Category : Top Stories
First Drive: Hyundai Ioniq Electric
A larger battery is the tip of the iceberg in a host of updates to the compelling Ioniq Electric package, finds Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Vauxhall Astra
Efficient RDE2 diesels should re-sharpen the Astra’s fleet appeal, says Alex Grant.
Spotlight: Nissan Juke
After a decade, Nissan has revealed the new trend-setting Juke and it’s a big step up, finds Jonathan Musk.
Interview: Mitsubishi MD Rob Lindley on the PHEV that broke the mould
Having exponentially increased its fleet share with the ground-breaking Outlander PHEV, Mitsubishi Motors UK managing director, Rob Lindley, sees no reason to start following the crowd. … Read More »
Hyundai takes the wraps off the new i10
Wider and longer, the new Hyundai i10 has been revealed ahead of its official debut at the forthcoming Frankfurt Motor Show (IAA) next week, with a … Read More »
Kia debuts XCeed and Ceed Sportswagon plug-in hybrids
Kia is adding the first plug-in hybrid variants to its Ceed range as it looks to expand powertrain options across its wider vehicle line-up.
Peugeot appoints new head of business sales
Peugeot has named Matthew Weston as its new head of business sales, replacing Louise Nielson who has moved to PSA’s Free2Move Lease business.
Jaguar Land Rover appoints new fleet boss
Jaguar Land Rover UK has appointed Andrew Jago as general manager for fleet and business.
Hands-free ban is ‘long overdue and enforceable’, says Licence Bureau
A complete ban on mobile phone usage while driving – including hands-free operation – is “long overdue and enforceable”, according to Licence Bureau.
No reduction in drink-drive deaths in nearly a decade
The number of drink-drive fatalities has shown little change in nearly a decade – leading to calls for a “meaningful package of measures”, from increased roads … Read More »
Hyundai quietly removes Kona Diesel
Hyundai has removed the Kona Diesel from its line-up, just a year after its launch.
SEAT Tarraco plug-in hybrid to bring sub-50g/km
SEAT is launching a plug-in hybrid version of the Tarraco large SUV, offering sub-50g/km emissions (WLTP) and marking the brand’s first-ever PHEV model.
Fuel duty cut rumours spark mixed reaction
Rumours that the Prime Minister is planning to slash fuel duty by 2p per litre have met with a mixed reaction, winning favour with those campaigning … Read More »
Cut car use and bring forward petrol/diesel sales ban to meet Net Zero, say MPs
The Government’s 2040 target of ending sales of new petrol and diesel cars/vans must be brought forwards to 2035 at the latest and include full hybrids, … Read More »
Honda’s Marc Samuel joins Pendragon Vehicle Management
Former Honda fleet sales operations manager Marc Samuel has been appointed by Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) as director of B2B.
Volvo S60 gets new trims and 39g/km plug-in hybrid
Volvo has updated its S60 saloon line-up with a new 390hp T8 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid powertrain along with new trim levels.
Leicester workplace parking levy plans slammed
Leicester City Council has become the latest local authority to look into introducing a workplace parking levy – causing conjecture through such a ‘tax on work’.
INTERVIEW: Head of fleet Henry Williams on Škoda’s growing fleet focus
As Škoda broadens its appeal with new fleet models, Jonathan Musk talks to the carmaker’s head of fleet, Henry Williams, about Brexit, industry uncertainty and the … Read More »
Wales ups ante on speeding under new policing strategy
Drivers in Wales are likely to see more speed cameras under a new deployment policy intended to help clamp down on speeding and other dangerous driving … Read More »
SEAT recruits for new head of fleet sales following McDonald’s resignation
SEAT is looking for a new head of fleet sales to replace Peter McDonald, who has resigned to move to a new organisation.
Mobility-as-a-Service: An endgame for fleets?
Will the mobility revolution see the company car dethroned, wonders Natalie Middleton.
BP Chargemaster starts roll-out of 150kW chargers
BP Chargemaster has activated the first of its new 150kW ultra-fast chargers, which are planned for roll-out across the UK.
EV charging stations now outnumber petrol stations
There are now more EV charging stations than fuel stations in the UK, with almost 1,000 more public places to charge cars compared to forecourts.
LeasePlan net result down as CarNext investment rises
LeasePlan has posted Q2 2019 results that saw the net result fall 79% in line with long-term investment decisions.
Swede appeal: Steve Beattie on the evolution to ‘new Volvo’
Steve Beattie joined Volvo from Vauxhall in September 2017. Since then, the brand has gone through huge change, in terms of product and becoming more premium. … Read More »
Nick Caller appointed as MD of ARI UK
Former Hewlett Packard Enterprise senior executive Nick Caller has been named as the new UK managing director of ARI ahead of the retirement of current MD … Read More »
Ban hands-free devices and crack down on all mobile phone usage, say MPs
The Government should look at introducing tougher penalties for all mobile phone usage behind the wheel – including banning hands-free devices, starting first with public sector … Read More »
Raise fuel duty and VED for diesels to tackle pollution, says think tank
Increasing fuel duty, especially for diesels, and introducing an ongoing Vehicle Excise Duty surcharge for all new diesel cars could significantly reduce levels of air pollution … Read More »
Honda’s interactive whole lifecycle costs calculator now live
Honda has launched an interactive whole lifecycle costs (WLC) calculator, designed to make purchasing decisions simpler for fleet managers.
Why fleet managers are the stormtroopers in the battle to save the planet
Fiona Howarth, CEO of Octopus Electric Vehicles, comments on the big benefits electric vehicles could bring to fleet managers, as well as the overall energy system.