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Allstar partners with Plug Me In to simplify EV charge point installation for fleets
Fuel, EV and business expense payment specialist Allstar has teamed up with energy technology solutions provider Plug Me In to help businesses simplify the installation of … Read More »
Fleet hot topics to come under focus at AFP MemberExpo roundtable debates
A series of roundtable debates at the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP’s) first-ever MemberExpo later this month will feature some of the UK’s leading fleet managers … Read More »
Free UK roadside charger network to save EV drivers £840 a year
Australian EV charging company Jolt has launched its free roadside charger stations in the UK as part of global expansion plans.
Government pushes ahead with new laws on self-driving vehicles
The Government is moving ahead with legislation to enable the rollout of self-driving vehicle technology and “position the UK as world-leader”.
Wales & West Utilities outsources commercial fleet management to Zenith
Wales & West Utilities has signed up Zenith to provide commercial fleet management services under a new three-year deal.
Volvo reveals fully electric EM90 luxury MPV with 458-mile range
Volvo has taken the wraps off the new EM90, its first people carrier and a big part of its plans to go fully electric by 2030.
UK petrol station group EG to expand charging network with Tesla ultra-fast devices
Petrol station giant EG Group is buying Tesla’s latest ultra-fast charging units to add to its rapidly growing charging network.
Licence Check unveils new interactive DAVIS Coaching module with driver app
Licence Check has unveiled a new interactive coaching module for company drivers within its DAVIS (Driver and Vehicle Information Solution) platform, delivered by a company-first driver … Read More »
UK fuel prices remain cause for concern, says competition watchdog
The UK’s competition watchdog has warned of continued concerns for fuel prices – including fuel retailers’ profit margins – despite action taken this summer.
Government support could spur major fleet demand for electric retrofit of vans
The Government is being urged to provide support for new range-extender technology that could be retrofitted to thousands of diesel vans already on the roads, cutting … Read More »
Vauxhall reveals revamped Combo and Combo Electric
Vauxhall has debuted its new Combo and Combo Electric vans, which get key upgrades to offer increased practicality to van fleets.
Tesla opens app-based test drives in UK and Ireland
Drivers in the UK and Ireland can now schedule Tesla test drives and access the cars directly, all via the carmaker’s app.
BVRLA takes three-point plan for fleet decarbonisation direct to MPs
The BVRLA has launched its Future of Fleets Manifesto 2024, revealing its key asks of government for the fleet sector.
Geotab passes landmark of four million global subscriptions
Geotab has hit the landmark of four million global subscriptions for its connected transportation solutions.
EV drivers’ best charging networks revealed in 2023 Zapmap study
Zapmap has revealed the winners of its annual public charging network satisfaction rankings, with Fastned once again ranked in first place.
Volkswagen’s flagship ID.7 now available to order
Volkswagen has opened orders for its ID.7 electric flagship – the brand’s first all-electric upper mid-sized car and the new pinnacle of its range.
Dangers of aftermarket EV charging cables revealed in new investigation
Aftermarket electric vehicle charging cables can pose a risk of overheating and electric shocks for users, an investigation by What Car has revealed.
Rivian opens up electric van sales to all fleets as exclusive deal with Amazon ends
EV maker Rivian Automotive is targeting sales of its electric van across all fleets as its exclusive tie-up with Amazon ends.
Toyota bZ4X gets ‘blue light’ debut with London parks police team
The Toyota bZ4X has taken on its first ‘blue light’ public service role, joining the fleet of one of London’s busiest parks police teams.
Interview: Andrew Jago, general manager, fleet and business, JLR
A new corporate identity and a revolution at Jaguar means exciting – and busy – times for Andrew Jago, general manager, fleet and business, JLR.
Free Van Fleet World and Aptean webinar to reveal value of delivery optimisation
A free webinar that will give essential insights on how to cut costs and streamline delivery routes is taking place on 28 November at 10am.
New Renault Master to deliver greater efficiency in ICE and EV guise
Renault has teased its next-generation Master LCV ahead of its unveiling at the Solutrans motor show this month.
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 »
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