Industry news

12-11-2025

Policies don't change culture – people do

Drivers are not leaving the industry, they are leaving the environment, says Teodora Byrne of NDwise Hub Consulting

12-11-2025

People skills are the engine of fleet performance

Simon Turner from Driving for Better Business highlights why fleet leaders must invest in people to move their businesses forward.

12-11-2025

Why driver wellbeing deserves the same focus as fl...

James Starling from AA Business Services explains why driver wellbeing underpins everything else and should be a priority for any fleet leader.

11-11-2025

Pacifica cuts vehicle idling by nearly 30%

Pacifica has transformed the performance of its van fleet since adopting Lightfoot’s in-cab real-time driver coaching and rewards platform.

11-11-2025

Fleet fuel warning ahead of predicted Black Friday...

Fleet managers and delivery operators are being warned to expect congestion on Black Friday, with negative consequences for emissions and their bottom line

11-11-2025

Agrii takes deploys first fully electric Mercedes-...

Supplied by Midlands Truck and Van, the new the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 LS ProCabin Stream 4x2 is one of the first of its kind to enter service in the UK.

11-11-2025

Citroen e-C5 Long Range offers 421-mile range for ...

The Citroen e-C5 Aircross Long Range is the third car to achieve eligibility for the upper level of the Government's electric car grant.

11-11-2025

Watch again: making salary sacrifice work for your...

The opportunities and realities of salary sacrifice were the focus of a webinar hosted by Fleet News.

11-11-2025

New skills needed by fleet managers to oversee tra...

In many organisations, the transition to EVs has put an increasing focus and responsibility on fleet decision-makers, including overseeing workplace charging.

11-11-2025

Watch now: Amey - A fleet electrification journey ...

Amey's Richard Guy explains his process when implementing his electrification strategy.

11-11-2025

Electrification redefining fleet manager role

Gaurav Ahluwalia of The Electric Car Scheme looks at the changing role of the modern fleet manager

10-11-2025

Stakeholder management - how to get the best out o...

Secure greater buy-in and engagement from stakeholders across your increasingly complex fleet operations with new guidance from fleet professionals.

10-11-2025

Ogilvie helps MSL Property Care Services electrify...

MSL Property Care Services recently took delivery of its latest batch of electric vehicles from Ogilvie Fleet.

10-11-2025

Record-breaking market share for used electric veh...

The uptake of used battery electric vehicles grew faster than any other powertrain – up 44.4% to 80,614 units in Q3, according to new figures from the SMMT.

10-11-2025

Lexus tops dealer satisfaction survey

Lexus received the highest ranking in the latest dealer attitude survey published by the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA).

10-11-2025

What makes a modern fleet leader?

James Pestell, board member of the Association of Fleet Professionals explains how fleet management has changed dramatically in recent years.

10-11-2025

Booster shot: the AFP guide to building confidence...

How fleet managers can stay self-assured under pressure, by the Association of Fleet Professionals.

10-11-2025

Fleets warned of AI-generated expense claim scam

Google searches for ‘AI receipts’ have soared by 340% in the past three months, as thousands of businesses face expense scams, new research suggests.

10-11-2025

Fleet remarketing: Mixed picture for used car and ...

Average used car values decline, but BCA reports the second highest average value recorded this year for used LCVs.

07-11-2025

Industry jobs: Latest appointments at Ayvens, Corp...

The latest industry appointments, including new chief remarketing and asset management officer named at Ayvens and Sogo Mobility appoints new head of leasing.

07-11-2025

Watch again: Selecting the right commercial vehicl...

Guidance on choosing the best vans for your fleet, with opinions from fleet professionals in a group webinar discussion.

07-11-2025

Pricing confirmed for BYD Seal 6 DM-i plug-in hybr...

BYD has confirmed the pricing and specification for its new Seal 6 DM-i models, which are available now.

07-11-2025

Mercedes CLA gains hybrid powertrains

Mercedes has expanded the CLA line-up with new petrol hybrid powertrain options.

07-11-2025

Aion to showcase electric cars and reveal UK deale...

The Chinese EV brand will showcase three of its Aion V electric cars, as well as share plans for its UK dealer network, at Automotive Management Live next week.

07-11-2025

Renault Twingo unveiled ahead of launch

Renault has revealed the Twingo E-Tech city car, which will go on sale in 2027 with a price of less than £20,000.

07-11-2025

DVLA issues new diabetes rules for drivers

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency has introduced changes to the rules for drivers with diabetes.

07-11-2025

Former Volvo MD Jon Wakefield joins Aion Auto UK

Jon Wakefield has joined Aion Auto UK as managing director, ahead of the brand's official launch in 2026.

06-11-2025

Bank of England committee divided on interest rate...

Recent inflation figures leave the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) divided as to whether to make another cut.

06-11-2025

Industry reacts to pence-per-mile tax on electric ...

EV tax plan comes under fire from the fleet and leasing sector, as well as the wider automotive industry, warning it will deter people from making the switch.

06-11-2025

Celebrate fleet excellence: two weeks left to ente...

Be quick – deadline for entries is Friday, November 21.

06-11-2025

Pump price increase reversed with petrol and diese...

Sainsbury’s is selling some of the cheapest petrol in the UK, with its Ipswich store on Hadleigh Road charging just 124.9p a litre.

06-11-2025

Lloyds Banking Group renews outsourced remarketing...

Lloyds Banking Group is renewing one of the UK’s largest volume contracts in the used automotive sector with BCA.

06-11-2025

Car loans compensation scheme consultation extende...

Financial Conduct Authority makes decision to extend deadline after requests for more time to analyse market data and ensure the scheme is effective.

05-11-2025

Tesco strikes 750-strong electric fleet deal with ...

The fleet order will help it achieve its aim of operating a fully electric home delivery fleet by 2030.

05-11-2025

Plug-in hybrids join EV salary sacrifice line-up t...

PHEVs will be offered via salary sacrifice for the first time by the Electric Car Scheme to attract employees not ready to go fully electric.

05-11-2025

New van market declines with call for ‘urgent ac...

Registrations of new electric vans fell for the first time in 13 months.

05-11-2025

Digital Innk expands network and plans for further...

The fleet technology specialist has grown its ViSN service network to more than 7,800 sites and franchises across the UK and Ireland.

05-11-2025

Project launched to help bluelight fleets make tra...

UK Power Networks project is designed to simplify and speed up the transition to EVs for the emergency services.