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Invalid insurance data inflating fleet EV premiums, warns AFP
Insurers are increasing fleet premiums for EVs based on “incorrect and, in some instances, irrelevant” data, the Association of Fleet Professionals has warned.
King’s Speech expedites self-driving vehicles with new legislation
An Automated Vehicles Bill that will clear the way for self-driving vehicles to be used on Britain’s roads has been announced in the King’s Speech.
Used car values fall further in fast-moving market
Used car values have slipped by a further 1.5% following October’s record drop, Cap HPI has reported.
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan hits landmark of half-a-million funded EVs
Leasing and mobility brand ALD Automotive | LeasePlan has reached the landmark of having half a million EVs on the road.
Rise of home working prompts company car contract extensions
Almost a quarter of fleets (23%) expect to lengthen their company car lease contracts because of the growth in home working, according to new research.
Allica Bank launches £10m dedicated fund to help SMEs go electric
Allica Bank has launched a new £10m dedicated fund to support SMEs with the purchase of electric vehicles, while also offering reduced rates on EVs.
Business leasing demand for EVs outperforms diesel and petrol combined
Business lease popularity for battery electric vehicles (BEVs) has outperformed both diesel and petrol combined at Leasing.com for the first time in the site’s history.
‘Dangerous’ shortfall in ADAS-qualified technicians could risk road safety
A current dangerous shortfall in technicians qualified to work on vehicles with ADAS could present a real road safety risk, according to the Institute of the … Read More »
Tevva to sue ElectraMeccanica for damages following scrapped merger
British electric vehicle manufacturer Tevva Motors has said it intends to sue ElectraMeccanica Vehicles Corp (EMV) for $75m (£60.4m / €69.8m) damages after the Canadian e-mobility … Read More »
‘Flourishing’ fleet demand pushes new car market above pre-pandemic levels
October new car registrations have hit their highest level since 2018, driven almost entirely by registrations from large fleets.
New Škoda Superb gets extra space and longer-range PHEV
Škoda has unveiled its all-new Superb hatchback and estate, revealing advances in space, design, technology and powertrains for its flagship ICE model.
Volkswagen Crafter gets next-gen tech in comprehensive update
Volkswagen has overhauled its Crafter large van in a “far-reaching” update that adds latest-generation technology.
Petrol still ‘seriously overpriced at pumps’ despite 2p-a-litre October drop
The average price of petrol fell by 2p a litre in October, bringing an end to a four-month run of rising prices, but leaving fuel still … Read More »
Majestic accelerates switch to all-electric van fleet
Specialist wine retailer Majestic is advancing plans to transform its entire fleet of delivery vans from diesel to fully electric vehicles, supporting its accelerated sustainability drive.
Altrad takes delivery of replacement LCV fleet
Altrad, a leading provider of support services, is rolling out a brand-new consignment of 150 Ford Transit and Transit Connects to replace its existing fleet.
Six fleet takeaways from i247’s new white paper on tyres
A comprehensive white paper is now out from i247 Group to help fleets better understand the changing tyre industry. Natalie Middleton looks at the six key … Read More »
Volvo launches new Energy Solutions business to build grid solutions
Volvo Cars has launched a new Energy Solutions business to pave the way for its electric cars to power houses and even the grid.
AFP Fleet Academy launches new course aimed at fleet administrators
A new course offering targeted training for employees involved in fleet administration has launched from the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) Fleet Academy.
Registrations open for 2024 Great British Fleet Event
Fleet operators can now sign up for their free ticket to the much-anticipated 2024 Great British Fleet Event.
First all-electric Munro Series-M 4×4 leaves production line
Glasgow-based EV start-up Munro Vehicle has completed the first pre-production model of its electric 4×4 as it confirms a £68m customer pipeline of orders.
Ovo cuts EV charging costs to 7p per kWh
Ovo has cut the cost of its Charge Anytime EV home charging plan by 30% to 7p per kWh, making it the cheapest plan on the … Read More »
Mercedes E-Class Estate on sale with range-topping PHEV
The new Mercedes E-Class Estate is now on sale in the UK, delivering increased space, latest digital tech and a range-topping plug-in hybrid.
UK rollout of self-driving tech to deliver major efficiency and productivity gains
The rollout of self-driving technology in the UK could deliver a £66bn annual economic uplift by 2040 but swift action is needed on legislation to ensure … Read More »
Call for UK to get increased training requirements for van drivers
Red Corporate Driver Training has backed calls from an influential road safety lobby for increased training requirements for van drivers, spotlighting how they could save lives … Read More »
CHAS works with Driving for Better Business for new vehicle compliance scheme
A new solution to take the headache out of vehicle compliance and help raise safety standards is now available for fleets.
Journey analysis could drive fleet EV adoption, advises Arval
Car fleet operators could drive adoption of electric vehicles faster by factoring in analysis of journey types.
Fleet use of independent garages rises as cars and vans age
Fleet use of independent garages is around a quarter higher for company cars and vans aged four years old compared to their one-year-old counterparts, research shows.
H2X Global and KTM reveal hydrogen delivery van prototype
Australian hydrogen fuel cell vehicle manufacturer H2X Global has partnered with Austrian motorcycle and sports car manufacturer KTM Technologies to develop a hydrogen delivery van prototype.
Volkswagen gives first glimpse of ID.7 Tourer all-electric estate
Volkswagen has previewed its first-ever all-electric estate ahead of its launch in Europe next year.
Travis Perkins awards major fleet management deal to Zenith
Builders’ merchant Travis Perkins has signed up Zenith for a five-year fleet management deal across its vehicle fleet.
