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SVA to grow share of used commercial vehicle sector under new appointment
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) has appointed experienced business development manager Peter Campbell to further develop its share of the used LCV, HGV and plant sector.
Plug-in Van Grant order limit increased but BVRLA warns Electric Van Plan is needed
The Government’s Office for Zero Emissions has increased the limit on Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG) orders but the fleet industry has reemphasised the challenges being faced … Read More »
Abarth expands all-electric 500e line-up for UK market
Fiat’s performance sub-brand Abarth has expanded the line-up for its 500e electric hatch in the UK.
Peugeot reveals updated 2008 and e-2008
Peugeot has unveiled its updated 2008 line-up, which gets bolder design, new technologies and longer range for the fully electric e-2008.
Diesel drivers ripped off at pumps by 16p a litre in April, says RAC
The price of diesel at UK pumps fell by nearly 4p a litre in April but is still at least 16p over what it should be, … Read More »
Ogilvie Fleet bolsters team with two new business development appointments
Ogilvie has boosted its contract hire and salary sacrifice teams after rapid growth of the products in the last 18 months.
Fleet new car registrations rocket in April
UK fleet and overall new car registrations surged in April as supply chain shortages continued to recede, prompting an upgraded outlook for 2023 but with a … Read More »
Fuuse raises £2.5m in follow-on funding for EV charging platform
EV charge point management platform Fuuse has received a £2.5m follow-on investment to support growth plans with fleets and charge point operators (CPOs).
Over half of workplaces provide charging facilities, finds Europcar study
A new Europcar study reveals that more than half of private sector businesses provide workplace charging facilities, helping to counter concerns with EV infrastructure and to … Read More »
Mini Cooper Electric to deliver up to 249 miles of range
Mini has previewed its upcoming Cooper Electric with a shot of a camouflaged prototype and early specification details.
CTEK hits EV milestone of 100,000 charging points sold
CTEK has reached the milestone of its first 100,000 electric vehicle charging points sold, supported by strong workplace and public charging demand.
BVRLA webinar to explore opportunities for selling used BEVs
The BVRLA will explore the best ways to sell used battery electric vehicles (BEVs), and the challenges and opportunities it brings to members’ businesses, in an … Read More »
Role of technology in future-proofed fleet operations revealed in new Samsara report
A new report showing how technology can drive operational modernisation for fleets is now out from Samsara.
Councils planning ‘unfair’ yellow box junction fines, warns RAC
Local authority plans to start enforcing yellow box junctions could lead to an avalanche of “unfair” fines for drivers, the RAC has warned.
Rivus takes delivery of ‘first-of-its-kind’ hydrogen van for trials
Rivus is trialling a fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) from First Hydrogen to get insights on the benefits and practicality of hydrogen as an alternative fuel.
Staffordshire University turns to DAVIS for grey fleet compliance
Staffordshire University has achieved compliance assurance for a large grey fleet base and its own fleet thanks to the DAVIS driver and risk management platform from … Read More »
Kura appoints head of corporate sales to drive shuttle services
Luke Garcia has joined business transport specialist Kura to drive new business contracts for corporate shuttle services.
SMR issues bringing major impacts on fleet downtime, says AFP
Rising service, maintenance and repair (SMR) issues are directly impacting vehicle off-road (VOR) time, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has warned.
FTSE 100 company sees high staff interest in new JCT600 VLS sal-sac scheme
A newly implemented salary sacrifice scheme from JCT600 VLS is already achieving high levels of interest from employees for its valuable benefits provision.
Bullish outlook for UK new car market on back of strong start to year
Cox Automotive has upgraded its forecasts for the new and used car sectors after the UK saw a strong start to the year.
UK charging network, grid supply and incentives under focus in new Logistics UK report
Logistics UK is to publish its new EV Report at the forthcoming Future Logistics Conference, giving insights into current developments and areas where work is needed.
Allstar bolsters fleet EV network with Evyve ultra-rapid chargers
Allstar has added the Evyve rapid and ultra-rapid charging network to its fleet charging solution, further maximising convenience for businesses transitioning to EVs.
UK government explores compulsory battery state of health monitors for EVs
The UK is exploring plans to make battery state of health (SOH) monitors compulsory on all new electric vehicles, helping to support consumer confidence.
Miele deploys Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo eLCVs on fleet
Miele has become the first Volkswagen customer to take delivery of fully customised ID. Buzz Cargo vans.
Swarco Smart Charging launches new EV chargers for fleets
Swarco Smart Charging has launched four new charging solutions to support the increasing adoption of EVs by UK businesses and consumers.
Arnold Clark to install 500+ EV chargers in £23m investment
Dealer group Arnold Clark is to install more than 500 electric vehicle chargers across the UK in an investment worth £23m.
Expect faster tyre wear on electric vehicles, says ATS
The switch to electric vehicles is likely to bring increased tyre spend for fleets due to faster wear rates, ATS Euromaster has warned.
UK still in top three EV ready countries in Europe, finds LeasePlan
Europe is better prepared than ever to support and accelerate the all-important electric mobility transition, according to latest LeasePlan research.
Comment: The rise of the Chinese EV market
By Chris Black, commercial director at vehicle leasing experts, LeasePlan UK
Bonnet launches new fleet-focused charging services
EV charging app Bonnet has launched new tools for small and large fleet managers.
