Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Half of UK councils spent nothing on EV charging infrastructure this year - More than half (52%) of councils have spent nothing on EV chargers in 2021, despite record electric vehicle sales. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »- Autumn Budget 2021: Summary and reaction - Chancellor Rishi Sunak has delivered the Autumn Budget and Spending Review at the House of Commons, bringing more work to tackle the driver shortage and a ... Read More »
- ALD and LeasePlan in talks to become global mobility leader - ALD and LeasePlan have confirmed they are in talks over a potential merger that could create a global mobility leader. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
Fleet Logistics advances mobility management focus with Mobiko tie-up - Fleet Logistics has furthered its plans to become a mobility specialist under a tie-up with Mobiko. For more of the latest industry news, click here.- 2022 Range Rover on sale with PHEVs and seven seats - The new Range Rover is available to order now, including plug-in hybrid versions and with a fully electric model due 2024. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Petrol prices now at record high across most of UK - The Government is being urged again to temporarily reduce VAT on petrol and diesel after new data showed most of the UK is suffering from record-high ... Read More »
- Fiat to revive Scudo and Ulysse names for new LCV and MPV - Fiat is to revive the former Scudo and Ulysse names for a new family of LCVs and MPVs. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Citroën Ami Cargo Electric confirmed for UK sale in 2022 - Citroën has confirmed it’s bringing the commercial version of its Ami electric vehicle to the UK, arriving spring 2022. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Alphabet announces rebrand, focusing on sustainability - Alphabet’s extensive brand refresh is designed to reflect the new strategic focus of the company. With a redesigned logo and corporate identity, Alphabet is moving into ... Read More »
- Mercedes-Benz C 300 e PHEV - An impressive electric-only range is just one of the highlights of Mercedes’ latest PHEV, says John Challen. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto - The newest entrant to our long-term fleet is the fully electric Vauxhall Mokka-e. Natalie Middleton prepares for a steep learning curve. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- National Grid blackouts from EV charging – Government responds - Transport Committee’s July 2021 report states that charging an electric vehicle should be convenient, straightforward, and inexpensive; and that energy demand should be managed with ‘little ... Read More »
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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.
