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Skoda Elroq electric compact SUV to deliver 360-mile range
Škoda’s Elroq has entered the electric compact SUV fray, delivering a highly competitive proposition for fleets.
Nexus unveils new brand and strategic direction
Nexus has relaunched with a new brand and a refreshed look to highlight its continued investment in technology-led innovation.
Drivetech debuts data aggregation platform to help fleets cut risk
Drivetech has launched a fleet data aggregation platform designed to significantly reduce vehicle and driver risk.
Eurocell chooses Trakm8 to drive van safety and efficiency
Eurocell is rolling out Trakm8 telematics devices across its 266-strong van fleet to give a comprehensive 360-degree view of vehicles and drivers.
Leasys UK launches accident management and fleet safety services
Leasys UK has partnered with FMG to provide accident management and fleet safety services to its corporate customers.
Zenith appoints Richard Jones as new CEO
Former MotoNovo MD Richard Jones is joining Zenith as its group chief executive officer (CEO), subject to FCA approval.
Licence Check integrates driver app with DAVIS Fleet for greater fleet control
Licence Check has integrated its Driver App with its fleet management solution, DAVIS Fleet, for greater fleet control and functionality.
First images of Renault 4 E-Tech 100% electric revealed
Renault has unveiled details of the Renault 4 E-Tech 100% electric’s exterior, in the buildup to its reveal during the Paris Motor Show on 14 October.
All-new Subaru Forester announced for the UK
Subaru has released details of the all-new Forester, which is set to be launched into the UK market in spring 2025.
Vauxhall starts UK fleet trials of hydrogen vans
The first fleet trials of the Vauxhall Vivaro Hydrogen are now underway ahead of the arrival of the Movano Hydrogen later this year.
Driving for Better Business’s free monthly guides to keep fleets compliant
Driving for Better Business, the National Highways business engagement programme, has launched a series of free monthly resources to help fleets ensure driver and vehicle compliance.
AFP to launch fleet intelligence consultancy service
A new consultancy service providing dedicated fleet expertise is launching from the Association of Fleet Professionals later this year.
BVRLA appoints Toby Poston as new chief executive
The BVRLA has appointed Toby Poston as its next chief executive after Gerry Keaney retires at the end of the year.
Kia Charge grows network to 800,000+ charging points
The Kia Charge electric vehicle charging service has hit a new milestone of 800,000+ charging points across Europe.
Volkswagen Group to boost safety systems with real-world data
Volkswagen Group is enhancing its driver assistance systems with sensor and image data from customer vehicles and real-world traffic situations.
Pay-per-mile road pricing not on agenda, government confirms
The Government has dismissed reports of an imminent announcement on a pay-per-mile road pricing scheme, allaying driver and industry concerns.
Bespoke business driving training programme launches in Essex
The Safer Essex Roads Partnership (SERP) has launched its driver training programme to help employers reduce work-related road risk.
AA warns of phishing emails and takes steps to beat scammers
The AA has alerted consumers to a new phishing email from scammers that claims people have won an emergency car kit.
NFU Mutual appoints new fleet risk manager to lead growth
NFU Mutual has appointed a new fleet risk manager to help shape the commercial insurer’s fleet proposition and expand its current book.
Fleets, leasing and auto firms warned of GDPR obligations on deleting vehicle data
Fleets, leasing firms and automotive service firms have been reminded of their obligations on deleting data from vehicles under UK and EU GDPR regulations.
Used EV values rise in September after 24 months of decline, Cap HPI reports
Used electric car values rose 1% at the three-year mark in September, according to new figures from Cap HPI.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Hydrogen vans far more viable under 2030 hybrid extension, says FleetCheck
Government plans to allow hybrids to stay on sale until 2035 creates a potential “window of opportunity” for hydrogen van technology to become more widely adopted, … Read More »
New ‘eye-snatching’ trend sees criminals rip out premium car headlights
An emerging theft trend known as ‘eye-snatching’ could see fleets and drivers with premium cars at risk of damage to headlight assemblies.
Government needs to ‘move fast and fix things’ to cut road deaths, Brake warns
Brake has urged the Government to extend its ‘move fast and fix things’ motto to road safety to urgently save lives.
Fleet trend for larger EVs skewing used market, VRA meeting hears
Fleet dominance of the new electric car market is skewing the used sector, impacting demand and values, delegates at the September Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) meeting … Read More »
Mercia Fleet Management launches EV subscription service
Mercia Fleet Management has introduced a new electric vehicle subscription service, designed to help corporate customers go electric at affordable prices while meeting short-term vehicle needs.
Co-Pilot marks launch with Driving for Better Business partnership
Co-Pilot, a newly launched networking platform for road safety professionals, is working with Driving for Better Business (DfBB) to further its work on eliminating death and … Read More »
UK road deaths fall 5% but concerns for seatbelt rates and pedestrian fatalities
Deaths on UK roads fell 5% last year but significant work is still needed to tackle fatality and casualty numbers.
Car output down 8% as OEMs transition to EVs
UK car production fell 8.4% in August in an ongoing trend that’s primarily due to model switchovers and the move to EVs.
