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New issue of EV Fleet World Digital now out
The latest issue of EV Fleet World Digital magazine is now out, complete with 2025 new EV launches, latest road tests and EV insights.
Tesla expands self-serve test drive programme to more locations
Tesla has rolled out additional locations for its self-serve test drive programme, enabling more people to “experience a Tesla vehicle without Tesla”.
Hyundai Initium concept previews hydrogen fuel cell SUV due 2025
Hyundai has unveiled its Initium concept, previewing a new hydrogen fuel cell SUV coming in 2025.
Suzuki to share electric vehicle with Toyota
Suzuki is providing Toyota with an all-electric SUV, strengthening the Japanese carmakers’ ongoing collaboration.
New speakers announced for free fleet electrification and charging webinar
New speakers have been announced for next month’s expert webinar on fleet electrification and charging being run by EV Fleet World in collaboration with EO
Autonomous Ford E-Transit van and minibus debut
Oxa has unveiled fully autonomous versions of the Ford E-Transit van and minibus, marking a significant leap forward in the commercialisation of self-driving technology.
UK and Korean project to advance electric fleet safety and efficiency
UK and Korean partners have signed a technology research and development MOU to advance safety and efficiency in electric fleet applications.
Tual launches powerbank to help electric commercial vehicle fleets plug energy gap
Tual, a specialist in swappable powerbanks for commercial electric vehicles, has launched a powerbank solution to help electric commercial fleets plug the energy gap.
Kia launches CarPay in-car payment service
Kia has launched its CarPay in-car payment service which enables drivers to pay for items and services from inside the vehicle.
New mobile device blocking tool to boost fleet and driver safety
A new mobile device blocking tool that aims to dramatically cut the number of vehicle collisions caused by distracted driving has launched for UK fleets.
Ayvens and Wheels renew global strategic alliance
Ayvens and north American fleet management giant Wheels have renewed their global alliance following Ayvens’ merger of ALD Automotive and LeasePlan.
ComfortDelGro’s CityFleet Networks to acquire Addison Lee for €324m
Global transport group ComfortDelGro Corporation has announced that its CityFleet Networks subsidiary is acquiring Addison Lee for £269.1m (€323.5m).
Call for European capitals to introduce zero-emission freight zones by 2030
Governments in the UK and across Europe are being urged to introduce zero-emission freight zones by 2030 to drive take-up of electric vans.
Epyx to bring 1link Service Network to Scandinavian countries
Epyx is rolling out its 1link Service Network in Finland, Norway and Sweden, further expanding provision of the service, maintenance and repair (SMR) management solution.
New alliance aims to accelerate tech adoption in fleet sector
A new alliance launched to transform automotive leasing and e-commerce is set to deliver smarter fleet management solutions to operators.
Webfleet EV Charger Monitoring to help fleets ensure EVs are ready for work
Webfleet has debuted a new EV Charger Monitoring solution that allows fleets to monitor electric vehicles and private chargers across a single platform.
Mercedes-Benz battery recycling plant reclaims 96% of materials for future EVs
Mercedes-Benz has opened a battery recycling plant capable of recovering almost all raw materials for use in future electric vehicles.
Hongqi reveals prices for luxury EVs in Europe ahead of UK arrival
Chinese carmaker Hongqi has announced prices for its EH7 and EHS7 electric cars following its official debut at the Paris Motor Show.
Skywell debuts electric large van for Europe
Chinese EV brand Skywell has premiered its ‘233’ large van at the Paris Motor Show.
Leasys launches e-Store digital marketplace
Leasys, the joint venture between Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility, is launching a new e-Store e-commerce platform to enable more accessible and
Electric Vehicle Symposium in Sweden to explore future of e-mobility
The International Electric Vehicle Symposium and Exhibition (EVS) is returning to Europe for its 2025 event, bringing together manufacturers, authorities and researchers from across the
UK fleet managers more cautious about AI adoption than European peers
Fleet managers in the UK are taking a more cautious approach to adopting artificial intelligence (AI) technology than their European colleagues.
Citroën C4 and C4 X updated with bolder new looks and latest technology
Citroën has uncovered its facelifted C4 hatchback and C4 X saloon at the Paris Motor Show.
Citroën showcases next-gen C5 Aircross with concept reveal at Paris
Citroën has previewed its upcoming C5 Aircross with a new concept unveiled at the Paris Motor Show.
Japan’s Yamato invests in UK all-electric delivery startup Hived
Japanese delivery giant Yamato has partnered with UK all-electric delivery startup Hived to advance sustainable and tech-driven logistics.
Hyundai Inster electric city car to get crossover version
Hyundai’s dinky Inster electric city car is gaining a crossover version, complete with beefed-up styling.
Leapmotor B10 compact SUV makes global debut at Paris Motor Show
Leapmotor International, the JV between Stellantis and China’s Leapmotor, has debuted its B10 compact SUV at the Paris Motor Show.
BYD Sealion 7 revealed as Tesla Model Y rival at Paris
BYD has made a big splash at the Paris Motor Show with the introduction of its latest model for the European market.
Electric vehicles rack up record global sales in September
A record-breaking 1.7 million EVs were sold globally over the month of September, EV research house Rho Motion has revealed.
Renault 4 revived as ‘retro-futuristic’ electric crossover
The iconic Renault 4 from the 1960s has been rebooted as a “retro-futuristic” crossover for the electric era.
Wialon reveals global winners of IoT competition
Wialon, a leading IoT and fleet management platform developed by European software company Gurtam, has revealed the winners of its worldwide competition for the best
Elon Musk shares future mobility vision with Tesla Robotaxi and Robovan reveals
Tesla boss Elon Musk has set out his latest vision for the future of mobility at an event in California.
Free webinar to give deep dive into fleet electrification and charging infrastructure
A free webinar taking place next month will deliver key insights on electrification and charging infrastructure for fleets.
Mobilize Duo and Bento quadricycles deliver radical new urban mobility solutions
Mobilize has debuted its Duo and Bento quadricycles, delivering a new solution to urban mobility.
Iveco Daily and eDaily to get enhanced TomTom navigation
Iveco is providing Daily and eDaily customers with an enhanced navigation solution under a new tie-up with TomTom.
Bridgestone’s e-Centre concept shows future of tyre retail
Bridgestone has given a glimpse into the future of mobility with its new e-Centre garage concept.
BB-EV plots last-mile delivery revolution with new e-cargo bikes
A range of e-cargo bikes designed to revolutionise the logistics and delivery industry has launched in the UK from Busy Bee EV (BB-EV).
Renault Twingo E-Tech prototype set for Paris Motor Show debut
Renault is paving the way for the arrival of the budget-friendly Twingo city EV with the unveiling of the prototype at the Paris Motor Show.
Hyundai and Waymo to create fleet of Ioniq 5 EV robotaxis
Hyundai and Waymo are collaborating to create a fleet of fully autonomous Ioniq 5 electric SUVs.
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan rolls out new Ayvens branding in UK
ALD Automotive | LeasePlan UK has officially debuted its new Ayvens brand identity in the UK, following its global launch in October 2023.
Vaylens simplifies EV charging for fleet operators
Vaylens, the charging management software brand recently launched by the Kostal Group, is simplifying how fleet operators manage and monetise EV charging with the launch
Hiab’s DEL tail-lifts opens UK customer centre
DEL, a tail-lift brand of Hiab, is opening a purpose-designed customer centre in the UK to enhance customer support and product innovation.
Drivetech debuts data aggregation platform to help fleets cut risk
Drivetech has launched a fleet data aggregation platform designed to significantly reduce vehicle and driver risk.
Kia Charge grows network to 800,000+ charging points
The Kia Charge electric vehicle charging service has hit a new milestone of 800,000+ charging points across Europe.
Volkswagen Group to boost safety systems with real-world data
Volkswagen Group is enhancing its driver assistance systems with sensor and image data from customer vehicles and real-world traffic situations.
Fleets, leasing and auto firms warned of GDPR obligations on deleting vehicle data
Fleets, leasing firms and automotive service firms have been reminded of their obligations on deleting data from vehicles under UK and EU GDPR regulations.
JLR injects €600m to turn Halewood into ‘EV factory of the future’
Jaguar Land Rover – now rebranded as JLR – is radically transforming its 61-year-old factory in Halewood, Merseyside, into the “EV factory of the future”
Stellantis and Leapmotor JV lands in Europe with affordable EVs
Leapmotor International, the new EV joint venture between Stellantis and China’s Leapmotor, has made its European debut with the unveiling of its C10 family SUV
Canoo sets stage for European electric van launch with new UK base
US brand Canoo is paving the way for the UK launch of its futuristic electric vans with the opening of its first commercial operations.
Armoured Skoda Kodiaq built to resist bullets and grenade blasts
Škoda has built an armoured version of its Kodiaq five-seater large SUV, built to withstand bullets and grenade blasts.
Global in-car payment market set to exceed €500bn by 2030
The global in-car payment market is set to exceed $580bn (£433bn) by 2030, fuelled by an estimated 895 million connected vehicles.
