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Believ acquires SMS Public EV Charging to accelerate charge point rollout
Charge point operator Believ has acquired Smart Metering Systems’ (SMS Plc) public EV charging business entity and all assets for an undisclosed amount.
Hyundai to share hydrogen technology with Škoda in new collaboration
Hyundai Motor Company and Škoda Group have penned a deal to collaborate on hydrogen advancement and energy efficient solutions for mobility.
Nexus Rental boosts leadership team with dual appointments
Nexus has made two key appointments to its leadership team to drive the next level of growth in its B2B vehicle and plant hire business.
Genesis to showcase EVs and fleet proposition at dedicated events
Genesis Motor UK is kicking off a dedicated programme of events for the fleet and corporate market to spotlight its electrified vehicles and expanded fleet team.
Van fleets most likely to benefit from hybrid sales extension, says FleetCheck
Van fleets are likely to be the biggest winners from the Government’s clarification that hybrids should stay on sale in some form until 2035, says FleetCheck.
Red light rollout to save lives among breakdown recovery workers
New rules enabling roadside assistance and vehicle recovery operators to use red flashing lights will “unequivocally” help save lives, according to the RAC.
EVs now top form of power chosen by 1link Service Network fleet users
More than one in three (35.3%) fleet cars and vans added to Epyx’s 1link Service Network during August were fully electric, the company has reported.
One in six grey fleet drivers fail to declare business miles to insurer
One in six (16%) drivers who use their personal car for business trips have failed to inform their insurance provider, according to a poll by the … Read More »
Electric vehicles written off less than ICE, Cap HPI data shows
Electric vehicles are written off at less than half the rate of petrol and diesel vehicles, a new study from Cap HPI reveals.
BYD targets last-mile fleets with E-Vali electric LCV
BYD has showcased a line-up of fully electric LCVs and trucks, springboarding its plans to break into the European commercial fleet sector.
Maxus eTerron 9 breaks new ground as UK’s first AWD electric pickup
Maxus has debuted the UK’s first all-wheel-drive fully electric pickup at this year’s IAA Transportation in Hanover.
Lightfoot tech saves UK fleets £100m+ in five years
Lightfoot’s driver improvement and efficiency technology has racked up fuel savings of more than £100m for customers in five years, the firm has revealed.
Shared charging platform for electric fleets close to launch
An online platform that allows fleets to share their electric vehicle charging facilities with other businesses is close to launching, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) … Read More »
EV batteries now able to last 20 years or more, Geotab data shows
Electric vehicle batteries should now last 20 years or more on average, new data from Geotab indicates.
Low BiK and mileage rates for EVs still vital for fleets, government told
The Government needs to make its signals clear on electric company cars in the Autumn Budget, according to FleetCheck.
EV Survey 2024: Share your fleet plans for chance to win a hotel break
Fleet World’s 2024 EV Survey is now open, enabling decision-makers to help shape future fleet electrification and grab a chance to win a hotel break.
Webfleet AI Assistant could prove gamechanger for fleets
Webfleet has introduced a new AI Assistant, helping fleet managers more efficiently interact with fleet data.
Peugeot E-3008 and E-5008 Long Range variants rated for over 400 miles
Peugeot’s new E-3008 and E-5008 Long Range variants will deliver class-leading efficiency, WLTP figures have revealed.
Hybrids likely to stay on sale after 2030, DfT confirms
New hybrid cars are likely to remain on sale as part of the reinstated 2030 ICE phase-out, the Government has said.
Ford confirms specs for all-new E-Transit Courier at IAA reveal
Ford has debuted the E-Transit Courier in Europe just weeks ahead of its official launch.
Kia debuts electric vans in Europe and gears for LCV market disruption
Kia’s range of purpose-built electric vehicles have made their European debut at the IAA show, showcasing the brand’s plans to disrupt the LCV market.
Ford Ranger plug-in hybrid pickup debuts at IAA 2024
Ford has debuted its Ranger PHEV at the IAA show in Hanover, blazing a trail for plug-in-hybrid pickups.
Renault previews new Master hydrogen van at IAA 2024
Renault Group has prefigured its forthcoming hydrogen-powered Master van at IAA 2024.
Renault Estafette reborn as urban electric van under Flexis joint venture
A new concept previewing a future urban electric van has gone on display at the IAA 2024 show in Hanover.
All-new Volkswagen Transporter unwrapped in full at IAA 2024
The all-new seventh-generation Volkswagen Transporter has made its global debut at IAA Transportation 2024, upping the game in every dimension.
Kia inks electric van fleet solutions deal with Geotab and 42dot
Kia is teaming up with Geotab and 42dot to develop advanced fleet management solutions for its upcoming electric vans.
Government must act now to stabilise used EV values, says BVRLA
The Government must take action now to avoid further volatility in used electric vehicle values, the BVRLA has warned.
Peugeot 3008 gains plug-in hybrid with 52-mile electric range
Peugeot’s 3008 crossover is now available as a plug-in hybrid, providing a further fleet-friendly powertrain for drivers.
AA calls for 1,000 more ‘cops in cars’ to clamp down on careless driving
More ‘cops in cars’ are needed in England and Wales to clamp down on careless driving and wider crime, according to the AA.
Q&A: Cavendish Nuclear on its RoSPA Fleet Safety Award win success
Cavendish Nuclear won the coveted fleet safety trophy at this year’s RoSPA Health and Safety Awards – the latest in the company’s long line of RoSPA … Read More »