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Port of Tyne makes major investment in EV charging
Port of Tyne has installed comprehensive EV charging infrastructure to support the transition of its van fleet to fully electric vehicles.
Greenwich sets out EV and active travel plans in draft Transport Strategy
The Royal Borough of Greenwich is asking for residents, businesses and community groups to give feedback on its draft Transport Strategy, which seeks to improve safety, … Read More »
DMN wins new Motor Auction Group deal
DMN Logistics has secured a new partnership to provide inspect and collect services to Motor Auction Group (MAG) including to its fleet clients.
Rupert Pontin joins One Auto API as director
Data integration expert One Auto API has appointed automotive insight specialist Rupert Pontin as commercial director.
Cazoo to exit mainland Europe to focus on UK
Online car retailer Cazoo is to wind down operations in mainland Europe to focus on the core UK market.
Ford E-Transit Custom to deliver 236-mile range and ‘no-compromise’ load-carrying
Ford has revealed more details of its E-Transit Custom; the EV successor to its best-selling van and designed to help fleets go electric with full Ford … Read More »
TRL to host collision investigation training course for fleets
TRL is organising a course to equip companies and their staff with the knowledge required to assess the contributory factors surrounding traffic collisions.
Used car market ‘starved of repossessions’, auction firm reports
The wholesale used car industry is being starved of repossessions as drivers turn their cars into cash rather than hand them back to finance companies.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Natalie Middleton reports back with the latest on our long-term Škoda Fabia hatch.
Indra spearheads EV charging expansion plans under new CEO
British EV and smart energy technology business Indra has appointed Adrian Moores as chief executive officer, driving its growth strategy in the UK and Europe.
Citroën C5 X PHEV review in new issue of EV Fleet World Digital
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, including a review of Citroën’s new C5 X PHEV hatchback-cum-estate.
Hydrogen sector refutes claims that FCEVs aren’t viable option
Hydrogen fuel and vehicle stakeholders have fought back against claims that fuel cell electric vehicles aren’t a realistic UK zero emissions alternative on the back of … Read More »
Lyreco expands electric delivery fleet under £2.3m investment
Lyreco has added 50 Ford E-Transits to its existing electric fleet with the support of a £2.3m investment.
Tesla Model Y and Genesis GV60 ace Euro NCAP tests
The highly anticipated Tesla Model Y has scored top marks in Euro NCAP safety ratings, while the Genesis GV60 has also secured a five-star rating.
Courier fleets slash delivery driver claims up to 30% with telematics tech
New data from commercial motor insurer Zego shows delivery driver fleets could reduce their insurance claims by up to 30%, thanks to data-led telematics systems.
Alarm bells for grey fleets as drivers plan maintenance cutbacks
The forthcoming energy price cap rise could increase safety risks for grey fleets as drivers look to cut back on car maintenance costs.
Ex-rental used cars now competing with ex-fleet cars at auction, finds Aston Barclay
New analysis showing the dramatic impact that the pandemic and global semiconductor challenges have had on the structure of wholesale used car industry is now out … Read More »
Fleetcor acquires EV solutions provider Plugsurfing
Fleetcor, a leading global payments company and parent company of Allstar Business Solutions, has acquired electric vehicle charging solutions specialist Plugsurfing for an undisclosed amount.
Benefits of salary sacrifice explored in new BVRLA podcast
A new podcast by the BVRLA shines a light on the merits of salary sacrifice schemes and the need for continued low Benefit-in-Kind rates to underpin … Read More »
First speakers revealed for VRA seminar on 2023 remarketing outlook
The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) has announced the speakers for its annual seminar, which will look at ‘2023: The Year Ahead in Remarketing’.
Anne-Marie Trevelyan appointed Transport Secretary as Grant Shapps ousted
Former Trade Secretary Anne-Marie Trevelyan has been appointed as Transport Secretary in a cabinet reshuffle by newly appointed prime minister Liz Truss.
The fleet and auto sector’s wish list for the new PM
As Liz Truss pushes ahead with plans for her administration to “transform Britain into an aspiration nation”, Fleet World asks the UK’s fleet and automotive sector … Read More »
Theo Kortland joins Mfldirect as MD of new vehicle refurb facility
Mfldirect has appointed Theo Kortland as managing director of its new vehicle refurbishment centre in Coalville, Leicestershire.
Octopus Energy’s EV roaming service rebrands amid global growth
Octopus Energy’s ‘Electric Juice’ EV roaming service has rebranded to ‘Electric Universe’ as it passes the 300,000-charger global milestone.
Rapid Response saves fleet costs and labour with automated licence checks
Rapid Response Medical Group has debunked the idea that automated licence checking increases costs and labour after switching to using the DAVIS platform from Licence Check.
Nissan reveals all-new X-Trail
Nissan has unveiled its new X-Trail large SUV, which ups the ante on design, comfort, on-board convenience and driving.
Ian Snadden joins TTC as senior global business leader
Road safety company TTC Group has appointed Ian Snadden to join its team as senior global business leader, further developing the growth of its public sector … Read More »
Engineius appoints Tristram Benson as commercial director
Vehicle logistics specialist Engineius has appointed Tristram Benson as its new commercial director.
Fiat reveals prices and specs for new Doblò and all-electric E-Doblò vans
Orders are now open for the new Fiat Doblò line-up, which includes the first-ever all-electric E-Doblò variant with a 175-mile range.
Green energy investor breaks into EV charging space to support fleets
A new EV infrastructure business backed by one of the world’s largest green energy investors has launched to support fleet operators with the shift to electric.
