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Nissan Juke gets plusher interior and iconic yellow paint job
Nissan has treated its Juke urban crossover to a midcycle refresh, complete with technology and interior upgrades.
Lex Autolease partners with Nexus to revamp short-term rental offering
Lex Autolease is overhauling its short-term rental offering under a new partnership with Nexus.
Ford expands UK electric vehicle test lab with new £24m facility
Ford has opened a new electric vehicle test laboratory at its UK headquarters to support its European EV plans.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Range Rover Sport P550e PHEV
Al Suttie takes the luxury SUV over hill, dale and through Glasgow’s Low Emission Zone to see if it’s still ahead of the game.
BVRLA to drive change with new Zero Emission Van Plan
The BVRLA and a coalition of partners are lobbying the Government to support the transition to zero-emission vans as they warn of the dangers of inaction.
Fleet decarbonisation starts with drivers, not vehicles, says Lightfoot
Fleet decarbonisation strategies should factor in drivers first, then vehicles later, to ensure instant carbon reductions, Lightfoot has asserted.
Renault Trafic E-Tech pricing and specification revealed
Renault’s latest-gen mid-sized Trafic van is now available as a fully electric version, delivering up to 186 miles of range and with rapid DC charging up … Read More »
Two-thirds of drivers back council call to outlaw pavement parking
Almost two-thirds of people (62%) say it should be illegal to park on pavements across England, supporting a call from councils for new powers.
Škoda Octavia revamped with more power and tech
Škoda has boosted the appeal of its Octavia lower-medium hatch with a mid-life facelift.
Accurate range figures for electric vans ‘critical to adoption’, says AFP
Range labelling for electric vans needs a complete overhaul to ensure fleet adoption, the Association of Fleet Professionals has warned.
Ford Transit Custom and Ranger get MS-RT treatment to create ultimate range-toppers
Ford has launched exclusive versions of the Transit Custom and Ranger in partnership with MS-RT.
First speakers revealed for Great British Fleet Event Masterclass conferences
Some of the UK’s foremost fleet experts are lined up to speak at this April’s Great British Fleet Event, shedding light on the latest developments in … Read More »
Double-cab pickups to be classed as company cars from July 2024
HMRC is to start classing most double-cab pickups as company cars for tax purposes, reflecting their growing use as lifestyle vehicles rather than job-need.
Nissan enhances vehicle security for drivers with new tracking service
Nissan is introducing a Stolen Vehicle Tracking function for UK customers to provide added peace of mind on key models.
Yodel saved from collapse in rescue deal led by rival Shift
Struggling parcel delivery giant Yodel has been saved from collapse in a last-minute rescue deal led by rival firm Shift.
Applegreen Electric joins Paua EV charge card network
Paua customers will be able to charge at Applegreen Electric’s EV charging network across the UK under a new deal that significantly expands access to ultra-fast … Read More »
EV home charger sharing service launches in island of Ireland
A new home charger sharing service has officially launched in the island of Ireland to make EV charging affordable, convenient and accessible.
EV sal-sac scheme proves hit with employees at UK Power Networks
An electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme introduced at UK Power Networks has proved a huge success with its employees.
Exeter hydrogen refuelling hub coming in 2026 to support fuel cell van switch
South West-based hydrogen developer Tower Group has confirmed that its Exeter H2 Hub will be delivered by 2026 – a major step to supporting the South … Read More »
Jeep Renegade 2024 on sale with improved tech
Jeep is celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the Renegade with the arrival of a revamped version for 2024.
Silverstone Leasing merges corporate and personal brands
Silverstone Leasing has merged its two subsidiary brands in a move to share best practice and drive the customer experience.
Addison Lee adds 600 Volkswagen Multivan PHEVs to fleet
Addison Lee has rolled out 600 new Volkswagen Multivan plug-in hybrid people carriers to its fleet under a £30m investment.
Councils call for new powers to tackle ‘scourge’ of pavement parking
Powers to ban pavement parking should be extended to all areas across England, according to a new study from local councils.
New Europcar van solution combines best of leasing and rental
Europcar has launched a new solution for one- or two-year van rental to help businesses tackle financial pressures and meet operational needs.
DriverCheck appoints new account manager as expansion continues
DriverCheck has continued its planned expansion with the appointment of David Greenaway as account manager.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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MG to showcase New MG3 Hybrid and Cyberster electric sports car at Great British Fleet Event
MG is returning to the Great British Fleet Event in April as an event partner, showcasing two new all-important cars for the fleet sector.
Dangerous blind spots pose threat to two in five drivers, AA warns
Two in five drivers have dangerous blind spots in their cars that pose risks to driving safety, new research reveals.
Ohme and Motability Operations continue to help drivers embrace EVs
Ohme and Motability Operations have hit new milestones in their work to make motoring cleaner and cheaper for drivers.
Majority of fleets don’t have travel policies for extreme weather conditions
Fleets are failing to protect company drivers with travel policies for severe weather conditions, new research suggests.
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