Category : Top Stories
Nissan reveals third-generation Qashqai
Nissan has taken the wraps off the third-generation model of the Qashqai; the pioneering car that started the crossover revolution.
Still time to enter 2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet managers and suppliers still have time to enter for the 2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards, which will recognise leading-edge developments in the fleet … Read More »
Vast differences in UK public charging costs revealed
Electric vehicle drivers can pay around four times as much for the same amount of charging, depending on which network they use.
Ford to go all-electric in Europe by 2030
Ford’s passenger vehicle range is to go all-electric in Europe by 2030, supported by “expressive new vehicles and a world-class connected customer experience”.
Arval UK appoints new managing director
Arval UK has appointed Lakshmi Moorthy as its new managing director as Miguel Cabaca moves to head up Arval Spain.
Mobile phone legislation must be widened to tackle distracted driving, says TRL
Plans by the Department for Transport to close a loophole in mobile phone legislation should be broadened to address wider distracted driving issues.
EVs and PHEVs account for 16.5% of new orders at LeasePlan
2020 was the greenest year in the history of LeasePlan with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) rising to account for 16.5% of all … Read More »
Jaguar Land Rover to offer pure electric versions of all models by 2030
Jaguar is to become an all-electric luxury brand from 2025 under a new Reimagine strategy that will streamline Jaguar Land Rover and enable its net zero … Read More »
Local authorities get £500m to fix potholes across England
The Department for Transport (DfT) has allocated £500m to local authorities in England to fix potholes and other roads issues.
Consultation now open on improving EV charge point experience
The Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) has opened a consultation exploring ways to improve the experience for electric vehicle drivers at public charge points.
Škoda teases new Fabia
Škoda has given a first glimpse of the fourth-generation Fabia, which will bring increased space and latest petrol engines when it arrives later this year.
Drink driving deaths at highest level in a decade
Drink drive fatalities have reached their highest level in a decade, prompting renewed calls for the legal alcohol limit to be lowered.
Company car sector driving switch to EVs, BVRLA finds
Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) surged to take a 21% share of new business contract hire registrations in the third quarter of 2020, thanks to the Government’s … Read More »
Road Test: Jaguar XF
An all-new interior and diesel engine with mild hybrid technology mark out the facelifted XF in the executive class, Martyn Collins finds.
Cazoo acquires Smart Fleet Solutions
Online car retailer Cazoo is continuing on the acquisition trail with news that it’s bought Smart Fleet Solutions (SFS).
Government to take more ‘streamlined’ approach to EV promotion
The Department for Transport has said it’s looking to evolve its current work on promoting electric vehicles as question marks remain over the future of the … Read More »
Audi reveals e-tron GT electric saloon
Audi has broken into the electric saloon sector with the unveiling of its Tesla Model S-rivalling e-tron GT.
Fleet Logistics scales up Global Mobility Solutions business
Fleet Logistics Group is accelerating growth plans for its Global Mobility Solutions (GMS) division as it continues to transition into a specialist in managed mobility solutions.
Road Test: SEAT Ateca
Ateca gets styling changes and tech upgrades, while remaining a great drive, says Martyn Collins.
Ford S-Max and Galaxy Hybrids go on sale
Ford’s new S-Max and Galaxy Hybrid MPVs have opened for orders, bringing significantly reduced CO2 along with pure-electric driving capability.
Kia to launch further seven EVs and expand into subscriptions
Kia has announced plans to launch a further seven electric vehicles and move into car subscriptions; part of its core plan to diversify from being an … Read More »
Radius launches new range of EV charge points for fleets
UK Fuels parent Radius Payment Solutions has launched a new range of products specifically aimed at businesses and fleet operators.
Road Test: Citroën C4 and ë-C4
SUV-like styling and the choice of diesel, petrol and full electric power will mean Citroën’s new small family rival will shake up the class, says Martyn … Read More »
Mandate charger interoperability and government electric fleets, says thinktank
Electric vehicle uptake must be boosted by far-more radical policies, including for all new vehicle purchases for the public fleet to be battery electric vehicles (BEVs) … Read More »
New consultancy to help fleets navigate technology challenges
A new consultancy has launched to help fleets make better use of the technology available to them.
Former Vauxhall fleet boss Maurice Howkins joins SOGO
Industry veteran Maurice Howkins has joined ultra-flexible lease provider SOGO as corporate sales director.
2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards open for entries
Fleet managers and suppliers are invited to enter for the 2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards – including new electric vehicle categories – which will … Read More »
Daimler to rename as Mercedes-Benz after spin-off of truck business
Daimler is planning to split into two separate companies for cars and trucks in a “profound reshaping of the business” to enable their increasingly divergent work.
BigChange sells majority stake to fuel expansion
BigChange has sold a majority stake in the company to Boston-based growth investment firm Great Hill Partners, enabling it to push ahead with future expansion plans.
UK car sales plummet 40% in lockdown
The UK’s new car sector has recorded its worst start to a year since 1970; a direct result of the lockdown, despite the advent of click … Read More »
Top news of the week
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New Mercedes-Benz C-Class goes electrified only
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HMRC announces latest advisory fuel rates
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Hyundai Ioniq 5 all-electric crossover revealed
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Trackstar wins latest BMW tracking deal with new innovation
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Honda’s new hybrid-only HR-V crossover revealed
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Avis Budget Group appoints UK general manager
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AA to reveal tech breakthrough in new webinar
