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Mike Thompson appointed chief operating officer at Leasing Options
Leasing Options has appointed Mike Thompson as its new chief operating officer.
50 new charging points a day needed to hit EV targets
The exponential growth of the UK electric vehicle market requires 40 to 50 charge points to be installed per day between now and 2035 to meet … Read More »
SSE and Jedlix team up to solve grid balancing challenges and reward EV customers
A new smart charging partnership between energy company SSE and Netherlands firm Jedlix will help tackle challenges with balancing the grid while benefiting EV drivers with … Read More »
Core concepts for fleets adopting EVs: The industry advice
A recent webinar outling the findings from the AA’s and Rivus Fleet Solutions’ Operational Fleet Insight Report provided some compelling advice on EV adoption for fleets. … Read More »
EVs and hybrids now most in-demand used cars, reveals Aston Barclay
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric has topped Aston Barclay’s Used Car Desirability Index for October, reflecting buyers’ increasing desire for used EVs.
Oxfordshire charging plan could provide blueprint for rest of UK
A new project to raise funding for 280 charging points across Oxfordshire has launched, potentially providing a blueprint for the rest of the UK.
Drivers back council-run EV charging network
A government proposal for local authorities to be responsible for planning and delivering an electric vehicle infrastructure has received the backing of drivers in a new … Read More »
2022 Kia Ceed: Prices and specs revealed
Kia has announced pricing and specifications for the updated Ceed model family, which introduces significant styling upgrades and latest connectivity and convenience tech for the 2022 … Read More »
Cazoo expands into commercial vehicle sales with Vans365 buy
Online car retailer Cazoo has agreed a deal to acquire Vans365 for £6.5m in cash, marking its expansion into commercial vehicle sales.
FMG launches new and enhanced Risk Solution
FMG has launched its new Risk Solution tool to help businesses take control of road risk and help improve driver safety.
Ford transforms Halewood into major EV plant under £230m investment
Ford is investing £230m to transform its Halewood, Merseyside site into a components plant for its future electric vehicles.
New AFP guide to help businesses create formal mobility policy
A new guide that can help businesses create a roadmap towards adopting a recognised mobility policy is now available from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Petrol price hits near record high
The average price of unleaded in the UK has hit a near record high, leading to calls for a VAT cut.
London’s 2030 EV Infrastructure Strategy to ‘unlock’ public sector land for charge points
Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has pledged to “unlock” land owned by the Greater London Authority Group and London boroughs to locate around 1,000 rapid charge … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Tesla Model Y electric SUV goes on sale in UK
Tesla’s Model Y compact all-electric SUV has gone on sale in the UK, bringing a rival to models such as the BMW iX3 and Mercedes-Benz EQC.
EV range optimisation tech scores £400,000 Innovate UK grant
New Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) technology that could bring accurate range prediction and optimised energy efficiency has been awarded a £400,000 Innovate UK grant.
Hydrogen Renault Master van prototype revealed with 311-mile range
A Renault Master Van H2-Tech prototype that offers up to a 500km (311-mile) range has been revealed by the Hyvia joint venture set up earlier this … Read More »
VMS Fleet Management expands electric van fleet with Maxus deal
VMS Fleet Management has taken delivery of its 1,000th commercial vehicle from Maxus, expanding its electric fleet to help customers make the switch.
Win prizes and grants for best ideas on future road solutions
Prizes and grants are up for grabs in a competition to find the best vision of how to ensure our roads work for us all over … Read More »
Addison Lee to recruit 1,000 new drivers as demand for transport surges
Addison Lee is recruiting 1,000 extra minicab drivers to meet growing demand for its services in London.
Pioneering new ideas on EV charging awarded in OS hackathon
New innovations that could tackle key obstacles in EV charging for drivers, fleets and local authorities have been awarded in a two-day ‘hackathon’ run by Ordnance … Read More »
Enterprise’s Khaled Shahbo moves to become head of European operations
Khaled Shahbo, senior vice president for the UK and Ireland at Enterprise Holdings, has moved to become senior vice president for Europe.
Ocado deploys more BEDEO electric refrigerated vans
Ocado Retail has expanded its electric vehicle fleet further with the addition of extra refrigerated vans powered by BEDEO technology.
Fleet MOT demand remains normal in September despite feared ‘flood’
Fleet MOT patterns are back to normal and did not spike in September, despite warnings of a “flood” of demand.
New EV fleet hub launches on AFP website with help of Nissan
A new electric vehicle hub that will support fleet operators through the process of electrification is now available on the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) website.
Radius Telematics launches wireless GPS asset trackers
Radius Telematics is launching a range of GPS asset trackers to help tackle the 45% growth rate in business vehicle and asset theft over the past … Read More »
Europcar launches new Duoflex vehicle subscription service for fleets
Europcar Mobility Group UK has launched a new vehicle subscription service, including both cars and vans and with a one-month minimum contract.
Ford Focus updated with latest infotainment and upgraded connectivity
Ford has overhauled its Focus C-segment challenger for 2022, bringing upgraded infotainment and connectivity, along with design and powertrain updates.
The ‘cusp of a real revolution’: Key EV findings in AA/Rivus report
Attitudes and perceptions of electric vehicle and awareness of their benefits are showing a major step change among operational fleets, according to latest research from the … Read More »
