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New Sorento to herald Kia’s most high-tech car ever
Kia has officially revealed its new Sorento SUV, which introduces bold new styling and hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains as well as a raft of

New rental model gives fleets access to video telematics
SureCam has introduced a new dashcam rental model that allows businesses to bundle hardware and software into one monthly payment to remove the ‘prohibitive’ initial

Toyota and VW among latest carmakers to halt production at European plants
Toyota, BMW, Daimler and Volkswagen have become the latest carmakers to suspend production in Europe in response to the Covid-19 emergency.

PSA latest carmaker to halt European production to limit coronavirus impact
Carmakers including Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford and now Groupe PSA have temporarily suspended production at various plants in Europe in response to the Covid-19 emergency.

Mercedes-Benz Vito gets range of updates
Mercedes-Benz has revealed its facelifted Vito and eVito Tourer minibus, introducing new engines and styling as well as more than double range for the eVito

LEVC’s newly named VN5 hybrid van to bring greener ‘distribution to door’
LEVC has revealed that its forthcoming range-extender hybrid van will be called VN5 as it also announces payload and load space specifications.

Road test: Audi A7 55 TFSI e
Audi’s big coupé goes plug-in hybrid, and it could be the pick of the A7 range, Martyn Collins reckons.

Winners revealed for NAFA’s 2020 Fleet Excellence Awards
NAFA has announced the winners of its 2020 Fleet Excellence Awards (FLEXYs), recognising the fleet professionals at the forefront of the sector in the United

‘Data hunger’ of connected cars is top concern for drivers, finds LeasePlan
Drivers are keen to experience innovations and benefits from connected cars but data privacy is a real concern.

Microlise finalises acquisition of TruTac
Microlise has completed the acquisition of TruTac for an undisclosed amount.

SEAT AI technology to combat driver fatigue
Future SEATs will be able to help prevent the 36% of collisions caused by driver distraction or tiredness with the use of artificial intelligence technology.

Sofico partners with Ergon Capital under five-year growth strategy
Sofico has entered into a partnership with Ergon Capital Partners IV SCSP as it pushes ahead with its five-year strategy for continued success.

New UK Hydrogen Taskforce calls for collaboration on refuelling network
Collaboration to establish 100 hydrogen refuelling stations (HRS) in the UK by 2025 would help support the roll-out of hydrogen transport and enable the UK

Interview: Geotab’s Charlotte Argue on EVs, telematics and International Women’s Day
Ahead of this year’s International Women’s Day, Charlotte Argue, senior manager, fleet electrification at telematics specialist Geotab, speaks to International Fleet World about working in

Paragon Software Systems acquired by Aptean
Enterprise software solutions provider Aptean has acquired UK-based Paragon Software Systems for an undisclosed amount.

Cox Automotive grows vehicle services offering with major acquisition
Cox Automotive has significantly expanded its vehicle services offering with the acquisition of 100% of the share capital of C Walton Ltd (CWL).

Insurtech Zego secures French broker licence to aid post-Brexit expansion
Insurtech Zego has secured an insurance broker licenace in France, supporting its expansion across Europe, in particular following the Brexit transition period.

RoSPA Qualifications brings driver training to Russia, Central Asia and Middle East
RoSPA Qualifications has expanded into Russia, Central Asia and the Middle East in a move to enhance the safety of work-related driving in the regions.

New Fiat 500 introduces FCA Group leasing on demand
The new electric Fiat 500 has been revealed, offering a 320km range, as well as a new leasing offer to customers enabling access via Leasys

New Samsara tools to bring fleets electric vehicle insights
Fleet management technology specialist Samsara is introducing new tools to help customers make the initial transition to electric vehicles and manage EVs effectively going forwards.

New global road death reduction declaration calls on fleets to play role
Private and public sector action on reducing road risks will be critical to the new Stockholm Declaration on Road Safety – which aims to halve

WATCH ONLINE: Geneva Motor Show digital
Following this year’s exceptional cancellation of the public Geneva Motor Show (GIMS), below are the show’s digital reveals of the most important fleet highlights. New

Cupra Formentor sets benchmark for performance plug-in hybrid SUVs
Cupra, the fledgling performance arm of SEAT, has revealed its first standalone model, the Formentor – alongside the new SEAT and Cupra Leon.

Škoda reveals sportiest Octavia versions
The new Škoda RS iV Octavia, now a PHEV, boasts 242hp.

Mercedes-Benz reveals heavily facelifted E-Class
Mercedes-Benz’s extensive E-Class update centres on revised styling and next generation driving assistance systems.

Volkswagen shows new performance Golf models, hot Touareg and ID4 preview
Volkswagen has showed off the latest performance options in its Golf range, introducing new GTD, GTI and GTE models that now each benefit from the

European debuts for the first Lexus electric car, the UX 300e, LC convertible and enhanced ES
Lexus has provided the first European reveal of its full-electric model, the UX 300e, alongside a new electric concept, updates to its business-orientated ES model

Audi unveils new A3 and e-tron S concept
Audi’s latest-generation A3 builds on its predecessor with a fresh, more aggressive design and a “seamlessly connected” interior interface.

BMW reveals it’s next electric car with Concept i4
The Concept i4 is BMW’s next electric car, set to challenge the compact executive sector with an all-electric modern design language that will become the

Hyundai reveals new Prophecy concept
Hyundai has taken the wraps off its latest concept, Prophecy, which shows a new design direction for the company as well as autonomous technology and

Byton eyes fleet potential for electric SUV
Chinese carmaker Byton has begun talks with fleet finance companies and dealer groups across Europe, recognising sizeable business sales potential for the electric M-Byte SUV,

Renault Morphoz concept heralds new family of electric models
Renault has revealed its latest concept car, developed on the new CMF-EV modular platform and heralding a new family of electric models.

Citroën aims to create new segment with Ami
French carmaker Citroën is looking beyond its traditional customer base and distribution channels with its Ami urban mobility vehicle, unveiled last week.

International Fleet Meeting 2020 cancelled in wake of Geneva Motor Show news
The organisers of the International Fleet Meeting have confirmed that the 2020 event has been cancelled as a result of this year’s Geneva Motor Show

Fleet Logistics appoints Oliver Stockhecke as first-ever chief sales officer
Oliver Stockhecke has joined Fleet Logistics Group in the brand-new role of chief sales officer (CSO).

Inchcape Fleet Solutions to rebrand as Kinto following acquisition by Toyota
Inchcape Fleet Solutions (IFS) is to be rebranded as Kinto – Toyota’s name for its new mobility brand – as a result of its acquisition

2020 Geneva International Motor Show CANCELLED
The 90th Geneva International Motor Show (GIMS) set to start next week has been cancelled with immediate effect following a ruling by the Swiss government

Citroën targets urban mobility with Ami two-seat city car
Citroën is introducing a two-seat electric city car that will aim to resolve the challenges of urban travel and environmental concerns.

Andre Buren joins CarNext.com as chief technology officer
LeasePlan used car platform CarNext.com has appointed Andre Buren as chief technology officer (CTO).

Road test: Peugeot 208
Distinctive styling and the choice of full electric power could see Peugeot’s new baby shake up the supermini class, thinks Martyn Collins.

Corporations and governments told to step up work-related road safety efforts
Governments and the private sector should take urgent action to stop casualties and fatalities from work-related crashes by introducing strengthened legislation and business policies.

DS 9 takes form of plug-in hybrid executive saloon
DS Automobiles has taken the wraps off its DS 9 plug-in hybrid executive saloon, which will bring a rival to established German models from later

Renault and Ferrovial extend electric car-sharing scheme to Paris
A new electric car sharing service will go live in Paris in March 2020, offering 24/7 access to a fleet of 500 Renault Zoe electric

Bynx advances online signature capabilities with Adobe Sign tie-up
Bynx has partnered with Adobe Sign to further advance its online signature capabilities for its vehicle leasing, fleet and mobility management solutions.

Enterprise Holdings expands into Oman
Enterprise Holdings, Inc has opened operations in Oman under a partnership with Oman-based Ayn Zain Global, part of Private Project Developments (PPD).

Lytx adds 100,000 vehicles to network in 2019
Video telematics specialist Lytx has announced 2019 results that saw it continue growth, with more than 100,000 vehicles added to the network.

Cupra Leon to include sub-50g/km plug-in hybrid
SEAT’s high-performance Cupra spin-off is to launch fast versions of the new Leon, including a plug-in hybrid variant.

New Volkswagen Caddy ups ante with extra space and tech
Volkswagen’s fifth-generation Caddy will bring added appeal in the urban delivery van sector, helped by significantly more space, lower-emission TDI engines and new driver assistance

2050 car will be honed for business travel
Cars in 2050 could be equipped to provide the ultimate in business travel, including Skype, a built-in bed and digital paint that could be used

Attila Dobos joins LeasePlan UK as operations director
LeasePlan UK team has appointed Attila Dobos as operations director, replacing Lesley Slater.

BMW 3 Series to get three extra plug-in hybrids
BMW is expanding its 3 Series plug-in hybrid range to add in three new models; including Touring variants.
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