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New BMW 5 Series lands with latest PHEVs and first-ever electric i5
BMW’s eighth-generation 5 Series saloon is now available to order in the UK, complete with its first-ever fully electric version and latest plug-in hybrids.
£1bn Rapid Charging Fund still not open for business
A near £1bn funding pot for expanding the UK’s rapid charging facilities on motorways and A-roads remains unallocated more than three years after it was first … Read More »
Uninsured grey fleet remains ‘persistent risk’, warns TTC
Up to three million grey fleet drivers could be on UK roads without valid car insurance.
New £1.8m competition to fund Future of Freight and transport decarbonisation
A new £1.8m competition is now open to support latest developments in transport solutions including innovations in freight and decarbonisation of local transport.
AFP pioneers new mentoring service to pass on fleet manager expertise
New mentoring services that will enable experienced fleet managers to pass their knowledge on to newer industry entrants are now available from the Association of Fleet … Read More »
Stellantis reboots van line-up with extra electric range and tech
Automotive giant Stellantis has revamped its van line-up for the Citroën, Fiat Professional, Opel, Peugeot and Vauxhall brands, taking the fight to Ford.
Jaguar Land Rover opens £250m EV development centre in UK
Jaguar Land Rover – now rebranded as JLR – has opened a new £250m (€287.1m) electric vehicle development and testing facility at its engineering centre in … Read More »
EDF and Pod Point team up for UK’s ‘cheapest’ EV energy tariff
A new EV energy tariff said to be the cheapest in the UK has launched from EDF and Pod Point.
Mycardirect marks three-year anniversary with plans to triple subscriptions business
Vehicle subscription specialist Mycardirect has revealed ambitious growth plans as it celebrates its three-year anniversary.
Tevva explores new merger opportunities after ElectraMeccanica deal falls through
British electric vehicle manufacturer Tevva has said it’s exploring new merger opportunities after a deal with Canadian e-mobility firm ElectraMeccanica fell through.
Still time to enter Fleet World’s EV survey for chance to win hotel break
Fleet decision-makers still have time to complete Fleet World’s survey on electrification and charging strategies – in return for the chance to win a hotel break.
AA launches mobile servicing solution for fleets and private drivers
The AA has introduced a new on-demand mobile solution, providing fleets and private drivers with vehicle servicing without the need to visit a garage.
Tesla marks major milestone in Europe
Tesla has reached the landmark of one million car deliveries in Europe, supporting its original mission to “accelerate the advent of sustainable transport”.
Fiesta and Prius were September’s used car stars, reports Indicata
The Ford Fiesta was the UK’s best-selling used car and the Toyota Prius was the second fastest-selling used car in September, according to Indicata’s new data.
Nearly half of speed cameras out of action
Almost half (46%) of speed cameras across England and Wales aren’t in action, prompting concerns for road safety.
Discover Australia’s Finest: Your Guide to the Best Online Casinos
Australia’s online casino scene is ablaze with exciting options, each promising thrilling games, generous bonuses, and a touch of unique flair. Yet, finding the perfect fit … Read More »
Driver anger over UK’s crumbling roads at all-time high, finds survey
Drivers’ anger with the UK’s pothole-plagued roads has hit a new high, according to the RAC’s annual Report on Motoring.
Supplier Stories: Silvey Fleet
Silvey Fleet’s managing director, Miriam James, talks customer feedback, continuous improvement, alternative fuels and expansion into new markets.
Used EV values up 0.6% on back of growing consumer demand
Used electric vehicle values have risen 0.6% month on month to £32,203 so far in October as prices continue to show signs of stabilising.
EVs are second lowest emitter of transport greenhouse gases, DfT data reveals
Newly published government data shows electric vehicles will slash greenhouse gas emissions from transport following mass adoption by drivers.
Center Parcs takes delivery of 200th electric vehicle from CLM
Center Parcs has deployed its 200th electric vehicle from CLM Fleet Management, supporting its ongoing work on creating an eco-friendly fleet.
DfT to focus more on roads repairs after costs for new schemes spiral
The Government has indicated that it will focus more on day-to-day maintenance for UK motorways and A-roads in future rather than investing in major road infrastructure … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Vast majority of businesses plan to adopt EV salary sacrifice in 2024
More than eight in 10 (83%) of companies plan to offer an electric car salary sacrifice scheme for employees in 2024, new research by The Electric … Read More »
Shell report outlines practical steps for cost-effective fleet decarbonisation
Shell Fleet Solutions has launched a new report exploring the impact of cost on fleet decarbonisation efforts and providing practical recommendations for the way forwards.
Stellantis leads commercial vehicle offensive with new Pro One umbrella brand
Automotive giant Stellantis is embarking on a commercial vehicle offensive, supported by its newly launched Pro One umbrella business.
Free app to help fleets keep on top of SMR
A new app that will enable fleets and drivers to keep up to date with all their vehicle maintenance and legal responsibilities is imminently launching.
Revamped Peugeot 208 and E-208 open for orders
Peugeot’s facelifted 208 and fully electric E-208 superminis are now available to order, priced from £20,400 and £32,400 respectively.
Nissan Hyper Punk concept is electric crossover for content creators and artists
Nissan has content creators and artists in its sights with its latest concept unveiling for the Japan Mobility Show.
Volvo enhances EV public charging experience across Europe
Volvo is boosting its public charging offer for customers across Europe to make access, payment and charging a far simpler experience than before.
