Category : Top Stories

Revamped Nissan Qashqai delivers bold new look and tech upgrades

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Nissan’s new and improved Qashqai is now in production at its UK plant, complete with a more standout look and technology upgrades.

New Renault Master priced from £33,500 for diesels and £42,500 for electric E-Tech

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Renault’s all-new Master is available to pre-order now with prices starting from £33,500 for diesel versions and £42,500 for E-Tech 100% electric versions.

Kia EV3 combines EV9 looks and tech with 372-mile range

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Kia has revealed details for the new EV3, which arrives later this year with up to 372 miles of range and expected sub-£30k pricing.

Councils refusing to repair potholes that are too small

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Major disparities in how road defects are actioned by councils are putting road users at risk, according to the RAC.

G3 Vehicle Auctions acquires Cazoo Wholesale

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G3 Vehicle Auctions has acquired the Cazoo Wholesale business to create a new G3 Bedford auction facility as part of its ongoing UK expansion plans.

Top tips for electric fleets in new EVFW Digital Magazine

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The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – providing a wealth of advice and insights for electric fleets.

Gilbarco Veeder-Root moves into forecourt and fleet charging sector

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Fuelling and convenience technology specialist Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR) has launched a new EV charging business that it says will transform EV forecourt and fleet charging.

Motability launches Go Charge to simplify public EV charging

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Motability Operations has launched its new Go Charge solution to simplify public EV charging for customers.

Škoda gives first look at Elroq electric compact SUV

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Škoda has previewed its upcoming Elroq fully electric compact SUV with a teaser image.

Ford reveals E-Tourneo Custom electric MPV with 202-mile range

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Ford Pro has revealed its all-electric E-Tourneo Custom MPV, aimed at personal-use and business customers.

Ford launches E-Transit Custom fully electric van

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Ford Pro is launching the E-Transit Custom fully electric van across Europe, helping fleets go electric.

Fleet sector at crossroads in journey to net zero, warns Etrux MD

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The journey to net zero for fleets requires greater collaboration between industry and government, Etrux has warned.

Ford Pro supports electric van switch with new home charging solution

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Ford Pro has launched a new all-in-one home charging solution for its growing line-up of electric vans.

EV barometer highlights disparity in fleet and private driver attitudes to electric switch

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The stark gap between company car and private driver attitudes to electric vehicles has been revealed in new research from Europcar Mobility Group UK.

Alphabet GB appoints Ian Turner as chief sales officer

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Alphabet GB has named Ian Turner as its new chief sales officer under plans to drive strategic growth.

ChargeGuru UK launches fully funded EV charging for apartment blocks

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ChargeGuru has started to roll out its fully funded apartment block solution across the UK, helping advance EV infrastructure.

Octopus Electroverse cuts public charging costs with new ‘Plunge Pricing’

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Electric car drivers using the Octopus Electroverse network can now benefit from cheaper public charging at selected times through its new ‘Plunge Pricing’ innovation.

Leasys UK links with Allstar for new fuel and EV payment solution

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Leasys UK has teamed up with Allstar to provide its customers with a combined fuel and EV payment solution.

Self-driving vehicles to be on British roads by 2026 as Automated Vehicles Act becomes law

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Self-driving vehicles could be on British roads by 2026, after the Government’s Automated Vehicles (AV) Act entered the statue books today.

BYD Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV to offer up to 78 miles of all-electric range

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Electric car giant BYD has revealed further details of its upcoming Seal U plug-in hybrid, which arrives this autumn in the UK.

Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer 2024 to spotlight autonomous and alternatively fuelled vehicles

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Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer conference is returning for 2024, helping fleets to keep abreast of ever-evolving commercial vehicle technologies.

TRL to evolve newly acquired Eco Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme with net zero solutions

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TRL has acquired the Eco Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme, spurring plans to create a portfolio of services to help local authorities and fleets drive decarbonisation.

Majority of UK drivers say they’re better than autonomous vehicles

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UK drivers are yet to be convinced of the benefits, capabilities and reliability of autonomous vehicles despite major automaker and government investment in the technology.

Renault elevates Rafale coupé-SUV with 300hp high-performance PHEV

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Renault is introducing a high-performance plug-in hybrid version of its flagship Rafale coupé-SUV.

Audi cuts A3 prices with new entry-level petrol engine

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Audi has slashed the entry price for its A3 Sportback and Saloon with the arrival of a new engine and gearbox combo.

Humax partners with ChargedEV for UK smart EV charging rollout

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ChargedEV has been appointed as the official EV charging installation partner for Humax, following the launch of the South Korean brand’s smart EV charging solutions into … Read More »

Lax driver approach to servicing impacting residual values, warns Liquid Fleet

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Drivers who don’t strictly adhere to manufacturer service intervals are impacting residual values, according to Liquid Fleet.

Drivers still being hit by ‘unreasonably’ high fuel margins, RAC tells government

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Average margins on fuel remain ‘unreasonably’ high despite government action to clamp down on ‘rip-off’ fuel prices, the RAC has warned.

PACTS manifesto calls for graduated driver licensing and Road Safety Investigation Branch

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The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has unveiled its manifesto, calling for immediate and strategic action to address the persistent issue of road fatalities … Read More »

ZEV mandate, new EV OEMs and fleet skills shortages spotlighted at AFP conference

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The zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, new manufacturer entrants, controlling insurance costs and skills shortages are the key issues facing fleets this year, according to the … Read More »