Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
UK’s Brightmile driver behaviour app sold to Smith System - Smith System, a US-based global leader in driver safety management, has acquired UK driver behaviour analytics specialist Brightmile for an undisclosed sum. For more of the ... Read More »
Many fleets unaware of looming VED bills for EVs, AFP warns - Many fleets are still unaware of substantial hikes in vehicle excise duty (VED) charges on electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) from April, the Association ... Read More »
Škoda Elroq electric SUV gains mid-range grades and flagship SportLine - Škoda has expanded the launch line-up for its Elroq electric compact SUV with new mid-range models and a top-rung SportLine grade. For more of the latest ... Read More »- Cricket legend Sir Ian Botham to headline 2025 Great British Fleet Awards - Sir Ian Botham, one of cricket’s greatest all-rounders, will deliver a keynote motivational speech at the 2025 Great British Fleet Awards. For more of the latest ... Read More »
Honda and Nissan officially scrap ‘mega-merger’ talks - Honda, Nissan and Mitsubishi have formally ended talks over a ‘mega-merger’ that would have helped fight off “emerging forces” from China. For more of the latest ... Read More »- Arval posts 5.6% growth in leased fleet and 52% rise in BEVs - Arval has posted increased business results for 2024 showing a rise in its global leased fleet and meteoric battery electric vehicle (BEV) take-up. For more of ... Read More »
- UK-built mobile energy storage and EV charging solution launches - A modular mobile battery energy storage system (BESS) and EV charging solution has launched in the UK for businesses, fleets and infrastructure projects. For more of ... Read More »
- Green signs and totem poles would flag up public EV charging better, drivers say - Current signage for public EV charge points needs a boost to make the public network more prominent, AA member research has found. For more of the ... Read More »
- EV sales to overtake petrol by 2028, predicts Cox Automotive - Cox Automotive has issued new and used car forecasts for 2025 and beyond, predicting that sales of fully electric cars will overtake petrol in the UK ... Read More »
- Kia to uncover EV4 saloon, PV5 van and Concept EV2 SUV at 2025 EV Day - Kia has given a heads-up on its upcoming 2025 EV Day, which will uncover its global EV leadership strategy and key models. For more of the ... Read More »
- VAT reduction on public charging would save EV drivers £85m this year - Electric vehicle lobby group FairCharge is demanding the UK cuts VAT on public charging to end the existing two-tier system and boost EV adoption. For more ... Read More »
- Islington Council drives EV fleet rollout with £1.2m charging project - Islington Council is supporting its 550+ fully electric fleet with a major new charging project. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- New private parking rules to address ‘five-minute’ fines - Private parking rules in the UK are set to change, addressing the ‘five-minute’ rule to protect motorists who struggle to pay within the timeframe. For more ... Read More »
- China’s Xpeng enters UK with electric SUV-coupé launch - Chinese electric car brand Xpeng has officially launched in the UK, starting first with its G6 SUV-coupé. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Tranzaura Group expands in UK with Truckfile acquisition - Tranzaura Group, a leading transport technology firm based in Ireland, has acquired fleet software provider Truckfile for an undisclosed sum. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Record results and new driver coaching functionality for Licence Check - Licence Check has announced record results for its DAVIS (Driver and Vehicle Information Solution) platform while also enhancing its DAVIS Coaching module with new functionality. For ... Read More »
- Young Driver invests £2m in switch to Suzuki fleet - Young Driver, a leading UK provider of driving lessons to under-17s, has agreed a £2m deal to add 170 Suzuki Swifts to its fleet. For more ... Read More »
- WB Power Services awards solus fleet deal to Arval - Arval has won a new, solus fleet agreement with WB Power Services, spanning everything from vehicles to wider services. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Ban ‘polluting’ hybrids from 2030 and ditch ‘confusing’ names, says EV lobby group - Electric Vehicles UK has waded into rows over the ZEV mandate and ICE ban, calling for ministers not to include hybrids in plans from 2030 while ... Read More »
- Deadline for Great British Fleet Awards entries fast approaching - Fleet managers and suppliers have less than a month to submit their entries for the Great British Fleet Awards 2025 and drive recognition for their work. ... Read More »
- Grey drivers neglecting vital SMR checks, Venson warns - Venson Automotive Solutions has called on employers to educate grey fleet drivers on correct vehicle care as research indicates vital service, maintenance and repair (SMR) checks ... Read More »
- UK set to miss 2028 ZEV mandate targets without ‘tangible’ incentives - The UK will miss crucial targets on zero-emission vehicle sales by 2028 if major consumer concerns are not addressed. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- One in six drivers spotted not wearing a seatbelt on motorways - More than one in seven drivers regularly see other road users not wearing their seatbelt on motorways, the AA Charitable Trust has revealed. For more of ... Read More »
- Allstar white paper to help streamline fleet transition to EVs - A new white paper now out from Allstar could help fleets transition to electric cars more smoothly while reaping the cost and eco benefits. For more ... Read More »
- New EV infrastructure tools to help councils accelerate charge point rollout - A new initiative to simplify the procurement of electric vehicle infrastructure (EVI) for local authorities has launched. For more of the latest industry news, click here.
- Volvo EX30 electric crossover gets beefed-up off-road version - Volvo has given its EX30 compact electric crossover an off-road makeover with the arrival of a Cross Country variant. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
- Dates announced for M25 weekend closures in March - National Highways is closing the Surrey stretch of the M25 for two weekends in March as part of the ongoing junction 10 improvement project. For more ... Read More »
- Record sales of second-hand EVs as used car market extends growth streak - Demand for used EVs has risen to record levels amid continued growth for the UK’s used car market. For more of the latest industry news, click ... Read More »
- New Ford Pro tech could save vital seconds for every delivery stop - Convenient new technology from Ford could save drivers vital seconds before and after every drop while keeping their vans secure. For more of the latest industry ... Read More »
- Renault previews Estafette, Goelette and Trafic electric LCV trio - Renault has revealed names and body styles for its trio of new electric vans, developed under the Flexis collaboration to meet the evolving needs of last-mile ... 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.
