Category : Top Stories
Fuel prices to start rising again after April brings break in cycle
Fuel prices are predicted to start rising again in the coming weeks after drivers were given a reprieve in April.
DispatchTrack triples presence in EMEA with accelerated growth strategy
DispatchTrack, a leading provider of right-time delivery management software, has announced new clients, partnerships and geographic reach as it continues its accelerated growth strategy.
Fleet registrations fall as carmakers prioritise private consumers but rush to EVs accelerates
UK new car registrations fell 15.8% in April as supply challenges continue, but battery electric car registrations bucked the trend with a 40.9% rise.
Gridserve opens ultra-rapid charging super hub at Moto Thurrock
Gridserve has opened its first High Power Electric Super Hub on the M25, providing a major step forwards in super-fast EV charging for drivers.
EV drivers seeing increased cost savings compared to ICE
Electric vehicle drivers are benefiting from increased savings on running costs compared to petrol and diesel vehicles, despite soaring energy prices.
Record increase in EV chargers and ultra-rapids, reports Zap-Map
A record total of 1,213 new charging devices were installed last month in the UK; the highest-ever number in a single month, according to Zap-Map.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza 1.0 TSI FR 95PS
Our newest long termer appeals to both the head and the heart, says Luke Wikner.
Citroën increases battery size for ë-Relay and cuts pricing
Citroën has updated its ë-Relay electric van with the introduction of a larger 75kWh battery, increasing the driving range.
DPD adds 1,000 Ford E-Transits to fast-growing electric fleet
Parcel delivery giant DPD has signed a deal to add 1,000 Ford E-Transit electric vans to its fleet this year.
Four in 10 fleets expect to begin EV switch in next two years
Nearly half of fleet managers (43%) and fleet drivers (41%) expect to begin the switch to EVs within the next two years, as the 2030 ICE … Read More »
AAM Group to provide complete mobility solution with new ‘Onwrd’ subsidiary
AAM Group has established a new subsidiary company to help businesses combat the current vehicle shortages and find new and better ways to keep mobile through … Read More »
Vauxhall ups Movano-e range to 154 miles with new 75kWh battery
Vauxhall has updated its Movano-e electric van with a new larger 75kWh battery, increasing driving range up to 154 miles but with no extra cost.
Stellantis to buy Share Now car sharing JV from Mercedes and BMW
Stellantis has signed a deal to acquire BMW and Mercedes’ joint car sharing company Share Now, further expanding its work in global mobility.
Q&A: Is enough work being done on Scotland’s EV charging for fleets?
Norrie Hunter of the Electric Vehicle Association Scotland discusses the issues with Scotland’s EV charge point infrastructure and the way forward with the Energy Saving Trust’s … Read More »
Former Chargemaster CEO launches new company to simplify home and workplace charging
David Martell, founder and former CEO of Chargemaster, has launched a new EV charge point company focused on providing hassle-free and affordable EV charging to homes … Read More »
Chip shortage wipes 100,000 cars off UK automotive output in Q1
UK car production fell 32.4% in the first quarter on the back of the continued semiconductor shortage, wiping almost 100,000 units off of last year’s figure.
e-scooters five times safer than bicycles, finds RoSPA report
A new study which finds that e-scooters are significantly less risky than many other forms of transport on Britain’s roads has launched today from accident prevention … Read More »
Government to clamp down on e-scooter safety issues in legalisation plans
New legislation allowing private e-scooter use on public roads could be included in the upcoming Queen’s Speech under government plans to tackle widespread safety issues.
Abax helps courier save £30,000 in insurance costs and improve service
A Glasgow-based courier has saved £30,000 in insurance costs and improved its customer service with the help of telematics specialist ABAX.
Ohme partners with ZenAuto to drive EV take-up
EV smart charging company Ohme has tied with leading personal leasing company ZenAuto to help simplify the switch to electric vehicles.
Fleetmaxx Solutions and Recharge Rescue partner to support MaxxEV
Recharge Rescue, the only insured product designed specifically for EV drivers providing 24/7 emergency roadside charging, has announced a partnership with Fleetmaxx Solutions.
Expert advice on going electric in new EV Fleet World Digital Magazine
The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out, featuring in-depth guidance on going electric for businesses and drivers.
Fleet World Fleet: Citröen ë-C4
Nat Barnes takes delivery of our new Citröen ë-C4 long-termer, just before Storm Eunice takes its toll.
Total Motion launches Fleetiful all-inclusive fleet management solution
Total Motion has launched a new fleet management solution said to be the first all-inclusive product in the UK sector.
MOT rules could be relaxed to help counter cost-of-living crisis
The annual MOT could be shifted to a two-year cycle under cost-of-living plans discussed by the Government.
Daily rental shortage causing major headaches for fleet managers, reports AFP
The current shortage of daily rental vehicles is causing a wide range of problems for businesses, ranging from maintenance to taking on new starters, while increasing … Read More »
Interview with Targa Telematics: The not-so-new kids on the block
As Targa Telematics ramps up its plans for the UK, country manager Thomas Smith spoke to Natalie Middleton at this year’s Great British Fleet Event about … Read More »
Paua targets fleets with UK’s largest roaming network of 10,000 charge points
Paua has expanded its roaming network for EV charging, offering fleets access to 10,000 charge point connectors across the country.
Ford Pro launches end-to-end charging solution for fleets
Ford has debuted a dedicated EV charging solution for European customers to meet the needs of commercial vehicle fleets, regardless of vehicle make.
Profile: Recharge Rescue on its roadside EV recharging proposition
Bruce Compton, co founder, speaks to Fleet World about Recharge Rescue’s new emergency roadside assistance policy for EV drivers and how it can help fleets resolve … Read More »