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Used car values suffer largest September fall in 15 years

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Used car values fell by 1.9% or c.£420 at the three-year, 60,000-mile point in September, according to the experts at Cap HPI.

AFP urges fleets to lobby for clarity on 4.25-tonne electric van regulations

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The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging fleets to “step up” lobbying for clarification on operational requirements on 4.25-tonne electric vans as it warns of … Read More »

Novuna opens groundbreaking charging forecourt to showcase fleet EV solutions

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Novuna Vehicle Solutions has opened a flagship charging forecourt, showcasing its pioneering infrastructure capabilities for fleets.

October 2023 issue of Fleet World / Van Fleet World now out…

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The new issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World is now out – featuring latest advice and insights for operators.

Nurture Group makes shift to electric fleet with Northgate help

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The Nurture Group is spearheading sustainability targets with a move to an electric fleet, supported by Northgate.

EU ministers back watered-down Euro 7 emissions despite air quality concerns

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EU ministers have reached agreement on draft standards for new Euro 7 vehicle emissions rules, despite concerns by climate groups.

Carmakers urge EU to delay post-Brexit tariffs on electric vehicle imports

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Carmakers have urged the European Commission for urgent action on new taxes that will be imposed on electric vehicles traded between the EU and the UK … Read More »

‘Shocking level’ of drug-driving among younger drivers

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Almost a third of young drivers may have driven after taking illegal drugs or been in a vehicle where the driver has been under the influence, … Read More »

High EV driver satisfaction revealed in Tusker sal-sac report

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The vast majority of EV drivers are happy to have made the electric switch and won’t go back to petrol or diesel cars, a new survey … Read More »

New report highlights crucial role of fleet electrification in net zero

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Fleet electrification is a vital means to decarbonise the transportation sector, with the potential to significantly drive emissions reduction.

Nissan to go all-electric by 2030 despite UK’s ICE ban delay

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Nissan has committed to going all-electric in Europe by 2030, stopping sales of combustion-engined cars by the end of the decade.

Webfleet now able to link directly with electric vehicles

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Webfleet is expanding its OEM.connect programme to support electric vehicles with in-depth insights.

London’s rental e-scooter trial enters second phase

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Transport for London (TfL) has launched a second phase of rental e-scooter trials as it continues to explore how e-scooters can be rolled out successfully in … Read More »

Churchill Expert strikes insurance deal for Ezoo EV subscription fleet

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Churchill Expert is to provide insurance for Ezoo’s Pay As You Go electric car subscription fleet under a new deal.

EV study explores potential of airport car parks to power grid

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EV drivers using long-stay carparks could help power an entire city with green energy while offsetting parking fees, a new study has uncovered.

Best and worst times to find EV chargers revealed in new study

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Monday morning is the best time to locate an available EV charger, while Friday at 9am is likely to be the most difficult.

Ionity to open hundreds of ultra-fast chargers at Village Hotels

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Ionity is to open 380 ultra-fast charge points at Village Hotels sites across the UK under a new deal.

Complete Fleet World’s EV survey for chance to win hotel break 

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Fleet World has launched an EV-focused market research survey to find out about fleet operators’ electrification plans. 

New anti-braking speed cameras to catch drivers evading fines

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New anti-braking speed cameras that can catch motorists trying to evade fines for speeding could be on their way to the UK.

Avis Budget Group acquires van specialist McNicoll Vehicle Hire

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Avis Budget Group is broadening its rental solutions with the acquisition of Edinburgh-based McNicoll Vehicle Hire for an undisclosed sum.

ICE ban delay to have little impact on fleet EV strategies

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The Government’s delay on the ban of new petrol and diesel cars/vans is likely to have limited impact on real-world fleet strategies as fleets continue to … Read More »

TfL to introduce 40 miles of new 20mph speed limits

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Transport for London (TfL) is to introduce 40 miles of new 20mph speed limits as it also launches a new road safety campaign to tackle speeding.

Regulatory trends could prompt fleet software mandate, suggests FleetCheck

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Fleet management software could become obligatory in the future as a result of long-term regulatory trends, FleetCheck has suggested.

Impact of general election on remarketing under focus in VRA Seminar

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The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) has announced the final speakers for its upcoming seminar, which will include an expert looking at the potential impact of next … Read More »

Mazda restructures senior management team

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Mazda Motors has made changes to its European and UK sales leadership teams in a move to manage the smooth transition to electrification for customers and … Read More »

Clean Air Zone rollout leads to major air quality improvement

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Bradford Council has published new data showing a significant improvement in air quality following the introduction of a Clean Air Zone.

Lords Committee seeks government clarity on ICE ban and ZEV mandate

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The House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee has called on the Government to provide clarification on its delay to the 2030 ICE ban.

Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories

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This week’s top fleet industry stories…

Used diesel sales and prices set to rise on back of ICE ban delay

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New and used diesel cars could get a new lease of life following the Prime Minister’s extension to the ban on new ICE sales.

Sogo drives emissions reduction with Scope 3 framework

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Flexible car and van leasing firm Sogo is furthering its work to reduce emissions with a new independently approved framework for Scope 3 emissions in its … Read More »