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ZEV mandate “flexibilities” won’t encourage van fleets to electrify, warns AFP
Any government help offered to the motor industry to help hit future ZEV mandate targets should consider electric van demand as well as supply to spur … Read More »
Save the date: Details confirmed for 2025 Great British Fleet Event
Fleet World’s Great British Fleet Event is returning for 2025 with an all-encompassing line-up for visitors and exhibitors alike.
Government pledges to work ‘constructively’ with automakers on EV transition
Cabinet ministers have said they will work with the automotive sector to help support the UK’s transition to EVs in a move that’s expected to lead … Read More »
FMG Repair Services appoints new operations director
FMG Repair Services has promoted Kris Hurd to the role of operations director (bodyshops).
Van driver ‘McIdling’ could cost fleets hundreds of pounds a year
Drivers who stop for lunch during their working day and leave their engines running – dubbed ‘McIdling’ – could be racking up hundreds of pounds a … Read More »
ZEV mandate rethink should consider electric van demand as well as supply, says AFP
Any government help offered to the motor industry to help hit future ZEV mandate targets should consider electric van demand as well as supply to spur … Read More »
Pothole damage claims double but 74% of councils refuse to pay out
Pothole damage claims more than doubled in 2023 but the vast majority are contested by councils and are unsuccessful.
Deer strikes up 42% in three years, AA data shows
Collisions involving deer have increased 42% since the 2021 rutting season, new data from AA Accident Assist reveals.
Kia Soul EV bows out after a decade of UK sales
Kia is retiring the Soul EV following a decade of sales in the UK, making way for its new wave of electric cars.
Ford to cut 4,000 jobs in Europe amid slow consumer EV demand
Ford is planning to axe 4,000 jobs across Europe as it warns of concerns over the “health” of its passenger vehicle business in the region.
Christmas drink-driving awareness campaign targets young men
The Government has launched a new Think! campaign to shift attitudes around drink-driving ahead of Christmas.
Co-op to share key fleet charging insights in free EV webinar
Rob Clabon, contract manager for EV charge points at Co-op Food and Funeralcare, is the latest speaker to join the expert line-up for next week’s webinar … Read More »
Maxus eTerron 9 electric AWD pickup premieres in UK
The UK’s first midsize electric pickup with all-wheel drive has premiered at the Liverpool HQ of distributor Harris Maxus.
GridBeyond to evolve battery storage offerings with EV charging projects
Dublin startup GridBeyond and Triodos Energy Transition Europe Fund are expanding their GridBeyond Storage joint venture into new areas that include EV charging projects.
Monta integrates with Tesla Wall Connector for home charging reimbursement
Monta, the Danish operating platform for charging devices, is now able to offer Tesla EV home charging reimbursement for corporate fleets across Europe.
EV subscriptions can help control rising fleet costs, says Mercia
‘Flexing’ to electric vehicles via subscription could help introduce an element of control for fleets cost at an inflationary time while also helping slash rental costs … Read More »
Jaguar resets as ultra-luxury EV brand with new identity debut
Jaguar has showcased its new brand identity and logo as it embarks on a new era.
Renault 5 retro electric hatch to start from £22,295
The eagerly anticipated Renault 5 electric hatch is just weeks away from opening for orders, priced from £22,995.
Volkswagen launches lower-price ID.3, ID.5 and sporty ID.4, ID.5 GTX Editions
Volkswagen has introduced new and enhanced trim levels for its range of ID. electric cars, delivering enhanced value along with a new entry-level battery for some … Read More »
EV barriers fall but fleet resistance to switch rises, Europcar research finds
Fleet resistance to the electric vehicle switch rose from Q2 to Q3 despite a fallback in barriers to EV adoption.
First Bus to charge Centrica EVs at nationwide depots
Centrica has secured access to First Bus’ rapid EV charging infrastructure at bus depots nationwide, supporting its EV fleet rollout.
Holman slashes average fleet downtime to all-time low of 2.24 days
Holman has cut its already industry-leading average downtime by a further 1.5 days to just 2.24 days for fleet customer repairs.
Government urged to focus on electric van incentives in any ZEV mandate rethink
Vans need to be at the centre of the reported government rethink on the Zero Emissions Vehicle (ZEV) mandate, backed by a range of eLCV incentives … Read More »
Targa Telematics launches saturation analysis to optimise car sharing fleets
Targa Telematics has introduced a new saturation analysis function that could save car sharing fleets hundreds of thousands of pounds through optimised operations.
AA simplifies charging reimbursement for its EV drivers with Rightcharge solution
The AA is streamlining its transition to electric vehicles with the help of Rightcharge’s public and home charging solution.
New saturation analysis from Targa Telematics could slash car sharing fleet costs
Targa Telematics has introduced a new saturation analysis function that could save car sharing fleets hundreds of thousands of pounds through optimised operations.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Scenic E-Tech
Nat Barnes takes delivery of our new Renault Scenic E-Tech fully electric SUV.
Brake launches Road Victims’ Charter as Road Safety Week 2024 starts
Brake is marking the start of Road Safety Week 2024 by launching a Road Victims’ Charter which demands essential action for road victims.
Herd Group restructures board for aggressive growth targets
Herd Group has enhanced its board structure to support its aggressive growth targets over the next five years.
ZEV mandate targets won’t be relaxed, says government
The Government has said it’s open to working with vehicle makers on the ZEV mandate but won’t relax the sales targets, despite warnings from the auto … Read More »
