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Volvo drops S90, XC40 PHEV and Cross Country estates
Volvo has axed the V60 Cross Country estate, V90 Cross Country estate, S90 saloon and XC40 Recharge PHEV crossover as it works to “consolidate” its line-up.
Battery health concerns are number one barrier for used electric vehicle buyers
Assurances on the health of second-hand EV batteries could dramatically increase electric vehicle take-up, helping to fast-track the UK’s EV transition by more than a decade.
Over half of drivers tested at roadside found positive for drug-driving
High numbers of drivers have tested positive for drink- or drug-driving in a national policing operation.
Mazda CX-60 PHEV drops to 8% BiK brand
Mazda’s CX-60 PHEV now qualifies for the 8% Benefit-in-Kind bracket, resulting in reduced company car tax for fleet drivers.
Fleets rethink company car eligibility in bid to manage costs
Inflationary pressures are driving organisations to reassess company car eligibility in a bid to manage costs.
BMW Group appoints Matt Collins as new fleet chief
BMW Group UK has named Matt Collins as its new general manager of corporate sales, effective immediately.
Postcode lottery for EV-qualified technicians could hamper electric switch
Big gaps in the availability of technicians qualified to work on electric vehicles could undermine consumer confidence, new research reveals.
Fleet Alliance teams with Diode for new EV readiness tool
Leasing and fleet management specialist Fleet Alliance has introduced a new solution to help businesses assess whether they are ready to make the transition to electric … Read More »
Lexus enters compact SUV sector with ‘breakthrough’ hybrid LBX
Lexus has made its move into the compact SUV sector with the unveiling of its hybrid-only LBX crossover.
Diesel prices tumble but should be lower, says RAC
Diesel pump prices have fallen by a record 12p a litre in one month but RAC data indicates that drivers are still being overcharged.
Robust fleet demand pushes new car market to 10th month of growth
New car registrations rose 16.7% in May to 145,204 units on the back of strong fleet demand, securing the 10th consecutive month of growth.
Business miles hike up for smaller fleets but uncertainty on duty of care
Business mileage among smaller fleets is increasing but many managers still lack understanding of their duty of care requirements.
Almost one in four car models available in fully electric form
The choice and driving range of electric vehicle models has significantly expanded in recent years, delivering “an electric car choice for every need”.
Fleet adoption of technology to manage incidents is ‘slower than expected’
Fleets are missing out on opportunities to boost efficiency and safety using the latest technology.
Applied Driving and VisionTrack team up to revolutionise fleet and driver safety
Applied Driving has partnered with AI video telematics and connected vehicle data leader Visiontrack to develop a video-enabled safe driving solution.
Advisory Fuel Rates fall but electric rate stays static
HMRC has published latest Advisory Fuel Rates, introducing lower rates across all diesel car categories but retaining the current Advisory Electricity Rate.
Monta and Egg team up for unified commercial charging solution
Charging solutions provider Egg has partnered with EV charging platform Monta to offer a simple and easy-to-manage commercial charging solution in the UK.
JLR owner poised to pick UK for electric car battery plant, say reports
JLR parent company Tata is set to choose the UK as the location for its multibillion pound electric car battery plant in Europe, the BBC has … Read More »
LEVC introduces upgraded battery for VN5 van and TX taxi
London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC) has announced a battery upgrade for new TX taxis and VN5 vans, lowering CO2 and improving range.
UK’s largest fleets call for ambitious ZEV mandate
Major UK fleets including BT Group, LeasePlan, Openreach and Royal Mail have called on the Government to set clear, ambitious sales targets for zero-emission vehicles in … Read More »
Road deaths up 8.7% in 2022, new DfT figures reveal
New figures out today from the Department for Transport show that road fatalities rose from 1,558 in 2021 to 1,695 in 2022 – an increase of … Read More »
Pothole breakdowns up 29% in April, warns AA
Pothole-related breakdowns continue to surge in the UK as the UK’s road conditions worsen.
BMW reveals new 5 Series and first-ever fully electric i5
BMW has taken the wraps off the eighth-generation 5 Series saloon and the fully electric i5, available to order now ahead of first deliveries in October.
Vauxhall Corsa gains longer-range electric powertrain in major update
Vauxhall has given its Corsa supermini a major makeover, delivering a bold new look and an additional electric powertrain.
Replace vehicle tax with ‘fair and future-proof’ pay-per-mile road pricing, says think-tank
Introducing a pay-per-mile road pricing, initially for electric vehicles, would provide a smarter and fairer approach to motoring taxation, according to the Centre for Policy Studies … Read More »
Transport Scotland hits back at reports of ChargePlace Scotland break up
Transport Scotland has responded to reports that ChargePlace Scotland (CPS) will be broken up, refuting suggestions that the charging network will be discontinued in the summer.
Vehicle theft up by a quarter in 2022, ONS data reveals
Latest figures from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) reveal a substantial hike in vehicle theft in England and Wales.
Octopus Electroverse launches EV charging solution for fleets
Octopus Energy’s Electroverse charging network has launched an EV charging solution for businesses.
Volkswagen Amarok pickup prices and specifications revealed
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has given the lowdown on the new Amarok, which is priced from £33,000 excluding VAT.
ALD closes £4.2bn acquisition of LeasePlan and confirms UK management team
ALD has successfully completed the acquisition of LeasePlan, creating a leading global sustainable mobility player with a total managed fleet of 3.3 million vehicles worldwide.
