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EU U-turn to force major changes for real-world emissions

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Carmakers will need take giant strides in real-world emissions performance to meet Euro 6 emissions limits following a ruling made today by the Court of Justice of … Read More »

Charging 2.0: How the latest EVs are opening up electric motoring to fleets

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With the first long-range, mass-market electric cars coming to market and plug-in sales continuing to grow, Alex Grant looks at how new technology could re-shape the … Read More »

Fleets offered full finance packages for smart EV chargers

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EV chargepoint reseller Raw Charging has teamed up with ChargePoint and Close Brothers Asset Finance to offer full finance packages for smart electric vehicle chargers.

Euro NCAP ‘Best in Class’ winners for 2018 revealed

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Euro NCAP has announced the 2018 ‘Best in Class’ winners, reflecting those vehicles that have received the highest safety scores in recognition of their stand-out protection.

SUVs to drive Citroën fleet take-up

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The new C5 Aircross presents a major opportunity for Citroën to grow its presence, including in the fleet sector, where it marks new ground for the … Read More »

Industry mourns loss of former Ssangyong Motor UK CEO Paul Williams

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It is with great sadness that Fleet World reports the death of Paul Williams, the former CEO of SsangYong Motor UK.

Fleets asked for feedback on Energy Saving Trust transport programme

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The Energy Saving Trust is asking fleets to take part in a short survey to help evaluate its transport programme.

Motorway chargepoints should be saved for pure EVs, report finds

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Plug-in hybrids should be stopped from using rapid chargepoints on motorways until they can accept electricity at a faster rate to stop blocking pure EVs.

First Drive: Nissan Qashqai 1.3-litre petrol

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A tie-in with Daimler adds refinement and improves economy in the latest Qashqai update, discovers Jonathan Musk…

BT pledges to deploy EVs on fleet

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BT Group has made a major commitment to deploy electric vehicles on its fleet under the EV100 initiative.

Microlise takes 20% stake in Trakm8

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Telematics giant Microlise has acquired a 20% stake in Trakm8 as it says the two firms will explore collaborations but will retain their separate operations.

Road Test: Mercedes-Benz C-Class & E-Class PHEVs

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More range, faster charging and a diesel option add up to perhaps the perfect all-round choice for fleets, says Kyle Fortune.

New-gen battery tech to provide 300-mile range in next Kia EV

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Kia has confirmed its next major electric vehicle (EV), due circa 2020, will offer a range in excess of 300 miles and will likely be equipped … Read More »

Vauxhall fleet sales director James Taylor promoted to wider role

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Vauxhall fleet sales and remarketing director James Taylor has been promoted to the wider role of general sales director, effective immediately.  

Fiat Panda gets zero-star Euro NCAP rating

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has been told to step up to the mark on vehicle safety after the 2018 Fiat Panda was given a zero-star rating in … Read More »

5 reasons why fleets should attend The Great British Fleet Event 2019

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The inaugural Great British Fleet Event takes place on 24 January 2019 at the Novotel London West, Hammersmith. Natalie Middleton looks at why fleets and mobility … Read More »

Hyundai Kona Electric driving range corrected to 279 miles

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Hyundai has revised the official WLTP range for its Kona Electric SUV downwards after confirming it had suffered the same testing issues reported yesterday for the … Read More »

First Drive: Kia e-Niro

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Conventional styling and more boot space are key e-Niro attractions, reckons Martyn Collins.

Kia e-Niro official range downgraded

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Kia Motors Europe has revised the WLTP range figure for its forthcoming e-Niro SUV as it says the previously published figures had been incorrectly supplied by … Read More »

Visitor registration opens for ‘3 in 1′ Great British Fleet Event

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Fleet and mobility managers can now register for January’s Great British Fleet Event, which will bring an information-packed line-up of conference, exhibition and awards to highlight … Read More »

New Kia Soul EV brings extra power and range

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Kia has unveiled its second-generation Soul EV, which launches in 2019 and will bring increased power and range.

2018 Fleet Heroes Awards winners revealed

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Fleets including local authorities, public sector organisations and distribution firms have secured recognition for their work in advancing ultra low emission vehicle take-up at this year’s … Read More »

Still life for company cars, says fleet expert

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Company cars still have a vital role to play for businesses, despite rising costs, but it has never been more important for fleet managers to understand … Read More »

Nine in 10 fleets plan to go electric in next decade

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The majority of fleets are looking to go electric in the next 10 years, driven by rising government pressure as well as advances in technology.

Thatcham names new chief executive

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Thatcham Research has appointed Jonathan Hewett as chief executive, succeeding Peter Shaw who stepped down earlier this year.

Nottingham air quality plan gets government green light

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Nottingham is to progress schemes to clean up air pollution in the city without charging vehicles after securing approval from the Government.

First Drive: Suzuki Jimny

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Don’t be fooled by the cute styling, Suzuki’s tough Jimny means business. By Alex Grant.

Andrew Cope joins Fleetondemand as executive chairman

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Fleet and mobility technology firm Fleetondemand has appointed well-known industry figure Andrew Cope as its executive chairman.

SUV-inspired Ford Focus Active to launch in January

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Ford is to launch Active variants of its fourth-generation five-door and estate Focus from January as it targets SUV and crossover customers.

Increased yellow box junction enforcement could see PCNs skyrocket

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Drivers who come to a halt on ‘yellow box’ junctions could face much tougher enforcement if councils get the go-ahead on new powers.