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Record-high support for electric driving, finds LeasePlan report
More drivers than ever are ready to go electric but lack of charging stations is proving a roadblock on making the switch.
5 February, 2021
Author: Natalie Middleton
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Transport sector must adopt multi-solution approach to emissions reduction, says Mazda
Mazda has become the first carmaker to join the eFuel Alliance, as it pushes for CO2-neutral synthetic fuels to be included in work to reduce
5 February, 2021
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Daimler to rename as Mercedes-Benz after spin-off of truck business
Daimler is planning to split into two separate companies for cars and trucks in a “profound reshaping of the business” to enable their increasingly divergent
4 February, 2021
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BigChange sells majority stake to fuel expansion
BigChange has sold a majority stake in the company to Boston-based growth investment firm Great Hill Partners, enabling it to push ahead with future expansion
4 February, 2021
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New temperature-controlled vehicle converters launches in UK
New conversion business MAR Cooling Solutions has officially launched in the UK, bringing a range of specialist refrigerated and temperature-controlled vehicle conversions.
4 February, 2021
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Martin Rada appointed managing director LEVC Europe
LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) has appointed Martin Rada as the managing director for its European operations. With a 25-year career in the automotive industry,
4 February, 2021
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FleetPartners Australia transforms business processes
FleetPartners Australia has transformed its business practices and enhanced its customer experience with the help of DRIVE Software Solutions.
4 February, 2021
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2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards open for entries
Fleet managers and suppliers are invited to enter for the 2021 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards – including new electric vehicle categories – which
4 February, 2021
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UK van registrations rise while average CO2 falls
The UK van market has seen a positive start to 2021 after registrations rose 2.0% in January.
4 February, 2021
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UK new car sales hit worst level since 1970
The UK’s new car sector has recorded its worst start to a year since 1970; a direct result of the lockdown and the closure of
4 February, 2021
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DS 4 premium hatch brings fight to 1 Series and A3
DS Automobiles has revealed its brand-new DS 4 premium hatchback, due November 2021 and rivalling the Audi A3 and BMW 1 Series.
3 February, 2021
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Leasing firms to get real-time WLTP data via Jato and Sofico project
Leasing companies are now able to access real-time WLTP data under a partnership between Jato Dynamics and Sofico, ensuring fleets get accurate CO2 and fuel
3 February, 2021
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Ebbon Group to develop fleet AI solutions under Zegami tie-up
Ebbon Group is to start developing Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions for automotive sectors, including fleet and rental, via a new tie-up with Oxford University spin-off
3 February, 2021
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Kia starts pilot of last-mile delivery service in Singapore for future PBV business
Kia is to start a ‘breakthrough’ pilot project in last-mile delivery in Singapore as part of its plans to break into the Purpose Built Vehicle
2 February, 2021
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Targa Telematics provides support for Leasys Miles pay-as-you-go leasing
Targa Telematics has helped support the launch of the Leasys Miles pay-as-you-go personal leasing service in the UK.
2 February, 2021
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Harris Group opens Maxus UK headquarters
Harris Maxus has announced plans to establish a UK headquarters in line with its plans for growth.
2 February, 2021
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Kia to recall Sorento models in Europe
Kia has announced a recall of around 5,700 Sorento cars in the UK and Europe for an update to the eCall system.
2 February, 2021
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Ford partners with Google to “reinvent connected vehicle customer experiences”
Ford is partnering with Google to “reinvent connected vehicle customer experiences” and to accelerate its transformation plan under a new six-year tie-up.
2 February, 2021
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Arval’s new mobility services are ‘industry-first’ in Europe
Arval has introduced a set of new mobility services, said to represent an industry-first and spearheading its plans to be a leader in sustainable mobility.
2 February, 2021
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Christian Schüler appointed CEO of Athlon International
Christian Schüler has succeeded Gero Götzenberger as CEO of Athlon International with immediate effect.
2 February, 2021
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Mercedes-Benz now connected to Webfleet telematics platform
Mercedes-Benz cars and vans can now be used to connect with Webfleet Solutions’ telematics platform, providing a wealth of fleet insights without the need for
1 February, 2021
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Allianz outsources 1,000 car fleet to Fleet Logistics UK
Allianz Insurance has outsourced the management of its entire UK company car fleet to Fleet Logistics UK while also switching to leasing.
1 February, 2021
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Renault Trucks reports record LCV sales in UK and Ireland
Renault Trucks has announced a record year for LCV sales in 2020, with orders 86% ahead of 2019.
1 February, 2021
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Arval to provide leasing options for YesAuto online sales platform
Arval has signed a deal to provide leasing options for new and used car platform YesAuto.
28 January, 2021
Webfleet Solutions and Lytx develop video-based telematics solution
A new integrated video and telematics solution is now on offer, bringing a best-of-both-worlds approach to fleet management.
26 January, 2021
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LEVC signs up Bott as official VN5 authorised converter
LEVC has appointed Bott as an official authorised converter for its new VN5 range-extender van in the UK and mainland Europe.
26 January, 2021
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Nissan switches EV battery production to UK
Nissan has confirmed it’s now planning to bring production of all batteries for its Leaf EV to the UK, helping to avoid EU tariffs.
25 January, 2021
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Sixt positions for huge growth in van and truck sector
Sixt has expanded its management board to include its new Van and Truck division as it identifies a huge sales potential in this area.
22 January, 2021
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European used car sales down just 0.4% in 2020
Used car sales in Europe ended 2020 just 0.4% after an “unseasonably healthy” performance in December helped offset the havoc of the pandemic.
22 January, 2021
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Quartix expands UK and French field sales teams to support larger business fleets
Telematics and tracking specialist Quartix has appointed a new sales director and expanded its UK and French sales teams to provide increased field sales capacity.
22 January, 2021