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BVRLA secures post-Brexit clarity for rental and leasing sectors
The BVRLA has helped to secure much-needed regulatory clarity around the legal status of rental and leasing firms in the vehicle supply chain.
Alphabet launches all-new Online Service Booking Portal
Alphabet GB has introduced a newly upgraded Online Service Booking Portal featuring connected car functionality and proactive alerts to provide customers with real-time service, maintenance and … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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Consultation on expanding ULEZ London-wide closes Friday 29th July
A consultation on plans to expand the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) to cover almost the whole of the capital from 29 August 2023 opened two … Read More »
Putting the business into Driving for Better Business
FTSE-listed multinationals, household name private companies, large local authorities, NHS Trusts and SMEs are collectively saving money, simply by adopting a systematic approach to fleet management … Read More »
Nationwide EV charging network Mer goes live on Zap-Pay
Nationwide EV charging network Mer, which is owned by renewable energy producer Statkraft, is the latest to go live on Zap-Pay, a way to pay for … Read More »
LV= launches Electrix proposition to help drivers lease, charge and insure EVs
LV= General Insurance is today launching ElectriX, a one-stop shop offering drivers everything they need to get on the road with an electric car – from … Read More »
Taking EVs to the Max-us
John Kendall takes a look at the latest battery-powered offerings from one Chinese-owned brand.
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles announces UK pricing for all-electric ID. Buzz Cargo
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has announced UK pricing for the ID. Buzz Cargo, with prices starting from £38,125.
BVRLA responds to new Consumer Duty structure
BVRLA emphasises need for Gold Standard with new Consumer Duty response.
Telematics study reveals activity at UK airports nearly back to pre-pandemic levels
Report based on analysis carried out by Targa Telematics, investigating hourly utilisation data from airport ground support vehicles.
EV Ready fleets, Nissan Ariya, and AI for vans in new issue of Fleet World
The new issue of Fleet World is now available to read, featuring latest news, EV & LCV reviews and a special feature on EV Ready fleets. … Read More »
43% of motorists fail to check their tyre pressure, according to Venson
Venson urges fleet managers to review their tyre management policies as latest National Highways report one in five vehicles break down due to tyre issues.
Rising fuel prices causing 38% of drivers to consider an EV as their next car, survey finds
Recent increases in fuel prices have caused 37.94% of drivers previously not in the market for an electric car to now consider one as their next … Read More »
Idea that franchise dealers are required more for EV SMR than ICE is “myth”, new research shows
The idea that franchise dealers are required more for electric vehicle (EV) service, maintenance and repair (SMR) than their internal combustion engine (ICE) counterparts is a … Read More »
All-Electric Ford E-Transits on flexible leasing
200 pre-ordered All-Electric E-Transits are now starting to be be delivered to dealers, ready for customers to try on its Flexible Leasing solution.
Citroën launches all-new C5 X
Citroën has launched its all-new C5 X flagship model – available as a Plug-in Hybrid with up to 37 miles of electric range or with petrol … Read More »
New networks: The future for EV charging
John Kendall looks at how charger numbers and efficiency needs to be improved to match the growing demand and volume of EVs on the road.
Interview: Swarco Smart Charging on tackling Scotland’s EV charging
Justin Meyer, managing director of Swarco Smart Charging, talks of the challenges ahead as the country aims for zero emission transportation. Norrie Hunter reports.
Fleets operators who cannot see what is going on in vehicle cabs have a risk management blind spot, says Crystal Ball
Fleet operators who cannot see what is going on in vehicle cabs have a risk management blind spot, which can be solved by introducing in-cab cameras, … Read More »
Fleet World named best Automotive Business Publication
Fleet World magazine has been awarded the best Automotive Business Publication title at the 2022 Newspress awards.
Scottish Water fleet gets EVs on tap
The utility company Scottish Water has continued the electrification of its vehicle fleet with the arrival of 20 brand new e-NV200 vans from Nissan.
Fleet Alliance rated Best Workplace for Women 2022
Leasing firm Fleet Alliance has been voted A Best Workplace For Women 2022.
Keep EV BiK rates low to help meet net zero, MPs told
MPs have been briefed at the Houses of Parliament on how low company car tax rates can help the UK meet its net zero targets as … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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Six top tips to help local authorities deploy EV charging infrastructure
Neil Isaacson, CEO of public charge point operator (CPO), Liberty Charge, provides six top tips on how local authorities can deploy charge points at pace and … Read More »
Nearly half of van drivers fail to lock vehicle
UK van drivers are neglecting to take the security of their vehicles and contents seriously, with three-quarters knowingly leave themselves at risk to thieves.
FMG and Tusker extend salary sacrifice partnership
Tusker has extended its long-standing incident management partnership with FMG to support its work.
DfT stats reveal 6% rise in UK’s public EV charging devices
The number of total public EV charging devices available in the UK rose 6% in the second quarter of 2022, new figures from the Department for … Read More »
Independent forecourts lead way on ‘fairer’ pump prices, finds new analysis
Just 10% (407) of a sample of more than 4,500 UK forecourts are charging a fair price for petrol and diesel, with the vast majority of … Read More »
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How a former Dundee petrol station became one of Europe’s most innovative EV charging hubs
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Tevva prepares to call in administrators while seeking rescue deal
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Qwello builds pan-European charging solution with Park & Charge acquisition
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New driving licence and grey fleet platform launches to shake up fleet industry
