Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
UK and EU sign off on deal to avoid tariffs on electric vehicles - The EU and UK have today ratified a deal to extend trade rules on electric vehicles until the end of 2026, narrowly avoiding the risk of ... Read More »- BP Pulse more than doubles number of ultra-fast charge points - BP Pulse has reported significant progress in the rollout and reliability of its rapid and ultra-fast EV charging network in the UK. For more of the ... Read More »
- SsangYong UK becomes KGM Motors - SsangYong Motor UK has rebranded as KGM Motors UK (KGM) with immediate effect in line with the new global identity. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
Rise in dangerous level of van tyre wear reported - i247 Group has reported a rise in very low tyre treads on vans, putting fleets at increased risk of tyre failure and blowouts. For more of ... Read More »- Electric Green and Royal Mail join forces to pilot bi-directional wireless EV charging solution - Electric Green, an electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions company, today announces a strategic collaboration with Royal Mail and QEnergy to demonstrate the advantages of bi-directional wireless ... Read More »
- Government funding awarded to project to prove EVs are assets to the grid - A consortium of British companies has secured £1.3m in government funding to explore how electricity stored in electric vehicle (EV) batteries can be used to smooth ... Read More »
- Citroën unveils new ë-SpaceTourer MPV - Citroën has revealed its updated ë-SpaceTourer MPV with a new front-end and design consistent with the new brand identity. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Nio completes 648 miles on a single charge with new Ultra Long Range battery - Chinese EV challenger brand Nio has proven the capabilities of its new battery technology after completing a 648-mile journey on a single charge. For more of ... Read More »
- BVRLA’s Nora Leggett steps down after three decades of service - Nora Leggett is to retire from the BVRLA at the end of December 2023, after more than 26 years serving its members. For more of the ... Read More »
- New issue of EV Fleet World Digital now out - The latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now online – featuring new insights on operating EVs and road tests of the latest vehicle ... Read More »
- Critical success factors for fleet electrification in 2024 revealed - VEV, the e-fleet solutions provider backed by energy giant Vitol, has shared its 2023 fleet industry insights and critical success factors for fleet electrification in 2024. ... Read More »
- Motorway services topple supermarkets as most popular charging location, finds Zapmap - Motorway services and EV charging hubs have displaced supermarket car parks as the most popular charging locations in the UK, according to new research from Zapmap. ... Read More »
- Myths and misinformation about EVs now ‘deeply embedded’ - Myths and misconceptions about electric vehicles are now firmly entrenched in many consumers’ minds, undermining confidence in the shift away from internal combustion engine vehicles. For ... Read More »
- New EV charging for North London - New Electric Vehicle (EV) charging points in North London have been energised and are ready to use, thanks to a partnership through the UK Power Networks ... Read More »
- Petrol prices fall to lowest level since October 2021 - Latest RAC data shows the average price of petrol has fallen to its lowest for more than two years. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Vauxhall Combo and Vivaro Life Electric MPVs get more range and new tech - Vauxhall has updated its Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric people carriers with new design and increased range, plus latest motors and battery options. For ... Read More »
- Salary sacrifice risks must be managed, say Red Corporate Driver Training - Salary sacrifice schemes must be carefully managed to ensure fleets aren’t caught out by “major risk blindspots”, says Red Corporate Driver Training. For more of the ... Read More »
- Progress on smart motorways but safety concerns remain - Eleven more sections of smart motorway will be upgraded with extra places to stop in an emergency under ongoing reforms to enhance safety. For more of ... 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.
