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Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Changes in buying behaviour drive vehicle movement demand
The rise of online selling and changes in demand for vehicles are leading to a growing need for sophisticated vehicle movement solutions.
Driver warnings issued from RAC, Met Office and National Highways
Drivers are being reminded to stay off the roads unless their journey is essential as Storm Eunice hits the UK.
Lack of rapid and ultra-rapid chargers derailing switch to electric vehicles
The sluggish roll-out of truly rapid public charge points is hampering drivers’ switch to electric vehicles, and could derail EV adoption.
Give tax break to EV drivers without off-street parking, says AA
The AA has called for a tax break for EV drivers without off-street parking to ensure a more democratic approach to charging.
Carbon-neutral leasing scheme helps fleets offset 5,200 tonnes of CO2
Fleet operators and consumers offset more than 5,200 tonnes of carbon in the last 12 months with the help of a carbon-neutral leasing scheme from Sogo.
Van Guard’s UltiLock hooklock gains Secured by Design accreditation
Van Guard Accessories’ hooklock has attained product accreditation from Secured by Design; a police-preferred specification.
Major work needed to ensure fit-for-purpose EV charging infrastructure, finds Which?
Significant work is needed to address consumers’ concerns about switching to EVs and ensure that user-friendly infrastructure is in place to support them when they do, … Read More »
Drivers urged to delay trips tomorrow as Storm Eunice arrives
Drivers are being warned not to travel tomorrow unless it’s essential as Storm Eunice lands on UK shores.
UK on shortlist for Eurocell EV battery gigafactory
Anglo-Korean battery manufacturer Eurocell is to build a gigafactory in Western Europe, supplying ‘production-ready’ EV batteries in just 12 months.
Shell Recharge network passes 10,000 charging connections milestone
Shell Recharge Solutions, previously known as NewMotion, has reached a major milestone as its UK public charging network exceeds 10,000 charging connections.
ServCity robotaxi mobility project goes live in London with electric Nissan Leaf
A new three-year autonomous mobility service research project has gone live on the streets of London, supported by a modified Nissan Leaf electric car.
EV-incentivised fleet policy lures cash takers back to company cars
Hexagon UK, a leading provider of sensors and digital reality technologies, is seeing high numbers of company car drivers and former cash takers go electric thanks … Read More »
Trakm8 launches self-fit telematics solution for grey fleets
Trakm8 has launched a new self-install telematics solution, designed to boost productivity for businesses with grey fleet or shared vehicles.
InstaVolt network to exceed 1,000 rapid chargers by summer
EV charge point network InstaVolt says it’s on track to become the largest owner-operated rapid charging network later this year, boosted by rapid rollout.
Latest electric vehicle insights in new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine
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.
Mazda2 Hybrid prices and specifications revealed
Mazda has announced pricing and specification for its new Mazda2 Hybrid, which is available to order now.
Interview: Nissan fleet director Csaba Vincze on his ‘Fleet 15’
Csaba Vincze, fleet director, Nissan, answers our Fleet 15 questions.
Registrations open for Great British Fleet Event 2022
Fleet decision-makers can now sign up to attend this year’s Great British Fleet Event – providing an unmissable way to catch up with the latest developments … Read More »
UK car sector calls for charge point mandate and independent watchdog
The UK automotive industry has issued a call for an electric vehicle charge point mandate to be implemented, governed by an independent regulator to ensure the … Read More »
Fiat Ducato scoops world-first platinum rating in Euro NCAP safest vans list
Euro NCAP has revealed its 2022 list of the safest commercial vans available on the European market, topped by the Fiat Ducato.
Cutting emissions for grey fleet to prove major challenge, says AFP
Making grey fleet operations low-carbon will prove a major challenge over the next few years as operators look to go zero-emission.
TomTom and Webfleet partner on integrated telematics and navigation app for drivers
Telematics giant Webfleet Solutions has partnered with navigation specialist TomTom to launch a new all-in-one solution for both professional drivers and fleets to help deal with … Read More »
ViSN platform to cut fleet repair times with new data integration
Digital Innk has enhanced its new ViSN fleet management platform with integrated HaynesPro OE SMR data to provide an automatic authorisation tool.
Maxus appoints fleet and EV specialist to UK team
Fleet and EV specialist Chris Adams has joined Harris Maxus as dealer development manager, supporting its growing dealer network in the London and Eastern regions.
Fully electric Maxus eDeliver9 converted to welfare van in UK-first
A first-of-its-kind Maxus eDeliver9 welfare van has debuted in the UK market, combining fully electric motoring and standard welfare features.
Order books open for more upmarket Citroën C5 Aircross
Citroën’s updated C5 Aircross family SUV is now available to order, introducing bolder styling and a more premium approach.
Vauxhall reveals prices and specs for new-gen Astra Sports Tourer
Vauxhall has announced pricing and specification for its new-gen Astra Sports Tourer – including the model’s first-ever plug-in hybrid.
Spotlight: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
John Challen explore the new Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer and its main attractions for fleets.
Comment: Autonomous vehicle law changes and how this will affect fleets
Ian Evans, partner at debt and loss recovery business Corclaim, outlines the findings of the Law Commission’s final recommendations for AV law changes and looks at … Read More »
