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Select Car Leasing partners with Zap-Map to make driving an electric car hassle-free
Select Car Leasing has joined forces with Zap-Map, the charge point mapping service, to make driving an electric vehicle (EV) even more accessible.
Queuing EV drivers being caught out by car park fines, warns AFP
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers queuing to use chargers in car parks are inadvertently being caught out by penalty fines, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is … Read More »
2023 Mazda MX-5 now available to order
The new 2023 Mazda MX-5 10-model range features new model grade naming with Prime-Line, Exclusive-Line and Homura trim levels, available to order now with delivery in … Read More »
Cox Automotive calls on industry to embrace a new era of uncertainty
The automotive retail market must now accept turbulent market conditions as a matter of course and focus on factors within its control, says Cox Automotive.
Selsia first to sign up to 2023 Great British Fleet Event
Accident management specialist Selsia has signed up to exhibit at next April’s Great British Fleet Event 2023, with other fleet service firms imminently following.
Multi-million pound investment for Baldock Motorway Service Area
Motorway Service Area (MSA) developer and operator Extra MSA Group has completed a multi-million pound investment into improving Baldock Motorway Service Area.
Arrival to shift eLCV van production to US in cost-cutting bid
Electric vehicle start-up Arrival is to relocate van production from its Bicester site to the US while making a “sizeable” reduction in its workforce, predominantly in … Read More »
Fuel tank ‘red line runners’ on the rise, warns Green Flag
The number of ‘red line runner’ drivers who run their fuel tank to almost empty before filling up is on the rise, despite the cost and … Read More »
Mazda reveals pricing and specs for new CX-60 diesel
Mazda is introducing a diesel version of its CX-60 large SUV, priced from £42,990 and with emissions from 129g/km.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
London Ultra-Low Emission Zone expansion has generated extra £94m for TfL
Last year’s expansion of London’s Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) generated some £93.6m of additional revenue from drivers of non-compliant vehicles in the first eight months.
Mark Chessman joins Wagonex as chairman
Vehicle subscription software firm Wagonex has appointed fleet and automobile logistics expert Mark Chessman as chair of its board.
Winners of Brake’s 2022 UK Fleet Champions Awards revealed
Fleet operators and service firms including National Highways and FM Conway have taken top awards at Brake’s UK Fleet Champions Awards 2022.
BVRLA leasing fleet up 2.9% on salsac and van growth
The BVRLA leasing fleet has grown 2.9% in the last year, despite continued and fresh uncertainties in the market.
Europcar launches interactive guide to help fleets find right van
Europcar Mobility Group UK has launched an interactive online tool for commercial vehicles, helping fleets find the best van or truck solution for their needs.
New issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine now live
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, providing latest insights and advice for fleets and drivers looking to go electric.
Vauxhall and Octopus Energy to help drivers save almost £700 in EV switch
Vauxhall and Octopus Energy have joined forces to create a one-stop shop bundle that will bring significant cost savings for drivers going electric.
SSE Energy Solutions launches UK-wide EV charging network
SSE Energy Solutions has kicked off plans for a major electric vehicle charging network across the UK by announcing a significant new partnership with Oxford Properties … Read More »
VisionTrack teams up with Driving For Better Business
VisionTrack has signed up as a delivery partner for Driving for Better Business, supporting the scheme’s work to help fleets reduce work-related road risk.
Readypower Group switches from diesel vans to hybrid Toyota Corolla Commercial
Specialist rail and infrastructure services provider Readypower Group is replacing its fleet of diesel vans with 45 hybrid electric Corolla Commercial vehicles from Toyota.
Best British motorway services revealed
Rugby services on the M6, run by Moto, has taken the lead as the best motorway services in a user survey by Transport Focus.
FOD Mobility Group opens new HQ to support UK and European expansion
Tech firm FOD Mobility Group has opened a new, larger headquarters to support its accelerated growth in the UK and Europe.
Radius Vehicle Solutions expands to Ireland with Traction Finance deal
Radius Vehicle Solutions has acquired a majority stake in Belfast-based Traction Finance, expanding its commercial vehicle hire and leasing business into the north and south of … Read More »
Charging concerns deterring non-EV drivers, Paythru research reveals
Concerns over poor charging experiences including a lack of charge points are putting non-EV drivers off from making the switch.
EVs still more cost-effective despite rising electricity charges
Electric cars are still more cost-effective than ICE equivalents, despite forthcoming rises in electricity charges to record levels from this month.
Rolls-Royce debut EV takes form of 585hp Spectre coupé
Rolls-Royce has debuted its Spectre coupé: the marque’s first fully electric motor car and a major landmark in its commitment to go EV-only by 2030.
The Electric Car Scheme to offer UK-first salsac subscription scheme for EVs
The Electric Car Scheme has partnered with subscription car service Onto to offer a new subscription-based salary sacrifice scheme for electric vehicles.
New issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine now live
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, providing latest insights and advice for fleets and drivers looking to go electric.
Quiet half-term predicted for roads amid cost-of-living crisis
The coming half-term break in England and Wales will bring a spike in traffic but could prove quieter than normal as drivers cut back on costs.
Enterprise Car Club and Translink bring new mobility services to Belfast stations
Enterprise Car Club has teamed up with Translink to bring its car club services to Belfast’s Lanyon Place and Great Victoria Street railway stations.
