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Last chance to enter the 2024 Great British Fleet Awards
Fleets and fleet industry firms have just a couple of days left to enter for this year’s Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards and earn
Stellantis to drive fleet and LCV work with key management changes
Stellantis has made a major shake-up to its UK management team with the announcement of four key changes.
Charging for charging: How fleet owners can unlock infrastructure revenue streams
Are you making the most of your private electric vehicle charging stations? As Spirii CEO Tore Harritshøj explains, there’s a raft of revenue-building strategies out
Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer electric estate uncovered with 685km range
Volkswagen has unveiled its ID.7 Tourer, bringing a new entrant to the fast-growing electric estate sector.
Geotab reveals next-gen safety tools and AI co-pilot for fleets
Geotab has unveiled its new suite of fleet safety tools as well as an artificial intelligence co-pilot designed for fleets.
BYD to debut first plug-in hybrid and new luxury sub-brand at Geneva
China’s BYD is continuing its push into Europe with the reveal of new models, its inaugural plug-in hybrid and a brand-new luxury sub-brand at the
Ford expands UK electric vehicle test lab with new €28m facility
Ford has opened a new electric vehicle test laboratory at its UK headquarters to support its European EV plans.
Škoda Octavia revamped with more power and tech
Škoda has boosted the appeal of its Octavia lower-medium hatch with a mid-life facelift.
Ford Transit Custom and Ranger get MS-RT treatment to create ultimate range-toppers
Ford has launched exclusive versions of the Transit Custom and Ranger in partnership with MS-RT.
First speakers revealed for Great British Fleet Event Masterclass conferences
Some of the UK’s foremost fleet experts are lined up to speak at this April’s Great British Fleet Event, shedding light on the latest developments
EV home charger sharing service launches in island of Ireland
A new home charger sharing service has officially launched in the island of Ireland to make EV charging affordable, convenient and accessible.
One Dashboard, a World of Efficiency: How Unified Fleet Management Platforms Drive Success
Kayleigh O’Malley, product marketing manager at Fleetio
MG to showcase New MG3 Hybrid and Cyberster electric sports car at Great British Fleet Event
MG is returning to the Great British Fleet Event in April as an event partner, showcasing two new all-important cars for the fleet sector.
Ayvens reports mixed results for transition year amid LeasePlan integration
Ayvens has posted full-year results, revealing a mixed financial performance during a “transition year” following the LeasePlan acquisition in May 2023.
Deadline looms to enter the 2024 Great British Fleet Awards
There’s just a couple of weeks to go until entries close for this year’s Fleet World Great British Fleet Awards – which honour the achievements
Renault Symbioz hybrid crossover teased as Nissan Qashqai challenger
Renault has given a preview of its new Symbioz hybrid crossover ahead of its unveiling this spring.
Athlon UK to advise on salary sacrifice and road safety at 2024 Great British Fleet Event
Athlon UK has revealed early details of their stand at this April’s Great British Fleet Event, which will spotlight their RoadSafety and SalaryExchange solutions.
Guided Energy raises $5.2m to streamline EV management for fleets
A new AI platform that can power renewable, electric fleets is to streamline operations for thousands of commercial EVs after securing multi-million seed funding.
Škoda previews facelifted Octavia ahead of Valentine’s Day reveal
Škoda has given a sneak preview of its facelifted Octavia hatch and estate ahead of a full reveal on 14 February.
New Nissan Interstar unveiled with fully electric version
Nissan has debuted its new-generation Interstar large van, delivering more space, versatility and its first-ever fully electric variant.
Thermo King launches new 100% electric refrigeration unit for eLCVs
Thermo King has started production of its new fully electric E-500e refrigeration unit for fleet operators running eLCVs.
New carmakers confirmed for 2024 Great British Fleet Event
BMW, Mini, Ford and Honda confirmed, alongside returning partners Mazda and MG
UK arm of electric van maker Arrival enters administration
The UK operations of struggling electric vehicle maker Arrival have gone into administration, putting 170 jobs at risk.
Abax appoints Wan Luo as chief technology officer
Telematics company Abax has promoted head of engineering Wan Luo to the role of chief technology officer (CTO).
Peugeot adds ChatGPT to line-up and extends E-3008 warranty to eight years
Peugeot is rolling out ChatGPT across its car and van line-up while also launching a new, longer warranty for its new E-3008 SUV.
Volkswagen Group sets up new company to harness AI potential
Volkswagen Group has established a new ‘AI Lab’ that will develop digital prototypes based on artificial intelligence to spearhead new innovations.
Hyundai to supply Iveco with new electric van for Europe
Hyundai and Iveco are teaming up to launch a new Iveco-badged electric light commercial vehicle in Europe.
Arval reports 6.9% rise in lease fleet and 85% rise in BEVs
Arval has reported its business results for 2023, revealing strong growth in its global leased fleet and battery electric vehicle (BEV) take-up.
Renault’s new-gen Master electric van to deliver class-leading 460km range
Renault’s all-new Master E-Tech van has been rated for a 460km (286-mile) WLTP range, putting it at the forefront of the large van sector for
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.
