Tag : Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP)
Growing profile of the fleet manager in focus at AFP’s 2025 conference
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has revealed details for its 2025 conference, which will have a central theme of the growing profile of the fleet … 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 »
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 »
AFP links with BVRLA to offer salary sacrifice course for fleets
A new salary sacrifice course is available for members of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) in partnership with the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association … Read More »
EV charging expert Virta joins Association of Fleet Professionals
Virta has joined the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) as part of its drive to accelerate the UK’s EV transition.
AFP to share committee expertise more widely to fleets
The Association of Fleet Professionals is adopting new ways to disseminate the work of its committees, creating deeper insights to aid fleet strategies.
AFP to launch fleet intelligence consultancy service
A new consultancy service providing dedicated fleet expertise is launching from the Association of Fleet Professionals later this year.
Shared charging platform for electric fleets close to launch
An online platform that allows fleets to share their electric vehicle charging facilities with other businesses is close to launching, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) … Read More »
AFP reworks fleet vehicle Delivery Standard to power up dealer adoption
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reworked its Delivery Standard for fleet vehicles in a move to establish an industry default among dealers.
AFP announces 2024 Member Expo
More than 50 exhibitors have already signed up to take part in the Association of Fleet Professionals’ second Member Expo, which is being announced today.
Some businesses reducing London van fleets in favour of public transport, says AFP
Some businesses are reducing the number of vans they operate in London in favour of engineers using public transport, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is … Read More »
AFP Comment: Five ‘easy wins’ for the new Labour government
Five “easy wins” have been identified by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) that the industry body is aiming to promote to the new Labour government.
AFP Comment: Don’t cut off the car choices
Will fleets stockpile existing vehicles to sidestep electrification…? By Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Thirst for EV knowledge drives fleet membership growth at AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is experiencing a boom in demand with membership numbers up 15% in the last year.
Condition of daily rental vehicles becoming ‘noticeably poorer’, warns AFP
The number of daily rental vehicles with safety issues being offered to fleets appears to be rising, reckons the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
More detail needed on Labour manifesto proposals, says AFP
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has called for the Labour Party to provide more details on a range of proposals affecting fleets contained in its … Read More »
Extended Benefit-in-Kind tax tables should be top fleet job for new government, says AFP
An announcement on extended company car Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) taxation tables should be “among the first fleet jobs” for the new government, says the Association of Fleet … Read More »
Dedicated fleet managers vital for larger fleets to stay on top of evolving auto landscape
Large companies with fleets cannot rely on outsourcing vehicle management if they are to navigate the ever-evolving automotive landscape effectively.
Fleet sector sets out key tax and regulation asks for next government
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has launched its new Tax and Regulation Manifesto, setting out vital ways for the next government to support fleets.
ZEV mandate, new EV OEMs and fleet skills shortages spotlighted at AFP conference
The zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate, new manufacturer entrants, controlling insurance costs and skills shortages are the key issues facing fleets this year, according to the … Read More »
Cost of highway charging is barrier to fleet EV adoption, warns AFP
The cost of highway charging is pricing some fleets out of electric vehicle adoption, the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) has warned.
ZEV order quotas creating dilemmas for van fleet replacements, warns AFP
Fleets ordering new diesel vans are being hit by eLCV quotas stipulated by manufacturers in response to the zero emission vehicle (ZEV) mandate.
Full list of speakers confirmed for AFP’s 2024 conference
The full of list of speakers has now been confirmed for this year’s annual conference from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Shared EV charging practicable for van fleets, finds AFP committee
Obstacles to shared EV charging for van fleets could potentially be resolved quite quickly, supporting a wider shift to electrification for operators.
Check for wrong registration plates on delivery, AFP warns fleets
Fleets should check that cars and vans are delivered with the correct registration plates, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has advised.
Barriers to entry: The AFP on what’s needed for fleet electrification
Fleets might have all the intentions of transitioning to EV, but it is proving more difficult for some than they thought, says Paul Hollick, chair of … Read More »
Fleet managers fighting ‘flood’ of EV misinformation, says AFP
Fleets are now having to push back against EV ‘scare stories’ to push ahead with electrification, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
Agency model leading to substandard fleet deliveries, says AFP
Growing adoption among carmakers of the dealer agency model is impacting vehicle deliveries to some fleets, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
AFP 2024 conference to tackle key issues nominated by fleets
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has announced details for this year’s conference, which will tackle key issues for fleets, as nominated by members.
AFP Comment: Time to shine
Matt Hammond, board member, Association of Fleet Professionals, explains why now is the time for fleet managers to shine.