Category : Top Stories
Citroën opens orders for budget-friendly C3 Aircross and ë-C3 Aircross
The new Citroën C3 Aircross is now available to order, offering petrol, mild hybrid or electric options, up to seven seats and budget-friendly pricing.
AA Business Services launches Digital Claims Assistant
AA Business Services has launched a new digital claims reporting solution to help fleets make critical time and cost savings.
Applegreen completes sale of UK petrol forecourt and fuel cards business
EG On The Move has closed its acquisition of the Applegreen UK petrol forecourt and fuel card business, powering plans to create a fuel retail “powerhouse”.
BMW boosts i5 range and adds faster charging for PHEVs
BMW is rolling out a major package of updates across its line-up from the spring, boosting range, performance and functionality.
One car stolen every 8.5 minutes in 2024
The UK’s most stolen cars of 2024 have been revealed as new data shows a staggering 61,343 vehicle thefts were reported last year.
LCV Group sold to Global Vans to create Global Vehicle Group
Global Vans has acquired car and van leasing broker the LCV Group from Crownhawk Properties for an undisclosed sum.
Genesis to axe ICE-powered models and go EV-only
Genesis is dropping all petrol- and diesel-powered models and transforming to a fully electrified brand in 2025.
Electric vehicles increasingly ‘normalised’ but practical concerns linger
Electric vehicles are becoming ‘normalised’ in the UK as half of drivers now either own an EV, or know someone who does.
Wex plans UK launch for EV charging solutions
Global commerce platform Wex has announced a major expansion of its EV charging solution for European commercial fleets.
BMW iX gets more power and up to 426 miles of range
BMW has updated its iX electric flagship with refreshed design, increased power for all variants and up to 426 miles of range.
Huge fall in off-peak prices as EV charging sites outnumber forecourts 4:1
Off-peak charging across fast, rapid and ultra-rapid public charging fell by up to 28% in December, according to the latest AA EV Recharge Report.
DKV Mobility integrates Applegreen fast chargers in UK and Ireland
DKV Mobility, a leading platform for international mobility services, is expanding its UK charging network under a partnership with global network operator Applegreen Electric.
Flexis presents trio of electric vans for connected urban logistics
Flexis, the joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group and CMA CGM, has unveiled a trio of electric vans ahead of their arrival in 2026.
Leasys UK names new managing director as Matthew Boswell departs
Leasys UK has named Shane Coomber as its new managing director from 1 February, succeeding Matthew Boswell.
Government pledges to work with private sector on Lower Thames Crossing
The Government has signalled its support for the Lower Thames Crossing and said it’s exploring options for privately financing the project.
AFP calls for electric van MOT deferral as fleets find tests ‘impossible’ to book
The Association of Fleet Operators (AFP) has called for an official deferral for MOTs on 4.25-tonne electric vans after some fleets reported finding tests “impossible” to … Read More »
Boost for UK on-street charging network with £65m investment
Fresh investment into the UK’s charging network is set to deliver thousands more on-street chargers in a boost to EV drivers.
TfL urges fleets to pre-register for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel discounts
Transport for London (TfL) is inviting fleets and drivers to pre-register for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel user charge discounts ahead of tolls starting in April.
Renault 5 electric hatch on sale from under £23k
The Renault 5 E-Tech electric supermini is on sale now, priced from £22,995.
Lexus pulls LS luxury saloon from UK line-up
Lexus has dropped the LS luxury saloon from its UK model line-up 35 years after it was first launched.
RED Corporate Driver Training to showcase SafetyFirst system at GBFE 2025
RED Corporate Driver Training is returning to the Great British Fleet Event to spotlight its latest breakthroughs for fleet safety.
Reborn Fiat Panda debuts with electric and mild hybrid models
Fiat’s Grande Panda will arrive in the UK this spring, positioned as one of the UK’s most affordable electric cars.
Registrations open for 2025 Great British Fleet Event
Visitor registration is now open for the 2025 Great British Fleet Event – enabling fleets to sign up for their free ticket to the much-anticipated show.
Trust in ADAS soars but fleet training still needed for many
Confidence in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) technology is growing but a gap in driver understanding of certain systems reinforces the need for fleets to increase … Read More »
Audi reveals electric extreme offroad concept
Audi has showcased its Q6 e-tron offroad concept, giving a “taste of a potential vehicle in the progressive off-road segment”.
Autohorn hits rental landmark in first year of independent operation
Autohorn Car and Van Rental has reported a successful first year of independent operations and laid out its plans for 2025.
Polestar Energy launches in UK with compelling charging offer
The Polestar Energy charging initiative is now fully live in the UK, offering customers smarter, more efficient and cheaper home charging.
Overhauled Tesla Model Y now available to order
Tesla’s majorly revamped Model Y is now available to order in the UK, complete with enhanced efficiency, refinement, quality and range.
Consultation explores major change to MOT tests for Northern Ireland
A consultation seeking views on changing MOT test frequencies from one year to two years for some private cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles is now … Read More »
Aston Barclay shuts Leeds auction site in new sales programme
Aston Barclay is closing its Leeds auction site and positioning Donington Park as its hub for commercial vehicles as part of a new sales programme.
