Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Footage of van driver eating chips along M6 captured by unmarked HGV - A van driver tucking into fast food while driving along the M6 has been captured on film by National Highways. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »- Tactical registrations could damage used car values long term, warns Indicata - A return to manufacturer-backed tactical registrations could impact used car values in the long term, Indicata has warned. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Revamped Nissan Qashqai delivers bold new look and tech upgrades - Nissan’s new and improved Qashqai is now in production at its UK plant, complete with a more standout look and technology upgrades. For more of the ... Read More »
- New Renault Master priced from £33,500 for diesels and £42,500 for electric E-Tech - Renault’s all-new Master is available to pre-order now with prices starting from £33,500 for diesel versions and £42,500 for E-Tech 100% electric versions. For more of ... Read More »
- Kia EV3 combines EV9 looks and tech with 372-mile range - Kia has revealed details for the new EV3, which arrives later this year with up to 372 miles of range and expected sub-£30k pricing. For more ... Read More »
- Councils refusing to repair potholes that are too small - Major disparities in how road defects are actioned by councils are putting road users at risk, according to the RAC. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- G3 Vehicle Auctions acquires Cazoo Wholesale - G3 Vehicle Auctions has acquired the Cazoo Wholesale business to create a new G3 Bedford auction facility as part of its ongoing UK expansion plans. For ... Read More »
- Top tips for electric fleets in new EVFW Digital Magazine - The new issue of EV Fleet World Digital Magazine is now out – providing a wealth of advice and insights for electric fleets. For more of ... Read More »
- Gilbarco Veeder-Root moves into forecourt and fleet charging sector - Fuelling and convenience technology specialist Gilbarco Veeder-Root (GVR) has launched a new EV charging business that it says will transform EV forecourt and fleet charging. For ... Read More »
- Motability launches Go Charge to simplify public EV charging - Motability Operations has launched its new Go Charge solution to simplify public EV charging for customers. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Škoda gives first look at Elroq electric compact SUV - Škoda has previewed its upcoming Elroq fully electric compact SUV with a teaser image. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Ford reveals E-Tourneo Custom electric MPV with 202-mile range - Ford Pro has revealed its all-electric E-Tourneo Custom MPV, aimed at personal-use and business customers. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Ford launches E-Transit Custom fully electric van - Ford Pro is launching the E-Transit Custom fully electric van across Europe, helping fleets go electric. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Fleet sector at crossroads in journey to net zero, warns Etrux MD - The journey to net zero for fleets requires greater collaboration between industry and government, Etrux has warned. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Ford Pro supports electric van switch with new home charging solution - Ford Pro has launched a new all-in-one home charging solution for its growing line-up of electric vans. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- EV barometer highlights disparity in fleet and private driver attitudes to electric switch - The stark gap between company car and private driver attitudes to electric vehicles has been revealed in new research from Europcar Mobility Group UK. For more ... Read More »
- Alphabet GB appoints Ian Turner as chief sales officer - Alphabet GB has named Ian Turner as its new chief sales officer under plans to drive strategic growth. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- ChargeGuru UK launches fully funded EV charging for apartment blocks - ChargeGuru has started to roll out its fully funded apartment block solution across the UK, helping advance EV infrastructure. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Octopus Electroverse cuts public charging costs with new ‘Plunge Pricing’ - Electric car drivers using the Octopus Electroverse network can now benefit from cheaper public charging at selected times through its new ‘Plunge Pricing’ innovation. For more ... Read More »
- Leasys UK links with Allstar for new fuel and EV payment solution - Leasys UK has teamed up with Allstar to provide its customers with a combined fuel and EV payment solution. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Self-driving vehicles to be on British roads by 2026 as Automated Vehicles Act becomes law - Self-driving vehicles could be on British roads by 2026, after the Government’s Automated Vehicles (AV) Act entered the statue books today. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- BYD Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV to offer up to 78 miles of all-electric range - Electric car giant BYD has revealed further details of its upcoming Seal U plug-in hybrid, which arrives this autumn in the UK. For more of the ... Read More »
- Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer 2024 to spotlight autonomous and alternatively fuelled vehicles - Logistics UK’s Fleet Engineer conference is returning for 2024, helping fleets to keep abreast of ever-evolving commercial vehicle technologies. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- TRL to evolve newly acquired Eco Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme with net zero solutions - TRL has acquired the Eco Stars Fleet Recognition Scheme, spurring plans to create a portfolio of services to help local authorities and fleets drive decarbonisation. For ... 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.
