Industry news

23-03-2023

Drug-driving data suggests need for reform

There were almost 2,500 casualties in relation to drug-driving in 2021, representing a 260% increase since 2012, analysis of data from DfT suggests.

23-03-2023

Life cycle analysis shows environmental impact of ...

The positive impact of EVs on the climate is being diminished by a growing trend towards larger and heavier cars.

23-03-2023

Surrey County Council powers ahead with installati...

Surrey County Council will install 10,000 electric vehicle (EV) charge points by 2030, in partnership with Connected Kerb.

23-03-2023

Booming Cupra sales returns Seat to profit

Seat S.A. has turned a profit for the first time since 2019 as a result of growing demand for its Cupra models.

23-03-2023

SsangYong to re-brand following KG Group takeover

SsangYong Motor Company is changing its name to KG Mobility as part of a re-brand of the business, following its takeover by KG Group.

23-03-2023

40% rise in vehicle repair costs over past five y...

The cost of vehicle repairs has risen by 40% from 2018 to 2022, according to analysis of extended warranty claims by Intelligent Motoring.

22-03-2023

Goggo Network and Oxbotica partnership brings auto...

Goggo Network, a specialist in autonomous last- and middle-mile logistics, is joining forces with Oxbotica to further automate logistics in Europe.

22-03-2023

Breakthrough for high-power wireless EV charging t...

Wireless charging of electric vehicles (EVs) at up to 500kW could be possible following the development of new technology in Sweden.

22-03-2023

Fleet briefs: Latest from Veolia, Kwik Fit, AssetW...

Veolia helps reduce carbon emissions for Dover District Council and Kwik Fit enters the bike sector through a strategic partnership with Fettle.

22-03-2023

Ford unveils the new Explorer - its second electri...

Ford has unveiled the Explorer, a new electric SUV that will go on sale this year alongside its existing Mustang Mach-E model.

22-03-2023

Vacancy for Nissan fleet director as Vincze takes ...

Nissan fleet director Csaba Vincze has been named as the manufacturer’s new network development and customer quality director.

22-03-2023

Fleets prioritise electric vehicle efficiency as c...

The efficiency of different electric vehicles is being prioritised by fleets due to increases in charging costs, according to the AFP.

21-03-2023

Ban on sale of new petrol and diesel vehicles tryi...

A group of EU countries, led by Germany, is seeking to overturn a ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2035.

21-03-2023

InstaVolt adds 16 new 120kW chargers to its Banbur...

InstaVolt has launched its largest charging hub yet at Stroud Park, Banbury, with 16 new chargers installed at the site on the M40.

21-03-2023

Electric used vehicles 'taking longer to sell' tha...

Electric vehicles being defleeted are taking more than twice as long to sell as internal combustion engine models, new research from Epyx suggests.

21-03-2023

800 different home tariffs ‘confuse’ electric ...

EV drivers are potentially missing out on savings worth hundreds of pounds by not switching to specialist home charging tariffs, research suggests.

21-03-2023

Car drivers ‘back Government extension of first ...

The extension of the first MOT test from three years to four is supported by almost nine out 10 (89%) car drivers, new research shows.

21-03-2023

Almost a fifth of roads less than five years from ...

Fleets face further downtime and costly repairs thanks to worsening carriageway conditions.

20-03-2023

Alphabet grows plug-in fleet with one-in-three veh...

Electrified vehicles accounted for 31% of total new business at Alphabet in 2022.

20-03-2023

FMG Repair Services to host World Skills Qualifier...

FMG Repair Services has been selected to host the IMI World Skills Body Repair National Qualifiers for the fourth year running.

20-03-2023

Fleet briefs: Latest from BVRLA, Webfleet, Fastned...

Fastned's ultra-rapid EV charging station opens in Martlesham and the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVLRA) launches a new compliance forum.

20-03-2023

Nottingham City Council implements V2G charging fo...

Nottingham City Council has adopted bi-directional electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities at its fleet depot that use solar and battery energy storage.

20-03-2023

New transport devolution deal for Greater Manche...

Greater Manchester will get new responsibilities over transport as part of a new devolution deal with Government.

20-03-2023

Fuel retailers profit from “inflated” diesel p...

Diesel prices remain unnecessarily high, according to the RAC, as falling wholesale prices fail to be reflected at the pumps.

17-03-2023

Mercedes updates GLA and GLB SUVs

Mercedes-Benz has applied a series of updates to its GLA and GLB SUV models.

17-03-2023

Skoda revenues rise as car maker overcomes supply ...

Skoda increased its global revenues by 19% in 2022, despite the challenges caused by supply chain constraints and the war in Ukraine.

17-03-2023

Two-in-five councils fail to engage with fleets ov...

Two out of five local authorities in the UK are yet to engage with the fleet sector when considering electric vehicle charging needs, according to the BVRLA.

16-03-2023

VW unveils ID 2 compact electric car

Volkswagen has unveiled a concept version of its upcoming ID 2 compact electric car, which is due to launch in 2025.

16-03-2023

Novuna and Applied Driving join forces for electri...

Novuna Vehicle Solutions is partnering with Applied Driving to develop online electric vehicle (EV) driver training modules.

15-03-2023

Fleet News Awards 2023: the results

The results from the Fleet News Awards announced at the Grosvenor House Hotel, London on March 15.

15-03-2023

Budget: Treasury considering new fleet-friendly ca...

Government pledges to work with leasing and rental industry to try and deliver more supportive capital allowances.

15-03-2023

BYD enters UK promising three-month lead times

Chinese newcomer BYD – Build Your Dreams - is promising lead times of three months or less as it launches its first model in the UK, the fully electric Atto 3.

15-03-2023

New framework to ensure transport projects protect...

Consultation launched on an updated framework for new major road, rail, and rail freight schemes, which incorporates latest environmental standards

15-03-2023

Less than 20% would have an EV without a home char...

Less than a fifth of drivers would consider having an electric vehicle (EV) if they couldn’t charge it at home, according to a new study.

14-03-2023

Kia unveils EV9 seven-seat electric SUV

Kia has unveiled the EV9, an electric seven-seat SUV that will be the biggest model in the car maker's line-up.

14-03-2023

Budget: Freeze fuel duty and give EV infrastructur...

The Chancellor is being urged to freeze fuel duty and VED, and tackle issues around electric vehicle charging infrastructure ahead of the Budget.

13-03-2023

Industry jobs: Roles filled at Herd, National Wind...

Dave Fisher has been appointed as head of fleet at Herd Group to help shape the future of the businesses and National Windscreens appoints a new ESG manager.

13-03-2023

Octopus EV orders 5,000 electric vehicles from BYD...

As part of the agreement, Octopus EV will also become BYD’s recommended salary sacrifice partner for their business customers in the UK.