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New-gen Toyota C-HR gets sharper styling and plug-in hybrid option
Toyota has unveiled its second-generation C-HR crossover, which gains bolder styling and a new plug-in hybrid option alongside a range of full hybrids.

Targa Telematics achieves ISO 27001 and 14001 security and environmental standards
Targa Telematics Spa has secured ISO 27001 and 14001 certifications, demonstrating its international best practices in information security and environmental standards.

New Mercedes E-Class Estate packs in extra space and digital tech
Mercedes has revealed the new E-Class Estate, on sale this autumn with increased rear space and latest digital features.

Renault Rafale revealed as flagship 200hp hybrid coupé-SUV
Renault has uncovered its new Rafale “daring and dynamic” coupé-SUV, underpinning its plans to “conquer new horizons” and take the brand upstream.

New pay-as-you-go service to help commercial fleet operators go electric
A new platform providing a comprehensive end-to-end electrification solution for commercial fleet operators has launched across the UK and Europe.

New-gen Volkswagen Tiguan to get longer PHEV range and more tech
Volkswagen has revealed the first details of its third-generation Tiguan as the midsize SUV enters final testing.

eDriving adds new EcoDrive tool to Mentor safety app
Fleet technology solutions specialist eDriving has introduced a new EcoDrive tool into its Mentor driver safety app.

Volkswagen to cull Arteon and other niche models under profitability plans
Volkswagen is planning to axe lower-volume models such as the Arteon saloon and estate amid new profitability plans.

Targa Telematics drives OEM integrations with new appointment
Targa Telematics has appointed Henning Wiefelspuetz as head of OEM business integration, bolstering its work with automakers on global data partnerships.

Webfleet to automatically connect with Renault Group cars and vans
Webfleet’s OEM.connect programme is expanding to include Renault Group vehicles in Europe from the second half of 2023.

Toyota’s future EVs to have 1,000km range from 2026
Toyota Motor Corporation has unveiled new plans to “change the future of cars” through latest technology that will drastically increase the driving range of future

Future electric Renaults to slash charging costs with Mobilize vehicle-to-grid tech
Renault is to equip its future EVs with vehicle-to-grid technology, cutting charging costs by around half while supporting the grid.

Mobility as a Service leads future of car rental, finds Microsoft/Amadeus report
The shift to Mobility as a Service (MaaS) will reshape the car rental market, meeting demand for flexibility, convenience and sustainability in a fast-changing sector.

Ford opens new plant in Cologne to build next-gen EVs
Ford has opened the doors to its new Cologne Electric Vehicle Center, which will be home to its new generation of electric vehicles.

Vehicle to everything can help futureproof EV fleets, new GridBeyond paper says
A new white paper looking at how EVs could revolutionise the way energy is managed and used through vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology is now available.

Ford in Britain chairman moves to global role
Tim Slatter, who has been chair of Ford in Britain since January 2022, has shifted to a new global product development role for the Ford

Uber scales work for drivers and riders to go electric
Uber has revealed a series of features to help its drivers and readers prioritise sustainability, including new tools and increased work to enable EV take-up.

Wialon hits new record of 3.6 million tracked vehicles across 150+ countries
Wialon has reached a new record of 3.6 million fleet vehicles and assets connected on the platform worldwide.

Volvo EX30 electric baby SUV goes on sale
Volvo has opened orders for the EX30 – its smallest-ever SUV and a “cornerstone” in its plans to go fully electric from 2030.

Euro NCAP releases Assisted Driving Gradings for three new vehicles
Euro NCAP has issued its latest set of Assisted Driving gradings, based on assessments of three new vehicles.

BMW Group appoints Matt Collins as new UK fleet chief
BMW Group UK has named Matt Collins as its new general manager of corporate sales, effective immediately.

Lexus enters compact SUV sector with ‘breakthrough’ hybrid LBX
Lexus has made its move into the compact SUV sector with the unveiling of its hybrid-only LBX crossover.

Adesa Europe CEO Johan Meyssen announces retirement
Johan Meyssen is retiring as CEO at Adesa after 15 years at the business.

Service Vill selects Targa Telematics to manage its chauffeur service fleet
Service Vill, a chauffeur-driven car rental company operating in Italy and Switzerland, has chosen Targa Telematics to monitor its large fleet.

Gurtam pivots Wialon telematics platform to new industry sectors and markets
European software developer Gurtam is targeting further expansion for its Wialon telematics and IoT platform, taking it into new sectors and markets to further its

BMW reveals new 5 Series and first-ever fully electric i5
BMW has taken the wraps off the eighth-generation 5 Series sedan and the fully electric i5, available to order now ahead of first deliveries in

Opel updates Corsa with bold new design and second electric variant
Opel/Vauxhall has given its Corsa supermini a major makeover, delivering a bold new look and an additional electric powertrain.

Astreon and VisionTrack partner to drive safety for North American fleet operators
Astreon and VisionTrack have signed a strategic resale partnership to help commercial fleet operators increase safety and time efficiency and cut costs.

ALD closes €4.8bn acquisition of LeasePlan
ALD has successfully completed the acquisition of LeasePlan, creating a leading global sustainable mobility player with a total managed fleet of 3.3 million vehicles worldwide.

Tesla previews upcoming electric car in new teaser
Tesla has published an official teaser image of its next electric car, expected to be the much-anticipated Model 2 entry-level hatchback.

Targa Telematics closes acquisition of Viasat Group Spa
Targa Telematics Spa has successfully closed its deal for 100% share capital of Viasat Group Spa.

Renault reveals plans for upmarket hybrid coupé-SUV
Renault has teased its upmarket coupé-SUV, intended to provide a “standard setter” in the sector when it arrives at the end of 2023.

Ford reveals E-Tourneo Courier electric MPV
Ford has revealed its new Tourneo Courier MPV, which will launch in internal combustion engine guise later this year followed by the fully electric variant

e-fuels “won’t fundamentally change future powertrain mix in Europe”, says ICDP
The rise of carbon-neutral e-fuels could offer a reprieve to internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles, but battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and possibly hydrogen fuel cell

New-generation Honda CR-V gains plug-in hybrid option
Honda’s sixth-generation CR-V SUV has made its debut for Europe, gaining a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time plus latest driver assistance tech.

New Honda ZR-V hybrid crossover due this autumn
Honda has revealed its all-new ZR-V crossover, due on sale this autumn as a hybrid rival to the Nissan Qashqai.

Honda e:Ny1 revealed as brand’s next fully electric car
Honda has revealed its second fully electric vehicle for Europe, dubbed e:Ny1 and with up to 412km (256 miles of range.

Volvo to launch entry-level all-electric baby SUV
Volvo has confirmed plans to launch an all-electric small crossover that will provide a new entry point to its range.
Ford starts three-year trial of hydrogen fuel cell E-Transits
Ford is leading an innovation consortium testing hydrogen fuel cell technology on its all-electric E-Transit.

Fleets and OEMs invited to join battery partner network
Connected Energy is calling on fleet operators and automotive OEMs to join its battery partner network, supporting its work to give EV batteries a second

Used vehicle consulting ‘supergroup’ launches to optimise remarketing
A new consulting firm that specialises in helping automotive organisations set up, strengthen and transform their used vehicle operations has launched in the UK and

LEVC to break into electric car space with new SOA platform
London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC), most famous for making the TX taxi, is expanding into the electric car sector, centred around a brand-new EV-focused platform.

Mini Cooper Electric to deliver up to 400km of range
Mini has previewed its upcoming Cooper Electric with a shot of a camouflaged prototype and early specification details.

Safety First: How fleet managers can promote safe driving
By Heather Chambers, technical sales specialist at Mike Albert

Miele deploys Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo eLCVs on fleet
Miele has become the first Volkswagen customer to take delivery of fully customised ID. Buzz Cargo vans.

New ChargeUK trade body to double charging network over 2023
A new EV charging trade association has launched to supercharge the UK’s infrastructure rollout.

Škoda to launch six new EVs by 2026 in accelerated e-mobility offensive
Škoda is to roll out six new battery electric vehicles (BEVs) by 2026, significantly expanding and diversifying its all-electric line-up.

Just Eat to replace corporate sales fleet with EVs by 2025
Just Eat will replace its corporate sales fleet with fully electric vehicles by 2025, supporting wider plans to fully transition its entire corporate fleet to

Mercedes takes wraps off new E-Class
Mercedes has revealed the all-new E-Class saloon, which delivers increased space, more efficient plug-in hybrids and technology upgrades.

2023 Great British Fleet Event raring to go
The 2023 Great British Fleet Event is now underway – promising to be the industry’s must-attend show of the year.

Samsara launches sustainable fleet management solution
Samsara has introduced its new Sustainable Fleet Management solution, combining its existing fuel efficiency and electric vehicle offerings to help fleets go greener.
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