Category : Top Stories
Tesla ‘zero servicing’ move would present huge dangers for fleets, says FleetCheck
Tesla’s planned move to ‘zero servicing’ – with vehicles never having to visit workshops unless a fault was detected – presents huge dangers for vehicle operators, … Read More »
Booming business car demand revealed in new BVRLA research
Business contract hire (BCH) and salary sacrifice demand is surging among BVRLA members, but private driver uptake is fast becoming a concern.
Six out of 10 Brits back charging SUVs more for city parking
Six out of 10 Brits think drivers of SUVs and other large cars should pay more to park in city centres.
Wayne Barnes announced as keynote speaker for 2024 Great British Fleet Awards
Top rugby referee and barrister Wayne Barnes will be the guest speaker at the Great British Fleet Awards next week, adding to the stellar line-up.
New Volkswagen Golf on sale later this week
Volkswagen’s heavily revised Golf arrives on sale later this week, complete with a new longer-range plug-in hybrid and a next-gen infotainment system with ChatGPT.
Vauxhall Frontera revealed as value-focused electric SUV
Vauxhall has uncovered its Crossland successor, reviving the Frontera nameplate for a budget-friendly family-focused SUV.
Poor mobile connectivity could hamper EV charge point use
Limited mobile signal connectivity at many UK public charge points means EV drivers could be left high and dry when it comes to accessing chargers reliant … Read More »
Honda slashes price for e:Ny1 electric SUV
Honda has shaved £5k off prices for its e:Ny1 electric SUV in a move to help more drivers go electric.
Simplify your fleet’s electric vehicle charging with Rightcharge at the 2024 Great British Fleet Event
Find out how you can simplify EV charging for your business drivers and cut costs, all with the help of Rightcharge at the Great British Fleet … Read More »
Mobility and EV innovations under focus in new issue of Fleet World
The new edition of Fleet World magazine is now out – featuring a wealth of mobility, EV and fleet industry advice for operators.
Ogilvie to spotlight innovation- and people-powered growth at GBFE
Ogilvie Fleet is returning to the Great British Fleet Event to reveal the innovations and service investments that are powering its growth.
Geotab European fleet customers now able to access Stellantis data
Geotab fleet customers in Europe can now seamlessly integrate vehicle data from various Stellantis brands under a new agreement.
More than 5,500 UK public charge points added in Q1 2024
The UK’s public charging network gained more than 5,500 extra charge points in the first quarter of 2024, as charge point operators picked up the pace … Read More »
All-new Škoda Kodiaq: Pricing and specification confirmed
Škoda has revealed UK pricing and specifications for its new Kodiaq SUV, which goes on sale this week.
New Volkswagen Transporter to offer more load space and latest infotainment
Volkswagen has revealed interior details for the new Transporter and e-Transporter ahead of their full unveiling this year.
Arval Energy initiative to remove barriers to charging
Arval has launched a new global initiative to expedite customer access to latest charging solutions.
Renault Captur revamped with bold new looks and built-in Google tech
Renault has treated its Captur small SUV to a major mid-life revamp, adding in bold new looks and latest technologies.
Polestar Charge network to deliver 650,000 charging points in Europe
Polestar and Plugsurfing are launching a new public charging network that will give access to over 650,000 charge points across Europe.
Kia plans for more hybrids and EVs in evolving electrification roadmap
Kia will launch more hybrid cars alongside fully electric models under latest plans to “lead the global electrification” era.
Fuel prices jump in ‘another month of misery at the pumps’
Petrol and diesel prices jumped again in March on the back of surging oil prices, bringing further misery to hard-pressed drivers.
Volta Trucks plans ‘sustainable comeback’ under new ownership
Volta Trucks has pledged a sustainable comeback in select European markets under its new ownership.
EV100 corporates boost electric fleets 57% in 12 months
Leading businesses across the globe have increased their EV fleets by 57% in the last year, switching hundreds of thousands more cars and vans to electric.
Government to investigate headlight glare amid concerns of ‘driver dazzle’
The Government is to examine the issue of headlight glare on the back of warnings from road safety groups and drivers.
First wave of electric vans lands at Michelin UK ahead of all-electric shift
Michelin has taken delivery of its first wave of electric vans in the UK, reinforcing its environmental commitments.
Shortlist for 2024 Great British Fleet Awards revealed
Fleet World has revealed the contenders for the Great British Fleet Awards’ Fleet Manager and Supplier accolades, as the countdown continues to this year’s ceremony.
Fleet demand sends March new car market to pre-pandemic high but EVs falter
The UK new car market rose 10.4% in March, clocking up its 20th consecutive month of growth on the back of soaring demand.
Grosvenor to spotlight SalSac and fleet decarbonisation innovations at 2024 GBFE
Grosvenor Leasing is returning to the Great British Fleet Event to highlight how operators can enhance their employee benefits and kick-start their electrification journey.
Cupra UK launches five-year extended warranty
CUPRA has introduced a five-year/90,000 mile warranty across the range, for all CUPRA models from 3 April 2024. The new warranty will be valid for orders … Read More »
Minister urged to act on Zero Emission Van Plan solutions
Members of the Zero Emission Van Plan coalition have met with Transport Minister Anthony Browne to outline where the UK can drive meaningful electric van change.
Ford Tourneo Connect PHEV delivers 68-mile range
Ford has expanded the line-up for its Tourneo Connect MPV with a plug-in hybrid powertrain.
