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National kerbside EV charging map due from AFP early 2022
A national map showing exactly where kerbside charge points are needed in the UK is on track to be published by the Association of Fleet Professionals … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
The XC60’s equipment features come into their own as the weather gets colder. John Challen reports.
Electric DS 3 Crossback E-Tense gets longer driving range
The fully electric DS 3 Crossback E-Tense now boasts longer driving range of up to 212 miles on the WLTP cycle thanks to a series of … Read More »
Work starts on UK’s largest public electric vehicle charging hub
A public electric vehicle charging hub said to be the largest in the UK is being deployed at Redbridge Park & Ride near Oxford ahead of … Read More »
UK-first EV charging hub opens in Wolverhampton
The first of over 150 ultra-fast charging hubs planned for the UK has opened in Wolverhampton.
Nissan hastens switch to electric with 15 new EVs by 2030
Nissan is to launch 23 new electrified models, including 15 new EVs, by 2030, accelerating existing electrification plans.
New fleet insurance solution could slash premiums 20%
Commercial fleet operators could reduce their premiums by as much as 20% with the help of a new insurance solution.
Nissan appoints Csaba Vincze as new fleet director
Nissan has appointed Csaba Vincze as its new UK fleet director with immediate effect.
Latest assisted driving tech gradings show ‘encouraging’ results
Newly released gradings on assisted driving tech indicate OEMs are accurately describing their semi-autonomous technologies and not over-selling their capabilities.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor VZ2 eHybrid AFV 245
The Formentor’s average fuel consumption hits a new high note, reports Luke Wikner.
Kia Niro makes world debut at 2021 Seoul Mobility Show
The new Kia Niro SUV has made its world debut at the 2021 Seoul Mobility Show ahead of its arrival in 2022.
VW takeover bid for Europcar approved by French financial market regulator
Volkswagen Group says it’s reached an important milestone in its planned acquisition of Europcar after its offer was approved by the French financial market regulator.
2022 Ford Ranger pickup revealed with increased functionality and new V6 diesel
Ford has unwrapped its new Ranger pickup, arriving late 2022 and debuting latest tech, enhanced versatility and a new V6 turbodiesel.
Win for fleets as AER electric car reimbursement rate increases 25%
A 25% increase in the Advisory Electricity Rate (AER) for reimbursing electric company car mileage has been greeted as a win for fleets by the Association … Read More »
Brand new: Genesis head of sales Jonny Miller on creating a new fleet marque
Establishing a new marque in an already busy market is no easy feat – and, when it comes to the car sector, the company needs something … Read More »
Ionity to quadruple ultra-fast network to 7,000 charge points by 2025
Ionity is quadrupling its ultra-fast EV charging network in Europe on the back of latest investment from new and existing shareholders.
Advisory Fuel Rates go up across the board from 1 December
New Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs) are now out from HMRC, bringing increases across all fuel types from 1 December 2021.
Maxus Mifa 9 luxury electric MPV to arrive 2022 with 323-mile range
SAIC’s Maxus brand has revealed its Mifa 9 electric MPV, arriving next year with a range of up to 323 miles (520km).
Allstar and Zap-Map partner on fleet charging payment solutions
Allstar Business Solutions has teamed up with the Zap-Map EV charging app and digital platform to develop a payment solution for fleets with electric vehicles.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
John Challen stretches our plug-in hybrid XC60 long termer with some high-mileage journeys.
IFC and AnnexusEV create all-in-one EV consultancy for fleets
Fleet services company IFC Group and electric vehicle consultancy AnnexusEV have created a joint venture that can help businesses maximise the opportunities of switching to EVs.
Road Test: Kia EV6
Impressive performance and driving range make Kia’s first dedicated EV a hit, says John Challen.
Exclusive Future of Fleet focus in new issue of Fleet World
The November issue of Fleet World is now out, including an in-depth special report on what’s in store for the fleet sector.
New Enterprise MD for UK and Ireland
Enterprise Holdings has named Ryan Johnson as its new managing director UK & Ireland.
New laws on charge points in homes and workplaces to ‘supercharge’ EV revolution
All new homes and buildings such as supermarkets and workplaces will be required to install electric vehicle charge points from next year, under newly announced legislation.
Bridgestone and Michelin lead efforts on more sustainable tyres
Michelin and Bridgestone are to reveal plans to increase sustainability and cut emissions in the tyre industry via a joint presentation later this month.
Volkswagen T-Roc updated with new design and technology
Volkswagen has refreshed its T-Roc compact crossover with updated design plus new driver assist tech and digital services.
Hyundai gives glimpse of new Ioniq 7 with Seven concept reveal
Hyundai has revealed its Seven concept at the Los Angeles motor show, giving an insight of how its flagship Ioniq 7 seven-seater SUV will look.
Common driver risk management mistakes and the solutions revealed in new campaign
New resources that can help fleets navigate the driver risk management ‘minefield’ are now available from the Driving for Business (DfBB) campaign as it warns of … Read More »
Interview: GoWithFlow and Charley Boorman on the fleet switch to EVs
At this month’s Web Summit, sustainability mobility management firm GoWithFlow teamed up with actor and EV enthusiast Charley Boorman to run an electric vehicle master class … Read More »
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