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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.
Range Rover Electric to deliver V8 performance and all-terrain capability
JLR has given early details of its first fully electric Range Rover as a waiting list to pre-order the luxury flagship opens.
DispatchTrack celebrates record new client wins in 2023
DispatchTrack, a specialist in last-mile delivery solutions, has reported a record number of new client wins in 2023 as part of its continued growth strategy
Volkswagen reveals new Transporter and e-Transporter
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has revealed initial details of the new Transporter and e-Transporter ahead of their arrival next year.
Gurtam hits landmark of 3.8 million vehicles connected on Wialon platform
Wialon, the global telematics, fleet management and IoT platform powered by European software developer Gurtam, has reached a landmark 3.8 million vehicles connected, spread across
Traxall International acquires Fleet Logistics Group
Traxall International, sister company to Fleet Operations, has acquired Fleet Logistics Group from shareholders Volkswagen Financial Services and TÜV SÜD for an undisclosed sum.
Viasat Group completes acquisition of Trackit
Viasat Group, a subsidiary of Targa Telematics, has completed its acquisition of Trackit after buying the remaining share capital.
LEVC debuts in electric car sector with L380 eight-seat MPV
London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC), the brand behind the range-extender TX taxi and VN5 van, has debuted the first in a new range of fully
Volkswagen previews new-gen Transporter and e-Transporter
Volkswagen has revealed the next-generation Transporter ahead of its launch next spring.
Zapmap brings charge point mapping service to mainland Europe
Zapmap has started mapping charge points in mainland Europe, marking its first expansion outside of the UK and Republic of Ireland.
Ayvens’ Mobility Guide demystifies electrification for global fleets
Ayvens, which is rebranding from ALD Automotive I LeasePlan globally, has published its new Mobility Guide to help businesses navigate the ever-evolving world of electric
Etrux awards multi-million-pound order to Magtec for fleet of 7.5-tonne electric trucks
Commercial vehicle specialist Etrux has placed a multi-million-pound order with Magtec for a fleet of 7.5-tonne electric trucks, which it will make available to customers.
Stellantis partners with Ample to deliver five-minute battery swaps for EVs
Stellantis is to roll out a battery swap solution able to deliver a fully charged battery in less than five minutes.
COP28: GM sustainability officer appeals for collaboration to ensure all-electric future
General Motors’ chief sustainability officer Kristen Siemen has appealed for infrastructural and policy support to help make an all-electric future a reality.
Enfuce rolls out Visa fleet mobility card solution to partners
Enfuce, a leading global card issuer and payment processor, is delivering Visa’s fleet and mobility card solution to partners under a new tie-up.
Alphabet signs new partnerships in Australia, New Zealand and Mexico
Alphabet has entered the Australian, New Zealand and Mexican markets through new partnerships with TIP México and FleetPartners, further expanding the company’s global reach.
UK and EU automakers welcome plan to delay EV sales tariffs
The European Commission’s 11th-hour proposal to delay tariffs on electric vehicle sales between the EU and UK from 2024 has been welcomed by automakers on
Raising frozen food temperature by 3°C could slash cold chain emissions
Raising the standard temperature of most frozen food by three degrees could cut carbon emissions without compromising food safety or quality.
New study sets strategies for delivery sector to scale fleet electrification
A new study that identifies successful strategies for the global transition to electric-powered delivery vehicles is now out.
Europe and UK close in on deal to delay ‘rules of origin’ tariffs on EVs
The European Union has proposed an 11th-hour intervention to delay imminent post-Brexit tariffs that could add thousands of pounds to the cost of new EVs.
New appointment at Cap HPI to help OEMs manage EV switch
Mark Turnbull has been promoted to director of OEM and consulting at Cap HPI.
Petit Forestier Group acquires Freezerent
European refrigerated rental giant Petit Forestier Group has acquired UK-based Freezerent for an undisclosed sum.
Telematics brand Abax grows base with Movolytics acquisition
Telematics specialist Abax has acquired Cambridge-based fleet management and tracking business Movolytics for an undisclosed amount.
Autorola UK appoints new head of sales for online remarketing platform
Chris Timms has joined the Autorola UK team as head of sales for its MarketPlace online remarketing platform.
Nio reaches 30 Power Swap Stations in Europe and over 2,200 worldwide
Chinese EV challenger brand Nio is continuing the European expansion of its charging and battery swapping services with the opening of two new Power Swap
Stellantis to open Europe-wide fast charging network under Free2move Charge banner
Stellantis is to open a network of fast charging stations (> 50 kW) at official dealership locations across Europe by the end of 2024.
Toyota to launch new electric SUV and crossover from 2024
Toyota has presented its Urban SUV and Sport Crossover concepts, which will launch within the next two years as part of its expanded EV line-up.
Global car sharing fleet passes 575,000 vehicles, reports Berg Insight
The global car sharing fleet reached the 575,000-vehicle milestone in 2022 and is on track to reach 979,000 units at the end of 2027.
Hedge fund Luxor scoops up UK assets of Volta Trucks
Electric truck startup Volta has been bought out of administration by one of its biggest creditors, although the future of its 600 workers hangs in
Renault 5 E-Tech EV teased ahead of Geneva
Renault has previewed its upcoming 5 electric car ahead of its unveiling next February at the 2024 Geneva Motor Show.
What does the EU’s climate backsliding mean for fleets?
By Jon Lawes, managing director at MHC Mobility
ChargeGuru strengthens European position with Zeplug merger
EV charging solutions provider ChargeGuru has merged with Zeplug, a leading operator of charging infrastructure in apartment and office buildings, to support expansion in the
Ford Transit Custom, Ford Ranger and Volkswagen Amarok win international awards
Ford has taken home the 2023 International Van of the Year (IVOTY) award for the Transit Custom while the Ford Ranger and Volkswagen Amarok have
MEPs back tougher stance on cross-border enforcement of dangerous driving
MEPs have lent their support to improvements on the way dangerous driving is enforced across EU Member State borders.
New-gen Dacia Duster gets extra space and hybrids
Dacia has presented its brand-new Duster SUV, continuing its value-for-money focus but with new technologies, tougher design and a switch to a new platform and
First Grenadier Quartermaster double cab pickups roll off line
INEOS Automotive has started series production of its Grenadier Quartermaster double cab pickup at its plant in Hambach, France.
Real-time fleet and energy data management tech is critical to successful EV fleet, says VEV
The change from traditional fuel cards to data-powered fleet dashboards is as significant for the fleet sector as the shift from cash to contactless was
Exicom expands into Europe with home and business chargers
Indian EV charger manufacturer Exicom has announced its launch into the UK and Europe market with a range of home and business solutions.
Lotus launches 450kW ultra-rapid EV chargers
British sports car maker Lotus has launched its own range of EV charging solutions as part of its commitment to becoming all-electric by 2028.
eDriving launches ESG reporting solution for global fleets
Fleet technology solutions specialist eDriving has introduced a new Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) sustainability reporting solution for fleets.
UK auto industry pledges to address diversity shortfall
Some of the UK’s biggest automotive companies have pledged that women will represent 30% of their workforce within the next six years, in a bid
UK sets out EV battery strategy to support net zero transition
The UK government has released its much-anticipated battery strategy that will underpin plans for a globally competitive battery supply chain by 2030.
‘Future of Fleet’ special in new issue of Fleet World
The December 2023 issue of Fleet World is now out and includes a ‘Future of Fleet’ special article, exploring the upcoming 12 months.
Entries open for 2024 Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards
Fleet World has opened entries for the Great British Fleet Awards 2024, celebrating the best of corporate motoring and mobility in the UK.
Renault Trucks reveals new-gen diesel and electric Master Red Edition
Renault Trucks has unveiled its new generation of Master Red Edition commercial vehicles ahead of the launch in 2024.
Nissan to build three new electric cars at Sunderland under £2bn investment
Nissan is to build future all-electric versions of its flagship Qashqai and Juke crossovers, along with the next-generation Leaf, at its Sunderland plant.
Nissan poised for major EV announcement at Sunderland, reports claim
Nissan is expected to reveal on Friday (24 November) that its forthcoming electric Juke and Qashqai crossovers will be built at its Sunderland plant as
Mobilize reveals Bento all-electric minivan with 87-mile range
Renault Group’s Mobilize sustainable mobility arm has unveiled a new all-electric ‘minivan’ designed to help small businesses shift to greener operations.
Fisker Ocean Extreme electric SUV now offered on sal-sac in Octopus collaboration
American EV startup Fisker is now offering its Ocean Extreme electric SUV on salary sacrifice in the UK under a collaboration with Octopus EV.
Adesa rebrands to Openlane in UK and Europe
Online auction specialist Adesa UK has rebranded as Openlane UK in a move to streamline its car wholesale activities.
Enterprise launches annual ‘Plus Your Points’ rental promotion
Enterprise Rent-A-Car’s Plus Your Points promotion has returned, enabling registered Enterprise Plus members to earn double points on qualifying rentals.
