Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Kempower launches EV charging leasing solutions with DLL - Electric vehicle fast-charging solutions provider Kempower is partnering with global asset finance company DLL to offer charger leasing solutions in various markets. For more of the ... Read More »- National Highways to trial energy storage system for super-fast EV charging - National Highways will start trials of energy storage technology in a move to offer super-fast EV charging across all parts of the UK. For more of ... Read More »
- Upmarket Jaecoo 7 SUV opens for orders as Audi Q3 rival - Chinese car brand Jaecoo has kicked off its UK launch with the start of orders for its Jaecoo 7 premium SUV. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Vauxhall cuts prices for Grandland Electric by up to £4,700 - Vauxhall has slashed list prices for its Grandland Electric, offering savings of up to £4,700 that also deliver lower VED rates. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Cupra Terramar SUV on sale with petrol and PHEV models - Cupra has opened orders for its Terramar family SUV, billed as the brand’s new SUV hero. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Refined EV battery tech able to charge from 0-80% in 15 minutes - Researchers at Canada’s University of Waterloo have refined lithium-ion battery design to enable faster charging along with a longer battery lifecycle. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- DS Automobiles previews high-flying coupé-SUV with 466-mile range - DS Automobiles has teased a new coupé-SUV that will deliver an extensive WLTP range of 466 miles (750km). For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Workplace chargers open to public could be liable for fines under new rules - Workplace chargers open to the general public could be liable for significant fines if they’re not compliant with latest public charger regulation. For more of the ... Read More »
- Clean argument for zero-emission freight zone in London - A zero-emission freight zone (ZEZ-F) in central London would deliver healthcare savings of £50m annually and cut 285,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions. For more of the ... Read More »
- Shell report gives practical solutions to overcome fleet EV roadblocks - A new report that can help fleets accelerate their electrification progress through practical solutions is now out from Shell Fleet Solutions. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Electric vehicle ‘out of charge’ breakdowns fall to lowest level yet - The proportion of electric vehicles running out of charge has dropped to the lowest-ever level, new AA analysis reveals. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Jaguar teases upcoming Design Vision Concept - Jaguar has issued a teaser image of its Design Vision Concept ahead of its debut next month. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Oasis-style dynamic charging pricing would be bad idea, say drivers - UK adoption of dynamic public charging pricing would not be well received by drivers if it happens, new research suggests. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Hyundai Ioniq 9 unveiled as seven-seat electric SUV with 385-mile range - Hyundai has revealed the Ioniq 9 electric SUV at LA ahead of its arrival in 2025 with up to seven seats and 385 miles (620km) of ... Read More »
- ZEV mandate “flexibilities” won’t encourage van fleets to electrify, warns AFP - Any government help offered to the motor industry to help hit future ZEV mandate targets should consider electric van demand as well as supply to spur ... Read More »
Save the date: Details confirmed for 2025 Great British Fleet Event - Fleet World’s Great British Fleet Event is returning for 2025 with an all-encompassing line-up for visitors and exhibitors alike. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »- Kia Soul EV bows out after a decade of UK sales - Kia is retiring the Soul EV following a decade of sales in the UK, making way for its new wave of electric cars. For more of ... Read More »
- Ford to cut 4,000 jobs in Europe amid slow consumer EV demand - Ford is planning to axe 4,000 jobs across Europe as it warns of concerns over the “health” of its passenger vehicle business in the region. For ... Read More »
- GridBeyond to evolve battery storage offerings with EV charging projects - Dublin startup GridBeyond and Triodos Energy Transition Europe Fund are expanding their GridBeyond Storage joint venture into new areas that include EV charging projects. For more ... Read More »
- EV subscriptions can help control rising fleet costs, says Mercia - ‘Flexing’ to electric vehicles via subscription could help introduce an element of control for fleets cost at an inflationary time while also helping slash rental costs ... Read More »
- Jaguar resets as ultra-luxury EV brand with new identity debut - Jaguar has showcased its new brand identity and logo as it embarks on a new era. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Renault 5 retro electric hatch to start from £22,295 - The eagerly anticipated Renault 5 electric hatch is just weeks away from opening for orders, priced from £22,995. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Volkswagen launches lower-price ID.3, ID.5 and sporty ID.4, ID.5 GTX Editions - Volkswagen has introduced new and enhanced trim levels for its range of ID. electric cars, delivering enhanced value along with a new entry-level battery for some ... Read More »
- EV barriers fall but fleet resistance to switch rises, Europcar research finds - Fleet resistance to the electric vehicle switch rose from Q2 to Q3 despite a fallback in barriers to EV adoption. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Shortlist for European Car of the Year 2025 led by EVs - The list of contenders for the European Car of the Year award for 2025 has been revealed, dominated by small electric cars. For more of the ... Read More »
- Fundamentals of EV charging: Developments in infrastructure - Widespread, reliable and accessible charging infrastructure is a vital foundation of greater electric vehicle uptake, and the experience is improving all the time. For more of ... Read More »
- Volkswagen Group and Rivian officially launch EV joint venture - Volkswagen Group and Rivian have officially embarked on a new joint venture to develop the EVs of the future. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- AI-driven smart charging tech to help fleets meet sustainability requirements - Intelligent AI-powered smart charging software could help fleets monitor and significantly reduce their carbon emissions from charging EVs in the workplace. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Toyota’s all-electric bZ4X proves hit with UK Uber drivers - Toyota’s new Uber Driver Scheme has gone down a storm as ride-hailing drivers take up the bespoke financing opportunity to go electric. For more of the ... Read More »
- Renault showcases plans for decarbonisation with hydrogen electric Emblème concept - Renault’s Ampere EV division has revealed radical new ways to decarbonise its cars “from head to toe” with a new concept. For more of the latest ... 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.
