Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Comment: Not such a smart move? - New automotive technologies that are designed to help drivers don’t always represent positive progress, says Fleet World’s editor-at-large. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »- BMW previews electric SUVs of the future with Vision Neue Klasse X - BMW has lifted the lid on its next-generation electric SUVs with the unveiling of a new concept. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Stellantis LCVs get new data pack to unlock ‘unmatched’ connected vehicle services - Mobilisights, Stellantis’ inhouse data business, has launched an integrated data package that will enable near real-time connected vehicle data for the group’s LCVs. For more of ... Read More »
- Volkswagen to debut self-driving ID. Buzz in Mobileye collaboration - Volkswagen is teaming up with Mobileye to bring new automated driving functions to series production – including a self-driving version of the ID. Buzz. For more ... Read More »
- Isuzu to launch electric D-Max pickup with one-tonne payload and AWD - Isuzu has revealed its plans for a fully electric D-Max pickup, intended to offer uncompromised performance with electric technology. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Peugeot E-5008 packs in seven seats and 410-mile range - Peugeot has unveiled its E-5008 large SUV, complete with seven seats and up to 410 miles of range. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Citroën opens orders for revamped van range - Citroën’s facelifted Berlingo, Dispatch and Relay vans are now open for orders following updates across the line-up. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Volkswagen Crafter gets digital cockpit, latest-gen infotainment and ChatGPT - Volkswagen has treated its Crafter panel van to an extensive technology update, adding in key innovations. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Fleets now expect to be fully electric within four years, finds Lex Autolease - Fleet managers are planning to reach full electrification earlier in spite of the ICE ban delay to 2035. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Agency model leading to substandard fleet deliveries, says AFP - Growing adoption among carmakers of the dealer agency model is impacting vehicle deliveries to some fleets, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported. For more ... Read More »
- Motor Assist to introduce fleets to whole new world of incident management at GBFE - Motor Assist, the incident management service from AX for insurers and fleet operators, will be at April’s Great British Fleet Event to show how it’s injecting ... Read More »
- New MG3 on sale with full hybrid tech and £18,495 price tag - The all-new MG3 has arrived in the UK, set to shake up the fleet sector with its full hybrid technology and £18,495 entry pricing. For more ... Read More »
- Funding boost to deliver life-saving improvements on high-risk roads - The Government has pledged a £38.3m funding boost to improve the safety of 17 of the most high-risk roads in England. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Warning for more potholes as repair bill to fix crumbling roads rises to £16.3bn - More than half of local roads in England and Wales have less than 15 years’ structural life left as the bill to fix the backlog of ... Read More »
- Longer-range Citroën ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer MPVs on sale - Citroën’s latest ë-Berlingo and ë-SpaceTourer electric MPVs are on sale now, complete with a new look and extra range. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Audi enters new EV era with Q6 e-tron arrival - Audi has opened a new chapter in its EV development with the reveal of the Q6 e-tron SUV, which will deliver up to 517hp of power ... Read More »
- Government to curb ‘anti-driver’ Low Traffic Neighbourhoods and 20mph speed limits - The Government has announced a crackdown on “anti-driver” road schemes, “over-zealous” traffic enforcement and 20mph limits under its Plan for Drivers. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Government rolls out LEVI charge point funding to 44 more councils across England - A further 44 councils across England are to benefit from government funding to boost charge point rollout under the Local Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (LEVI) fund. For ... Read More »
- EV charge point grant launches for people without driveways - Electric vehicle drivers without access to driveways can now access the Government’s Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for the first time. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- AFP 2024 conference to tackle key issues nominated by fleets - The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has announced details for this year’s conference, which will tackle key issues for fleets, as nominated by members. For more ... 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.
