric C40 coupé crossover and XC40 Recharge SUV with a package of updates that enhance range and charging times while adding … Read More »
Bonnet grows European network with 16,000 extra EV chargers
EV charging app Bonnet has added a further 16,000+ charge points for users under a new tie-up with Italian charging network Enel X Way.
First Gridserve Electric Super Hub of 2023 opens in Wiltshire
Gridserve has opened an Electric Super Hub at Solstice Park in Wiltshire, marking its first hub launch of 2023.
Net Zero Review calls for urgent ZEV mandate delivery and charge point VAT rethink
The UK needs to adopt a “new approach” to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, including swift work to implement the ZEV mandate and to … Read More »
Pothole-related breakdowns rocket in Q4, reports RAC
Vehicle breakdowns related to potholes soared in the last three months of 2022, prompting fears for a ‘plethora of potholes’ by the spring.
Arval pre-orders 10,000 solar-powered Lightyear 2 electric cars
Dutch EV startup Lightyear is to supply Arval with 10,000 units of its forthcoming solar-powered electric hatchback under a new deal.
TRL joins CCS framework to help DfT deliver on strategic goals
TRL has joined the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) Contract Framework for Behavioural Science Support, helping to ensure the UK’s transport system becomes safer and greener.
FleetCheck customer base up by a fifth in 2022
FleetCheck signed up more than 250 new clients last year – increasing the company’s total customer base by more than a fifth.
Tilsun Leasing acquires First Vehicle Leasing
First Vehicle Leasing has been bought by Tilsun Leasing, part of Ogilvie Fleet, for an undisclosed sum.
Automotive tech firm strikes deal to keep drivers safe
The Marque Group has teamed up with Digital Innk to enhance its existing driver compliance procedures and help keep employees safe.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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Tesla slashes Model 3 and Model Y prices
Tesla has significantly cut UK prices for its Model 3 and Model Y in a bid to boost demand.
Peugeot management appointments include new UK MD
Peugeot has appointed Adam Wood as its new managing director in a trio of new management appointments.
Mazda reveals pricing and specs for MX-30 rotary range-extender
Mazda’s novel MX-30 R-EV range-extended plug-in hybrid is now on sale, joining the existing fully electric model but with a longer driving range.
EV sales to power up in 2023 on back of fleet demand
2023 will bring a significant rise in EV sales as supply issues dissipate and fleets continue to switch over.
North West and South East top worst-rated roads chart
More than half (53%) of drivers in the North West and South East say their residential roads are in a terrible condition, making them the worst … Read More »
Honda Jazz gets updated hybrid tech and new Advance Sport trim
Honda has enhanced its Jazz supermini for 2023 with a number of revisions that include an updated hybrid powertrain and a new Advance Sport grade.
Shine a light on your fleet work in the 2023 Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet managers as well as industry suppliers can help ensure recognition for their innovations and work by entering the 2023 Great British Fleet Awards.
Top safest cars in UK all now electric
Euro NCAP has revealed its list of safest cars for the UK and Europe – made up solely of fully electric models for the first time … Read More »
DriverCheck evolves further with new management structure
Automotive technology solutions firm Ebbon Group is expanding its DriverCheck business further through investment in a new management structure, offices and technology.
21 Training to deploy new fleet of Nissan Leafs
A training firm for young and unemployed people in Northern Ireland is updating its fleet with six all-electric Nissan Leafs to accelerate its carbon footprint reduction … Read More »
Driver training and road safety expert Colin Paterson joins Red Corporate Driver Training
Red Corporate Driver Training has appointed driver training and road safety expert Colin Paterson to further spearhead its work in fleet and risk management solutions.
Octopus lends backing to green infrastructure startup
Octopus Group, parent firm of Octopus Energy, is lending its support to a new venture that provides green rental equipment for infrastructure projects.
Ex-Modul-System MD Paul Railston moves to TDS Ultra
TDS Ultra has appointed former Modul-System managing director Paul Railston as its new MD.
Technology Scotland seeks steering board members for MaaS network
Technology Scotland is recruiting up to six new members to join the Steering Board for its MaaS Scotland Network.
Suzuki eVX concept previews brand’s first fully electric car
A new EV concept model that will form the basis of Suzuki’s first fully electric car has made its debut at the Auto Expo 2023 in … Read More »
Rolec EV and Sinexcel to bring ‘more affordable’ rapid charging for UK fleets
EV charge point manufacturer Rolec EV has partnered with global electric tech firm Sinexcel to introduce a new range of DC rapid charging stations to the … Read More »
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