Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Polestar 3 SUV gains entry-level rear-wheel drive version - The Polestar 3 SUV is now available in a new entry-level rear-wheel drive version, delivering more range for a lower price tag. For more of the ... Read More »- Shell report explores how to use data to decarbonise fleets - A new report exploring how businesses can leverage vehicle data to unlock significant decarbonisation opportunities is now out from Shell. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Company car take-up rebounds on back of meteoric sal-sac demand - Following years of declines and stagnation, the number of company car takers in the UK has risen due to soaring demand for salary sacrifice and the ... Read More »
- Hydrogen fuel cell EVs could be a game-changer, says Venson white paper - Venson Automotive Solutions is urging fleet managers to keep a watchful eye on hydrogen in line with the shift to cleaner road transport. For more of ... Read More »
- Hyundai Inster revealed as budget-friendly EV with 220-mile range - Hyundai has pulled the wraps off its Inster electric city car, which will deliver up to 220 miles of range and expected pricing of around £22,000. ... Read More »
- Traxall International completes acquisition of Fleet Logistics Group - Traxall International, sister company to Fleet Operations, has completed its acquisition of Fleet Logistics Group from shareholders Volkswagen Financial Services and TÜV SÜD following regulatory clearance. ... Read More »
- Tusker announces key changes to senior leadership team - Salary sacrifice specialist Tusker has announced key changes to its senior leadership team. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
Hand-held mobile phone convictions hit seven-year high - The number of drivers in England and Wales convicted of using a hand-held mobile phone has reached a seven-year high, according to the AA. For more ... Read More »- Royal Mail Group and Novuna team up for one of UK’s largest salary sacrifice schemes - Royal Mail Group has appointed Novuna Vehicle Solutions to provide its 120,000+ employees with access to electric vehicles, creating one of the largest company car salary ... Read More »
- Only 2% of vans scrapped in ULEZ scheme replaced with EVs - Just 2% of combustion vans scrapped under the London ULEZ scrappage scheme have been switched to electric vehicles so far, despite millions of pounds of funding ... Read More »
- Volkswagen Group and Rivian plan JV for EV software and platforms - Volkswagen Group and struggling EV maker Rivian have revealed plans to enter a joint venture for future EV software and platforms. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Rimac’s new electric ‘robotaxi’ service to start in 2026 - Croatian electric supercar company is to launch a new ‘robotaxi’ service in Europe from 2026. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Used car values record strongest June since 2009, finds Cap HPI - A strong market in June saw average used car values fall by just 0.1% or £25 at three years and 60,000 miles, according to the experts ... Read More »
- WEVC unveils production-ready electric van with Luton-style body - UK startup Watt Electric Vehicle Company (WEVC) has revealed a production-ready of its upcoming eCV1 electric van, complete with a new wide body. For more of ... Read More »
- New government should rethink ZEV mandate for vans, says FleetCheck - The incoming government should re-evaluate the zero emissions vehicle (ZEV) mandate for vans to reflect wide-ranging issues faced by fleets, according to FleetCheck. For more of ... Read More »
- Fire and rescue service expands fleet with Škoda Kodiaq - Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue has deployed the first Škodas on its fleet with a fresh delivery of 21 Kodiaq SUVs. For more ... Read More »
- London ranked as most congested city in Europe and third worst globally - London was the most congested city in Europe last year and the third worst globally, Inrix has found. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Government-funded project to help emergency services fleets go zero emission - A new government-funded project has launched in the UK, focused on enabling emergency service fleets adopt zero-emission vehicles. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- New Volkswagen Crafter on sale with more tech and enhanced driver comfort - Order books are open for the new Volkswagen Crafter, complete with an upgraded interior and enhanced equipment. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Met Police buys Rivus business and assets following collapse - The Metropolitan Police Service has agreed a deal for the majority of business and assets of Rivus Fleet Solutions, which collapsed into administration last week. For ... Read More »
- 12-volt battery problems still impacting electric van fleets, warns AFP - The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has called for OEMs to “step up” and improve 12V battery technology on electric vans as it warns many eLCVS ... Read More »
- Manheim Auction Services first to launch NAMA LCV grading scheme - The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) is launching its new LCV grading standard, kicking off first with a rollout by Manheim Auction Services. 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.
