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Petit Forestier Group takes major stake in Australia’s Eurocold
Petit Forestier Group has acquired a major shareholding in Australia’s Eurocold, expanding its refrigerated rental business into a new continent.
Former MAN Truck & Bus CEO Joachim Drees joins Bedeo advisory board
Vehicle electrification specialist Bedeo has appointed seasoned C-suite executive Joachim Drees to its advisory board.
EO Charging launches energy management solution for fleet depots
EO Charging has introduced a new energy management system designed to optimise energy usage and cost inside fleet depots.
Smart appoints new UK CEO to oversee electric vehicle growth
Smart has named Jason Allbutt as its new UK CEO, effective from 19 February.
Council for Net Zero Transport to steer UK decarbonisation
A new Council for Net Zero Transport comprising senior stakeholders has launched in the UK to steer the decarbonisation transition as it moves into the
Swiss solar specialist switches service fleet to electric vans
Swiss solar industry leader Helion has switched its commercial fleet to EVs with the arrival of a large consignment of Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo electric
InstaVolt’s UK rapid chargers now on Plugsurfing roaming network
UK rapid charging provider InstaVolt has partnered with Plugsurfing to expand charging choice for EV drivers.
Ford reveals new Transit Connect with first-ever plug-in hybrid
Ford has taken the wraps off its new Transit Connect, which gets its first-ever plug-in hybrid version while also delivering enhanced carrying capacity and capability.
Global charging sessions outpaced charger growth in 2023, ChargePoint data reveals
New data demonstrating the global demand for EV charging and a major rise in fleet charging needs is now out from ChargePoint.
OEC to reveal how to cut fleet repair costs and downtime at 2024 GBFE
Vehicle repair specialist OEC has signed up as a show partner for this April’s Great British Fleet Event, enabling attendees to find out how to
New issue of Fleet World Digital magazine now out
The January 2024 issue of Fleet World Digital magazine is now out – delivering the latest features, road tests and industry insights straight to operators.
Targa Telematics signs new collaboration with Here Technologies
Targa Telematics is enhancing its smart mobility and fleet management solutions under a new tie-up with location data and technology platform Here Technologies.
2024 Volkswagen Golf delivers new plug-in hybrid and improved tech
Volkswagen has unwrapped its updated Golf, which debuts a new longer-range plug-in hybrid and a next-generation infotainment system that includes ChatGPT.
Opel/Vauxhall Frontera to return as electric SUV
Opel/Vauxhall is reviving the Frontera nameplate for an all-new electric SUV that will launch later this year.
Rho Motion report sets out 2024 EV and battery predictions
Rho Motion, a leading research house into electric vehicles and the energy transition, has published a new report on the prospects for 2024 across the
IAM RoadSmart to debut online risk management system at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
IAM RoadSmart is returning to the Great British Fleet Event for 2024 to showcase its latest developments in fleet road risk management.
New Ford Transit Courier starts first deliveries
The first examples of the new Transit Courier are arriving with fleets across Europe, followed by the electric E-Transit Courier later this year.
Updated Ford Kuga lands with improved hybrids and new Active model
Ford has given its bestselling Kuga SUV a mid-life facelift, adding in a new Active model and enhanced hybrid engines.
Targa Telematics expands insurance work with Drive-it acquisition
Targa Telematics is launching a new solution for the insurance sector following its acquisition of Drive-It.
MoDel achieves record vehicle handovers on back of soaring fleet sales
MoDel, the vehicle movement solution from Ebbon Automotive, has broken through the one million vehicle handover barrier for the first time with the help of
Sixt to add 250,000 Stellantis ICE and EV vehicles to global rental fleet
Sixt has signed a deal to buy up to 250,000 Stellantis vehicles for its rental fleet in markets across Europe and North America by 2026.
The AI Corporation appoints Piers Horak as chief executive officer
The AI Corporation, a specialist in fleet, fuel and mobility payments, has appointed Piers Horak as its new chief executive officer.
InstaVolt to advance ultra-rapid charging rollout in Europe with new funding
InstaVolt has secured a “significant” capital raise from existing investor EQT Infrastructure to continue its ultra-rapid charging rollout.
Kia set to disrupt van sector with new electric models
Kia’s newly unveiled modular electric vehicles look set to shake up the light commercial vehicle sector, providing an alternative to established electric vans.
Drive iQ programme combines road safety education and personal wellbeing
A new product suite that delivers road safety education and personal wellbeing in one solution is now available globally from road safety specialist Drive iQ.
Scientists tackle challenges of converting rice straw into next-gen biofuels
Research that could see inedible rice straw turned into a next-generation biofuel is underway in the UK.
Kia to supply new modular electric vehicles to Uber
Kia has struck a deal to offer its new modular electric vehicles to Uber drivers, hot on the heels of the debut of the new
Tesla likely to keep EV sales crown in 2024, forecasts Bloomberg
Tesla is likely to retain its annual global battery electric vehicle (BEV) sales crown in 2024 and throughout the decade despite China’s BYD overtaking briefly
CES 2024: Honda unveils new EV series with two concepts
Honda has debuted its next-gen EVs at the CES event in Las Vegas.
Geotab partner alliance to help fleets address sustainability challenges
Geotab has formed a network of solution and service providers dedicated to helping fleets operate efficiently and reduce their carbon footprint.
Gary Smith returns to lead Europcar Mobility Group UK and Ireland
Gary Smith has returned to head up Europcar Mobility Group UK and Ireland, replacing Ron Santiago who moves to a new role.
Ford Fleet Management debuts vehicle uptime platform in partnership with Prestige
Ford Fleet Management (FFM) has teamed up with Prestige Fleet Servicing, part of the AA, to launch its new FleetVision platform for operators.
CES 2024: Bosch demos driverless parking and charging
Bosch, along with Volkswagen subsidiary Cariad, is working on an automated valet parking service that includes driverless charging of EVs.
CES 2024: Bridgestone pioneers EV Services Platform for fleets
A new EV Services Platform that connects fleets with energy and mobility service providers has debuted from Bridgestone and Webfleet at CES 2024.
CES 2024: VW brings ChatGPT to cars and previews new Golf
Volkswagen is to install the AI-based ChatGPT service in its cars from this spring, providing “accurate and relevant responses to nearly every query imaginable”.
CES 2024: Kia previews electric vans with PBV concepts
Kia has showcased its upcoming electric vans with the unveiling of three ‘PBV’ concepts and its overarching strategy at CES 2024 in Las Vegas.
AI-powered vehicle inspection system makes UK remarketing debut
Aston Barclay has become the first UK remarketing firm to deploy a new inspection scanner that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to ensure precise and consistent
Innovative new EV charging solution debuts at CES 2024
An innovative new solution that could help tackle global challenges with EV charging structure has debuted at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2024.
Solera expands fleet team with new international appointment
Solera has appointed Jog Lall as the business development director for international fleet solutions.
Mazda returns to Great British Fleet Event with its electrified SUV line-up
Mazda has confirmed its attendance as an event partner at the 2024 Great British Fleet Event, giving fleets the chance to see its electrified SUV
Two new Chinese EV brands to imminently launch in UK
Seres and Skywell are the latest Chinese EV challenger brands to hit the UK, bringing electric vehicles priced from under £30,000.
AFP to share benefits of membership at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) has confirmed it will return to the Great British Fleet Event, promoting the benefits of membership.
ZEV mandate with electric vehicle sales targets becomes law in UK
New laws requiring car and van makers to sell a minimum percentage of zero emission vehicles have come into force in Britain as of today
Bridgestone to showcase customisable commercial fleet solutions at CES 2024
Bridgestone will return to Las Vegas for the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) on 9-12 January 2024 to showcase its latest products and mobility solutions for
BYD takes global EV sales crown from Tesla
China’s BYD overtook Tesla as the world’s top-selling EV maker in the last quarter of 2023.
Nissan marks 90th birthday with look at greatest transport innovations
Almost 70% of the UK public think new technology will play a big role in reducing the environmental impact of transportation in the UK.
UK and EU sign off on deal to avoid tariffs on electric vehicles
The EU and UK have today ratified a deal to extend trade rules on electric vehicles until the end of 2026, narrowly avoiding the risk
Emerging technological trends influencing the automotive industry in 2024
By Igor Valandro, CEO at Air-Connected Mobility
Critical success factors for fleet electrification in 2024 revealed
VEV, the e-fleet solutions provider backed by energy giant Vitol, has shared its 2023 fleet industry insights and critical success factors for fleet electrification in
Applied Driving secures £300,000 finance facility to expand global reach
UK Export Finance (UKEF), the UK’s export credit agency, has announced an agreement with Applied Driving to help the Hampshire firm bring driving safety solutions
Octopus Electroverse EV roaming service launches in Germany
Octopus Energy has launched its Electroverse EV roaming service in Germany – giving access to nine in 10 EV charge points across the country.
