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French fleet data intelligence firm Hiboo bolsters UK expansion with new role
Hiboo, a French firm specialised in data intelligence and decarbonisation of fleets and construction machinery, has reinforced its UK expansion with the appointment of Ciaran
Black Friday gridlock to increase fleet fuel use and emissions, Geotab warns
Fleet operators and delivery firms have been warned to brace for a chaotic Black Friday week on the roads, with predicted stop-start traffic and delivery
EO Charging and Keba partner to spur fleet electrification across Europe
EO Charging has linked with Austrian charging solutions firm Keba to deliver large-scale charging infrastructure for logistics and transport fleets across Europe.
China’s Aion swoops for UK fleet and auto execs ahead of 2026 launch
Chinese electric car brand Aion has assembled a top leadership team in preparation for its UK launch early next year.
New-gen Toyota Hilux showcased with EV, hybrid and hydrogen options
Toyota has uncovered the new generation of the legendary Hilux pickup, complete with fully electric and 48V mild hybrid diesel versions, along with a hydrogen
Reimagining ICE for a cleaner future
By Todd Anderson, vice president and chief technology officer, PHINIA
European fleet management firm Mapon acquires Fleet Data in Ireland
Latvia-based Mapon, one of Northern Europe’s leading fleet management providers, has acquired 100% of the shares of Irish fleet management solutions firm Envirokind, known under
Easee strengthens leadership team with new CCO
Smart charger manufacturer Easee has appointed Joris Hupperets as chief commercial officer.
AI in mobility and connected transport: Hype, reality and business value
Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping mobility – not just through automation headlines, but in real operational terms but where does the true business value lie?
Peugeot hints at future 208 with Polygon Concept
Peugeot has issued the first image of its new futuristic-looking Polygon Concept, giving a sneak preview of the next-generation 208 supermini.
EO Charging refocuses on fleet solutions with €28.5m recapitalisation
Fleet electrification solutions firm EO Charging has completed a £25m (€28.5m) shareholder-led recapitalisation to drive its next phase of growth.
AI-powered driver engagement & behavioural influencing platform launches for fleets
A new AI-powered driver engagement platform that removes barriers to fleet incentivisation has launched in the UK.
UK fuel card company Silvey Fleet launches in France
UK-based Silvey Fleet, part of the MB Energy Group, is bringing its fuel card and fleet management solutions to France to help fleets add value
Rightcharge raises €1.15m to help Europe’s fleets electrify faster
Rightcharge, the UK startup that simplifies fleet EV charging payments, has raised £1.6m (€1.15m) in seed funding.
Visa and Edenred partner to shake up fleet payments across Europe
Edenred and Visa have signed a strategic partnership to drive innovation and expand their reach in commercial and consumer payment ecosystems.
Leading thinking: Tackling EV cable theft with innovative solutions
Joe Gorman, senior director, Northern Europe, ChargePoint, responds to media reports of cable theft in the UK and spotlights latest solutions.
BYD accelerates PHEV offensive with arrival of Atto 2 DM-i
BYD is launching a plug-in hybrid version of its Atto 2 compact electric SUV, accelerating its EV and PHEV blitz on the European market.
Mercedes-Benz Fleet Pilot delivers multi-marque fleet management without retrofits
Mercedes‑Benz has launched a new Fleet Pilot portal that gives fleets vehicle insights across multiple brands.
Targa Telematics publishes Sustainability Report and secures ESG certification
Targa Telematics has published its third Sustainability Report and obtained the ESG Synesgy certification (Level B), in line with international ESG performance standards.
Majority of professional drivers ready and willing to adopt in-cab AI coaching
Professional drivers see clear benefits to fleet adoption of in-cab technology, overcoming concerns on privacy.
Corpay propels UK fleet and payments brands with new role
Corpay, a global corporate payments company, has created a brand-new role of vice president marketing for UK fleet to accelerate growth across its UK fleet
Next-generation megawatt charging system debuts at Sungrow’s Charging Summit 2025
Sungrow, a leading PV inverter, energy storage system and EV charging solution provider, has debuted its new 1+X Megawatt Charging System CDC1000E.
Kia Charge cracks one million charging points in Europe
Kia has reached a major milestone with its Kia Charge service, racking up more than a million charging points across 28 European countries.
Cubic launches AI-enabled fuel and mobility payments platform for fleets
A new AI-enabled in-vehicle payments platform designed to transform how fleets, car-share companies and automotive OEMs manage fleet fuel and mobility payments is now out.
Luigi Ksawery Luca’ appointed new MD of Toyota GB
Luigi Ksawery Luca’ is assuming the reins at Toyota (GB) Plc as the new president and managing director.
Autofleet and InDrive bring intelligent fleet management to global ride-hailing
Autofleet, part of Element Fleet Management Corp, has partnered with InDrive to bring intelligent fleet management to global ride-hailing.
Volkswagen Touareg bows out with Final Edition
Volkswagen is ending production of its Touareg combustion engine model in 2027 after a quarter of a century of selling the flagship SUV.
Enterprise ‘Plus Your Points’ promotion returns with double rewards bonanza
Enterprise Rent-A-Car is offering rental customers the opportunity to double their rewards with its new promo scheme.
PHEVs burn five times more CO2 than manufacturers claim, data finds
Plug-in hybrids pollute almost as much as petrol cars, according to new data from the EU.
Waymo to bring autonomous ride-hailing to London next year
American robotaxi firm Waymo is bringing its autonomous ride-hailing service across the pond with a launch in London next year.
Toyota-led consortium scores funding for electric micromobility study
Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) is leading a consortium of partners to evaluate the feasibility of a lightweight battery electric vehicle (BEV) prototype in a new
Renault Trucks maps public charging hubs for electric trucks in Europe
Renault Trucks has published an open-source map on its corporate website showing the location of public charging hubs for electric trucks in Europe.
Toyota C-HR+ land as all-new electric SUV
Toyota has dropped more details of its all-new C-HR+ electric SUV, which launches in the UK and Europe later this year.
Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic concept blends art deco design with new-era tech
Mercedes-Benz has given an insight into future design and technology trends with the unveiling of the Vision Iconic concept.
Polestar launches telematics solution to help fleets optimise EVs
Polestar has introduced a new Fleet Telematics solution to help vehicle operators manage, monitor and optimise their electric vehicle fleets.
FIA launches new Driver Safety Index as global benchmark for driver risk
The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has introduced a new Driver
Mercedes-Benz shapes future of charging with ELF mobile lab
Mercedes is putting tomorrow’s charging technologies to the test with its ELF experimental charging vehicle.
Kia advances battery passports to boost EV transparency
Kia is conducting the first public trials of a battery passport at a cellular level in preliminary research to boost EV transparency and consumer confidence.
DKV Mobility streamlines fleet orders with new UK webshop
DKV Mobility, a leading B2B platform for on-the-road payments and solutions, has launched a new UK webshop to simplify fleet orders.
Ooono brings ‘no-distraction’ speed camera alert system to fleet sector
A ‘no-distraction’ alert system designed to warn drivers of road hazards, police and safety cameras ahead is now available for UK fleets.
Frontrunners for International Van of the Year 2026 revealed
The shortlist for the International Van of the Year 2026 (IVOTY) award is now out, revealing the candidates vying for the global LCV sector’s top
Crane-Robinson succeeds Wise as Webfleet’s new regional director
Webfleet has appointed Alex Crane-Robinson as its new regional director for the UK and Ireland, succeeding Beverley Wise who retired this summer.
Dacia Hipster Concept gives alternative vision of electric mobility
Dacia has given its take on the people’s car of the future with the unveiling of its Hipster Concept.
Škoda 110 R coupé reimagined for electric future
Škoda has brought its 110 R coupé from the 1970s into the electric future with a designer makeover.
Leasys UK announces leadership changes
Leasys, the mobility solutions joint venture between Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Consumer Finance, has announced two key leadership changes.
Enterprise and Ho Ing Mobility Service partner to bring major rental brands to Taiwan
Three of the world’s leading car rental brands are coming to Taiwan under a major new deal.
Novuna appoints chief HR officer
Novuna has appointed Zarina Ward as chief HR officer for the group following the planned retirement of the company’s previous group HR director.
Volvo hits one millionth plug-in hybrid milestone
Volvo has delivered its one millionth plug-in hybrid, marking an important milestone in its electrification journey.
Targa Telematics joins Leaseurope as associate member
Targa Telematics has joined Leaseurope as an associate member, alongside national leasing, rental associations and leading organisations across the European market.
UK government urged to make life-saving car technologies mandatory
Brake has called on the Government to mandate life-saving technology for all new vehicles, bringing Britain in line with regulations in the EU and Northern
Nissan Townstar and Interstar awarded five stars by Euro NCAP
Nissan has announced new safety rankings for its van line-up after Euro NCAP revamped its LCV rankings.
