Category : Top Stories
Fleetcor acquires EV payments specialist Mina
Fleetcor has acquired EV fleet payment specialist Mina and its at-home charging capabilities, further broadening its electric vehicle portfolio.
New issue of Fleet World Digital Magazine explores latest AI tech
The new issue of Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – including unmissable technological fleet advice.
Supplier Stories: How Mycardirect is getting the car subscription message out there
Duncan Chumley, CEO of Mycardirect and David Murray-Hundley, chairman of its parent company AAM Group, explain how the car subscription business has gone from strength to … Read More »
Ground-breaking V2X trial showcases future of electric fleets
Pioneering work to develop smart energy micro-grid networks for fleets while proving the benefits of Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) technology is now underway in the UK, ahead of … Read More »
Electric car mandate must not be delayed or watered down, report warns
2022 was an historic year for electric car and van uptake but the UK government must not delay the implementation of its planned ZEV mandate.
MY2024 Range Rover Velar PHEV gets extra range and lower BiK
Land Rover has updated its Range Rover Velar for the 2024 model year, enhancing design and technology while boosting the plug-in hybrid version.
Vauxhall confirms James Taylor as MD in new management team
Vauxhall has appointed James Taylor as managing director as part of a trio of new management appointments.
MICHELIN Connected Fleet to reveal latest fleet management innovations at 2023 GBFE
MICHELIN Connected Fleet has signed up as a partner at this year’s Great British Fleet Event to exhibit its cutting-edge fleet management solutions.
New ‘Nexus Connect’ app to streamline entire rental process
Nexus Vehicle Rental has introduced a new mobile app that delivers enhanced functionality to end-users to streamline all aspects of the rental process.
Fleet Evolution refutes claims on electric vehicle salary sacrifice
Claims that electric vehicle salary sacrifice is ‘not a silver bullet’ to cutting emissions have been rebutted by Fleet Evolution, which says it has evidence to … Read More »
Fleet road safety warning ahead of biggest day of strikes in a decade
Widespread industrial action across the UK is likely to increase risks on the road, highlighting the need for businesses to ensure their drivers are safe.
Maxus scrappage deal could save £14k on electric switch
Drivers looking to go electric could save up to £14k on a new zero-emission Maxus van under the firm’s scrappage programme.
Seatbelt law anniversary marked with call for tougher legislation
Nearly a quarter of motorists think current seatbelt laws need beefing up, according to a new study released on the 40th anniversary of the law.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Nissan Juke Hybrid
Nissan’s second-generation Juke gained its first-ever hybrid last year. It’s the most efficient model in the range but can it pass muster compared to rivals?
EV startup Arrival to axe half its staff in latest restructure
Struggling electric vehicle startup Arrival is to cut its remaining workforce by around 50% to 800 staff under its latest efforts to slash operating costs.
Newcastle and Gateshead Clean Air Zone goes live
The Newcastle and Gateshead Clean Air Zone is now live, impacting older buses, coaches, taxis and HGVs, but not vans yet.
£110m scrappage scheme launches ahead of ULEZ expansion
Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new vehicle scrappage scheme to help drivers and businesses replace or retrofit older, polluting vehicles to comply with the … Read More »
First Hydrogen gives sneak preview of next-gen green vans
First Hydrogen has teased its next generation of hydrogen vans in a set of new images.
Fuel retailers keeping pump prices artificially high, asserts RAC
Fuel retailers have been inflating their margins by not fully reflecting the recent enormous fall in wholesale prices at the pumps, new RAC data indicates.
Raft of exhibitors sign up to 2023 Great British Fleet Event
This year’s Great British Fleet Event looks set to deliver on its promise to be the best show yet, with a host of big fleet names … Read More »
Audi Activesphere concept goes from luxury coupé to pickup
Audi has given the latest peek into its vision for an autonomous, electrified future with the reveal of its Activesphere concept.
Mazda6 axed from UK line-up as D-segment demand declines
Mazda has become the latest carmaker to pull out of the D-segment market in the UK, axing the Mazda6 saloon/estate from its line-up.
Peugeot to launch five new EVs by 2025 in new E-Lion roadmap
Peugeot has confirmed plans to launch five new EVs in the next two years, supporting its goal to be fully electric by the end of the … Read More »
UK electric vehicle charging to require 12 times as much energy by 2030
EV charging in the UK will require 12 times as much energy than we use now, requiring much greater engagement on the issue.
Petition to stop ‘dangerous and damaging’ MOT revamp plans launches
A petition against government plans to extend the date of the first MOT on cars, motorbikes and vans has launched, backed by major industry bodies.
Grant scheme to help Sheffield businesses achieve Clean Air Zone compliance
Businesses affected by the forthcoming Clean Air Zone in Sheffield city centre can now turn to a financial assistance scheme from Anglo Scottish Asset Finance to … Read More »
UK car production plummets to lowest level in 66 years
Annual car production in the UK has fallen to its lowest level since 1956, prompting calls for fresh support for carmakers and electric vehicles.
Lloyds invests £4m in car management app Caura
Lloyds Banking Group has invested £4m in Caura, an all-in-one motoring app designed to take the hassle out of car ownership.
£30m government fund for innovative ways to decarbonise UK highways
New projects including ‘carbon-capturing’ cement and asphalt made from green waste are to receive government funding to help boost innovation in decarbonising roads.
New tech enables drivers without off-street parking to charge at home
Pioneering new technology that allows EV drivers without off-street parking to safely and cheaply charge their cars at home is being rolled out in the UK.
