Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Latest guidance on how to go electric in EV Fleet World Digital - The latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital magazine is now live, bringing a wealth of new guidance for fleets on going electric. For more of ... Read More »- 2021 Volkswagen Polo gets semi-autonomous driving tech - Volkswagen has revealed its updated Polo, which gets a new look, extra equipment including semi-autonomous features and the brand’s Digital Cockpit. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- New Honda HR-V SUV to bring extra space and latest-gen hybrid tech - Honda has revealed its new HR-V in a virtual event, outlining further details of its latest-gen hybrid technology and upgraded platform. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- New EEVEE app reveals real cost of charging electric vehicles - A new app that can provide in-depth data on the real cost of charging has launched for drivers and fleets. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Adrian Brabazon takes over from Jo McDonnell to lead BP’s UK fleet business - BP Fleet Solutions has appointed Adrian Brabazon as its new UK fleet sales manager, putting him in charge of its fuel card operation. For more of ... Read More »
- Prices and specs revealed for hybrid Toyota Yaris Cross SUV - Toyota’s new hybrid-only Yaris Cross small SUV is to go on sale later this spring, priced from £22,515. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- First Drive: Audi e-tron S - It’s the first high-performance EV from Audi, but has all the power in the e-tron S come at the expense of range, Martyn Collins asks? For ... Read More »
- Brits ready to welcome EVs but evidence of generational divide, says VWFS - British drivers are ready and willing to switch to electric vehicles ahead of government targets. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- All new smart motorways to get extra safety measures - No more smart motorways will be deployed in the UK without additional safety measures being put in place from the outset. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Q1 sees sharpest rise in pothole breakdowns on record - The increase in pothole-related breakdowns reached a new high in the first quarter of 2021 after the cold weather took its toll. For more of the ... Read More »
- Mitie adds first electric large van and passes 1,000th EV landmark - Mitie has deployed its first zero-emission large van, taking its fleet past the landmark of 1,000 electric vehicles. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- ‘Rightmileaging’ to be key area for fleets post-pandemic - Accurately predicting future mileage in new company car leases is to be a key issue for fleets as new travel patterns start to emerge. For more ... Read More »
- Software solution could unlock capacity for thousands of EV chargers - New software that could enable hundreds of electric vehicle chargers to be served by a single electricity substation has been successfully trialled in the UK. For ... Read More »
- Toyota bZ4X concept previews new EV family - Toyota has presented its bZ4X concept at the Shanghai Motor Show; the first in a new electric vehicle family. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Updated Lexus ES to bring enhanced dynamics and safety - Lexus has showcased its updated ES executive saloon, revealing new features focused on enhancing comfort and ride dynamics as well as safety. For more of the ... Read More »
New Nissan X-Trail to get e-Power hybrid drive - Nissan’s new X-Trail SUV has debuted at the Shanghai Motor Show, complete with new e-Power hybrid powertrain. For more of the latest industry news, click here.- Mercedes-Benz reveals EQB seven-seater electric SUV - Mercedes-Benz has unveiled its EQB all-electric seven-seater compact SUV at the 2021 Shanghai Motor Show, rivalling models such as the Volkswagen ID.4 and Audi Q4 e-tron. ... Read More »
- Lee Giddings heads up new fleet team at Suzuki - Suzuki GB has promoted Lee Giddings to lead its newly restructured fleet team. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
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Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for over 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day.
