Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Nissan expands Townstar line-up with petrol and fully electric Crew Vans - Nissan has expanded its Townstar line-up with a Crew Van version in both fully electric and petrol versions. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
More detail needed on Labour manifesto proposals, says AFP - The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has called for the Labour Party to provide more details on a range of proposals affecting fleets contained in its ... Read More »
Webfleet fleet management solution celebrates 25th anniversary - Webfleet, the leading web-based fleet management solution that’s part of Bridgestone, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
AA yellow paper explores how fleets can make driver behaviour safer and more predictable - A new ‘yellow paper’ is now out from the AA, exploring the critical role human behaviour has to play in ensuring safety for work-related driving. For ... Read More »
Ofgem-funded study to explore integrating hydrogen refuelling stations into UK gas network - Wales & West Utilities (WWU) has commissioned Costain to lead a study exploring how hydrogen refuelling stations can be integrated into the UK’s existing gas network. ... Read More »
BMW wins most plaudits from leasing firms in BVRLA survey - BMW has taken the most plaudits in the new BVRLA OEM Relationship Survey, which reflect feedback from leasing companies with a combined fleet of more than ... Read More »
BYD reveals prices for Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV - BYD’s Seal U plug-in hybrid SUV is available to order in the UK, priced from £33,205. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
Vauxhall Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric on sale with extra range - Vauxhall has opened orders for its revamped Combo Life Electric and Vivaro Life Electric MPVs, priced from £32,180 and £39,190 respectively. For more of the latest ... Read More »
Green Party pledges ICE ban by 2027, grants for EV shift and arrival of road pricing - The Green Party has thrown its manifesto into the ring ahead of next month’s general election, promising change to create a greener, fairer world. For more ... Read More »
EU threatens to hike tariffs by extra 38% on Chinese EV imports - Brussels has unveiled provisional plans to impose extra duties on battery electric vehicles (BEVs) made in China and exported into the European Union from July in ... Read More »
Facelifted Renault Captur now available to order - Renault’s updated Renault Captur is now available to order, complete with a striking new look and latest technology. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
Extended Benefit-in-Kind tax tables should be top fleet job for new government, says AFP - An announcement on extended company car Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) taxation tables should be “among the first fleet jobs” for the new government, says the Association of Fleet ... Read More »
Novuna Vehicle Solutions and MHC Mobility grow fleet and profits - Novuna Vehicle Solutions and MHC Mobility have grown their combined fleet by 8% to 155,000 vehicles, aiding Mitsubishi HC Capital UK Plc to post a pre-tax ... Read More »
Tory manifesto ‘backs drivers’ by ‘stopping’ road pricing and reversing ULEZ expansion - The Conservative party has launched its manifesto for the 2024 election, pledging to support working people and also drivers with a wave of measures. For more ... Read More »
New Hyundai Inster teased as affordable city EV with 220-mile range - Hyundai has given a glimpse of its forthcoming affordable city EV, called the Inster. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
Police-spec hybrid Toyota Corolla ready for service - Toyota has launched a police authority specification version of its latest Corolla Touring Sports, ready for duty with the UK’s police. For more of the latest ... Read More »
Lib Dems to bring back 2030 ICE ban, restore Plug-in Car Grant and cut charging costs - The Liberal Democrats have launched their 2024 election manifesto, filled with key pledges on health and social care along with the EU, but also containing some ... Read More »
Škoda’s first-ever Kodiaq PHEV lands with 75-mile range and 5% BiK rating - Škoda has opened orders for its Kodiaq iV plug-in hybrid, complete with a 75-mile electric range and a Benefit-in-Kind rating of just 5%. For more of ... Read More »
Dedicated fleet managers vital for larger fleets to stay on top of evolving auto landscape - Large companies with fleets cannot rely on outsourcing vehicle management if they are to navigate the ever-evolving automotive landscape effectively. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
Large numbers of fleets plan to adopt second-hand vans - Four out of 10 fleets (40%) plan to start using second-hand vans in the next three years, according to research by Arval. For more of the ... Read More »
Fleet World wins big at 2024 Newspress awards - Fleet World has once again taken the best Automotive Business Publication title at the Newspress awards. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
Hydrogen-powered Toyota Hilux pickup enters testing phase - Toyota’s project to develop a hydrogen fuel cell Hilux pick-up has stepped up a gear with the start of vehicle testing and evaluations. For more of ... Read More »
Lightfoot gears up for international expansion with key appointments - Lightfoot has made three senior appointments as the fleet telematics specialist gears up for international growth. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
Cap HPI experts reveal winners of 2024 Used Car of the Year Awards - Cap HPI has announced the winners of its Used Car of the Year Awards for 2024, following an extensive data-led judging process. For more of the ... Read More »
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