Category : Top Stories
Northgate to help fleets fast-track van electrification at 2024 GBFE
Fleets attending next month’s Great British Fleet Event will be able to find out how to advance their electrification plans for vans.
Nissan to slash EV costs and achieve ICE parity by 2030 under new plans
Nissan has set out plans to launch new models, advance electrification and achieve significant next-generation EV cost reduction under its revised strategy.
Honda confirms participation in Great British Fleet Event 2024
Honda has announced its support and participation in the upcoming Great British Fleet Event 2024 on 17 April at the Marshall Arena in Milton Keynes.
Electric vehicle economics under focus in new EV Fleet World Digital mag
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – including expert insights on electric vehicle economics.
Renault and Volvo Group forge ahead with electric vans venture
Renault Group and Volvo Group are pushing ahead with plans to develop a “revolutionary” generation of electric vans following the creation of their joint venture.
New-gen Suzuki Swift delivers low emissions and better fuel economy
The new Suzuki Swift supermini arrives next month, delivering enhanced styling and performance, alongside lower CO2 emissions and better fuel economy.
BMW previews electric SUVs of the future with Vision Neue Klasse X
BMW has lifted the lid on its next-generation electric SUVs with the unveiling of a new concept.
Stellantis LCVs get new data pack to unlock ‘unmatched’ connected vehicle services
Mobilisights, Stellantis’ inhouse data business, has launched an integrated data package that will enable near real-time connected vehicle data for the group’s LCVs.
Volkswagen to debut self-driving ID. Buzz in Mobileye collaboration
Volkswagen is teaming up with Mobileye to bring new automated driving functions to series production – including a self-driving version of the ID. Buzz.
Isuzu to launch electric D-Max pickup with one-tonne payload and AWD
Isuzu has revealed its plans for a fully electric D-Max pickup, intended to offer uncompromised performance with electric technology.
Peugeot E-5008 packs in seven seats and 410-mile range
Peugeot has unveiled its E-5008 large SUV, complete with seven seats and up to 410 miles of range.
Citroën opens orders for revamped van range
Citroën’s facelifted Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay vans are now open for orders following updates across the line-up.
Volkswagen Crafter gets digital cockpit, latest-gen infotainment and ChatGPT
Volkswagen has treated its Crafter panel van to an extensive technology update, adding in key innovations.
Fleets now expect to be fully electric within four years, finds Lex Autolease
Fleet managers are planning to reach full electrification earlier in spite of the ICE ban delay to 2035.
Agency model leading to substandard fleet deliveries, says AFP
Growing adoption among carmakers of the dealer agency model is impacting vehicle deliveries to some fleets, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
Motor Assist to introduce fleets to whole new world of incident management at GBFE
Motor Assist, the incident management service from AX for insurers and fleet operators, will be at April’s Great British Fleet Event to show how it’s injecting … Read More »
New MG3 on sale with full hybrid tech and £18,495 price tag
The all-new MG3 has arrived in the UK, set to shake up the fleet sector with its full hybrid technology and £18,495 entry pricing.
Funding boost to deliver life-saving improvements on high-risk roads
The Government has pledged a £38.3m funding boost to improve the safety of 17 of the most high-risk roads in England.
Warning for more potholes as repair bill to fix crumbling roads rises to £16.3bn
More than half of local roads in England and Wales have less than 15 years’ structural life left as the bill to fix the backlog of … Read More »
Longer-range Citroën ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer MPVs on sale
Citroën’s latest ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer electric MPVs are on sale now, complete with a new look and extra range.
Audi enters new EV era with Q6 e-tron arrival
Audi has opened a new chapter in its EV development with the reveal of the Q6 e-tron SUV, which will deliver up to 517hp of power … Read More »
Government to curb ‘anti-driver’ Low Traffic Neighbourhoods and 20mph speed limits
The Government has announced a crackdown on “anti-driver” road schemes, “over-zealous” traffic enforcement and 20mph limits under its Plan for Drivers.
Government rolls out LEVI charge point funding to 44 more councils across England
A further 44 councils across England are to benefit from government funding to boost charge point rollout under the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund.
EV charge point grant launches for people without driveways
Electric vehicle drivers without access to driveways can now access the Government’s Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for the first time.
AFP 2024 conference to tackle key issues nominated by fleets
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has announced details for this year’s conference, which will tackle key issues for fleets, as nominated by members.
Stellar speaker line-up revealed for 2024 Great British Fleet Event
More heavyweight names have joined the speaker line-up for the Great British Fleet Event on 17 April 2024, providing car and van operators with powerful reasons … Read More »
Škoda Epiq baby EV to bring 248-mile range and sub-£25k price tag
Škoda is charging up its all-electric portfolio with an entry-level crossover that will team up practicality, spaciousness and affordable pricing.
Oversized yellow box junctions resulting in ‘countless unnecessary’ fines for drivers
Drivers are being hit by “countless unnecessary” fines as a result of oversized yellow box junctions, the RAC has warned.
Local authorities still not in dialogue with fleets about charging needs, finds BVRLA
A growing number of local authorities now have an electric vehicle charging strategy in place but few are talking to fleets about their needs.
Comment: Not such a smart move?
New automotive technologies that are designed to help drivers don’t always represent positive progress, says Fleet World’s editor-at-large.