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Culina streamlines management of 17,000 assets with Jaama software
Culina Group has appointed Jaama as its new fleet and asset management software provider to support fleet management of 17,000 assets.
New Ford Pro tech could save vital seconds for every delivery stop
Convenient new technology from Ford could save drivers vital seconds before and after every drop while keeping their vans secure.
Renault previews Estafette, Goelette and Trafic electric LCV trio
Renault has revealed names and body styles for its trio of new electric vans, developed under the Flexis collaboration to meet the evolving needs of last-mile … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Yutong to launch electric 7.5-tonne truck in UK
Chinese commercial vehicle manufacturer Yutong is launching a battery powered 7.5-tonne truck in the UK to help fleets go zero emission.
Fleet Managers Roadshow returns next week to help shape industry’s future
Fleets looking to steal a march on the latest innovations and industry strategies can sign up for the Fleet Managers Roadshow 2025, taking place on Wednesday … Read More »
Stricter emissions tests for plug-in hybrids to hike up BiK ratings
Company car drivers are being warned of changes to vehicle emissions tests that will hike up tax ratings for plug-in hybrids, closing a loophole.
Be.EV’s first NatWest-backed charging hub opens in Hulme
Be.EV has officially launched an ultra-rapid charging hub at Hulme Retail Park, Manchester, marking a milestone.
Gridserve appoints former Ubitricity CEO as new chief
Gridserve has appointed Daniel Kunkel as its new CEO, supercharging growth plans in the UK.
Nissan seeks new partners after Honda merger talks founder
Nissan is in the process of pulling out of merger talks with Honda and looking for a new partner, according to reports.
Charging becoming bigger concern in EV switch, Europcar 2024 study finds
Concerns over charging are becoming a bigger issue for businesses looking to switch to sustainable fleets, according to Europcar Mobility Group UK.
Birmingham City Council rolls out hundreds of on-street chargers in Ubitricity deal
Birmingham City Council has teamed up with Ubitricity to deploy hundreds of on-street chargers across residential areas of the city.
TfL launches new safety standard for cargo bikes and operators
Transport for London (TfL) has published a new London Safety Standard for Cargo Bikes, setting out requirements for cargo bikes, operators and riders.
Fleets switching to used vans to avoid buying eLCVs, auction firm reports
The used LCV market is on a roll as fleets switch from buying new to used LCVs, Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) has reported.
Alfa Romeo Junior crossover now available as a mild hybrid
Alfa Romeo’s Junior crossover has gained a mild hybrid model alongside the existing fully electric variants.
Ayvens resumes growth plans on back of ‘solid’ results after merger stabilisation
Ayvens is pushing ahead with growth plans in 2025 after a year of “stabilisation of fleet and margins” reflected in “solid results”.
UK’s public charging network grows 37% in last year
The UK now has more than 70,000 public EV charging points following the latest surge.
DS No8 electric flagship on sale with up to 466 miles of range
DS Automobiles has opened orders for its No8 SUV-coupé, springboarding plans to take the brand upmarket.
Vauxhall confirms Luton plant closure amid ongoing ZEV mandate rows
Vauxhall owner Stellantis has confirmed plans to close its 120-year-old Luton plant, with the potential loss of 1,100 jobs.
Volkswagen previews £17k entry level electric car
Volkswagen has given a teaser of its upcoming entry-level electric car ahead of its arrival in 2027.
E-cargo delivery firm Zedify enters administration
Outspoken Logistics Limited, trading as e-cargo delivery firm Zedify, has appointed administrators after failing to raise sufficient funding to continue operating.
Fourways Vehicle Solutions transforms fleet maintenance with help of Trakm8
Fourways Vehicle Solutions is adopting telematics technology from Trakm8 to enhance the maintenance and management of its 250-vehicle rental fleet.
Targa Telematics secures direct fleet data link to Volkswagen brands
Targa Telematics has signed a deal with Volkswagen Group Info Services AG that gives it a direct data link to Volkswagen brands.
New emergency vehicles join Magpas Air Ambulance fleet
Magpas Air Ambulance has added new vehicles to its rapid response fleet in line with rising demand for its lifesaving services.
New car market falls again as fleet registrations drop
The new car market fell 2.5% in January as both fleet and private buyer demand dropped amid weak economic confidence.
Embrace AI technology to thrive in 2025, leasecos told
Leasing and fleet management companies should embrace digital transformation or face the consequences of rapidly increasing de-fleet costs, according to Pave.
Raise Expensive Car Supplement threshold for EVs to £60k, government urged
Alphabet is calling on the Government to raise the current Expensive Car Supplement (ECS) threshold for electric vehicles as it warns that the current level hamstrings … Read More »
Octopus EV selects Dealer Auction as remarketing partner
EV-only leasing firm Octopus Electric Vehicles has signed up Dealer Auction to create a digital marketplace for its used electric vehicles.
Excel signs up Ouno ride-hailing platform as official executive transfer partner
Excel London has enhanced its visitor offering under a new partnership with ride-hailing platform Ouno.
FleetEV launches salary sacrifice platform
Electric vehicle solutions specialist FleetEV has launched an in-house technology platform specifically designed to support salary sacrifice schemes for SMEs and the public sector.
