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Order books open for more upmarket Citroën C5 Aircross
Citroën’s updated C5 Aircross family SUV is now available to order, introducing bolder styling and a more premium approach.
Vauxhall reveals prices and specs for new-gen Astra Sports Tourer
Vauxhall has announced pricing and specification for its new-gen Astra Sports Tourer – including the model’s first-ever plug-in hybrid.
Free white paper to support fleets with switch to EVs
A new white paper supporting businesses in their transition to electric vehicles is available to download for free.
One in three drivers want hard shoulders reinstated on smart motorways
More than one in three (36%) people believe smart motorways are more dangerous and that permanent hard shoulders should be reinstated as soon as possible.
Hydrogen refuelling station to support Enterprise test cars in £2.5m trial
A hydrogen refuelling station has opened at Teesside International Airport to serve hydrogen-powered vehicles based in the Tees Valley under a £2.5m trial.
Petrol and diesel prices hit new record high
Petrol and diesel prices have set new records at UK forecourts, bringing further pain to motorists.
EV savings to far outweigh possible impact of energy price rises, says Fleet Logistics
The electrification movement is gathering pace despite the threat of rising energy prices and supply shortages.
Hitachi Capital rebrands as Novuna and makes major 2030 pledge
Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions, part of Hitachi Capital (UK) Plc, has made a major decarbonisation pledge as its rebrand to Novuna Vehicle Solutions completes.
Portable EV charger on track for deliveries early 2023
A new portable EV charger expected to prove a game-changer for drivers has now reached prototype stage and is on track to start deliveries to customers … Read More »
Electric car charging postcode lottery is ‘national disgrace’, says Fleet Evolution
The Government is being urged to ‘level up’ the charge point infrastructure across the country as new figures reveal national inequalities in coverage.
Hyundai introduces larger battery and new tech for Ioniq 5
Hyundai is updating its Ioniq 5 fully electric crossover with a larger battery pack, along with extra equipment.
Micheldever Fleet Solutions publishes EV tyre guide
Micheldever Fleet Solutions (MFS) has published an EV tyre guide to give fleets an overview of the market and advice on fitting EV tyres to a … Read More »
Window for claiming EV charge grant closing, warns Rightcharge
Electric vehicle drivers are being urged to take advantage of the current grant towards home charge point installs before it closes.
New issue of Fleet World includes advice on EV switch and driver mental health
The new issue of Fleet World is now available to access, both online and in print, bringing a range of advice to support fleets.
Arval grows leased fleet 3.6% in UK
Arval expanded its global and UK leased fleets further in 2021 despite the pandemic, while also continuing to support fleets in their electrification journey.
Vauxhall cuts Grandland, Crossland and Insignia prices under new simplified line-up
Vauxhall has introduced a new trim line-up for its Grandland, Crossland and Insignia models, bringing price reductions of up to £2,400 on some models.
Grosvenor Group announces death of CEO Shaun Barritt
Shaun Barritt, CEO of the Grosvenor Group, has died aged 64 after battling late-stage sarcomatoid mesothelioma, a form of lung cancer.
Chevin’s new FleetWave Lite software to prove compliance game-changer
Chevin has launched a new entry-level software solution to help simplify the fundamentals of fleet management.
AFP to hold first-ever annual conference
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has revealed details of its first-ever annual conference, taking place at the British Motor Museum, Gaydon, on 18 May.
EVs and future fuels under focus in AA Business Services webinar
The AA’s Business Services division is hosting a webinar this month to look at how the switch to EVs will affect fleets and the outlook for … Read More »
MG cuts ZS EV entry price to £27,495 with new Standard Range model
MG has expanded its ZS EV line-up with a new Standard Range model that cuts pricing for the range.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
Rapid developments in UK charging infrastructure are making daily life with the Mokka-e even easier, says Natalie Middleton.
Willmott Dixon legal win against HMRC paves way for future grey fleet NIC claims
Willmott Dixon has won its appeal against HMRC to reclaim back overpayment of Class 1 National Insurance Contributions on cash allowances paid to drivers, potentially vindicating … Read More »
Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone delayed for rethink of scheme
The Greater Manchester Combined Authority (GMCA) and the Government have agreed a “short time-limited pause” on the city region’s forthcoming Clean Air Zone to rethink plans.
Pump prices up again in January but drivers finally getting fairer deal
Petrol and diesel prices edged up again through January but drivers are now starting to pay a fairer price as retailers absorb cost increases.
Osprey partnership to open up rapid onsite EV charging at retail parks
Property company Ediston is to roll out rapid EV charging to its retail sites across the UK under a tie-up with Osprey Charging Network.
New BP Pulse ultra-fast charging hub opens at Gatwick
A new BP Pulse EV charging hub has gone live at Gatwick, bringing ultra-fast charging to drivers in the vicinity.
FairCharge campaign to tackle ‘illogical’ VAT policy on EV charging
A major new campaign intended to speed up the switch to electric cars by removing many of the barriers currently facing drivers has now launched.
Former Transport Ministers urge Grant Shapps to act on vehicle safety tech
Former transport ministers have written to Transport Secretary Grant Shapps, urging him to swiftly adopt new vehicle safety measures regarded as “the biggest advance in vehicle … Read More »
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