Category : Features
Spotlight: Ford Focus
The fourth-generation Focus is a technological showpiece, out to re-assert itself in a segment that’s still a core part of the UK fleet sector. Alex Grant … Read More »
Ford Focus: reflecting on Ford’s game-changing original
As Ford’s all-new Focus breaks cover, Alex Grant looks back at how the original broke new ground for the Blue Oval 20 years ago.
Statement of Intent: How the Autumn Budget will impact on fleets
The Autumn Budget sent out a clear message on how the Government views diesel vehicles, which will impact future choice. But will the changes impact the … Read More »
ALD proves PHEVs work for fleets
Almost three quarters of ultra-low emission vehicle registrations last year were plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), according to SMMT data, and awareness and interest among businesses and drivers … Read More »
Geneva Motor Show 2018 Roundup
Fleet World’s round-up of the most important headlines from the 2018 Geneva Motor Show. 250-miles in 15 minutes promised by Porsche’s new EV by Jonathan Musk - Porsche ... Read More »
Fleet World Honours 2018
Fleet World magazine has named the industry’s best suppliers and manufacturers at its prestigious Fleet World Honours event, which took place today.
Future Perfect: The fleet challenges for 2018
The 2017/18 Operational Fleet Insight Report from BT’s Fleet Solutions, produced with the AA, shed light on how businesses are responding to the latest fleet challenges, … Read More »
Daily Rental: The flexible future of fleet
As consumers move to more flexible ownership models, is it time for fleets to take a fresh look at rental and car sharing to keep their … Read More »
Curtis Hutchinson: Service with a smile?
The annual servicing ritual should be a way to re-engage with user-choosers and build loyalty. However, a new survey shows some brands do it much better … Read More »
Feature: Connectivity and Software, No way in?
The continuing integration of mobile technology linked into vehicles is creating huge data security issues. Julian Kirk discovers how to keep your information secure.
Shell and Fleet World Valuing People Survey – the results
In the second part of our series of exclusive surveys, Shell and Fleet World questioned 266 fleet executives to find out how they interact and monitor … Read More »
Salary sacrifice explained
Following reformation of the tax treatment of salary sacrifice schemes, HMRC has confirmed how legislation should be applied. Natalie Middleton looks at what’s happened.
Interview: Tim Porter, Lex Autolease
As Lex Autolease completes what may have sounded like an ambitious five-year plan ahead of deadline, managing director Tim Porter reckons it’s laid some interesting foundations … Read More »
Budget 2017: The big stories for fleets
Fleet World's roundup of the Autumn Budget 2017... Budget 2017: Regulation changes to support driverless car tests by Jonathan Musk - The government says it wants ... Read More »
Feature: Taxation & Funding: It’s budgeting time
Professor Colin Tourick explores the role and importance of budgeting for fleet managers.
FEATURE: Are your mobile workers at risk from hackers?
The continuing integration of mobile technology linked into vehicles is creating huge data security issues. Julian Kirk discovers how to keep your information secure.
Spotlight: Volkswagen T-Roc
Volkswagen’s entry into the compact crossover segment is a good reason for established rivals to be worried, and it’s just the start of the brand’s SUV … Read More »
Clock ticking on urgent WLTP tax reforms
As Europe shifts over to the new WLTP fuel economy test cycle, Alex Grant looks at the urgent need for clarity on how tax bands will be reformed to … Read More »
Spotlight: Volvo XC40
Volvo’s first compact SUV is a vital part of its near-future growth plans, as Alex Grant explains.
5 key points from BT Fleet Solutions 2017 Operational Fleet Insight Report
This year’s Operational Fleet Insight Report from BT’s Fleet Solutions sheds light on how businesses are responding to the latest fleet challenges. We look at the … Read More »
Frankfurt IAA 2017
Fleet World’s round-up of the most important headlines from the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show.
WLTP requires urgent tax reform, experts warn
The UK’s car tax system needs to be reformed as soon as the next fiscal year to account for higher CO2 figures generated under the new … Read More »
All you need to know about GDPR
New European legislation comes into effect next year which will have serious implications for anyone handling data generated from vehicles. Julian Kirk explains.
Fleet Hero Awards case study: Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare Ltd
Healthcare equipment supplier Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare (DDH) has seen its fleet’s average fuel economy rocket by 44% since undergoing an Energy Saving Trust fleet review and … Read More »
Data, data everywhere
Richer data from connected cars could radically alter the telematics sector; so is there still a role for the traditional ‘black box’? Craig Thomas finds out.
Second Hand, Second Rate?
With tightening BIK tax bands and the growth in used car PCP deals, should companies be worried about cash-for-car drivers taking the used route for their … Read More »
Shell Future of fleet survey – the results
In the first in a series of exclusive surveys, Shell and International Fleet World questioned 231 fleet executives about their attitudes to a host of fleet … Read More »
Fleet Hero Awards case study: Gateshead Council
Gateshead Council has taken the lead with a proactive approach to reducing congestion and promoting sustainable and active journeys – with one result being grey fleet … Read More »
Spotlight: Volkswagen Polo
Launching late this year, the sixth-generation Polo could make drivers question the need to move up to a Golf. By Alex Grant.
Navigating the future – meeting sat nav needs
Is manufacturer-sourced mapping and satellite navigation set to be replaced by apps? Craig Thomas spoke to Waze UK country manager Finlay Clark about our future nav … Read More »