Tag : Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP)
Open up public sector chargers to help private fleets electrify, moots AFP
Making public sector charging facilities available to all fleets could spur electrification and help plug gaps in the national infrastructure.
Carbon reporting is rising issue for fleets, says AFP
Carbon reporting is becoming increasingly more important for everyday fleet management, with two significant developments in 2024 potentially impacting on fleets.
Accurate range figures for electric vans ‘critical to adoption’, says AFP
Range labelling for electric vans needs a complete overhaul to ensure fleet adoption, the Association of Fleet Professionals has warned.
Robust risk management key to controlling EV insurance premiums, fleets find
Adopting a back-to-basics approach to risk management on electric vehicles could help operators keep EV premiums under control, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported.
Van operators starting to see real potential for hydrogen, says AFP
Some fleet operators are starting to “take hydrogen seriously” as a fuel option on the back of new developments and continued challenges with battery electric vans, … Read More »
Feasibility for van fleets to share EV charging comes under AFP focus
A new committee exploring the practicalities of electric van fleets sharing charging infrastructure has launched from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Zero-emission van deployment tops fleet list for 2024, says AFP
Progressing zero-emission van deployment will be a top priority for operators in 2024, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
AFP Comment: Why it’s business as usual for fleets
Don’t expect any changes to the speed of electrification adoption because of the 2035 delay, says Paul Hollick, chair of the Association of Fleet Professionals.
AFP unveils new training programme amid record-high demand
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has unveiled its training programme for 2024, providing an extensive offering amid record levels of demand.
AFP to share benefits of membership at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has confirmed it will return to the Great British Fleet Event, promoting the benefits of membership.
‘Significant’ variations in EV SMR budgets by leasing firms revealed in new AFP report
A new report that indicates significant variations in the SMR budgets allocated by vehicle leasing companies for electric vehicles is now out from the Association of … Read More »
AFP course to help fleet managers become more confident public speakers
A new course aimed at helping fleet professionals make their voices heard in a corporate environment is launching from the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) for … Read More »
Fleet electrification to get tougher in 2024, warns AFP
Fleets will enter a “tougher” period of electrification in 2024, requiring new approaches and strategies, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has warned.
New AFP committee to tackle equality, diversity and inclusion in fleet sector
A new committee launched by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is working to break down barriers in the workplace by promoting equality, diversity and inclusivity.
Fleet hot topics to come under focus at AFP MemberExpo roundtable debates
A series of roundtable debates at the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP’s) first-ever MemberExpo later this month will feature some of the UK’s leading fleet managers … Read More »
Invalid insurance data inflating fleet EV premiums, warns AFP
Insurers are increasing fleet premiums for EVs based on “incorrect and, in some instances, irrelevant” data, the Association of Fleet Professionals has warned.
AFP Fleet Academy launches new course aimed at fleet administrators
A new course offering targeted training for employees involved in fleet administration has launched from the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) Fleet Academy.
AFP pioneers new mentoring service to pass on fleet manager expertise
New mentoring services that will enable experienced fleet managers to pass their knowledge on to newer industry entrants are now available from the Association of Fleet … Read More »
AFP to hold its first ever MemberExpo
The first expo held by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has been announced for 22 November at the Hilton DoubleTree hotel in Milton Keynes.
Over half of van fleets would consider sharing their chargers, finds AFP
Almost six out of 10 van fleets (58%) would consider sharing their charging infrastructure to help others go electric, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has … Read More »
The AFP’s five-step guide to going electric for fleets
How easy is it to transition to EVs? Paul Hollick, chairman at the Association of Fleet Professionals, reckons it’s as easy as one, two, three (plus … Read More »
AFP urges fleets to lobby for clarity on 4.25-tonne electric van regulations
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is urging fleets to “step up” lobbying for clarification on operational requirements on 4.25-tonne electric vans as it warns of … Read More »
ICE ban delay to have little impact on fleet EV strategies
The Government’s delay on the ban of new petrol and diesel cars/vans is likely to have limited impact on real-world fleet strategies as fleets continue to … Read More »
AFP guide to provide conclusive picture on SMR costs for EVs and ICE
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is creating a new guide that aims to provide the “definitive picture” on service, maintenance and repair (SMR) costs for … Read More »
Two deputy chairs appointed at Association of Fleet Professionals
Two new deputy chairs have been appointed by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP). Lorna McAtear and Matt Hammond have replaced the outgoing deputy chair, Stewart … Read More »
Soaring demand for training at Association of Fleet Professionals
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has reported fast-rising demand for training, as fleets upskill to meet challenges such as electrification.
AFP comment: Why fleets want alternatives to daily rental
Paul Hollick, chair at the Association of Fleet Professionals, on alternative business transport options for fleets dealing with daily rental shortages.
AFP seeks fleet managers to help ‘trailblaze’ new apprenticeship
The Association of Fleet Professionals is calling on experienced fleet managers to help deliver a new apprenticeship standard for fleet specialists.
Official electric van range figures ‘almost useless’, AFP members report
Real-world ranges for electric vans are falling far short of WLTP figures, prompting a call from fleets for more accurate range labelling.
AFP Comment: Why it might be time to believe the hype about hydrogen
Even before the rise of electric vehicles, there was a lot of talk about the potential of hydrogen power. Paul Hollick, Association of Fleet Professionals chair, … Read More »