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New Tiguan brings latest Volkswagen technology and new eHybrid plug-in
Volkswagen has revised the Tiguan SUV with sharp new looks, the latest technology and a new plug-in “eHybrid” model.
Citroën releases more details on C4 and ë-C4
Further information and technical details of the all-new Citroën C4 and electric ë-C4 have been revealed.
Geneva Motor Show to skip 2021, resume in 2022
The next Geneva Motor Show is to be held in 2022, skipping 2021 altogether, it has been confirmed.
FTAI welcomes Irish government’s appointment of minister of transport
The FTA Ireland (FTAI) has welcomed the Irish government’s decision to created a new minister for transport and logistics position, assigning the role to Junior
Average CO2 emissions from new cars increases for third consecutive year
According to provisional data, published today by the European Environment Agency (EEA), average carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from new passenger cars registered in the European
Comment: Why fleets have a critical part to play in the UK’s green recovery
André ten Bloemendal, VP Europe for ChargePoint, discusses the outlook for electric transport being more promising than ever despite the impacts of COVID-19, its potential
Tavares confirms PSA–FCA merger “advancing well”
Carlos Tavares has confirmed that the Groupe PSA and FCA Group is advancing well, despite the EU’s anti-trust probe.
Volvo Car Group partners with Waymo
Volvo Car Group has partnered with Waymo to build autonomous vehicles.
New Volkswagen Arteon introduces Shooting Brake and plug-in options
The new Volkswagen Arteon ushers in a new era for the sleek business car, with new styling, a digital interior, connected car features and the
Volvo Cars and Plugsurfing offer Europe-wide charging service
Drivers of fully electric Volvo Recharge models in Europe will soon have access to more than 200,000 charging points following a partnership with Plugsurfing.
Software solution models virtual fleets to determine viability and improve urbanisations
Immense has announced a new, easy to use, cloud-based simulation platform that enables a fleet manager to determine how many vehicles are needed to provide
Commercial vehicle registrations down 36.7% five months into 2020
May 2020 saw the biggest decrease, expectedly, across EU commercial vehicle registrations with a decrease of 44.4%, with an overall 36.7% reduction for the first
Record drop of 25% car sales expected this year, says ACEA
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has revised its 2020 forecast for passenger car registrations down by 25% in light of the impact of COVID-19
Mild-hybrid Ford Focus delivers up to 17% fuel improvement
Ford has introduced a new 48V mild-hybrid Focus to the range, complete with cylinder deactivation, which together can improve fuel economy by up to 17%.
Katherine Vigneau joins FleetCompetence Group as partner for North America
Katherine Vigneau has joined forces with FleetCompetence Group to advise its clients in Canada and North America.
Targa Telematics shows bounce back for Italian fleets in June
Company fleets already beginning to bounce back to pre-lockdown figures in Italy, latest data from Targa Telematics reveals.
Vehicle insurance top concern for SMEs, CameraMatics survey finds
Latest research from CameraMatics shows that vehicle insurance is the number one concern for small businesses.
FCA launches new European charging service for its electrified models
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) and Digital Charging Solutions GmbH (DCS) have collaborated to develop a public charging service for drivers of Jeep Renegade and Compass
Michael Cole announced as new president and CEO of Hyundai Motor Europe
Michael Cole will join Hyundai Motor Europe’s European regional headquarter as its new president and CEO, starting on 1 July 2020.
World first coronavirus treatment approved for NHS use by government
The government has immediately authorised the NHS to use the world’s first coronavirus treatment proven to reduce the risk of death.
Sofico spearheads MaaS app development with BattMobility
A partnership between Sofico and BattMobility has resulted in a new mobility app for BattMobility customers to select, book and drive one of the company’s
225 model offers more economy to DS 7 Crossback plug-in range
Fledgling French premium brand DS has introduced a second more economical and lower-power plug-in hybrid option to the DS 7 Crossback range; the DS 7
New Citroën C4 introduces ë-C4 electric option
Citroën has revealed first images of its new C4 and battery-electric ë-C4 hatchbacks, offering customers a choice of petrol, diesel or electric power.
Bosch launches major pan-European recharging network
Bosch has developed one of the biggest pan-European recharging networks, which drivers can access from one central app platform, spanning 150,000 charge spots in 16
Blue Sky Network launches satellite- and 4G-powered vehicle tracker
Tracking specialist, Blue Sky Network, has released its latest vehicle tracking system, the HawkEye 5500.
ViaVan launches electric on-demand transport service in Germany
ViaVan and STOAG – the public transport authority in Oberhausen, Germany – have announced the launch of a new fully electric, on-demand shared ride service.
Citroën reveals new ë-SpaceTourer electric 9-seat MPV
The new Citroën ë-SpaceTourer has been presented with a range of either 230km or 330km and seating for up to nine people.
Ford and Volkswagen expand global cooperation
Ford and Volkswagen have signed agreements to expand their global cooperation to bring customers new commercial, electric and autonomous vehicles.
Europcar Mobility Group and Bureau Veritas announce partnership
Europcar Mobility Group and Bureau Veritas have announced a business partnership to ensure Europcar Mobility Group’s corporate facilities and vehicles comply with safety and cleaning
ALD Automotive reappoints CEOs in shift-around
ALD has announced the appointment of Klaudija Casar Torkar as CEO of ALD Automotive in Belgium, while Olena Tymofiyiva will take up Casar Torkar’s previous
Auto makers and electricity sector call for rapid action on charging points under EU recovery plan
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) and Eurelectric welcome the focus on infrastructure for electrically-chargeable vehicles in the coronavirus recovery plan announced by the European
Lytx uses AI video telematics to eradicate distracted driving
Lytx – provider of video telematics solutions for commercial, public sector and field service fleets – has unveiled technology designed to address distracted driving using
FCA and Targa Telematics introduce new electric fleet management tools
Targa Telematics and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles sign multi-year agreement for fleet management across the European market, creating a new My Fleet Manager portal. The initiative
Kia Picanto given big-car upgrades
Upgraded Picanto introduces safety suite from Kia’s larger cars and new new ‘Smartstream’ petrol powertrain.
Comment: Governments need to offer urgent support to auto sector
Calum MacRae, automotive analyst at data and analytics company, GlobalData, offered his view on the European automotive industry and how countries should act following France’s
Nissan Sunderland plant “not sustainable” without UK-EU trade deal
Nissan COO Ashwani Gupta has reiterated the importance of UK-EU free trade to ensure the future of its Sunderland manufacturing plant, else it may be
Sygic signs up as Super Partner for My Transport Planner
GPS navigation pioneer Sygic has signed a global agreement with The Algorithm People to promote its innovative pay-as-you-go transport planning platform.
Ebbon-Dacs unveils new Ebbon Group international expansion initiative
Ebbon-Dacs has revealed its new Ebbon Group concept to reflect its growing internationalisation and its strategic acquisitions ambitions as it looks to expand the business
FedEx Express appoints Karen Reddington as President of Europe and CEO of TNT
Karen Reddington has been appointed as regional president of Europe for FedEx Express Europe and CEO of TNT.
Groupe Renault announces €5bn credit facility
Groupe Renault has announced the finalisation of a credit facility agreement with a banking pool, for a maximum total amount of €5bn (£4.4bn) benefiting from
EVs prevail in volatile European lockdown market
Electrified vehicles gain traction despite lockdown and a 78% year-on-year reduction in sales across Europe, notes JATO Dynamics, suggesting that OEMs that have invested in
Fleet optimisation demand triples during COVID-19 crisis
A 300% increase in optimisation enquiries since the beginning of COVID-19 crisis has been seen, according to fleet management software startup Pulpomatic.
Vans are ‘bright spot’ in Europe’s automotive downturn, says GlobalData
Light commercial vehicles – including vans – are providing a particularly important component of the European light vehicle market during the coronavirus crisis, enabling logistics
Webinar to answer urgent questions on future of fleet management
Urgent questions on the future of fleet management are to be addressed in a webinar next week, backed by insights and predictions from fleet management
FCA and Engie start work on largest-ever vehicle-to-grid plant
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has pressed ahead with planned work on a pilot project, set to create the largest vehicle-to-grid plant in the world at its
Arval tailors solutions to meet post-lockdown fleet needs
Arval has launched a new proposition to underpin its global fleet solutions and bringing customer support for the post-lockdown period.
Connexas Group acquired by AddSecure
Connected vehicle technology specialist Connexas has been acquired by the AddSecure Group, a leading European provider of premium solutions for secure data and critical communications.
Toyota to restart production in UK
Toyota is to restart work at its Burnaston plant next Tuesday 26 May; one of a number of carmakers resuming production in the UK.
Euro NCAP safety rating overhaul is biggest change in a decade
Euro NCAP is introducing new safety tests – heralded as the “the biggest change to Euro NCAP’s impact testing protocols in a decade”.
Volvo introduces 180km/h top speed and Care Key on all models
All new Volvos now come with a limited top speed of 180km/h and the ability to set additional speed limitations as part of a pledge
Europe central to Kia plans for EV sales growth
Kia has outlined further details of its electric vehicle strategy, which will see many of its forthcoming EVs launch in Europe.
