Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
- New Citroën C3 Aircross SUV to offer up to seven seats and all-electric option - Citroën has revealed its new C3 Aircross small SUV, which gains tougher design, more space and its first all-electric powertrain. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Tesla launches new pricing model for UK Supercharger network - Tesla has introduced a new pricing structure for its Supercharger network in the UK. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Fears for fuel prices as Middle East tensions deepen - Drivers face higher prices at the pump as oil prices fluctuate on the back of escalating Middle East tensions. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- New Audi A3 opens for orders after extensive rework - The new Audi A3 hatch and saloon are available to order following a comprehensive update programme. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Used car values remain stable on back of record buyers, says BCA - Used car values at BCA remained stable for the third month running, bolstered by record buyer numbers. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Smart charging rollout on public network could save EV drivers billions - Connected Kerb is rolling out smart charging across its nationwide public network in a move that could collectively save drivers £1.5bn a year. For more of ... Read More »
- First Drive: B-ON Pelkan - John Kendall tests B-ON’s new Pelkan electric van challenger ahead of its debut at the 2024 CV Show next week. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Mazda CX-80 debuts as seven-seat SUV flagship - Mazda has officially uncovered its CX-80 large SUV, topping off its line-up in Europe. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Shell Fleet Solutions ties up with LEVL for advanced fleet performance insights - Shell Fleet Solutions has inked a new deal with telematics leader LEVL to give fleets deeper insights into fleet management. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Shared EV charging practicable for van fleets, finds AFP committee - Obstacles to shared EV charging for van fleets could potentially be resolved quite quickly, supporting a wider shift to electrification for operators. For more of the ... Read More »
- Northgate debuts brand-new micromobility solution at 2024 Great British Fleet Event - Northgate has launched its new micromobility programme for UK corporates, debuted at yesterday’s Great British Fleet Event. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- All the winners from Fleet World’s Great British Fleet Awards 2024 - The results from this year’s Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards are now out – revealing the decision-makers, suppliers, cars and vans breaking new ground in ... Read More »
- Geotab launches ground-breaking ‘Taking Charge’ EV report at 2024 GBFE - Two-thirds (66%) of UK light vehicles currently operated by private and public sector organisations are ready to go electric and save money, a new Geotab report ... Read More »
- Supplier Stories: Car Benefit Solutions - To get the best out of your fleet, a flexible and agile approach is the preferred way forward, says Car Benefit Solutions’ managing director, Paul Taylor. ... Read More »
- Cupra UK triples fleet registrations in 2023 - Cupra UK almost tripled its fleet registrations last year, posting a 191% increase over the course of 2023. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Biggest and best Great British Fleet Event yet opens doors to visitors - This year’s Great British Fleet Event is now up and running – offering the most action-packed event line-up yet. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Driving for Better Business to debut Driving for Work Policy Builder tool at GBFE - A new online tool that will help fleets ensure they have a robust Driving for Work policy in place will make its debut at tomorrow’s Great ... Read More »
- Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer: Prices revealed as orders open - Volkswagen’s new ID.7 Tourer electric estate challenger goes on sale this week, priced at £52,240. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Second full weekend closure announced for M25 - Part of the M25 will be shut for a full weekend for the second time this year to continue work on an improvement scheme. For more ... Read More »
- AA manifesto calls for change on graduated licences, smart motorways and EVs - The AA, event partner at this week’s Great British Fleet Event, has launched its motoring manifesto, revealing five critical areas of action to address driver concerns. ... Read More »
- Hard shoulders must be reinstated on smart motorways, says RAC - Ministers have been urged to bring back hard shoulders across the UK’s 200-plus miles of smart motorways in response to ongoing concerns for road safety. For ... Read More »
- Medisort converts diesel vans to electric with retrofit solution - Medisort is electrifying its existing diesel van fleet by adopting a retrofit solution from Bedeo. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Price parity with ICE cars propelling used EV demand - Used BEVs (battery electric vehicles) and ICE cars started to reach price parity in Q1 2024, fuelling buyer demand. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Updated Mercedes EQS boasts over 500-mile range - Mercedes has given its EQS luxury EV an extensive makeover for the 2024 model year, increasing range and adding in styling and equipment changes. For more ... Read More »
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