Category : Top Stories
Volkswagen Tayron seven-seater SUV priced from under £40k
Volkswagen’s new Tayron large SUV opens for orders in the UK this week, complete with ICE and PHEV powertrains and five- or seven-seat versions.
Fleet electric van adoption and smart charging explored in government report
Government research into the enablers and barriers that commercial fleet operators and drivers face in adopting electric vans is now out.
Record fleet demand and EV uptake drive 2024 new car growth
The new car market rose 2.6% in 2024 while EV uptake surged thanks to record fleet uptake.
Fuel prices up for third month in a row
Fuel prices rose for the third month in a row in December, but remain close to late 2019 levels, new RAC data shows.
Dealers back ZEV mandate rethink for vans
Dealers have lent their backing to calls for a short-term rethink on the ZEV mandate for commercial vehicles and proposals to cut regulatory burdens for fleets … Read More »
Seasonal slowdown for used cars but positive outlook for Q1, finds Cap
Used car average values fell in December but the outlook for January and beyond is optimistic, Cap HPI has reported.
Private Parking Code of Practice still not in force as legal challenges delay fairer rules for drivers
An official code of practice designed to clamp down on rogue private parking operators is still not in force despite being backed by legislation five years … Read More »
Interview: Victor Zhang of Omoda & Jaecoo UK reveals his ‘Fleet 15’
Victor Zhang, executive vice president of Omoda & Jaecoo UK, tells John Challen about his dream job growing up and favourite film.
Record £1.6bn investment to fill potholes and repair roads
The Government has announced a record £1.6bn investment to fill potholes and repair roads across England for 2025/26.
EV charging prices static, AA Recharge Report finds
UK electric vehicle charging prices remain competitive and stabile, while fuel prices are rising, the AA’s latest EV Recharge Report reveals.
CMA clarifies charging installation misunderstanding for councils
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has helped unlock a barrier to boosting the EV network by clarifying a charging installation misunderstanding for councils.
M20 closure to remove Operation Brock contraflow for Christmas
National Highways is closing sections of the M20 overnight from Sunday into Monday to enable the removal of the Operation Brock contraflow for Christmas.
Grey fleet drivers not made to sign driving for work policies
Fleets are exposing themselves to risk by not implementing robust regulatory and training policies for grey fleet drivers, TTC Group has found.
Car manufacturing drops a third in worst November since 1980
UK car production fell by 30.1% in November, marking the ninth consecutive month of decline and the worst performance for the month since 1980.
Honda Prelude to return to UK as hybrid coupé
Honda has confirmed its Prelude sports coupé will arrive in Europe early 2026, complete with hybrid technology and an advanced new gearbox.
Honda to unveil two ‘0 Series’ prototype EVs at CES 2025
Honda is presenting a pair of 0 Series prototype models at CES 2025 ahead of their introduction to the global market from 2026.
2025 outlook and EV tests in new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, providing the latest insights and advice for fleets and drivers looking to go electric.
Third of motorists support instant roadside bans for drink-driving
Tougher sentences and instant roadside bans could be the most effective solutions to tackle drink-driving, according to a survey of UK motorists.
Honda and Nissan in possible merger talks, reports suggest
Honda and Nissan are investigating a merger that would enable them to better compete against Tesla and Chinese electric vehicle makers such as BYD, reports suggest.
Proactive drug and alcohol screening could save lives this Christmas, says TTC
More than one in 10 (11%) of motorists have driven despite knowing they have consumed more than the legal drink drive limit, a new study has … Read More »
JCT600 VLS appoints first-ever commercial director to drive strategy
JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions (VLS) has appointed Manjinder (Manny) Singh as commercial director in a newly created role to help drive its customer-focused business strategy forward.
GWM reveals UK launch pricing for hybrid SUV
GWM has revealed that its Haval Jolion Pro hybrid SUV will go on sale in the UK from February 2025, priced from £23,995 to £29,995.
Iain Forsyth to assume reins at Mercedes-Benz Vans UK
Mercedes-Benz Vans UK has named Iain Forsyth as its managing director, effective from 1 March 2025.
SMEs could save over £11,000 a van by going electric, economics think-tank finds
Small businesses in Europe could save over £11,000 a van over three years by switching to electric vans thanks to charging savings compared to fuel costs … Read More »
Mitie adds 6,000th electric vehicle to fleet
Mitie has deployed the 6,000th electric vehicle on its fleet, marking the latest major milestone in its journey to net zero.
Zurich renews fleet management contract with Zenith
Financial services provider Zurich has renewed its contract with Zenith, encompassing vehicle leasing, fleet management and salary sacrifice provision.
BP Pulse to transform DPD’s depot charging in new infrastructure deal
BP Pulse and parcel delivery company DPD are working together to transform DPD’s charging capabilities across its nationwide depot network.
Scottish government opens consultation on charging plans
The Scottish Government has reiterated that private sector investment will play a critical role in delivering thousands of charge points by 2030 as it opens a … Read More »
ZEV mandate rollback would threaten UK investment, government warned
Weakening ZEV mandate targets would threaten billions of pounds of UK investment, the UK government has been warned.
Supplier stories: Nexus Vehicle Rental
Scott Haddow, CEO of Nexus Vehicle Rental, explains why his company is good for fleets and how renting can play a big role in the future.