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EV startup Volta Trucks files for bankruptcy
Electric vehicle startup Volta Trucks has said it’s planning to file for bankruptcy after the collapse of a supplier.
Nissan reinvents the business MPV with third EV concept for Tokyo
Nissan has revealed its vision for the business MPV of the future with its third concept for the upcoming Japan Mobility Show.
Supplier of the Week: Astrata Europe
Astrata Europe has been named as Fleet World’s Supplier of the Week for its work to protect valuable and temperature-sensitive cargo.
Moto and Gridserve unveil first ultra-rapid charging hub in Scotland
Motorway services operator Moto and sustainable energy company Gridserve are launching their first ultra-rapid electric vehicle charging hub in Scotland.
West Midlands Gigafactory in talks with Asian battery manufacturers
The West Midlands Gigafactory joint venture has confirmed that it is in advanced discussions with several leading Asian battery manufacturers about future investment at the Coventry … Read More »
Xtrac opts for Fleet Alliance EV salary sacrifice scheme
Xtrac, a supplier of high-performance transmissions for top-level motorsport and high-performance automotive applications, has extended its range of employee benefits with an EV salary sacrifice scheme … Read More »
Omada reveals electric range for upcoming 5 SUV
Chinese newcomer Omada has revealed its incoming 5 SUV will have a range of 280 miles for the electric variant.
Kia to open new state-of-the-art training academy in Derby
Kia UK Limited is poised to open a new cutting-edge training centre – the Kia Academy – in Derby. Scheduled for completion by year end 2023, … Read More »
AFP to hold its first ever MemberExpo
The first expo held by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has been announced for 22 November at the Hilton DoubleTree hotel in Milton Keynes.
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan unveils new global mobility brand
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan has unveiled Ayvens, its new global mobility brand, which unites the two companies together under a single common identity, launching in the … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Will 2030 ICE ban delay put brakes on fleet decarbonisation?
The Government’s five-year pushback on the 2030 new car and van fossil fuel ban is back in the spotlight as two new pieces of research look … Read More »
Used car age and mileage rise on back of arrival of older ex-fleet cars
Used car average age and mileage is rising as older ex-fleet and dealer part-exchanges “flush” through in higher volumes to the used market.
Lexus LBX hybrid crossover on sale with £29,995 price tag
Lexus has opened full order books for its new LBX hybrid crossover, priced from £29,995.
Cox Automotive recruits Craig Bithray to lead Manheim Vehicle Services
Cox Automotive has appointed Craig Bithray as operations director of its Manheim Vehicle Services brand.
Vital EV installs UK’s ‘fastest’ EV chargers at UTAC Millbrook
Vital EV has installed liquid-cooled 400kW Kempower satellite chargers at the Millbrook testing facility in Bedfordshire.
BVRLA fleet achieves green growth despite EV value challenges
The BVRLA leasing fleet has returned to levels last seen in 2018, despite growing concerns over used electric vehicle values in a consistently volatile market.
Council parking revenues ‘close in on £1bn cash haul’, reports AA
Council income from parking during the last financial year exceeded pre-covid levels, closing in on a £1bn cash haul, according to the AA.
Targa Telematics scoops Frost & Sullivan’s best practices award
Frost & Sullivan has awarded Targa Telematics its 2023 European Company of the Year best practices award for telematics connectivity.
Arval inks European EV leasing deal with Chinese carmaker Zeekr
Chinese EV brand Zeekr is teaming up with BNP Paribas Personal Finance and Arval in Europe to offer electric car insurance and financing in Europe.
Škoda Enyaq boosted with extra range, power and equipment
Škoda’s Enyaq all-electric SUV is being revamped for the 2024 model year with a major package of engineering, design and specification enhancements.
2024 Toyota C-HR: Prices and specs revealed
Toyota’s revamped and restyled C-HR crossover is on sale now, priced from £31,290.
Over half of van fleets would consider sharing their chargers, finds AFP
Almost six out of 10 van fleets (58%) would consider sharing their charging infrastructure to help others go electric, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has … Read More »
Osprey Charging opens 300kW ultra-rapid hub at Bedford’s Brewpoint brewery
Osprey Charging has installed a hub of eight 300kW ultra-rapid EV chargers at the Brewpoint brewery, providing residents, businesses and visitors with easy access to EV … Read More »
Kia advances EV plans and line-up with reveal of EV5 and two concept models
Kia is significantly stepping up the pace on its electric stategy with the reveal of three EVs and new global plans at the brand’s first annual … Read More »
Ubitricity hits 10,000 charge point milestone and plans Shell Recharge rebrand
Ubitricity, which is wholly owned by Shell, has announced plans to rebrand its charge points as it reaches a new network milestone.
Select and Ovo partner to offer ‘6,000 free EV charging miles’
Electric vehicle drivers can benefit from 6,000 free electric vehicle charging miles under a new collaboration between Ovo and Select Car Leasing.
Vauxhall cuts Astra Electric and Mokka Electric entry prices with new Design trim
Vauxhall has introduced a new entry-level Design grade for the Astra Electric and Mokka Electric.
Bridgestone embraces electric era with EV-ready tyre portfolio
Bridgestone has confirmed all its newly engineered tyres will be ‘EV-ready’ across its entire product portfolio in the future – supporting the shift to electric.
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Comment: Time to rethink our on-street charging approach
Pending deadlines for the phase-out of fuel-burning cars and vans are perhaps a moment to stop and rethink approaches to on-street charging, says our man.