Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
BMW boosts i5 range and adds faster charging for PHEVs - BMW is rolling out a major package of updates across its line-up from the spring, boosting range, performance and functionality. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »- One car stolen every 8.5 minutes in 2024 - The UK’s most stolen cars of 2024 have been revealed as new data shows a staggering 61,343 vehicle thefts were reported last year. For more of ... Read More »
- LCV Group sold to Global Vans to create Global Vehicle Group - Global Vans has acquired car and van leasing broker the LCV Group from Crownhawk Properties for an undisclosed sum. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Genesis to axe ICE-powered models and go EV-only - Genesis is dropping all petrol- and diesel-powered models and transforming to a fully electrified brand in 2025. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Electric vehicles increasingly ‘normalised’ but practical concerns linger - Electric vehicles are becoming ‘normalised’ in the UK as half of drivers now either own an EV, or know someone who does. For more of the ... Read More »
Wex plans UK launch for EV charging solutions - Global commerce platform Wex has announced a major expansion of its EV charging solution for European commercial fleets. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »- BMW iX gets more power and up to 426 miles of range - BMW has updated its iX electric flagship with refreshed design, increased power for all variants and up to 426 miles of range. For more of the ... Read More »
- Huge fall in off-peak prices as EV charging sites outnumber forecourts 4:1 - Off-peak charging across fast, rapid and ultra-rapid public charging fell by up to 28% in December, according to the latest AA EV Recharge Report. For more ... Read More »
- DKV Mobility integrates Applegreen fast chargers in UK and Ireland - DKV Mobility, a leading platform for international mobility services, is expanding its UK charging network under a partnership with global network operator Applegreen Electric. For more ... Read More »
- Flexis presents trio of electric vans for connected urban logistics - Flexis, the joint venture between Renault Group, Volvo Group and CMA CGM, has unveiled a trio of electric vans ahead of their arrival in 2026. For ... Read More »
- Leasys UK names new managing director as Matthew Boswell departs - Leasys UK has named Shane Coomber as its new managing director from 1 February, succeeding Matthew Boswell. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Government pledges to work with private sector on Lower Thames Crossing - The Government has signalled its support for the Lower Thames Crossing and said it’s exploring options for privately financing the project. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- AFP calls for electric van MOT deferral as fleets find tests ‘impossible’ to book - The Association of Fleet Operators (AFP) has called for an official deferral for MOTs on 4.25-tonne electric vans after some fleets reported finding tests “impossible” to ... Read More »
- Boost for UK on-street charging network with £65m investment - Fresh investment into the UK’s charging network is set to deliver thousands more on-street chargers in a boost to EV drivers. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- TfL urges fleets to pre-register for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel discounts - Transport for London (TfL) is inviting fleets and drivers to pre-register for Silvertown and Blackwall Tunnel user charge discounts ahead of tolls starting in April. For ... Read More »
- Renault 5 electric hatch on sale from under £23k - The Renault 5 E-Tech electric supermini is on sale now, priced from £22,995. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Lexus pulls LS luxury saloon from UK line-up - Lexus has dropped the LS luxury saloon from its UK model line-up 35 years after it was first launched. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- RED Corporate Driver Training to showcase SafetyFirst system at GBFE 2025 - RED Corporate Driver Training is returning to the Great British Fleet Event to spotlight its latest breakthroughs for fleet safety. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Reborn Fiat Panda debuts with electric and mild hybrid models - Fiat’s Grande Panda will arrive in the UK this spring, positioned as one of the UK’s most affordable electric cars. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Registrations open for 2025 Great British Fleet Event - Visitor registration is now open for the 2025 Great British Fleet Event – enabling fleets to sign up for their free ticket to the much-anticipated show. For ... Read More »
- Trust in ADAS soars but fleet training still needed for many - Confidence in advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) technology is growing but a gap in driver understanding of certain systems reinforces the need for fleets to increase ... Read More »
- Audi reveals electric extreme offroad concept - Audi has showcased its Q6 e-tron offroad concept, giving a “taste of a potential vehicle in the progressive off-road segment”. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Autohorn hits rental landmark in first year of independent operation - Autohorn Car and Van Rental has reported a successful first year of independent operations and laid out its plans for 2025. For more of the latest ... Read More »
- Polestar Energy launches in UK with compelling charging offer - The Polestar Energy charging initiative is now fully live in the UK, offering customers smarter, more efficient and cheaper home charging. 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.
