Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Hyundai reveals prices and specs for Inster Cross electric SUV - Hyundai has announced details for its Inster Cross offroad-inspired electric city car. For more of the latest industry news, click here.- UK drivers hugely sceptical about autonomous robotaxis and AI in cars - British drivers are among the most sceptical in the world on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in vehicles and autonomous robotaxis and commercial vehicles. For ... Read More »
- Vauxhall’s new EV offer expands roadside assistance and charging benefits - Vauxhall has introduced a new and enhanced ‘Electric All In’ offer for its EV customers. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Toyota Urban Cruiser makes public debut at Brussels Motor Show - Toyota’s Urban Cruiser all-electric SUV has made its first public debut, appearing at the Brussels Motor Show ahead of its launch later this year. For more ... Read More »
- EV charging cable thefts more than doubled in 2024 - Theft of EV charging cables more than doubled in 2024, driven by their high resale value and ease of access, new data indicates. For more of ... Read More »
- Mazda6 returns as all-electric Tesla Model 3 rival - The Mazda6 is heading back to Europe, recast as an all-electric executive car with up to 345 miles of range to rival the Tesla Model 3. ... Read More »
- Rabbits Vehicle Hire announces death of managing director - Reading-based Rabbits Vehicle Hire has paid tribute to managing director Steve Dore after his sudden death this week. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- BYD Atto 2 electric SUV due in February with 193-mile range - BYD’s new Atto 2 electric SUV will blend versatility with intelligent technologies and budget-friendly pricing, the carmaker has revealed. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Excessive speeding now commonplace on UK roads, drivers say - Eight in 10 (81%) drivers say they regularly see people ‘excessively speeding’ on all types of roads, new data from the RAC reveals. For more of ... Read More »
- Škoda reveals prices and specs for 265hp AWD Kodiaq vRS seven-seater - Škoda’s new-generation Kodiaq vRS will deliver 265hp of power, all-wheel drive and boosted equipment when sales open next week. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- BT Group orders 3,500 new electric vans for fleet - BT Group is adding around 3,500 new electric vans to its fleet, heralding the UK’s largest-ever eLCV order according to the telecoms giant. For more of ... Read More »
- Honda presents electric saloon and EV prototypes at CES - Honda has showcased two prototype 0 Series models at the CES tech event in Las Vegas. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- 4.25-tonne rule changes will boost electric van adoption, says Logistics UK - The recently announced consultation on regulatory flexibility regarding zero-emission vans will boost the uptake of electric vehicles by addressing current “nonsensical” rules, according to Logistics UK. ... Read More »
- Consult fleets on upcoming LCV legislation, government urged - Northgate has urged the Government to consult more with large fleets, both to shape future legislation and for when departments undertake key research into LCV trends. ... Read More »
Revamped Škoda Enyaq gets new look and more tech - Škoda has given its Enyaq and Enyaq Coupé a mid-life revamp, delivering the brand’s latest design language and technology along with enhanced aerodynamics and revised powertrain ... Read More »- Record growth for EV charge point installations in 2024, Zapmap reports - Electric vehicle charge point installations in the UK have seen annual record growth again, with the rollout of ultra-rapid chargers and charging hubs particularly surging. For ... Read More »
- Traffic congestion soared in 97% of UK cities last year, TomTom reports - Traffic jams on UK roads rose significantly in 2024 – and extreme weather conditions were a major factor, according to TomTom. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Used cars set for 2025 price rises on back of major shortfall in stock - Used car prices are on track for price rises in 2025 as the slump in new car sales during Covid takes its toll on available stock. ... Read More »
- Fleet outlook for 2025: Expert insights for the year ahead - After another rollercoaster year in the world of fleet, some of the sector’s pre-eminent experts look at the upcoming 12 months and what to expect. For ... Read More »
- Double change for leadership at BVRLA - The BVRLA has ushered in 2025 with a double change at the top of its senior leadership team and committee of management. For more of the ... Read More »
- M4 overnight closures scheduled until early March - Drivers are being advised to plan ahead for M4 overnight closures until early March and allow extra time for journeys. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Almost half of fleets have benefited from EV switch - Nearly half of UK fleets have benefited from making the switch to electric vehicles, but challenges still remain, according to a new study from Ayvens. For ... Read More »
- CPD invests £10m in new van conversions product range - CPD has made a landmark £10m investment to expand its offering of converted commercial vehicles and advance further into the electric van segment. For more of ... Read More »
- Currys cuts annual fuel bill by over £400k with driver tech - Currys has slashed more than £400,000 from its annual fuel bill with the help of Lightfoot’s in-cab driver coaching technology and rewards platform. For more of ... Read More »
- Select Car Leasing co-founder departs from role - Select Car Leasing co-founder and joint CEO James O’Malley is stepping down from his role to focus on personal projects. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- 2025 – a landmark year for EV charging infrastructure and experience - As we arrive at the halfway point of the 2020s, the EV charging landscape in 2025 looks very different from the start of the decade. We ... Read More »
- AA adds Ford electric and PHEV vans to roadside service fleet - The AA has added a further 30 full-electric and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles to its low-carbon roadside service fleet, reinforcing its drive towards net zero by ... Read More »
- EV consultation to spur collaboration with auto and charging sectors, says government - The Government has pledged a new phase of collaboration with the automotive and charging sectors in its consultation on phasing out the sale of new petrol ... Read More »
- Toyota opens EV loan scheme for community fleets - Toyota GB has launched a new community programme to loan electric vehicles to various charities and educational institutions across the UK. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel tolls to start in April - Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed that the Silvertown Tunnel is planned to open on 7 April 2025, with tolls of up to £4 per journey ... Read More »
- Volkswagen Tayron seven-seater SUV priced from under £40k - Volkswagen’s new Tayron large SUV opens for orders in the UK this week, complete with ICE and PHEV powertrains and five- or seven-seat versions. For more ... Read More »
- Fleet electric van adoption and smart charging explored in government report - Government research into the enablers and barriers that commercial fleet operators and drivers face in adopting electric vans is now out. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Record fleet demand and EV uptake drive 2024 new car growth - The new car market rose 2.6% in 2024 while EV uptake surged thanks to record fleet uptake. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Fuel prices up for third month in a row - Fuel prices rose for the third month in a row in December, but remain close to late 2019 levels, new RAC data shows. For more of ... 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.
