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Trakm8 to showcase one-stop shop for fleet efficiency and safety at GBFE 2025
Trakm8 is returning to the Great British Fleet Event as a headline partner to show how you can get a 360-degree view of your fleet.
Tarmac boosts fleet fuel economy 30% with Geotab and Motormax integration
Tarmac has recorded major gains in fleet safety, sustainability and operational efficiency in collaboration with Geotab and Motormax.
Only 3% of England’s local road network maintained last year
Only a “slither” of England’s total local road network received maintenance attention last year as councils focused instead on fixing potholes.
National Highways marks decade of Operation Tramline with shocking new footage of driver offences
National Highways is marking 10 years of its Operation Tramline road safety initiative by releasing footage of the latest shocking unsafe driving offences captured by police.
ZEV mandate revisions draw polarised reactions
The UK’s automakers, climate groups and charging and fleet firms have responded to the ZEV mandate changes with deeply polarised reactions.
UK regulator fines carmakers over recycling collusion
The UK’s regulator has fined 10 manufacturers and two trade bodies for breaking competition law in relation to vehicle recycling and related advertising claims.
Pump prices could hit four-year low as oil prices tumble
Petrol and diesel prices could fall to levels last seen in 2021 on the back of tumbling oil prices.
EV battery health extends well beyond OEM warranties
EV battery health remains high even after vehicles have racked up 100,000-plus miles on the road, new analysis has found.
Brighton and Hove to power up UK’s ‘largest’ on-street charging project
Brighton & Hove City Council (BHCC) is rolling more than 6,000 street chargers in the UK’s ‘largest’ on-street charging project to date.
Shortlist for Great British Fleet Awards 2025 revealed
The shortlist for the Great British Fleet Awards 2025, run by Fleet World, is now out, revealing those fleet managers and service firms vying for top … Read More »
Tolls start on Blackwall and new Silvertown Tunnel
The new Silvertown Tunnel under the Thames is now open for use, with tolls of up to £6.50 for van car drivers and charges replicated at … Read More »
Government to allow new hybrid cars and ICE vans on sale until 2035
The Department for Transport is relaxing the UK’s ZEV mandate rules for automakers and giving firms more support on meeting targets, responding to the US tariffs.
Hyundai unveils second-gen Nexo hydrogen SUV with 435-mile range
Hyundai is pushing ahead with plans for hydrogen mobility with the debut of its second-generation Nexo SUV.
Supersized SUVs should pay higher parking charges, say drivers
Drivers have lent their support to calls from campaigners for parking costs in cities to be based on the size of a car and for fairer … Read More »
Charge point stats show soaring installations of ultra-rapid hubs
Public charge point installations in the UK surged in the first quarter of 2025, with ultra-rapid hubs leading the way.
Fleet registrations bounce back in March while EVs record best-ever month
UK new car registrations soared last month in a welcome return to growth that also marked a new high for EV demand.
Kia and LG turn PV5 electric vans into AI-powered smart mobility concepts
Kia is showcasing the potential for its new electric vans to become AI-powered mobility space solutions in collaboration with LG Electronics.
Renault boosts design and refinement for Austral hybrid SUV
The Renault Austral hybrid SUV has been given a midlife revamp, sharpening design and adding new digital tech and comfort-focused features.
Used EV market support vital for zero-emission switch, fleets and leasecos tell government
UK fleet operators, trade bodies and vehicle rental and leasing companies have called for vital action to support used EV market and avoid derailing the zero-emission … Read More »
Škoda Elroq vRS to boast 340hp of power and 340 miles of range
Škoda is launching a vRS performance version of the Elroq six months after the electric compact SUV debuted.
Trump’s tariffs to have far-reaching consequences, auto sector warns
The automotive sector has warned that Trump’s newly announced ‘Liberation Day’ import tariffs are likely to have far-reaching consequences, putting automotive jobs at risk, reshaping the … Read More »
Fuel prices down 4p but fall may be short-lived
Petrol and diesel prices have fallen for the first time in months but the price cuts may be short-lived, the RAC has warned.
Polestar 2 gets more range and upgraded tech for 2026 model year
The Polestar 2 electric hatchback has been given a 2026 model year revamp, complete with more range and latest technology.
Europe’s largest public charging network launches with 11,000+ chargers
A new charging network billed as the largest in Europe has launched under a landmark industry collaboration.
Vauxhall Corsa Electric gets range boost and vehicle-to-load capability
The Vauxhall Corsa Electric has gained more range and vehicle-to-load capabilities in a latest update.
Jato launches new used car data solution for fleet and leasecos
Jato Dynamics has debuted a new solution to meet growing demand for accurate, detailed used vehicle information.
Europcar simplifies EV rental with convenient charging process
Europcar has revised its battery charging policy for cars and vans to give drivers extra range and quicker drop-offs.
Ford Fleet Management breaks into salary sacrifice sector
Ford Fleet Management (FFM), the mobility solutions JV between Ford and Ayvens, has debuted a salary sacrifice car scheme in partnership with GMP Drivercare.
Volkswagen Multivan and Caddy Cargo now on sale as plug-in hybrids
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ Caddy Cargo van and seven-seat Multivan people carrier are now available with plug-in hybrids.
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