Tag : Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP)
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 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.
Discounts now coming through on EVs, fleets report
Fleets are now being offered discounts on EV list prices, heralding a more competitive environment, according to Fleet Professionals (AFP)’s 2023 Conference.
AFP to step up action on charging improvements and fleet sector diversity
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has revealed big plans for the coming months, including tackling EV charging improvements and promoting fleet industry diversity, as it … Read More »
Action needed to tackle ‘problematic’ falling EV values for fleets
Falling electric vehicle residual values (RVs) are proving “problematic” for fleets and EVs need action to improve their prospects in the used car market.
Comment: A chance to change EV charging
Electric vehicle adoption is growing and considered a major success. However, the experience of running an EV is being tainted for many by the recharging infrastructure, … Read More »
Electric van availability provides opportunity for fleets, says AFP
New electric van availability could be exceeding diesel, providing an opportunity for LCV fleets to seriously consider adopting the new technology, says the Association of Fleet … Read More »
Comment: EVs > the fight against fake news
Misinformation around electric vehicles is rife, with many potential drivers quick to believe some of the false – or exaggerated – stories surrounding them, says Paul … Read More »
Queuing EV drivers being caught out by car park fines, warns AFP
Electric vehicle (EV) drivers queuing to use chargers in car parks are inadvertently being caught out by penalty fines, the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is … Read More »
New EV fleet hub launches on AFP website with help of Nissan
A new electric vehicle hub that will support fleet operators through the process of electrification is now available on the Association of Fleet Professionals’ (AFP) website.
‘Safety-decontented’ company cars to bring risk and RV issues, warns AFP
Fleets are being warned to think carefully before buying new company cars with reduced safety specifications, as the semiconductor shortage rumbles on.
AFP webinar to help fleets create mobility strategies
A new webinar outlining how to create a formal mobility strategy is to be hosted by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
AFP launches specialist electric van fleet transition course
The Association of Fleet Operators (AFP) has introduced its first-ever electric van course for fleets making the switch.
AFP to hold webinars on mobility and EV charging in September
The key subjects of mobility and electric vehicle reimbursements are to come under focus in two Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) webinars in September.
AFP webinar to explore optimising fleet data insights
A new webinar advising fleets on how to gain new data insights is being run by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) this month.
Fleets must prepare for next ‘Covid-level’ event, says AFP
Preparing fleet operations for the risk of future ‘Covid-level’ events will become essential to winning new business.
Grey fleet best practice to be tackled at new AFP webinar
The rise in the grey fleet and the issue of best practice is to come under the spotlight at a new webinar being held by the … Read More »
New ‘mythbuster’ advice to help fleets answer EV queries
A new ‘mythbusters’ document is available from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) to help fleets tackle common company car driver misconceptions on electric vehicles.
Online training course to help fleets switch to electric vehicles
A new online training course is being introduced by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) to help businesses transition to electric vehicles.
Budget 2021: Kerbside charging should be a focus, says Association of Fleet Professionals
The Government needs to take ownership of the issues with kerbside charging and include action in next month’s Budget.
Fleets should ensure PHEVs being used correctly, says AFP
Employers need to undertake due diligence on driver charging facilities to ensure electric vehicles – in particular plug-in hybrid vehicles – are being used correctly.
Fleet guidance on switching to EVs to launch at AFP webinar
New guidance on how fleets can switch to electric vehicles is to launch at an Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) webinar taking place next week.
Need ‘to stay current’ in very challenging year, fleet managers told
Having the right fleet management skills could make the difference between success and failure in what promises to be a very challenging year.
AFP’s 2021 events to support fleets in ‘very challenging year’
The Association of Fleet Professionals has announced its 2021 calendar of events, targeted at bringing added support for existing and new members as it warns of … Read More »
AFP webinar and guide to help fleets switch to EVs
A new webinar guiding fleets on introducing electric vehicles and backed by a best practice policy guide is being run by the Association of Fleet Professionals … Read More »
Hands-free driving tech not safe yet for drivers, warns AFP
Doubts over the safety of forthcoming autonomous vehicle tech need to be resolved before fleets should allow their drivers to use it.
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.