Category : Top Stories
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.
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions bolsters remarketing team
Experienced vehicle remarketing expert Jon-Paul (JP) Paviour has joined the team at Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA).
Price gap between EVs and ICE vehicles falls
Greater price parity between electric cars and petrol/diesel is helping to drive EV demand as models become more accessible and affordable.
Samsara gets direct telematics link to Stellantis brands
Samsara has expanded its strategic collaboration with Stellantis, enabling seamless hardware-free access to vehicle telematics data for fleets.
Kia springboards UK electric vans launch with new Professional Business Vans brand
Kia is breaking into the UK LCV sector with a new “and disruptive” electric van business and UK-wide van centre launch from this spring.
Škoda Superb SportLine on sale with enhanced dynamics and up to 265hp
Škoda’s latest-generation Superb is now available in SportLine guise, kitted out with athletic looks and bespoke dynamics.
Half of drivers fail roadside drug tests in growing drug-driving epidemic
One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving are failing roadside drug tests, prompting calls to tackle a growing epidemic.
Senior management changes at Lightfoot amid European expansion
Fleet technology specialist Lightfoot has unveiled changes to its senior management structure, paving the way for European expansion.
Electric buggy fleet now available to hire in London borough
A fleet of pay-as-you-go electric buggies is now available to hire on the streets of Hammersmith & Fulham, marking a UK first.
DfT holds firm on 2030 ICE ban and ZEV mandate | Ultra-rapid charger goal nears
The Department for Transport (DfT) has said that it’s sticking to its guns on plans to phase out cars solely powered by internal combustion engines (ICE) … Read More »
UK car industry met ZEV mandate last year, analysis reveals
All car manufacturers have successfully complied with the UK’s electric car sales mandate for 2024, new research finds.
Dawsongroup to be sold to global investor KKR
Global investment firm KKR has struck a deal to buy vehicle rental and leasing firm Dawsongroup for an undisclosed amount.
New AFP service to ‘matchmake’ businesses with specialist fleet consultants
A new service that enables businesses to tap into the knowledge and skills of experienced fleet operators is launching this week from the Association of Fleet … Read More »
Vauxhall Vivaro and Vivaro Electric vans get sporty GS trim
Vauxhall has introduced a new, dynamic GS trim for both its Vivaro and Vivaro Electric vans, delivering sporty styling and interior upgrades.
Digital driving licences coming this year, government confirms
The UK government has confirmed that a digital driver licence will launch in the UK later this year as part of a new Gov.UK Wallet and … Read More »
Omoda and Jaecoo ‘redefine’ plug-in hybrids with new Super Hybrid System
Omoda and Jaecoo have debuted new plug-in hybrid technology specifically adapted to meet the needs of the UK market.
Alpine kicks off electric future with A290 hot hatch arrival
Alpine, Renault’s performance division, has opened orders for its A290 electric hot hatch, priced from £33,500.
Revamped GWM Ora 03 electric hatch topped off with new GT
GWM UK has made over its Ora 03 line-up with new pricing and a range-topping GT.
New alarm to deter EV charger cable theft
A new device that could crack down on the rising problem of EV charger cable theft and vandalism has launched in the UK.
Domino’s trials fully electric delivery vans
Domino’s Pizza Group is putting fully electric delivery vans to the test, advancing its work to go net zero.
