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Transport Secretary sets out ‘move fast and fix things’ motto for DfT and five key priorities
New Transport Secretary Louise Haigh has promised to deliver the biggest overhaul to transport in a generation as she sets out the five key priorities for … Read More »
Latest issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World now out
The new issue of Fleet World and Van Fleet World is now available, featuring latest tests, insights and a special focus on getting EV Ready.
Royal Mail switches air freight to vans and HGVs to hit net zero target
Royal Mail is halving the number of domestic flights it operates as the company ramps up road vehicle use to improve reliability for customers and minimise … Read More »
Tolls for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnels revealed in TfL consultation
A consultation setting out plans to charge tolls for the Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnels is now underway by Transport for London (TfL).
Renault Symbioz hybrid SUV arrives to challenge Nissan Qashqai
Renault’s Symbioz hybrid SUV is now on sale, bringing the fight to the Nissan Qashqai and Ford Puma.
M25 set for third full weekend closure from Friday
Drivers are being warned to avoid the Surrey section of the M25 this coming weekend as work continues on a £317m improvement project.
Free charger for fleets taking part in workplace EV charging trial
Companies are invited to take part in a trial of new, next-generation vehicle-to-grid (V2G) electric vehicle workplace charging technology which could lower carbon emissions and reduce … Read More »
Volkswagen ID.7 Pro S models on sale with up to 437 miles of range
Volkswagen has boosted its ID.7 flagship electric models with new longer-range and faster-charging variants.
Volvo EC40 and EX40 EVs gain Black Editions with 442hp AWD option
Volvo has rolled out a raft of model updates that introduce Black Edition versions, a new EV powertrain and the reinstated V60 and V90 estates in … Read More »
Louise Haigh Sheffield Heeley MP appointed Transport Secretary
Sheffield Heeley MP Louise Haigh has set out her plans “to get Britain moving” as Transport Secretary in new prime minister Sir Keir Starmer’s cabinet.
Citroën opens orders for ë-C3 electric supermini
Citroën has opened orders for the new fully electric ë-C3 – one of the UK’s cheapest electric cars.
Fleet and auto sector’s to-do list for new government
Prominent fleet and automotive stakeholders set out their calls for action following Labour’s victory in the general election.
Peugeot slashes EV prices and adds Allure Care warranty
Peugeot has cut prices across key electric cars and rolled out its Allure Care warranty further.
BYD partners with Ayvens to drive EV sales in Europe
Chinese carmaker BYD is partnering with leasing and mobility giant Ayvens to drive take-up of its electric cars and LCVs in Europe.
Bumper month for fleet registrations but EV share still flat
The UK new car market grew a modest 1.1% in June, driven yet again by robust demand from fleets while consumer take-up continued to drop off.
Jaecoo to make European debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed
New offroad brand Jaecoo is to make its official European public debut at this month’s Goodwood Festival of Speed.
New partnership to develop ‘industry-first’ telematics solution for e-cargo bikes
CleverTec Systems has teamed up with Queclink Wireless Solutions to develop all-in-one fleet and video telematics for electric cargo bikes.
Humax launches commercial EV chargers to global market
Humax has debuted its commercial EV charger line-up to the global market, following its recent entry into the home EV charger industry.
Fleet Driving for Work policy gaps highlighted by latest-gen software
Fleets can now use latest software from FleetCheck to spotlight any gaps in their Driving for Work documentation to ensure they are legally compliant.
Alternative fuel vehicles dominate top 10 fleet registrations, finds Cap HPI
The top 10 registered cars by fleets are dominated by EVs and hybrids, according to the latest Insight report from Cap HPI.
Suzuki axes Swift Sport, Ignis, Swace and Jimny van to ‘exit ICE era’
Suzuki GB is culling four major models as part of plans to ditch combustion models and embrace EVs.
New online e-learning programme brings training straight to fleet drivers
A new online e-learning programme that trains fleet drivers interactively and remotely has launched from Red Corporate Driver Training.
DAVIS breaks DVLA licence check record for second year running
Licence Check has broken the record for the number of licence checks carried out in a year through its DAVIS platform, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency … Read More »
Fuel prices fall again but drivers still ripped off at pumps, says RAC
Fuel prices have fallen for the second consecutive month but are still overpriced by up to 8p a litre.
Falling refurbishment capacity creating remarketing bottlenecks
Falling capacity in the refurbishment sector is creating “substantial bottlenecks” in preparing cars and vans for sale, the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) has warned.
Fiat slashes starting price of 500e to £21,995
Fiat has cut £3,200 off the starting price of the 500e hatchback and convertible, making the city car one of the most affordable electric vehicles available … Read More »
Ampere EV unit to cut battery costs by 20% for Renault Group
Ampere, Renault Group’s EV arm, has unveiled a new plan that it says will slash the cost of batteries in its vehicles by 20% from 2026.
Škoda Elroq previewed as electric alternative to Karoq SUV
Škoda has revealed more details of its upcoming Elroq – the brand’s smallest electric SUV and the first car to display its new styling.
‘Watered-down’ private parking code of practice fails to tackle industry concerns
A new code of practice published by the private parking industry has raised concerns by failing to tackle key areas.
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