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Herd Group helps Micheldever Tyre Services electrify fleet with Ford E-Transits
Micheldever Tyre Services (MTS) has added six Ford E-Transits to its growing vehicle fleet with the help of Herd Group.
AFP unveils new training programme amid record-high demand
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has unveiled its training programme for 2024, providing an extensive offering amid record levels of demand.
E-Training World launches module on how to avoid common collision situations
E-Training World has released a new module focused on helping drivers avoid collisions.
AFP to share benefits of membership at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has confirmed it will return to the Great British Fleet Event, promoting the benefits of membership.
Electric SUVs prove viable fleet alternative to vans
Electric SUVs are being adopted by some fleets as an alternative to diesel and electric vans, Arval UK has reported.
BYD takes global EV sales crown from Tesla
China’s BYD overtook Tesla as the world’s top-selling EV maker in the last quarter of 2023.
Fisker appoints Santander as UK finance partner
American EV brand Fisker has signed up Santander Consumer Finance as its preferred finance partner for UK fleet and private customers.
ZEV mandate with electric vehicle sales targets becomes law
New laws requiring car and van makers to sell a minimum percentage of zero emission vehicles have come into force in Britain as of today (3 … Read More »
Fleet trends for 2024: The view from the sector experts
2024 is now upon us – and some of the UK’s pre-eminent fleet sector specialists give their views on what the next 12 months have in … Read More »
Arriva driver scores Trakm8 Road Safety Hero Award
Richard Prescott, a dedicated driver from Arriva Bus, has emerged as the winner of Trakm8’s search for the Road Safety Hero of 2023.
Motorway electric vehicle charger target missed, finds RAC
The Government has fallen “well short” of a vital target for high-speed motorway electric vehicle chargers, new research by the RAC reveals.
Nissan marks 90th birthday with list of global transport innovations
Almost 70% of the UK public think new technology will play a big role in reducing the environmental impact of transportation in the UK.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Plans for new EV super hub at Winchester get go-ahead
InstaVolt’s plans for an EV Super Hub at Winchester have been given the green light by the city council.
Osprey grows UK network to 1,000+ rapid chargers
Osprey Charging has now installed over 1,000 rapid EV charging points throughout the UK, more than doubling the size of its network in the last year.
Used values starting to return to seasonal norms, says Cap
Used car values at three years / 60,000 miles fell by 2.1% in December, getting closer to normal seasonal movements, according to Cap HPI.
UK’s first public hydrogen-powered EV chargers go live
A new electric vehicle charging facility powered by hydrogen has gone live at Cairn Lodge Services on the M74 in Lanarkshire, averting pressure on the grid.
UK car production rockets 14.8% in November
UK car manufacturing output soared 14.8% in November, representing the best performance for the month since 2020.
Decathlon stores to get Be.EV ultra-rapid chargers
Decathlon is deploying ultra-rapid chargers at select stores across the country in a new deal with charging network Be.EV.
UK and EU sign off on deal to avoid tariffs on electric vehicles
The EU and UK have today ratified a deal to extend trade rules on electric vehicles until the end of 2026, narrowly avoiding the risk of … Read More »
BP Pulse more than doubles number of ultra-fast charge points
BP Pulse has reported significant progress in the rollout and reliability of its rapid and ultra-fast EV charging network in the UK.
New car market will be driven by return to push in 2024
The new car market is set to return to a ‘push’ model in 2024, delivering significant discounting and finance offers to stimulate consumer demand – particularly … Read More »
SsangYong UK becomes KGM Motors
SsangYong Motor UK has rebranded as KGM Motors UK (KGM) with immediate effect in line with the new global identity.
Rise in dangerous level of van tyre wear reported
i247 Group has reported a rise in very low tyre treads on vans, putting fleets at increased risk of tyre failure and blowouts.
Abax UK appoints new commercial director
Telematics brand Abax has appointed Joe Medina-Browne as commercial director for the UK.
Electric Green and Royal Mail join forces to pilot bi-directional wireless EV charging solution
Electric Green, an electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions company, today announces a strategic collaboration with Royal Mail and QEnergy to demonstrate the advantages of bi-directional wireless … Read More »
Government funding awarded to project to prove EVs are assets to the grid
A consortium of British companies has secured £1.3m in government funding to explore how electricity stored in electric vehicle (EV) batteries can be used to smooth … Read More »
Citroën unveils new ë-SpaceTourer MPV
Citroën has revealed its updated ë-SpaceTourer MPV with a new front-end and design consistent with the new brand identity.
Nio completes 648 miles on a single charge with new Ultra Long Range battery
Chinese EV challenger brand Nio has proven the capabilities of its new battery technology after completing a 648-mile journey on a single charge.
BVRLA’s Nora Leggett steps down after three decades of service
Nora Leggett is to retire from the BVRLA at the end of December 2023, after more than 26 years serving its members.
