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‘Best of the best’ van operators championed at 2024 Logistics UK awards
Logistics UK has championed the “best of the best” van operators at its Van Awards 2024.
Hybrids likely to stay on sale after 2030, DfT confirms
New hybrid cars are likely to remain on sale as part of the reinstated 2030 ICE phase-out, the Government has said.
Ford confirms specs for all-new E-Transit Courier at IAA reveal
Ford has debuted the E-Transit Courier in Europe just weeks ahead of its official launch.
Kia debuts electric vans in Europe and gears for LCV market disruption
Kia’s range of purpose-built electric vehicles have made their European debut at the IAA show, showcasing the brand’s plans to disrupt the LCV market.
Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid pickup debuts at IAA 2024
Ford has debuted its Ranger PHEV at the IAA show in Hanover, blazing a trail for plug-in-hybrid pickups.
Renault previews new Master hydrogen van at IAA 2024
Renault Group has prefigured its forthcoming hydrogen-powered Master van at IAA 2024.
Renault Estafette reborn as urban electric van under Flexis joint venture
A new concept previewing a future urban electric van has gone on display at the IAA 2024 show in Hanover.
All-new Volkswagen Transporter unwrapped in full at IAA 2024
The all-new seventh-generation Volkswagen Transporter has made its global debut at IAA Transportation 2024, upping the game in every dimension.
Cardiff University shifts to new electric fleet
Cardiff University has introduced a raft of new electric vehicles, propelling its net zero emissions goals.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Kia inks electric van fleet solutions deal with Geotab and 42dot
Kia is teaming up with Geotab and 42dot to develop advanced fleet management solutions for its upcoming electric vans.
Government must act now to stabilise used EV values, says BVRLA
The Government must take action now to avoid further volatility in used electric vehicle values, the BVRLA has warned.
Peugeot 3008 gains plug-in hybrid with 52-mile electric range
Peugeot’s 3008 crossover is now available as a plug-in hybrid, providing a further fleet-friendly powertrain for drivers.
AA calls for 1,000 more ‘cops in cars’ to clamp down on careless driving
More ‘cops in cars’ are needed in England and Wales to clamp down on careless driving and wider crime, according to the AA.
Lexus offers free security upgrade with Tracker technology
Lexus is offering free vehicle tracking solutions for older vehicles in partnership with Tracker.
Logistics UK Virtual Transport Manager returns in November
Logistics UK is once again running a virtual version of its Transport Manager event, catering for those unable to attend the conference series in person.
Solar PV users able to power homes from electric cars in new trial
Solar panel customers can now their electric vehicle batteries to earn cash and power their home in a new trial.
Drivers beware: New text message parking scam now doing the rounds
Drivers are being warned to be on their guard as a new text message-based parking scam starts doing the rounds.
Repair skills crisis to impact adoption of electric vehicles, warns Thatcham
Thatcham Research is calling for an increase in the Apprenticeship Levy funding cap as it warns that a skills crisis in the vehicle repair sector could … Read More »
Skoda uplifts specs for Fabia, Scala and Kamiq
Škoda is boosting equipment across its Fabia, Scala and Kamiq ranges, delivering enhanced value for drivers.
Ruth Cadbury elected as chair of Transport Committee
Ruth Cadbury has been elected chair of the Transport Committee for the 2024 Parliament, following nominations and votes.
Carbon reduction still top concern for LCV fleets, reports Northgate
Carbon reduction remains the primary reason for LCV fleets considering a switch to electric vehicles, while charging and implementation concerns are lessening, Northgate has found.
EV giants launch new brand to inform drivers on electric vehicles
Octopus Electric Vehicles and the Fully Charged Show have teamed up to launch ‘Electric Vehicles UK’, a new group dedicated to providing the facts on EVs.
ScottishPower cuts charging costs for EV drivers with tariff add-on
ScottishPower has launched a new initiative to help EV drivers save money on home charging.
China becomes first country to sell over a million EVs in a month
China has broken records, becoming the first country to sell more than a million electric vehicles in a month.
FMG Repair Services appoints new managing director
FMG Repair Services has promoted operations director Paul Wrigglesworth to the role of managing director with immediate effect.
Kia EV3 to tempt ICE drivers over with ‘game-changing’ technologies
Kia has revealed further details of its upcoming EV3 compact all-electric SUV, which arrives later this year.
Rise of ‘Cuba syndrome’ older vehicles on fleets brings new pain points for operators
A shift among fleets to running older vehicles, dubbed ‘Cuba syndrome’, is requiring new processes and more exacting use of data, according to FleetCheck.
Drivers back call for industry-wide EV-for-EV replacement vehicles
Calls for an industry-wide EV-for-EV replacement vehicle guarantee have overwhelming backing from drivers, according to a new survey.
Change at the top for Suzuki GB as Dale Wyatt announces early retirement
Dale Wyatt, director of automobile at Suzuki GB, has announced his decision to take early retirement from the company with effect from March 2025.
