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Ford EV plans central to new emissions reduction goals
Ford has set interim greenhouse gas emission goals, intended to help the company achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 and including its targets on vehicle electrification.
Drivers of all ages should have regular medical checks, says GEM
The UK’s focus on age-based self-certification should be replaced by regular medical examinations for drivers of all ages, according to GEM.
Škoda range now available on VWFS’s online PCH scheme
Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has expanded its VWFS DRIVE online car leasing platform to now include Škoda.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Aston Barclay starts return to physical sales under new hybrid approach
Aston Barclay is to start welcoming back physical buyers to some sales while continuing all auctions online.
Rivus owner Aurelius acquires AutoRestore to expand fleet management services
Asset management group Aurelius, parent firm of Rivus and Pullman fleet services, is to acquire mobile accident body repair services firm AutoRestore from Belron.
Eaton to help fleets maximise EV charging following Green Motion buy
American-Irish power management firm Eaton is working to help companies and fleets maximise the number of EV chargers they can have onsite following its buyout of … Read More »
EV Fleet World reveals the FuelProof EV
With range anxiety still proving a major barrier to electric vehicle adoption, EV Fleet World has revealed a new solution – the FuelProof EV.
Daimler to step up pace on shift to electric mobility
Daimler has said it will accelerate its work on shifting to electric mobility as it revealed better-than-expected results for 2020.
UK pothole repair bill remains over £10bn
The Government is being urged to take a longer-term approach to local road maintenance funding as new research finds the one-off cost of getting local roads … Read More »
Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust deploys Toyota hybrids
Epsom and St Helier NHS Trust has taken delivery of 24 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports to support its hospital operations.
Advisory electric rate short-changing EV drivers on charging costs
The Government’s current advisory electricity rate (AER) of 4p per mile is leaving many electric vehicle drivers out of pocket on charging costs and needs to … Read More »
Volkswagen Taigo compact coupé-SUV due end of 2021
Volkswagen has previewed its Taigo compact coupé-SUV, which arrives in Europe at the end of the year.
BP joins BMW and Daimler charging software venture
BMW Group and Daimler Mobility have added BP as a third shareholder to their digital charging software business, further expanding their charge point networks for EV … Read More »
Drivers hitting average of 11 potholes per month
The cost of pothole damage is rising despite a drop in mileage during lockdown, with drivers reporting worse conditions.
BVRLA rolls out market insight programme to support recovery
The BVRLA is partnering with some of the fleet sector’s leading research and data providers for a new comprehensive market insight programme to support its members.
Bulb app provides full energy solution for EV drivers
Bulb Energy is launching a new app that will provide EV drivers with 100% renewable electricity, cheaper charging at night and tools to make sure their … Read More »
AFP announces date for next ‘Making the Switch to EVs’ course
The AFP is planning to host further sessions of its dedicated EV training programme on the back of a highly successful first course.
BMW cuts i3 and i3s pricing to remain grant-eligible
BMW has cut the prices for the i3 and i3s to ensure that customers can continue to benefit from the Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG).
Kia EV6 electric crossover to boast 316-mile range
Kia has revealed details of its EV6 electric crossover, which will offer a 316-mile (510km) range and 800V ultra-fast charging.
New Uber Green service allows drivers to book EV rides in London
Uber riders in London now have the option of choosing to travel in a fully electric vehicle under the new Uber Green service.
UK fleet sector has greatest potential to adopt EVs in Europe
The UK has the greatest potential to go electric in Europe, with more than two-thirds of business cars and light commercial vehicles able to be switched … Read More »
Fleet Supplier of the Week: Rearguards
Rearguards has taken Fleet World’s Supplier of the Week title for its work to cut fleet costs and even vehicle downtime with its range of bumper … Read More »
Hydrogen car lesson pack supports schools in lockdown
Teaching resources covering hydrogen and fuel cell vehicle technology have been downloaded more than 31,000 times, supporting schools and colleges in lockdown.
AFP to launch Tax Manifesto at new webinar
A new document outlining to the Government where fleet and mobility taxation needs overhauling is to launch at a webinar next month.
Highways England to revitalise concrete roads under five-year programme
Highways England has announced two contracts worth £285m to upgrade the concrete surface of roads across the country.
Kwik Fit to offer discounted MOTs throughout April
Kwik Fit is marking the 50th anniversary of its first centre opening with an offer for discounted MOTs.
Remarketing sector discusses showrooms reopening in new VRA guide
The impact of the reopening of dealer showrooms in April has come under focus in the first of a new series of commentary documents from the … Read More »
Government pledges over £30m for EV battery development and hydrogen vehicles
Projects to support electric vehicle battery development and hydrogen vehicles in the UK are to get off the ground with the help of multi-million pound government … Read More »
Amazon Web Services and ABB to develop real-time EV fleet management platform
Amazon Web Services (AWS) has teamed up with global tech firm ABB to develop a new cloud-based digital solution for the real-time fleet management of electric … Read More »
