Natalie Middleton
Accidents on rural roads four times more likely to result in a fatality
A new report revealing that rural road fatalities are 72% higher than urban road fatalities is now out from NFU Mutual.
OEM pushbacks suggest agency model is a ‘work in progress’
Suzuki chief Dale Wyatt has reiterated his concerns over carmakers’ switch to an agency model amid claims that several manufacturers are pushing back on a UK … Read More »
Fleet electrification to get tougher in 2024, warns AFP
Fleets will enter a “tougher” period of electrification in 2024, requiring new approaches and strategies, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has warned.
UK passes milestone of 10,000 rapid EV charge points
The UK has passed the major milestone of 10,000 high-powered charging points, helped by ever-increasing installation rates.
Henderson Group and BP Pulse to roll out ultra-fast charging in Northern Ireland
BP Pulse has signed a deal with Henderson Group to roll out ultra-fast and rapid charge points in Northern Ireland.
UK and EU automakers welcome plan to delay EV sales tariffs
The European Commission’s 11th-hour proposal to delay tariffs on electric vehicle sales between the EU and UK from 2024 has been welcomed by automakers on both … Read More »
UK-wide Christmas drink- and drug-driving crackdown underway
Police forces across the UK have launched their annual crackdowns on drink- and drug-driving for the festive season.
Fleet growth plans and EV strategies for 2024 revealed in new BVRLA report
The BVRLA has published its Industry Outlook report – which sets out the vehicle rental and leasing sector’s growth predictions alongside end-user fleet priorities for 2024.
COP28: Government opens £70m ultra-rapid charging pilot at motorway services
The Government has launched a £70m pilot scheme that will “power up” motorway service areas to pave the way for ultra-rapid electric vehicle charge points.
Europe and UK close in on deal to delay ‘rules of origin’ tariffs on EVs
The European Union has proposed an 11th-hour intervention to delay imminent post-Brexit tariffs that could add thousands of pounds to the cost of new EVs.
New appointment at Cap HPI to help OEMs manage EV launch
Mark Turnbull has been promoted to director of OEM and consulting at Cap HPI.
Government needs to ‘step up support for EVs’ to stop falling behind in transition
The Government is being urged to step up the pace with crucial electric vehicle support programmes amid a warning that it’s dropping behind much of Europe … Read More »
E-Training World launches new adverse weather conditions module
Online driver profiling and e-driver training provider E-Training World has introduced a new training module specifically designed for adverse weather conditions.
Dynamon launches free EV Transition Test offer
Fleet optimisation software provider Dynamon has launched a free EV Transition Test that can help fleets see if ICE vans can go electric, without the need … Read More »
1link Service Network reaches 20th anniversary in milestone for fleet SMR
Epyx’s 1link Service Network is celebrating its 20th anniversary this month in a milestone for fleet service, maintenance and repair (SMR) technology.
Telematics brand Abax grows base with Movolytics acquisition
Telematics specialist Abax has acquired Cambridge-based fleet management and tracking business Movolytics for an undisclosed amount.
Surging fleet sales propel new car market near pre-pandemic levels
New car registrations rose 9.5% year-on-year in November, driven entirely by soaring uptake from larger fleets.
Autorola UK appoints new head of sales for online remarketing platform
Chris Timms has joined the Autorola UK team as head of sales for its MarketPlace online remarketing platform.
Nio reaches 30 Power Swap Stations in Europe and over 2,200 worldwide
Chinese EV challenger brand Nio is continuing the European expansion of its charging and battery swapping services with the opening of two new Power Swap Stations … Read More »
Silverstone Leasing launches new EVolve salary sacrifice scheme
A new salary sacrifice scheme able to deliver savings of up to 60% on electric cars is now available from Silverstone Leasing.
Stellantis to open Europe-wide fast charging network under Free2move Charge banner
Stellantis is to open a network of fast charging stations (> 50 kW) at official dealership locations across Europe by the end of 2024.
Mitie named as supplier on NHS SBS sustainable transport framework
Mitie has scored a place on the NHS Shared Business Services (NHS SBS) Sustainable Transport and Infrastructure framework agreement to help public sector fleets go electric.
Toyota to launch new electric SUV and crossover from 2024
Toyota has presented its Urban SUV and Sport Crossover concepts, which will launch within the next two years as part of its expanded EV line-up.
Octopus secures £550m debt facility to fund EV sal-sac expansion
Octopus Electric Vehicles has secured a £550m debt securitisation facility from Lloyds Bank to fund electric vehicles for its salary sacrifice scheme.
Drivers still being overcharged 10p a litre at petrol pumps
Drivers are still paying 10p more for petrol than they should be, as major retailers fail to pass on the 5p fuel duty cut.
Learnd adds Gofor salary sacrifice to support decarbonisation goal
Building management systems specialist Learnd has introduced an electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme for employees to support its decarbonisation mission.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Driver mobile phone use still rife despite 20 years of ban
The vast majority (93%) of motorists still see widespread illegal use of mobile phones on the road despite the ban on hand-held mobile phones having been … Read More »
Transport for London opens search for EV ultra-rapid charging hub partner
Places for London – Transport for London’s (TfL) property company – has launched a search for a joint venture partner to help deliver ultra-rapid charging hubs … Read More »
Hedge fund Luxor scoops up UK assets of Volta Trucks
Electric truck startup Volta has been bought out of administration by one of its biggest creditors, although the future of its 600 workers hangs in the … Read More »
