Category : Top Stories
Government still failing on air pollution despite Supreme Court order
The majority of the UK is still in breach of European Union legislation some 18 months after the Supreme Court ordered ministers to tackle air pollution.
Mitsubishi hints at electrified Evolution performance cars
Mitsubishi has provided more details on its e-Evolution Concept, which will preview how an electric SUV could be combined with artificial intelligence when it debuts at … Read More »
September new car market falls for first time in six years
New car registrations last month fell 9.3% – marking the first time the important September market has fallen in six years.
2018 Range Rover Sport gets first plug-in hybrid
Land Rover has revealed its 2018 Range Rover Sport, which introduces the brand’s first-ever plug-in hybrid.
Pricing revealed for fourth-generation Audi A8
Audi has announced pricing and specifications for its new A8 flagship, which will bring a large number of high-tech developments for fleets.
Order books open for Seat’s Juke-rivalling Arona
Seat has confirmed UK pricing and specification for its Arona compact crossover.
LeasePlan launches free fleet benchmarking tool
Fleet operators can now benchmark their fleet against LeasePlan’s UK vehicle fleet on three key areas to help assess how their operations are performing.
Nissan launches fast workplace charger ahead of longer-range EV launches
Nissan has launched a new fast charger for fleets and business owners as it looks to spearhead the adoption of electric vehicles by businesses.
Petrol, diesel, electric – 2017 MPG Marathon to settle the great fuel debate
There’s just days to go until this year’s Fleet World/ALD Automotive MPG Marathon eco-driving event gets underway, once more highlighting the benefits of fuel-efficient, economical driving.
Applegreen stakes claim on fuel card arena with no-fee solution
UK and Ireland forecourt retailer Applegreen has expanded into the fuel card sector with two new solutions founded on a combination of low fuel pricing and … Read More »
Dyson to launch electric vehicle by 2020
British technology company Dyson says it’s started work on a battery electric vehicle due by 2020.
Punishing fleets for diesel use would be counter productive, says BVRLA
Implementing further taxes on diesel vehicles would be “grossly unfair” and could actually force fleet drivers into opting for higher-polluting vehicles under cash allowance schemes.
Ogilvie acquires Active Auto Solutions to spearhead rental expansion plans
Ogilvie Group, the parent company of Ogilvie Fleet, has acquired Active Auto Solutions as it pushes ahead with plans to expand its rental presence.
SMH Fleet Solutions owner acquires CD Auction Group
Arctos Holdings, owner of SMH Fleet Solutions and remarketing firm Hudson Kapel, has acquired online auction firm CD Auctions for an undisclosed amount.
Supermarkets cut fuel prices in fresh pump price war
Asda has sparked a fuel price war which has now seen all of the big four supermarkets commit to cutting prices by up to 2 pence … Read More »
TfL refuses to renew Uber licence for London
Transport for London (TfL) is to strip Uber of its licence to operate in the capital after concluding that Uber London Limited “is not fit and … Read More »
Bank of Ireland UK acquires Marshall Leasing
Bank of Ireland UK (BOIUK) has announced the acquisition of Marshall Leasing from Marshall Motor Holdings Plc for £42.5m.
Spotlight: Volvo XC40
Volvo’s first compact SUV is a vital part of its near-future growth plans, as Alex Grant explains.
Appetite for diesel cars still strong among used buyers
Secondhand buyer interest in diesel remains strong with recent diesel ‘demonisation’ having failed to impact on used prices and motorists not stampeding to sell their diesel … Read More »
Fleet misuse of PHEVs revealed in TMC analysis
Businesses deploying plug-in hybrids without assessing their suitability for fleet operation could be in for a nasty surprise on running costs.
Multinationals make global fleet commitments to shift to EVs
Global firms including LeasePlan, Ikea and Deutsche Post DHL Group have pledged to migrate their fleets and infrastructure over to electric vehicles by 2030 under a … Read More »
‘Green’ E10 petrol could increase fuel bills for fleets
The possible introduction of a new ‘green’ unleaded petrol variant could bring higher fuel bills for fleets, experts warn.
Lord Rose appointed Zenith chairman
Former Marks & Spencers chief executive Lord Rose has joined Zenith as chairman.
Revised Mondeo cuts costs, bolsters user-chooser appeal
Ford has restructured the Mondeo range, reducing the number of trim levels, cutting on-the-road pricing and adding equipment to bolster its user-chooser appeal.
Brexit already impacting on fleets, finds BT’s Fleet Solutions report
The UK vote to leave the EU is already taking its toll on some UK fleets, with the true impact of Brexit yet to be felt.
Call for urgent HMRC guidance as employees fall foul of car–van confusion
Accountancy firm RSM is calling for an urgent update to HMRC tax guidance on determining cars and vans as it warns that employees may fall foul … Read More »
FairFuelUK launches crowd funding legal campaign to stop ‘toxic taxes’ on cars
Campaign group FairFuelUK has launched a crowd funding campaign to raise funds for a two-part legal challenge intended to stop air quality tax hikes on cars … Read More »
Frankfurt IAA 2017
Fleet World’s round-up of the most important headlines from the 2017 Frankfurt Motor Show.
UK Government ‘flouting its duty’ on air quality, finds UN report
UK citizens’ right to life is being implicated by air quality issues with the government having been accused of “flouting its duty”.
‘Dutch Reach’ method could help cut cycling fatalities, campaigners say
Encouraging car drivers and passengers to adopt the ‘Dutch Reach’ method of opening doors could help prevent a large number of cyclist injuries and fatalities a … Read More »
