Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Overhauled Tesla Model Y now available to order - Tesla’s majorly revamped Model Y is now available to order in the UK, complete with enhanced efficiency, refinement, quality and range. For more of the latest ... Read More »- Consultation explores major change to MOT tests for Northern Ireland - A consultation seeking views on changing MOT test frequencies from one year to two years for some private cars, motorcycles and light goods vehicles is now ... Read More »
- Aston Barclay shuts Leeds auction site in new sales programme - Aston Barclay is closing its Leeds auction site and positioning Donington Park as its hub for commercial vehicles as part of a new sales programme. For ... Read More »
- Shoreham Vehicle Auctions bolsters remarketing team - Experienced vehicle remarketing expert Jon-Paul (JP) Paviour has joined the team at Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA). For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Price gap between EVs and ICE vehicles falls - Greater price parity between electric cars and petrol/diesel is helping to drive EV demand as models become more accessible and affordable. For more of the latest ... Read More »
Samsara gets direct telematics link to Stellantis brands - Samsara has expanded its strategic collaboration with Stellantis, enabling seamless hardware-free access to vehicle telematics data for fleets. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »- Kia springboards UK electric vans launch with new Professional Business Vans brand - Kia is breaking into the UK LCV sector with a new “and disruptive” electric van business and UK-wide van centre launch from this spring. For more ... Read More »
- Škoda Superb SportLine on sale with enhanced dynamics and up to 265hp - Škoda’s latest-generation Superb is now available in SportLine guise, kitted out with athletic looks and bespoke dynamics. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Half of drivers fail roadside drug tests in growing drug-driving epidemic - One in two motorists pulled over on suspicion of drug-driving are failing roadside drug tests, prompting calls to tackle a growing epidemic. For more of the ... Read More »
- Senior management changes at Lightfoot amid European expansion - Fleet technology specialist Lightfoot has unveiled changes to its senior management structure, paving the way for European expansion. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Electric buggy fleet now available to hire in London borough - A fleet of pay-as-you-go electric buggies is now available to hire on the streets of Hammersmith & Fulham, marking a UK first. For more of the ... Read More »
- DfT holds firm on 2030 ICE ban and ZEV mandate | Ultra-rapid charger goal nears - The Department for Transport (DfT) has said that it’s sticking to its guns on plans to phase out cars solely powered by internal combustion engines (ICE) ... Read More »
- UK car industry met ZEV mandate last year, analysis reveals - All car manufacturers have successfully complied with the UK’s electric car sales mandate for 2024, new research finds. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- Dawsongroup to be sold to global investor KKR - Global investment firm KKR has struck a deal to buy vehicle rental and leasing firm Dawsongroup for an undisclosed amount. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- New AFP service to ‘matchmake’ businesses with specialist fleet consultants - A new service that enables businesses to tap into the knowledge and skills of experienced fleet operators is launching this week from the Association of Fleet ... Read More »
- Vauxhall Vivaro and Vivaro Electric vans get sporty GS trim - Vauxhall has introduced a new, dynamic GS trim for both its Vivaro and Vivaro Electric vans, delivering sporty styling and interior upgrades. For more of the ... Read More »
Digital driving licences coming this year, government confirms - The UK government has confirmed that a digital driver licence will launch in the UK later this year as part of a new Gov.UK Wallet and ... Read More »- Omoda and Jaecoo ‘redefine’ plug-in hybrids with new Super Hybrid System - Omoda and Jaecoo have debuted new plug-in hybrid technology specifically adapted to meet the needs of the UK market. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Alpine kicks off electric future with A290 hot hatch arrival - Alpine, Renault’s performance division, has opened orders for its A290 electric hot hatch, priced from £33,500. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Revamped GWM Ora 03 electric hatch topped off with new GT - GWM UK has made over its Ora 03 line-up with new pricing and a range-topping GT. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- New alarm to deter EV charger cable theft - A new device that could crack down on the rising problem of EV charger cable theft and vandalism has launched in the UK. For more of ... Read More »
- Domino’s trials fully electric delivery vans - Domino’s Pizza Group is putting fully electric delivery vans to the test, advancing its work to go net zero. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Electric van startup Canoo files for bankruptcy - Electric van startup Canoo has filed for bankruptcy and announced that it is ceasing operations “immediately” and liquidating its assets. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Stellantis compact vans now available in new ‘Plus’ trim - Stellantis Pro One has introduced a new mid-range trim level across its compact van line-up, bringing improved connectivity and practicality. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Drug driver deaths up 50%, warns AA Charitable Trust - There has been a 50% jump in drivers killed in collisions where the driver was under the influence of drugs, according to the AA Charitable Trust. ... Read More »
- Green startup secures major funding to decarbonise commercial EVs - Aegis Energy is to launch the first clean, multi-energy refuelling hubs for commercial vehicles in the UK with the help of major new funding. 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.
