Category : Top Stories
Government opens consultation on petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicle ban
The Department for Transport has opened its consultation into plans to end the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars and vans by 2035, or … Read More »
Citroën, Peugeot and DS diesels gain RDE2-compliance
All Citroën and DS BlueHDi diesels are now RDE2-compliant, with many of Peugeot’s diesels also meeting the standards nearly a year ahead of deadline.
London boroughs advance coordinated approach to car clubs
A pan-London approach to car clubs could help boroughs make better use of the existing road network while also improving air quality.
0% BiK could see 80% of opt-out drivers return to company cars
Eight out of 10 business employees who have currently opted out of a company car scheme are ‘likely’ or ‘very likely’ to move back to company … Read More »
BMW 3 Series to get three extra plug-in hybrids
BMW is expanding its 3 Series plug-in hybrid range to add in three new models; including Touring variants.
Third-gen Hyundai i20 puts focus on new styling, safety and mild hybrids
Hyundai’s new i20 supermini has been revealed, introducing the line-up’s first mild hybrids along with a styling first for Europe.
Rebecca Stead to lead Honda fleet team
Honda UK’s Rebecca Stead is to move to the role of head of automobile, replacing Phil Webb and assuming responsibility for fleet.
Clarity on EV Benefit-in-Kind essential in run-up to 2035, government told
Insight into imminent and future Benefit-in-Kind tax changes for electric vehicles will be essential to meeting the proposed petrol, diesel and hybrid new car ban from … Read More »
£18m fine risk from untaxed grey fleet, warns Licence Bureau
Up to a quarter of a million ‘grey fleet’ vehicles could be untaxed, with a potential financial risk of £18m in fines, according to Licence Bureau.
North Yorkshire Air Quality Strategy puts focus on EVs and active travel
North Yorkshire County Council (NYCC) has published its draft Air Quality Strategy, which aims to protect and improve air quality in the county through a range … Read More »
Interview: David Peel, managing director at Peugeot
David Peel, managing director at Peugeot, speaks to Martyn Collins about the latest, second-generation 208 supermini and how alternatively fuelled models might change fleet demand.
First Drive: Fiat 500 and Panda Hybrid
Fiat has been late to electrify, but the first steps are being taken along its electric path, discovers Jonathan Musk.
Petrol and diesel new vehicle ban could kick in as early as 2032
Government plans to bring forward the current 2040 target on ending the sale of new petrol and diesel cars and vans could see the ban take … Read More »
Drink drive-related crashes increase 4%
Pressure is building on the Government to step up the action on drink driving following the publication of new figures showing an increase in alcohol-related crashes.
First Citroën C4 Cactus replacement details revealed
Citroën is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the pioneering and quirky GS with the launch of its spiritual successor, the C4 – itself a reinvention of … Read More »
Fleets urged to help safeguard future of Plug-in Grants
The fleet industry is being urged to take action to safeguard the Plug-in Car and Van Grants in line with growing concerns that they could imminently … Read More »
Ola takes ride-hailing fight to Uber with London launch
Indian ride-hailing firm Ola has expanded its UK operations further with its official launch in London.
Volvo and Geely Auto consider merger
Volvo Car AB and Geely Automobile Holdings Limited, both part of Geely Holding Group, have said they’re considering a global merger as they look to combine … Read More »
WLTP CO2 data gap to hit fleets imminently
Fleets are being urged to review their fleet policies now to help circumvent imminent issues from the switch to WLTP-based motoring taxes this coming April.
Plug-in vehicle grants to continue past 2020, Treasury indicates
Comments from the Treasury have given hope that fleets and drivers will continue to get financial support with the switch to plug-in vehicles, ahead of plans … Read More »
Fleet giants make 100% EV pledges but concerns mount over vehicle supply
Work to accelerate the switch to electric vehicles in the UK and globally continues to gather pace with the news that vehicle leasing giants Lex Autolease … Read More »
Delayed CAZ online vehicle checker goes live
The Government’s previously delayed online vehicle checker service has launched, helping drivers and businesses to prepare for the introduction of Clean Air Zone charging in Birmingham … Read More »
VW Golf Mk8 prices and specs revealed
Mid-range versions of the eighth-generation Golf hatchback have gone on sale in the UK, priced from £23,875 OTR.
First Drive: Ford Puma
Mild hybrid engines, clever stowage features and neat styling could take the Ford Puma to the top, says Martyn Collins.
Renault rolls out E-Tech plug-in hybrid to updated Mégane
Renault is adding its E-Tech plug-in hybrid technology to the Mégane as part of a mid-cycle update, providing differentiation in what it says is an increasingly … Read More »
Petrol and diesel car ban to take effect in 2035 and include hybrids, under latest plans
The ban on sales of new petrol or diesel cars and vans in the UK will be brought forward from 2040 to 2035 at the latest … Read More »
Keith Allen joins CBVC in consultancy role
Well-known senior industry figure Keith Allen has joined CBVC Vehicle Management as a consultant to help further develop the business.
Doors open to 2020 Great British Fleet Event
This year’s Great British Fleet Event is now underway, providing decision-makers with the chance to find out about the latest fleet developments through a packed line-up … Read More »
New technology to re-shape EV charging, says Delta-EE
Europe’s electric vehicle charging sector is set for rapid change during the next five years, driven by new technology and customer demands for convenience, according to … Read More »
Octopus Electric Vehicles launches new EV ‘transition bundle’ at GBFE 2020
Octopus Electric Vehicles has introduced a new bundle for fleet managers to make the switch to electric driving as easy as possible.
