Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Škoda Fabia and Karoq get new engines and equipment - Škoda has boosted its Fabia supermini and Karoq midsize SUV with extra equipment and the arrival of new engines. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »- Mazda slashes £3k off prices for MX-30 electric SUV - Mazda has cut prices for the MX-30 in a move to make it the most affordable electric SUV on the market. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Toyota reveals prices and specs for advanced new Land Cruiser - Toyota has revealed UK model range and pricing for its all-new Land Cruiser, which gains retro styling and comprehensive new on- and off-road capabilities. For more ... Read More »
Average car values fall in return to seasonal norms, Cap reports - Average car values saw a return to seasonal norms in April as values fell while volumes rose. For more of the latest industry news, click here.- MG Cyberster all-electric convertible on sale in UK - MG’s highly anticipated Cyberster electric drop-top is now on sale in the UK, priced from £54,995. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Martin Gray named national fleet manager for SEAT and Cupra UK - Martin Gray has stepped into the role of national fleet manager for SEAT and Cupra UK. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- New Webfleet EV Transition Tool offers informed route to fleet electrification - Webfleet, Bridgestone’s fleet management solution, has launched an EV Transition Tool to support businesses transitioning to electric vehicles or expanding their EV fleets. For more of ... Read More »
- EVs sell faster than ICE vehicles on average - Electric vehicles are selling faster than ICE vehicles while also outstripping them on Cap Live performance, according to digital remarketing firm Motom. For more of the ... Read More »
- New Mini Aceman is all-electric crossover with up to 252 miles of range - Mini has officially uncovered its new Aceman, delivering a midsize all-electric crossover to fill a gap in its line-up. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Tesla’s most powerful Model 3 yet lands with 460hp on tap - Tesla has revealed its new Model 3 Performance – the electric saloon’s most powerful version yet and now on sale in the UK. For more of ... Read More »
- Ford Drive subscription service aids van fleets with electric switch - Business owners and fleets can now subscribe to Ford E-Transit vehicles on a monthly basis through the Ford Drive subscription venture. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Ford EV project seeks small fleet owners/operators for paid research - Ford is looking for owners/operators of 1-5 vans to get valuable feedback on electric vehicles. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Dedicated recovery service launches for vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes - A new recovery service that could save operators time and money is now available for vehicles up to 7.5 tonnes. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Maxus debuts electric Mifa 7 MPV and eDeliver 5 van at CV Show - Maxus has debuted two new electric vehicles at the 2024 Commercial Vehicle Show – including its Mifa 7 seven-seater MPV and the new eDeliver LCV. For ... Read More »
- B-ON and Chery forge ahead with JV and launch of Pelkan electric van - B-ON, a European provider of clean mobility solutions, and Chinese automotive giant Chery Group are advancing their strategic partnership with a new joint venture and the ... Read More »
- Ford debuts 250-mile extended-range E-Transit at CV Show 2024 - Ford Pro has revealed a new extended-range option for the E-Transit, delivering up to 250 miles of electric motoring. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Leasys UK launches comprehensive short-term rental service - Leasys, the recently launched joint venture between Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance, has introduced a new short-term rental service to expand its mobility solutions. For ... Read More »
Next-gen Vauxhall Grandland gets more space and 435-mile EV option - Vauxhall has uncovered its new Grandland flagship SUV, reinvented with new design, extra space and the arrival of a fully electric option. For more of the ... Read More »- Devitech and Virta to offer enhanced EV fleet management solutions in UK - Commercial EV charger installation and aftercare specialist Devitech has struck a deal with smart charging solutions provider Virta in a move to revolutionise EV fleet management ... Read More »
- Growing North–South divide in England’s EV public charging infrastructure - A disparity in access to budgets and planning between local authorities across England to support charging infrastructure rollout is exacerbating the North–South divide and threatening Britain’s ... Read More »
- Captured for posterity: 2024 Great British Fleet Event and Awards - It’s a wrap for this year’s Great British Fleet Event and Awards – but the praise and plaudits for last week’s show keep pouring in. For ... Read More »
- Government rejects call for VAT cut on public charging and EV grants - The Government has said it’s not looking to cut the VAT rate for public charging nor introduce targeted purchase grants for EV drivers despite calls from ... 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.
