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Fuel prices shoot up for fourth month running
Petrol and diesel pump prices have jumped for the fourth straight month on the back of spiking oil prices.
Government rules out graduated licensing for young drivers
The Government has said it has no plans to implement a graduated driver licensing system for young drivers despite calls from road safety stakeholders and bereaved … Read More »
Audi ditches separate naming strategy for EVs and ICE
Audi has jettisoned plans to give its electric and internal combustion-powered cars separate model names following customer feedback.
National Grid installs in-vehicle power system on EV fleet
National Grid Electricity Distribution (NGED) is rolling out in-vehicle power technology on its fleet to cut emissions and enable the switch to electric vehicles.
NAMA forms training and education committee
The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) has formed a Training and Education committee to manage and steer new member initiatives and provide training and education.
Polestar 4 electric SUV-coupé now available on Europcar fleet
The fully electric Polestar 4 is now available on Europcar Mobility Group UK’s fleet in a claimed market first for the UK rental sector.
Allstar rewards EV fleets with charging discounts in new initiative
Allstar is working with charge point operators (CPOs) to keep charging costs down for EV fleets.
Chinese EV brands could tempt sceptic Europeans with just a 10% price reduction
Established car manufacturers must “keep looking over their shoulders” as sentiment for Chinese auto brands grows among new car buyers.
Farage’s anti-EV stance is boosting support for green vehicles, research suggests
Nigel Farage’s anti-EV campaigning may actually be driving up public support for greener vehicles, new research finds.
Second life for EV batteries could help solve residual value challenges
Giving electric vehicle batteries a second life could solve serious issues with falling vehicle residual values (RVs), according to one firm.
Over 20m EVs to be sold globally in 2025, experts predict
The global EV market will achieve another year of growth in 2025, with plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales up 18% to more than … Read More »
Vauxhall names interim MD as James Taylor departs
Vauxhall has appointed a temporary boss as it announces the departure of managing director James Taylor.
Citroën opens orders for budget-friendly C3 Aircross and ë-C3 Aircross
The new Citroën C3 Aircross is now available to order, offering petrol, mild hybrid or electric options, up to seven seats and budget-friendly pricing.
Welsh 20mph speed limit cuts road casualties in first year
A controversial 20mph speed limit in Wales has cut road collisions and casualties in its first year, new statistics indicate.
AI cameras trialled in South West to detect drink- and drug-drivers
‘World-first’ cameras that use AI to detect impaired drivers have been trialled in Devon and Cornwall.
Howden Corporate & Commercial division inks accident management deal with Auxillis
Howden UK&I, part of one of the largest insurance groups in the world, has appointed Auxillis to provide claims management for its Corporate & Commercial division.
AA Business Services launches Digital Claims Assistant
AA Business Services has launched a new digital claims reporting solution to help fleets make critical time and cost savings.
DKV Mobility app now compatible with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
The DKV Mobility app now supports Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, enabling direct use of the app in vehicles’ infotainment systems.
Vauxhall partners with Jolt for month-long free on-street charging offer
Drivers of Vauxhall electric and plug-in hybrid cars and vans can benefit from free on-street charging for the next month under a new offer.
Fleet team at Broad Oak reclaims 12 weeks annually with new software
The fleet team at Broad Oak Property has reported a major time saving after adopting software from FleetCheck.
Applegreen completes sale of UK petrol forecourt and fuel cards business
EG On The Move has closed its acquisition of the Applegreen UK petrol forecourt and fuel card business, powering plans to create a fuel retail “powerhouse”.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
BMW boosts i5 range and adds faster charging for PHEVs
BMW is rolling out a major package of updates across its line-up from the spring, boosting range, performance and functionality.
Price parity now commonplace on many used BEV and ICE cars
Retail prices of used battery electric cars (BEVs) showed signs of recovery in early 2025, supported by increasing signs of price parity with ICE cars.
One car stolen every 8.5 minutes in 2024
The UK’s most stolen cars of 2024 have been revealed as new data shows a staggering 61,343 vehicle thefts were reported last year.
Car dealers want stronger EV support and hybrids on sale past 2030
UK car dealers have stressed the need for more government support for EVs and the continued benefits of hybrids beyond 2030 amid a pessimistic market outlook.
BYD is now UK’s fastest-growing car brand after 658% sales rise
BYD is continuing its meteoric rise in the UK with soaring sales and public brand recognition.
Used car market shows big improvement in January, Cap HPI reports
The used market in January recorded a significant improvement compared to December, Cap HPI has reported, with demand increasing as the month progressed.
LCV Group sold to Global Vans to create Global Vehicle Group
Global Vans has acquired car and van leasing broker the LCV Group from Crownhawk Properties for an undisclosed sum.
Genesis to axe ICE-powered models and go EV-only
Genesis is dropping all petrol- and diesel-powered models and transforming to a fully electrified brand in 2025.
