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Audi reveals electric extreme offroad concept
Audi has showcased its Q6 e-tron offroad concept, giving a “taste of a potential vehicle in the progressive off-road segment”.
Autohorn hits rental landmark in first year of independent operation
Autohorn Car and Van Rental has reported a successful first year of independent operations and laid out its plans for 2025.
Polestar Energy launches in UK with compelling charging offer
The Polestar Energy charging initiative is now fully live in the UK, offering customers smarter, more efficient and cheaper home charging.
TfL celebrates 25 years of transport advancement
Transport for London (TfL) is marking its 25th anniversary by celebrating the landmark achievements since it started transforming the capital’s transport network.
Strong start to 2025 for used car and van markets, says NAMA
The used car and van markets are demonstrating strong and promising signs for the new year, according to the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).
AFV sales soared 65% in 2024 on Dealer Auction
Trade-to-trade sales of alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs) on the Dealer Auction platform jumped by 64.9% in 2024.
Nearly three-quarters of UK’s recalled cars still on roads without repairs
More than seven in 10 (72%) of recalled cars in the UK remain on the roads with unresolved problems or unknown statuses.
Clean Air Zone in Greater Manchester scrapped
Plans for a charging Clean Air Zone in Greater Manchester have finally been scrapped, ensuring drivers in the county won’t face additional charges.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Interview: Jonny Miller of Genesis reveals his Fleet15
Jonny Miller, brand director, Genesis Motor UK, on his proudest career moment and prepping for the Genesis Scottish Open this year.
Renault 5 crowned What Car? Car of the Year
The Renault 5 has taken the crown at the annual What Car? Car of the Year Awards.
Overhauled Tesla Model Y now available to order
Tesla’s majorly revamped Model Y is now available to order in the UK, complete with enhanced efficiency, refinement, quality and range.
Consultation explores major change to MOT tests for Northern Ireland
A consultation seeking views on changing MOT test frequencies from one year to two years for some private cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles is now … Read More »
Aston Barclay shuts Leeds auction site in new sales programme
Aston Barclay is closing its Leeds auction site and positioning Donington Park as its hub for commercial vehicles as part of a new sales programme.
Northgate unveils new asset tracking solution
Northgate Vehicle Hire has launched an asset tracking and management solution to protect businesses from misuse and theft while also giving greater peace of mind.
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions bolsters remarketing team
Experienced vehicle remarketing expert Jon-Paul (JP) Paviour has joined the team at Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA).
Motor Auction Group to open £5m LCV auction site in the north
Motor Auction Group (MAG) is investing £5m in a new dedicated five-acre LCV centre in Goole, Yorkshire, on the back of a big increase in LCV … Read More »
More affordable EVs and wider choice help drive record year at Fleet Evolution
More affordable electric cars, along with a wider choice of models and the continued availability of plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) helped Fleet Evolution achieve a record year … Read More »
Price gap between EVs and ICE vehicles falls
Greater price parity between electric cars and petrol/diesel is helping to drive EV demand as models become more accessible and affordable.
Battery-buffered DC chargers could supercharge fleet electric van uptake
Battery-buffered DC chargers could play a critical role in supercharging fleet electric van uptake by slashing EV charger deployment time and costs.
Samsara gets direct telematics link to Stellantis brands
Samsara has expanded its strategic collaboration with Stellantis, enabling seamless hardware-free access to vehicle telematics data for fleets.
Kia springboards UK electric vans launch with new Professional Business Vans brand
Kia is breaking into the UK LCV sector with a new “and disruptive” electric van business and UK-wide van centre launch from this spring.
Škoda Superb SportLine on sale with enhanced dynamics and up to 265hp
Škoda’s latest-generation Superb is now available in SportLine guise, kitted out with athletic looks and bespoke dynamics.
Half of drivers fail roadside drug tests in growing drug-driving epidemic
One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving are failing roadside drug tests, prompting calls to tackle a growing epidemic.
Kempower and Mobilize to launch EV ultra-fast charging network in France
Kempower, the Finnish DC charging manufacturer, is partnering with the Renault Group’s Mobilize mobility brand to roll out a network of ultra-fast EV charging stations across … Read More »
Senior management changes at Lightfoot amid European expansion
Fleet technology specialist Lightfoot has unveiled changes to its senior management structure, paving the way for European expansion.
Electric buggy fleet now available to hire in London borough
A fleet of pay-as-you-go electric buggies is now available to hire on the streets of Hammersmith & Fulham, marking a UK first.
DfT holds firm on 2030 ICE ban and ZEV mandate | Ultra-rapid charger goal nears
The Department for Transport (DfT) has said that it’s sticking to its guns on plans to phase out cars solely powered by internal combustion engines (ICE) … Read More »
Drivers urged to have their say on EV future in flash survey
EVA England, the dedicated EV drivers’ association, has launched a flash survey asking all drivers to help identify the remaining barriers to widespread EV uptake in the … Read More »
UK car industry met ZEV mandate last year, analysis reveals
All car manufacturers have successfully complied with the UK’s electric car sales mandate for 2024, new research finds.
