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Record 60 illegal ‘chop shops’ shut down by police in 2024
UK police forces uncovered a record 60 illegal ‘chop shops’ in 2024, underlining the UK’s growing car theft epidemic.
Planning reform to unlock faster and cheaper on-street EV charger installations
The Government has vowed to make EV charge points easier, cheaper and faster to install under major new legislation.
Lightfoot racks up a record billion vehicle miles in 2024
Vehicles equipped with Lightfoot devices travelled a record one billion miles in 2024 – the first time this milestone has been hit in a calendar year.
Point S bids to become largest UK automotive service network by 2035
Point S UK has set its sights on becoming the UK’s largest independent automotive service network by 2035.
Mike Fazal named CEO of Leasing.com as Dave Timmis steps down
Leasing.com, the leasing comparison website, has announced the appointment of Mike Fazal as CEO as founder Dave Timmis steps down after 25 years at the helm.
Rising EV road tax and falling RVs create ‘perfect storm’ for fleets, says Mercia
Impending rises in vehicle excise duty (VED) for electric vehicles along with falling residual values are creating a ‘perfect storm’ for fleets and forcing some operators … Read More »
One in four major A-roads in England are EV charging ‘cold spots’
A quarter of England’s major A-roads have at least one EV charging ‘cold spot’, indicating that major holes still remain in the country’s EV infrastructure.
Fleets share obstacles to environmental compliance in new research
Automotive businesses including fleets as well as car dealers feel unable to be more environmentally responsible due to the high costs associated with compliance, as well … Read More »
EV drivers more likely to be fitness fanatics than ICE drivers
EV drivers are more likely to be fitness fanatics than their petrol and diesel counterparts, a new study claims.
Nissan-backed research project readies UK for autonomous driving
A consortium of five industry partners has successfully completed the UK’s latest autonomous driving (AD) research project with the help of a fleet of electric Nissan … Read More »
Government set to weaken ZEV mandate after carmaker pressure, reports say
The Government has agreed to make “substantial change” to the UK’s ZEV mandate sales quotas to keep Nissan’s plant in Britain, according to reports.
Data security driving fleets away from legacy software
Fleets are rapidly moving away from legacy software due to increasing demands in data security and interfacing, FleetCheck has reported.
Allow new plug-in hybrids to stay on sale up to 2035, says AA
The AA has called for the Government to allow plug-in hybrids on sale past the 2030 ICE ban as it warns that more needs to be … Read More »
Legionella & Fire Safe Services selects Trakm8 to drive fleet safety
Legionella & Fire Safe Services is deploying Trakm8’s RH600 dual-facing dashcam solution to enhance the safety and efficiency of its fleet.
DriiveMe sees record growth in vehicle movements over 2024
DriiveMe has reported record growth in 2024 as the online vehicle logistics company continues its work to revolutionise the vehicle delivery sector for fleets, dealers and … Read More »
Priorities for fleet sector progress outlined at BVRLA Annual Dinner
This week’s BVRLA’s Annual Dinner saw the top priorities for the fleet sector outlined – including work to support decarbonisation, regulatory scrutiny response and preparations for … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Huge cut in harmful air pollutants after London ULEZ expansion
Air pollution across the capital has plummeted as a result of the expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), evidence reveals.
Midlands gets electric boost with extra 16,000+ EV chargers on the way
Local authorities in the Midlands will roll out more than 16,000 new EV chargers in the coming weeks with the help of £40m in government investment.
Drivers reminded of M25 full weekend closure
Drivers have been warned of disruption and delays on the M25 this weekend as the Surrey stretch closes for roadworks.
Record-breaking response to Scotland’s 50mph speed limit plans
A consultation on plans to cut speed limits for cars and increase them for HGVs has received record-breaking feedback from Scots.
Formula E adopts Tusker EV salary sacrifice scheme
Formula E, the all-electric racing series, is offering EV salary sacrifice to its employees in a new deal with Tusker.
Top insights on fleet management and tech in new issue of Fleet World
Fleets seeking extensive insights on the latest fleet management and technology developments need look no further than the new issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet … Read More »
On-street chargers vital for van electrification, Vauxhall fleet study finds
New research underscoring the urgency to accelerate on-street charging infrastructure for van fleet electrification is now out from Vauxhall.
Roadchef on M5 gains six new Gridserve ultra-rapid chargers
Motorway services operator Roadchef has introduced six new 360kW EV chargers at its Strensham South site on the M5.
Steven Eagell Group to streamline movements for expanding fleet business
Steven Eagell Group, the UK’s biggest Toyota and Lexus dealer group, has partnered with Jigcar to streamline its fleet and retail vehicle movements.
Epyx pilots new 1link Service Network platform amid biggest-ever revamp
Epyx is piloting a ‘New Evolution’ version of its 1link Service Network after the biggest-ever rewrite of the widely used fleet platform.
Smart motorway ‘experiment’ has failed, say three in five drivers
Three in five drivers want smart motorways scrapped and converted back with a permanent hard shoulder.
IAM RoadSmart reaccredited for international ISO standard
IAM RoadSmart has been reaccredited with the ISO 9001 international standard for quality management systems through the British Standards Institute (BSI) in recognition for its continuing … Read More »
Jump in EV salary sacrifice ahead of April NI changes
Demand for electric car salary sacrifice has spiked ahead of April’s increase to employer National Insurance contributions, a leading provider has reported.
