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Retrofitting is pragmatic solution for electrification, government and van fleets told
UK vehicle electrification specialist Bedeo has called on the new Labour government to support van retrofitting as a key part of the low-emission transition.
Busiest August bank holiday on record could bring roads chaos
The upcoming bank holiday could see major delays on UK roads as drivers go ‘day trip crazy’.
ULEZ scrappage scheme to close on 7 September
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is closing the ULEZ scrappage scheme on 7 September, marking a blow to car and van operators.
Government Fleet Commitment: New guidance on reporting and exemptions
New guidance outlining the scope, reporting and exemption of the government fleet commitment is now out from the Department for Transport (DfT).
Blackwall Tunnel: Closures planned this weekend and early September
The Blackwall Tunnel will close for a further two weekends this summer to allow for works on the new Silvertown Tunnel.
Pioneering research hub to decarbonise UK transport
A new research hub using pioneering digital twin technology is launching to decarbonise UK transport systems.
Škoda Octavia gains diesel SportLine and most powerful vRS yet
Škoda has revamped the Octavia line-up with a new diesel-powered SportLine variant alongside a new high-performance vRS flagship.
FOD Mobility Group focuses on core Fleetondemand business and mulls MaaS options
FOD Mobility Group is weighing up options for its Mobilleo Mobility-as-a-Service platform as it puts prime focus on its core Fleetondemand business.
Fake QR codes being used in parking and charging payment scams
Drivers are being urged not to use QR codes to pay for parking or EV charging following a spate of scams.
Fleet driver interest in hydrogen cars on the rise
Business drivers are becoming increasingly open to hydrogen cars, a new study has indicated.
Reinvented Vauxhall Grandland on sale with 325-mile fully electric option
Vauxhall’s all-new Grandland SUV is on sale now, complete with the option of a fully electric option for the first time and a longer-range version later.
Rush to hit ZEV mandate targets will impact residual values, warns Cox
Pressure on carmakers to hit ZEV mandate targets will create an “unrealistic and unnatural market” that will impact future residual values, according to Cox Automotive.
Manufacturers increasingly refusing longer-term claims on older vehicles, reports AFP
Manufacturers are increasingly refusing longer-term, out-of-warranty claims as more fleets run older vehicles, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
Scottish Water rolls out 111-strong Fiat ICE and EV van fleet
Scottish Water has acquired more than 100 new Fiat Professional vans as part of its latest vehicle replacement programme.
Gridserve plans global expansion to drive electric mobility shift
Gridserve founder Toddington Harper has announced plans to expand the company globally in a move to support new “world-class” EV partner networks around the world.
Kwik Fit boosts mobile service with 100+ Sprinter vans
Kwik Fit has expanded its mobile tyre fitting service with the addition of more than 100 Mercedes-Benz Sprinters.
New issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine now out
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now live, packed full of insights and advice to aid fleets and drivers with the electric … Read More »
Smart shows off #5 electric SUV ahead of debut
Smart has showcased its upcoming #5 electric SUV, which makes its world debut on 28 August.
Wialon hits landmark of four million connected vehicles in 160 countries
Global fleet management software platform Wialon has reached a record number of four million vehicles connected via its technology across 160 countries.
Sogo’s new flexible leasing concept to help fleets get leaner and greener
A new flexible leasing model that ensures companies always have access to the lowest-emission vehicle has debuted from Sogo.
Smart charging trial to cut costs for electric vehicle drivers
EDF is trialling a new electric vehicle tariff that automates smart charging to unlock cash and carbon savings for EV drivers.
Drivers still unaware of major Highway Code changes introduced two years ago
Two-fifths of drivers remain unaware of a flagship update to the Highway Code, despite it being introduced more than two years ago.
Pendragon Vehicle Management names new leader after acquisition by Lithia
Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) has appointed a new group vice president, following its acquisition by Lithia UK earlier this year.
London sees dramatic increase in cargo bikes as fleets switch from vans
The number of cargo bikes used in London has soared dramatically as support builds for zero-emission deliveries.
Used car sales up 7.2% in sixth successive quarter of growth
The UK’s used car market grew 7.2% in Q2 2024, marking the sixth successive quarter of growth.
Infinium buys West Thurrock sites for FleetHub charging development
Infinium Logistics has acquired two adjoining sites in West Thurrock for a new electric vehicle FleetHub development.
Significant progress in EV charger rollout but disparities remain
Local authorities in Britain have made significant progress in the rollout of EV charging but ongoing disparities in coverage remain.
Cost of EVs still hampering electric switch, say business drivers
Cost remains the biggest blocker for employers switching to EVs, according to new Europcar Mobility Group research.
DfT-funded project to enable fleets to share EV charging
A new project that will enable fleet operators to share private depot charge points is now up and running with the help of Department for Transport … Read More »
Vauxhall shaves nearly £3k off Astra Electric with new Griffin entry grade
Vauxhall has cut entry pricing for its Astra Electric with the arrival of the new Griffin grade.
