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Prices and CO2 revealed for facelifted Volkswagen Passat
Volkswagen has announced pricing, mpg and CO2 figures for the facelifted Passat, which brings a longer-range GTE hybrid model plus extra connectivity and safety kit.
Centrica, SSE and Mitie to switch to EVs by 2030
Major fleet operators Centrica, SSE and Mitie have pledged to go electric by 2030 – cutting emissions from more than 21,000 vehicles.
First Drive: Ford Focus ST
The hottest Focus yet with an ST badge on the boot has big hot hatch shoes to fill. Martyn Collins reckons it’s well up to the … Read More »
Future mobility requires tax changes and road user charging, says BVRLA
Local and national government visions of a mobility revolution will require wide-ranging Government support to help encourage people to walk, cycle and use more public transport.
Still no start date for Leeds Clean Air Zone
The start date for Leeds City Council’s charging Clean Air Zone remains up in the air, despite the city pushing ahead with implementing the scheme.
Fleet market remains more buoyant than private registrations
The fleet sector continues to outperform private new car registrations despite still showing a downturn.
Second-gen Renault Captur brings PHEV and extra safety kit
Renault has unveiled its second-generation Captur small SUV, which introduces new driver assistance features plus a plug-in hybrid from 2020.
Facelifted Vauxhall Astra debuts leaner new engines
The first images of the facelifted Vauxhall Astra are now out, with the updated model bringing latest technologies plus new, more efficient engines.
Road Test: BMW 7 Series
BMW’s 7 Series update is much more than just skin-deep, finds Jonathan Musk.
Mobility solutions unlikely to replace company cars, fleets say
Interest in mobility solutions is increasing but few businesses would be willing to give up their company cars and use a mobility solution instead.
Long-term funding essential to address UK’s crumbling roads, say MPs
The extreme state of disrepair of the English local road network will only be sorted by a ‘front-loaded’ five-year funding settlement.
Ford to cut 12,000 jobs in Europe under restructuring plans
Ford has announced that around 12,000 jobs are to go in Europe in line with restructuring plans intended to bring the carmaker back into profit.
Kia positions XCeed as sporty crossover
Kia has outlined details of its XCeed crossover, which will target buyers looking for SUV practicality with claimed hatchback driving dynamics.
Vauxhall Corsa revealed in petrol and diesel guise
Vauxhall has unveiled the petrol and diesel variants of its new Corsa, just weeks after the electric model was revealed.
BCA agrees terms of £1.9bn offer from TDR Capital
The board at BCA Marketplace has agreed the terms of a potential £1.9bn takeover through TDR Capital LLP – part of a consortium of investors that … Read More »
RDE2 engines but no diesel PHEV for updated Audi Q7
Audi has dropped the diesel plug-in hybrid from the updated Q7 line-up, readying a petrol alternative said to be more in tune with global tastes, alongside … Read More »
BMW moves electric car plans ‘up a gear’
BMW says it’s accelerating its electric car plans after meeting its own target two years ahead of schedule.
Renault predicts mainstream UK role for new hybrids
Renault sees potential for its forthcoming hybrid and plug-in hybrid technology as a way to differentiate its products and support growth in retail and ‘true fleet’ … Read More »
First Drive: Renault Clio
The fifth-generation Clio feels well equipped for a shifting fleet market, says Alex Grant.
The four key issues forcing ‘unprecedented’ change for European fleets
Companies and businesses across Europe are facing unprecedented levels of change when it comes to fleet policies due to four key issues.
Fleets urged to prepare for coming ESOS deadline
Businesses need to act now to prepare for the fast-approaching deadline for Phase 2 of the Energy Saving Opportunity Scheme (ESOS).
New 2008 introduces Peugeot’s first-ever electric SUV
Peugeot has revealed its new 2008, which will debut the e-2008 variant – following hot on the heels of the e-208 and marking its first-ever electric … Read More »
UK’s first Clean Air Zones to be ‘significantly postponed’ due to Government delay
Birmingham City Council and Leeds City Council are to delay the January 2020 introduction of their Clean Air Zones due to a Government delay in delivering … Read More »
Government must ‘supercharge’ Road to Zero Strategy to meet net zero pledge
Government plans for ‘net zero’ emissions by 2050 will be derailed unless action is taken on electric vehicles.
Refreshed Renault Zoe sports 242-mile range
Renault has made significant improvements to its popular Zoe electric car, with increased range and power options, as well as a restyled look and new DC … Read More »
Engie acquires ChargePoint Services
French utility giant Engie has acquired ChargePoint Services for an undisclosed amount as it looks to expand in the EV charging sector.
Mayor of London drives plans for all new cars and vans to be electric by 2030
The Mayor of London has set out plans to develop a network of rapid charging hubs across the city, paving the way for a “electric revolution … Read More »
Phil Webb to lead Honda fleet sales as Marc Samuel moves on
Honda UK has announced that Phil Webb, head of car, is to assume responsibility for the fleet sales operations team as Marc Samuel leaves the business.
Bristol mulls diesel car ban and charging Clean Air Zone
Bristol City Council is looking at two options to cut air pollution in line with legal requirements, including an eight-hour-a-day diesel car ban and a charging … Read More »
Fiat spots opportunities for affordable EV
Fiat is working towards an electric supermini priced in line with petrol or diesel models, seeing a role for itself in making the technology more accessible … Read More »
