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Volkswagen plans for 70% EV sales in Europe by 2030
Volkswagen is stepping up its plans for EVs under a new strategy that will see Volkswagen change “as never before”.
Bynx re-engineers accident management module in latest software release
Fleets can now benefit from more proactive accident management under the latest updates to the Bynx software for operators.
Entries open for Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards 2021
Fleets can now enter for Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards 2021, which recognise those fleet operators, suppliers, manufacturers and individuals at the forefront of fleet safety.
Citroën now giving five-year warranty on all models ordered online
Citroën UK is now providing a five-year warranty on all new vehicles ordered via its online Citroën store.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
New white paper explores driving after lockdown for fleets
A new white paper tackling the issue of returning to driving after lockdown is now available for fleets.
Citroën C5 Aircross SUV models get lower BiK ratings
Citroën has lowered the CO2 on a number of its C5 Aircross SUV models, bringing reduced Benefit-in-Kind ratings.
UK in good place for ‘EV revolution’ but charging still lagging, says LeasePlan
The UK is one of the best-prepared countries in Europe for the ‘EV revolution’, although charging infrastructure continues to be a major roadblock.
Top court rules UK has broken air pollution law
Further Clean Air Zones could be on the cards after the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruled today that the UK has broken … Read More »
Current and future values of EVs under focus at new VRA webinar
The current and future values of electric vehicles will be looked at in detail in the Vehicle Remarketing Association’s (VRA’s) next ‘New Normal Briefing’ webinar.
DRIVE teams up with Masternaut for EV Transition Planning tool
A new EV Transition Planning solution that will enable businesses and their leasing brokers to accelerate the switch to greener fleets is now available.
Grey fleet best practice to be tackled at new AFP webinar
The rise in the grey fleet and the issue of best practice is to come under the spotlight at a new webinar being held by the … Read More »
Fleet falls 33.5% in worst February for new car market since 1959
Fleet new car registrations dropped 33.5% in February as the UK’s new car market hit its lowest level since 1959.
Budget 2021: A summary for fleets
Chancellor Rishi Sunak’s second Budget speech has allayed concerns of sudden and swift tax rises to pay off the ‘Covid bill’, instead unveiling a number of … Read More »
Budget 2021: Fuel duty to remain frozen
The Chancellor has confirmed in today’s Budget that the current fuel duty freeze will be maintained for an 11th successive year.
Budget 2021: Continue support for vehicle rental sector, says BVRLA
The BVRLA has called on the chancellor to continue financial support for the vehicle rental sector as it warns that SMEs are particularly struggling in the … Read More »
Hyundai Santa Fe SUV on sale with choice of hybrids
Hyundai’s new Santa Fe SUV is now on sale in the UK, with a choice of hybrid or plug-in hybrid powertrains and CO2 emissions starting from … Read More »
Fears of further fuel pump rises looming large, warns RAC
Fuel pump prices shot up again in February, but worse could be still to come, according to the RAC.
Pandemic impact on fleets revealed in new research
New research from Verizon Connect sets out the impact of the pandemic on fleets while also outlining other challenges and trends within the sector.
Future of face-to-face meetings still up in the air, says FleetCheck
Fleets have decisions to make over the future of face-to-face meetings and whether they will return to previous operational models or make potentially beneficial changes.
C40 Recharge will be first EV-only Volvo
Volvo will launch its first ever electric-only model this summer; a coupe-SUV which indirectly replaces the V40 hatchback, and will only be sold online.
DEFRA expands Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Commercial fleet further
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) continues to expand its fleet of Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Commercial vehicles, replacing its diesel vans.
Hyundai reveals Bayon entry-level SUV
Hyundai has taken the wraps off its Bayon crossover, which joins later this year as the entry-level model in its SUV line-up.
Volvo to only sell pure electric cars by 2030 and shift sales online
Volvo is to become a fully electric car company by 2030 and move all sales online as it looks to future-proof its business.
Remarketing sector urged to take part in autonomous vehicles consultation
The remarketing sector is being urged to make its thoughts on autonomous vehicles known as part of a new consultation by the English and Scottish Law … Read More »
Anti-idling campaigns should be run UK-wide, says TRL
Local authorities UK-wide are being urged to replicate an anti-idling initiative run in London.
BSM adds Peugeot 208s to expanding fleet
The British School of Motoring (BSM) has added more than 200 Peugeot 208 models to its fleet and is planning to add further Peugeots in the … Read More »
Peugeot introduces new logo to embody electrification work
Peugeot has launched a new logo and brand identity to reflect its new electrification strategy.
Missing zero-emissions range figures causing P11D headaches, says AFP
Difficulty in obtaining and verifying the correct zero-emissions range (ZER) figure for newer plug-in-hybrid electric vehicles is leading to P11D headaches for fleets, reports the Association … Read More »
Volvo to roll out first-ever over-the-air updates on XC40 Recharge
Volvo’s XC40 Recharge electric car is to become the brand’s first model to get over-the-air (OTA) software updates.
Top news of the week
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Budget 2021: A summary for fleets
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Top court rules UK has broken air pollution law
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C40 Recharge will be first EV-only Volvo
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Missing zero-emissions range figures causing P11D headaches, says AFP
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Volvo to only sell pure electric cars by 2030 and shift sales online
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Hyundai reveals Bayon entry-level SUV
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Trakm8 advances insurance growth plans with new senior hire
