Category : Top Stories
Fleet Alliance targets SMEs with new low-cost EV sal-sac scheme
A brand-new salary sacrifice scheme has launched from Fleet Alliance to help businesses including SMEs offer fully electric cars to employees at highly attractive rates.
Used car values up 16.6%, reports Cap HPI
Used car values are continuing to rocket, having risen by 16.6% or £2,125 in the last four months, according to Cap.
Interview: Mohsen Mohseninia of Aeris on the latest telematics developments
Aeris and Fleet World recently conducted an on-line survey online survey of fleets to help shape the future of the fleet telematics sector. Mohsen Mohseninia, Aeris … Read More »
Highway Code changes to create new ‘hierarchy of road users’
A new version of the Highway Code that will prioritise pedestrians and cyclists through a new ‘hierarchy’ has been announced by the Goverment.
New Honda HR-V hybrid SUV priced from £26,960
Honda’s new HR-V hybrid-only SUV is now available to order, priced from £26,960.
Mercedes-Benz plans to go all-electric by 2030
Mercedes-Benz has said it’s ready to go all-electric by 2030 while all new models will be electric-only by 2025.
Tesla to open Supercharger network to all EVs later this year
Tesla is to allow drivers of other brands of electric vehicles to use its Supercharger network from later this year, bringing access to thousands more charge … Read More »
Keyless car theft on the rise, warn police
Drivers are being urged to take action to protect their vehicles as police warn of a rise in keyless car theft.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
The newcomer to our long-term test fleet takes the form of the big and bold Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV. John Challen gets behind the wheel.
ePower Trucks launches new last-mile all-electric delivery vehicles
ePower Trucks has expanded its range of specialist all-electric LCVs with new last-mile delivery vehicles.
Plans to introduce fees for Scotland’s EV charging network
Scotland’s charging network needs to evolve through much greater private sector investment and the introduction of fees for using charge points.
First Drive: Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi’s first mass market EV is attractive and comfortable, finds Martyn Collins.
Thatcham training to ensure vehicle repairers are ‘EV Ready’
Thatcham Research has launched a new ‘EV Ready’ training programme, addressing the current electric vehicle skills gap in the vehicle repair sector.
Richard Lilwall to succeed Andy Walters as CEO of Quartix Vehicle Tracking
Quartix has appointed Richard Lilwall as the successor to Andy Walters, who is retiring as CEO but will remain on the board.
Behaviour change ‘as important’ as electrification in transport decarbonisation, say experts
Behaviour change will play an equal or greater role than technology in the transition to net zero for transport.
New car 2021 forecast downgraded as chip shortage plays on
Cox Automotive has downgraded its new car forecast for the remainder of 2021 due to the ongoing sector supply issues.
ChargePoint to acquire European e-mobility specialist Has·to·Be for £217m
ChargePoint Holdings Inc has signed a deal to acquire European e-mobility technology provider Has·to·Be in a transaction valued at €250m (£217m).
Transport Committee to probe DVLA on licence application delays
The Transport Committee is to speak to DVLA chief executive Julie Lennard in an evidence session on the current delays in processing licence applications.
New car sharing club to ‘massively’ boost mobility in UK
A brand-new car club has launched in the UK, providing flexible, no-strings-attached mobility for businesses and individuals.
EV orders surpass ICE vehicles at Zenith
Orders for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have overtaken those for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles for the first time at Zenith.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda MX-30 Sport Lux
Martyn Collins puts the electric Mazda’s range to the test.
Northgate parent acquires ChargedEV
Northgate Vehicle Hire’s parent firm has acquired EV charging infrastructure business ChargedEV for an undisclosed amount.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala SE L 1.5 TSI 150PS
John Kendall reports back on our new Škoda Scala long-termer.
Plans submitted for West Midlands gigafactory
A planning application for a gigafactory at Coventry Airport has been submitted by joint venture partners, Coventry City Council and Coventry Airport.
EU plan to sell 100% zero-emission cars in 2035 will ‘democratise’ EVs
The European Commission’s ‘Fit for 55’ package of climate measures has been widely greeted over its more ambitious targets for the reduction of CO2 emissions, in … Read More »
Updated SEAT Ibiza and Arona now open for orders
SEAT’s updated Ibiza supermini and Arona small SUV are now on sale in the UK, introducing refreshed exterior design, bold new interiors and latest connected tech.
Road Test: Toyota Mirai
Second-generation Mirai saloon proves there’s a future for hydrogen power, thinks Martyn Collins.
UK Transport Decarbonisation Plan: Main points and industry reaction
The Government’s 220-page Transport Decarbonisation Plan is now out, providing a first-ever pathway for the whole transport sector to reach the legal requirement of net zero … Read More »
Kia Ceed gets new look and tech upgrades
Kia has updated its Ceed line-up with styling upgrades and latest connectivity and convenience tech.
Industry mourns loss of James Davis
The automotive industry is mourning the loss of James Davis, customer insight director at Cox Automotive, who passed away at the weekend.
