Industry news

20-01-2025

Secure your place: book your Fleet News Awards tab...

With the 2025 Fleet News Awards just weeks away, now is the perfect time for companies to secure their tables and ensure they don’t miss out on celebrating the very best in fleet.

20-01-2025

Invest in roads to kickstart economic growth, says...

The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is calling for urgent investment by Government in the strategic road network to kickstart economic growth.

20-01-2025

CA Auto Finance and KGM UK launch KGM Financial Se...

The new brand will offer retail and contract hire finance ,and wholesale financing.

20-01-2025

Stellantis Pro One vans gain Plus trim grade

Stellantis has expanded its Pro One vehicle range with the addition of a new Plus trim level.

20-01-2025

Canoo ceases operations and declares bankruptcy

Electric commercial vehicle startup Canoo has ceased all operations and filed for bankruptcy.

20-01-2025

Electric Miles and Ryze Power agree fleet energy m...

Electric Miles and Ryze Power have announced a strategic partnership to drive innovation in fleet energy management.

20-01-2025

UK expected to introduce digital driving licences

The Government is aiming to introduce digital driving licences this year as it aims to use technology to “transform public services”.

20-01-2025

Domino starts electric delivery van trials

Domino’s Pizza Group is starting an electric van trial marking a further step towards the group’s ambition to reduce emissions across the business.

20-01-2025

Most popular UK new car colours revealed

The most popular new car colours have been revealed by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

20-01-2025

Just two out of five drivers know legal minimum ty...

Most drivers do not know if their tyres are illegal, according to new research conducted by the RAC and the charity TyreSafe.

20-01-2025

New fuel stations to cater for electric and hydrog...

An initial five-station network will be completed by the end of 2027, with forecourts planned in Sheffield, Immingham, Warrington, Corby and Towcester.

17-01-2025

Biggest sold volume of used EVs on record at BCA

The company says it is on track to sell more than 40,000 units over the next 12 months as the used EV market continues to grow.

17-01-2025

2025's safest cars revealed by Thatcham

Thatcham Research has shortlisted the 10 safest cars currently available, revealing the contenders for the 2025 What Car? Safety Award.

17-01-2025

Volvo Car UK and the Eden Project extend fleet par...

A partnership between Volvo Car UK and the Eden Project, which began in 2021, has been extended until 2027.

17-01-2025

Self-driving project announces Oxa as autonomy pro...

Oxa has been named as the new autonomy provider for a self-driving bus project, running during the first quarter of 2025.

17-01-2025

New fleet procurement white paper from Venson Auto...

A new white paper from Venson Automotive Solutions aims to help fleets navigate the pitfalls of fleet procurement for a successful tender process

17-01-2025

Opinion: Embracing flexibility in turbulent times

Lee O’Connell, sales director at Sogo mobility, explains why it’s important fleet operators need solutions that allow them to pivot as conditions change.

17-01-2025

State of local roads branded ‘embarrassing’ by...

MPs accuse the DfT of not taking its responsibilities and use of public money on local roads sufficiently seriously in scathing report.

17-01-2025

FSEW completes decarbonisation mission with new na...

South Wales haulier FSEW has replaced its final four diesel trucks with new Iveco S-Way natural gas vehicles.

16-01-2025

Opinion: New and used light commercial vehicle mar...

Andy Picton, specialist RV analyst at Glass’s, analyses the performance of both new and used van markets in December.

16-01-2025

Royal Mail deploys 6,000th electric vehicle

Royal Mail’s 6,000th electric van has been deployed at Manchester Mail Centre, adding to 15 others already at the site used for deliveries and collections.

16-01-2025

EO Charging optimises TCO to drive fleet electrifi...

EO Charging’s approach to electrification aims to provide the necessary flexibility and intelligence, enabling fleets to optimise total cost of ownership.

16-01-2025

New EV powertrain plant to be built in Sunderland

A deal has been struck between Nissan, the Japan Automatic Transmission Company and the UK Government to build a new manufacturing site in Sunderland.

16-01-2025

VW ID 7 sets new range record

Volkswagen has set a new range record for the ID 7 after driving 587 miles on a single charge.

15-01-2025

Market disruption from EV ambitions will accelerat...

Mistrust of valuation forecasts, more vehicle recalls and the challenge of closing an EV servicing gap to define Britain's struggling automotive market in 2025.

15-01-2025

New Michelin Primacy 5 tyre achieves longer lifesp...

The new tyre is A-rated according to the European standard and improves braking performance by 4% on wet surfaces when new.

15-01-2025

Record number of rental vehicles for Nexus

Nexus has announced a record number of vehicles on rent during December 2024, with 28,293 vehicles out on the road at a single time.

15-01-2025

BVRLA warns of coming EV residual value storm

Electric vehicles now represent 37% of the total lease fleet and 44% of new additions, with some leasing companies already well above the 50% threshold.

15-01-2025

Tunnel closures linked to increased congestion and...

Safety, congestion and travel disruption caused by closures of the Blackwall Tunnel revealed in telematics data from more than 16,000 commercial vehicles.

15-01-2025

ATS Euromaster extends mobile servicing to non-bus...

Drivers will be able to request an appointment at their home or place of work for the tyre fitment service.

15-01-2025

Fastest lead times for fleet vehicle service, main...

The regions with the fastest and slowest fleet vehicle SMR lead times have been revealed in new data.

15-01-2025

Opinion: Where next for the ZEV mandate?

Dylan Setterfield, head of forecast strategy at Cap HPI, examines the challenges posed by the ZEV mandate and how they require a coordinated response.

15-01-2025

Massive increase in pothole-related breakdowns rep...

Fleets warned pothole-related breakdowns could increase further as new data, published to coincide with National Pothole Day, shows scale of the problem.

14-01-2025

Industry jobs: Senior roles filled at Renault Truc...

The latest industry appointments, including Renault Trucks announces leadership changes at Renault Truck Commercials and Jameel Motors names UK MD.

14-01-2025

China responsible for two-thirds of global EV regi...

Global electric vehicle sales grew by 25% in 2024 to 17.1 million units, while the European market ended the year down 3% compared to 2023.

14-01-2025

Truline renews a fifth of its fleet with Prohire

Truline has upgraded 109 vehicles of its 500-strong fleet with Prohire and its alternative fuels division Progreen in a major fleet renewal programme.

14-01-2025

Skoda reveals pricing of updated Enyaq

Skoda has unveiled the 2025 Enyaq with a fresh look and enhanced technology.

14-01-2025

‘Biggest-ever’ order of electric trucks placed...

New on-foot deliveries also launched across central London, with pilots developed in partnership with the London Boroughs of Hackney, Westminster and Islington.