Industry news

05-12-2024

Delivery roadmap shows policies required to reach ...

A roadmap setting out the policies required to deliver net zero transport and transform UK industry has been published by the Zemo Partnership.

04-12-2024

Ctrack finalises Inseego telematics acquisition

Ctrack has completed the acquisition of Inseego’s international telematics business.

04-12-2024

Leasing companies warned worse to come before used...

Increased re-leasing or extending contracts may not be enough to ease the pain from the collapse in used battery electric vehicle prices, new analysis suggests.

04-12-2024

Lorna McAtear on what fleets want from supplier pa...

In this video, National Grid head of fleet Lorna McAtear shares thoughts on what fleets are looking for when tendering for new supplier and manufacturer partners

04-12-2024

Cox Automotive launches LCV appraisal and valuatio...

Cox Automotive has launched an appraisal and valuation tool designed for light commercial vehicles.

04-12-2024

Ford Puma Gen-E: best-seller gains electric powert...

Ford has added an electric powertrain option to the Puma, its best-selling model.

04-12-2024

Diesel 12p per litre cheaper than a year ago

Pump prices for petrol and diesel are significantly cheaper than they were a year ago, despite both reporting increases in November, according to the RAC.

04-12-2024

Opinion: Why hydrogen for fleets needs concerted G...

AFP chair Paul Hollick explains why fleets need a structured hydrogen transport which provides a roadmap for how adoption can progress over the next few years.

04-12-2024

Short-term rental increase to manage new recruits

Liquid Fleet has reported a rise in the number of employers opting for shorter term rental cars to cover probationary periods for new recruits.

04-12-2024

HMRC mileage rate leaving electric company car dri...

Electric vehicle drivers reimbursed using HMRC’s advisory electricity rate are being underpaid by hundreds of pounds a year, new research suggests.

03-12-2024

Allied Bakeries trialling electric DAF truck as pa...

Allied Bakeries are trialling a new electric DAF truck as part of a major 68 vehicle diesel truck fleet renewal deal.

03-12-2024

Jaguar shares further hint on new brand direction ...

Jaguar has revealed the first images that hint at its new brand direction with its new 00 electric concept car.

03-12-2024

BEV fleet registrations continue to rise

Battery electric vehicle fleet registrations have risen to 43% market share.

03-12-2024

Opinion: Should the Government have raised fuel du...

Lightfoot client services director Ben Bax says short term decisions on tax hinder longer-term solutions to fuel economy, emissions and net zero.

03-12-2024

London NHS Trust switches to EV for car pool fleet

Central London Community Healthcare NHS Trust (CLCH) has replaced the majority of its car pool fleet with electric vehicles.

03-12-2024

UK used car market to see 'only modest growth' to ...

The UK used car market is projected to see only modest growth in the coming years, according to the latest analysis from Cox Automotive.  

03-12-2024

Echoes launch Connected Conference on the future o...

A premier event that will regroup OEMs executives, fleet managers and industry experts.

03-12-2024

‘Peak petrol’ reached as EV growth means fuel ...

The most recent figures showed that petrol’s market share was 53.6%, down from 56.4% in 2023.

02-12-2024

Electric vehicle drivers report growing reliance o...

Zapmap reveals findings from its latest EV driver survey, highlighting ownership trends and charging preferences.

02-12-2024

HSBC funding helps vehicle parts manufacturer on t...

A global supplier of aftermarket parts for heavy-duty commercial vehicles is using £1m funding to boost its manufacturing capabilities.

02-12-2024

New zero-emission micromobility hire solution for ...

FridgeXpress has launched a range of new micromobility vehicles capable of carrying chilled or refrigerated goods.

02-12-2024

Flexible rentals for whatever's around the corner

A key part of Nexus is Iris®, the industry’s leading B2B vehicle and plant hire platform.

02-12-2024

UK will be a priority for OEMs’ electric cars (v...

Strength of the market, especially in fleet, will mean manufacturers cannot divert production to other markets

02-12-2024

Impact of Black Friday and Christmas on last-mile ...

There is a significant uptick in idling ratios, fuel consumption and CO2 emissions from Black Friday through to Boxing Day, new research from Geotab shows.

29-11-2024

Road deaths decline but speeding a factor in half ...

There were an estimated 1,607 fatalities on Britain’s roads over a 12-month period up to June, a decline of 2% compared to the year ending June 2023.

29-11-2024

Traffic management firm secures asset finance back...

City Traffic Management Services is targeting growth after securing a significant six-figure asset finance package.

29-11-2024

‘Reform needed’ to bring electric vehicle publ...

The RAC argues reforms are required to bring cost of public charging down and ensure EVs are an attractive option for drivers who cannot charge at home.

29-11-2024

Heidi Alexander named new transport secretary afte...

New transport secretary appointed after it emerged Haigh was convicted for an offence involving a mobile phone in 2013.

28-11-2024

Zenith reports growth but BEV used car market chal...

The decline in residual values on used battery electric vehicles have continued to impact the financial performance of Zenith.

28-11-2024

Genesis targets user-choosers after salary sacrifi...

Korean automotive brand Genesis is looking to become a firm favourite for user-choosers after targeting the company car and salary sacrifice market.

28-11-2024

Government unveils vision for integrated transport...

The transport secretary has revealed a new ‘people-first’ approach to transport, in a speech to metro mayors, council leaders and transport bodies in Leeds.

28-11-2024

Drivers still paying more for fuel than they shoul...

High fuel margins are continuing to inflate pump prices for drivers and fleets, according to a new interim monitoring report from the CMA.

28-11-2024

New charges for Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels t...

TfL has set out its recommendations for the package of discounts, exemptions and charges for the Silvertown and Blackwall tunnels.

28-11-2024

Consultation on changes to national speed limits

The Scottish Government is considering cutting the speed limit on single carriageways to 50mph.

28-11-2024

Jaecoo 7 goes on sale to mark brand's UK debut

Chinese car maker Jaecoo has started accepting orders for its debut model, the 7 SUV.

28-11-2024

“Urgent action” needed to help UK car and van ...

SMMT issues plea to Government after UK car and light van production expectations downgraded for this year and next.

28-11-2024

Best bodyshops and garages highlighted with IMI Sk...

Some of the best technicians and repairers in the UK have been highlighted as part of the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) 2024 Skills Competition.

27-11-2024

Government to review ZEV mandate but keep 2030 dea...

The 2030 phase out date for ICE vehicles stays, but minister acknowledges more support needed to make the transition to electric a success.