Category : Latest News
Jaguar XF Sportbrake revealed
Jaguar has taken the wraps off its second-generation XF Sportbrake, which is available to order now.
Volvo head of fleet moves to financial services role
Selwyn Cooper, formerly head of business sales at Volvo, has moved to the role of head of financial services at the carmaker with immediate effect.
New Kona takes fight to Nissan Juke
Hyundai has revealed its boldly styled Kona compact crossover, which will target rivals such as the Nissan Juke and forthcoming Citroën C3 Aircross when it launches … Read More »
Amazon explores UK car sales market
Amazon is said to be eyeing up the car sales market in Europe, with plans to run a trial in the UK first.
Today in Fleet – Wednesday 14 June
All the key news in fleet… Brake announces latest Pledge training dates Fleet operators in Manchester, Edinburgh, Swindon and Birmingham can sign up for Pledge training … Read More »
Scotland gets £8.2m funding boost for EVs
Businesses and individuals in Scotland can now access an extra £8.2m funding for electric and low carbon vehicles under the second phase of the country’s Switched … Read More »
Citroën’s new Juke-rivalling C3 Aircross: What you need to know
Citroën is morphing its C3 Picasso replacement into a compact crossover as it targets the Nissan Juke and other rivals. We take a look at what … Read More »
SEAT names new rental & motability manager
SEAT has appointed Sam Hothi as rental & motability manager.
Today in Fleet – Tuesday 13 June
All the key news in fleet… Ford opens East London office to develop mobility solutions for Europe Ford is to open a Smart Mobility Innovation Office … Read More »
Vauxhall/Opel CEO steps down ahead of PSA purchase
Vauxhall/Opel CEO, Dr Karl-Thomas Neumann, has stepped down from his position and will leave the company once its sale to PSA Group has completed.
Today in Fleet – Monday 12 June
All the key news in fleet… Chris Grayling reappointed as transport secretary Chris Grayling has retained his cabinet post as transport secretary as prime minister Theresa … Read More »
Autos bring growing RV advantage over manuals
Growing demand for automatic transmissions in the new and used car markets is bring an increased residual value advantage compared to manual versions, new research suggests.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… MBO at Aston Barclay brings multi-million pound investment Aston Barclay has secured a multi-million pound investment from … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Friday 9 June
All the key news in fleet… Honda plans for Level-4 automated cars by 2025 Honda is aiming to have Level-4 autonomous cars – one step below … Read More »
Tesla teases new Model Y
Tesla has given a sneak preview of its forthcoming Model Y electric compact crossover with a teaser image.
EU sets long-awaited target to reduce serious road injuries
European Union transport ministers have formally agreed a target of halving the number of people seriously injured on EU roads by 2030 from their 2020 level.
ICFM Masterclass: Top six priorities for managing road risk
ICFM’s second Masterclass put the focus on managing work-related road safety, with fleets being urged to make a ‘cultural change’.
Today in Fleet – Thursday 8 June
All the key news in fleet… Alphabet reviews broker relationships Alphabet has started reviewing all of its 40-plus broker partnership arrangements in a move to “maintain … Read More »
Salary sacrifice here to stay, affirms Tusker
New tax rules on salary sacrifice have not dented their appeal nor their popularity with fleets, according to Tusker.
Petrol RVs seeing gradual uplift, notes Glass’s
Residual values for petrol cars have seen a gradual uplift over the last year compared to their diesel counterparts, latest data from Glass’s suggests.
New 5 Series Touring goes on sale
The estate version of BMW’s seventh-gen 5 Series Touring is now on sale, bringing new chassis technology and increased boot capacity.
Kia Stonic sets sights on Nissan Juke
Kia is to launch a compact crossover later this year, dubbed Stonic and providing a rival to the Nissan Juke.
Today in Fleet – Wednesday 7 June
All the key news in fleet… Free Venson driver guide answers common questions on ULEVs Venson Automotive Solutions has published a ‘Plug-In Vehicle Guide’ to help give … Read More »
Next iPhone update to block distractions while driving
Apple’s new iOS 11 update for the iPhone will bring a new feature to help fleets cut down on driver distraction.
TMC publishes EV reimbursement guide for fleets
TMC has published new advice for fleets on reimbursing mileage for electric and plug-in hybrid cars (PHEVs).
Justin Costello appointed national fleet sales manager at SEAT
SEAT UK is looking to continue its growth in true fleet volumes under the appointment of Justin Costello as national fleet sales manager.
New fleet sales director at Nissan
Nissan has appointed Iker Lazzari as its UK fleet sales director, effective immediately.
Today in Fleet – Tuesday 6 June
All the key news in fleet… New CTO at Thatcham Research as Andrew Miller leaves Richard Billyeald is to join Thatcham Research as chief technical officer … Read More »
MBO at Aston Barclay brings multi-million pound investment
A management buyout has injected a multi-million pound investment from Rutland Partners into Aston Barclay Group.
Fleet market falls in May and diesels come under pressure
Fleet and private registrations declined in May, with overall diesel take-up also showing a large downturn.
