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Toyota to develop hydrogen Hilux pickup on back of £11m government funding
Toyota is to develop a hydrogen-powered Hilux pickup, supported by £11.3m in government funding.
Fleet sustainability and optimisation trends revealed in new last-mile delivery research
Rising operating and fuel costs are prompting increased efforts on fleet optimisation and electrification, new supply chain sector research reveals.
Ford accelerates electric car production with £125m investment in Halewood
Ford is scaling up its electric car production further with a £125m investment into its Halewood EV components plant.
Drivers afraid to use extra lane on smart motorways
The benefits of ‘all lane running’ smart motorways are being negated by drivers too scared to use the extra lane provided.
Renault launches subscription scheme for Mégane E-Tech electric hatch
Renault is now offering an inhouse subscription scheme for its Mégane E-Tech electric hatch, providing a highly flexible way to get behind the wheel.
Elmo enhances EV subscription service with Fleet Assist deal
Electric car subscription firm Elmo is using SMR services from Fleet Assist in its work to scale up the service.
London councils switch to e-cargo bikes to reach stringent eco targets
Islington has become the latest of five leading London councils to switch to e-cargo bikes, helping drive green targets.
Europcar specialist van fleet to keep fleets moving safely this winter
As the UK braces itself for the likely return of the ‘Beast from the East’ ahead of Christmas, Europcar Mobility Group UK is ensuring its specialist … Read More »
TfL tackles roadwork disruption with major new innovation challenge
Transport for London (TfL) is to work with the private sector on uncovering new ways of tackling disruption caused by roadworks for construction and utilities work.
Drivers twice as likely to get breathalysed in December
Drivers are being warned their chances of having to take a breathalyser test are now double, in the usual December crackdown on drink-driving.
Silvey Fleet scores IIC Gold for customer-first approach
Silvey Fleet has secured Investor in Customers (IIC) Gold accreditation, reinforcing its commitment to deliver the highest possible standards of customer service.
Free or subsidised public charging ‘could be deterring’ vital private sector investment
Ending free or low-cost public charging could actually help drive infrastructure expansion, supporting drivers making the switch to electric vehicles, according to a new report.
EV loyalty app rewards drivers for charging station feedback
Electric vehicle drivers can now be rewarded for sharing vital real-time operational information on charging stations via an app, helping to improve the charging experience.
Vehicle-to-grid charging could save EV homeowners £1,000 a year
UK homeowners could significantly offset their EV charging costs if bidirectional EV charging was made widely possible, a new report from intelligent power management firm Eaton … Read More »
‘Groundbreaking’ rapid, mobile off-grid charging solution debuts
A new rapid mobile off-grid charging solution that’s expected to revolutionise the EV sector has debuted this week in the UK.
Fifth of glasses-wearing drivers overdue an eye test
Nearly a fifth of motorists (19%) who already need glasses for driving have not had their eyes tested for three years or more – bringing a … Read More »
Vauxhall electrifies Astra and Sports Tourer
Vauxhall’s EV line-up been boosted with the arrival of the electric Astra and Astra Sports Tourer. The arrival of the battery-powered duo takes Vauxhall’s all-electric portfolio … Read More »
Security and safety propel use of connected van tech
Van fleets are chiefly adopting connected vehicle technology due to the security and driver safety benefits, Arval has found.
AI platform launches to transform damage management for fleets
A new platform that uses AI-powered detection to help automotive companies and fleets transform their damage-related processes has launched.
New AI-equipped driver safety monitor to advance fleet safety
Fleet safety electronics specialist Motormax has introduced new driver monitoring systems (DMS), equipped with latest Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning to improve fleet safety.
Weev and Geotab partner to help Northern Ireland fleets go electric
Belfast-based EV charging firm Weev has teamed up with Geotab to help its clients go electric.
Ford Ranger goes Platinum with new luxury-focused grade
The Ford Ranger is now available in a new top-end Platinum grade, delivering high levels of luxury and comfort and priced from £44,400 (excl. VAT).
AFP expands training calendar for 2023 and holds fees
The Association of Fleet Professionals is to run an increased range of training courses in 2023, while holding fees at the current level.
Electric vans are underworked and overcharged, new fleet analysis reveals
Electric vans could be worked harder and charged less, cutting costs and downtime, according to Michelin Connected Fleet.
M&H Carriers expands last-mile electric fleet to Scottish Highlands
One of Scotland’s leading distribution firms has expanded the reach of its last-mile electric delivery fleet in the Scottish Highlands.
New EV charger delivers 480kW without major infrastructure work
A new smart rapid charger that delivers up to 480kW ultra-rapid speed without the need for major infrastructure work will be unveiled at the London EV … Read More »
HMRC announces latest Advisory Fuel Rates
HMRC has published its new Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs), effective from 1 December 2022.
IAM RoadSmart accelerates mission to reduce road deaths to zero
Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart had made key changes to ready for new vehicle technologies and accelerate its mission to bring road deaths down to zero.
Danske Bank implements Tusker salary sacrifice scheme
Danske Bank UK has introduced a salary sacrifice scheme from Tusker, focused on EVs to help its employees go electric.
Motom remarketing platform signs up to NFDA
Vehicle remarketing platform Motom has signed up as an associate member of the National Franchise Dealers Association (NFDA).
