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Porsche puts PHEV chauffeur fleet to test in London
Porsche is deploying a six-month trial of a fleet of plug-in hybrid chauffeur cars in London as part of research into transport solutions.
E-Pace and DS7 Crossback score five-star Euro NCAP ratings
Carmakers have been praised for their work in vehicle safety as latest Euro NCAP ratings show all eight vehicles achieved five-star results, supported by standard-fit
AFVs take-up soars as diesel records lowest market share in a decade
AFVs (alternative fuel vehicles) recorded a 5.5% share of the European new car market in October, following a 9.9% decline in diesel registrations.
True fleet market up 21% in France as diesel registrations stay strong
The French true fleet market outperformed the rest of the EU-5 in October, with registrations up 20.8% to more than 43,000 units.
5th International Fleet Meeting in Geneva to bring expert industry insights
Fleet operators can once again sign up to the International Fleet Meeting at the Geneva Motor Show to access a wealth of opportunities to network
Maserati Deutschland appoints two new fleet contacts
Maserati Deutschland has appointed Chan Uk Jun and Florian Binner as fleet sales managers for Central Europe.
Askul announces total switch to EVs and renewable energy by 2030
Askul Corporation becomes first company to simultaneously join The Climate Group’s global electric campaigns: making the switch to 100% renewable power and transport by 2030.
Major fuel companies to host pan-European EV charging network
Four of Europe’s largest forecourt operators have signed up to host ultra-fast electric vehicle charging points under strategic partnerships with the manufacturer-backed pan-European Ionity network,
Infiniti QX50 to debut industry-first petrol engine tech
Infiniti has unveiled its forthcoming QX50 SUV ahead of its debut at the LA Motor Show next week.
Refreshed Transit Custom goes on sale next month with 148g/km ECOnetic variant
Ford’s updated Transit Custom is available to order from next month, bringing an upgraded exterior and interior and a new 148g/km Econetic variant.
Latest cloud technology opens up Sofico’s Miles solution to connected car and mobility uses
Sofico has updated its Miles software system with a new services platform built upon the latest cloud technology, enabling its use in an array of
Road Test: Smart ForFour Electric Drive
Smart’s first four-seat EV is clever, but compromised, says Alex Grant.
Steffen Giebler appointed corporate sales and remarketing director at Hyundai Motor Europe
Steffen Giebler has join Hyundai Motor to lead its corporate sales and remarketing activities in Europe as the company highlights the significance of the fleet
Uber covered up data hack for more than a year
Uber has admitted to concealing a data hack that saw personal data of 57 million of its ride-hailing users globally compromised.
UK True Fleet slumps while AFVs climb
In October, the British True Fleet market remained in a slump for the seventh consecutive month, while in contrast alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) increasingly buck
Arval to run Black Friday deals on long-term rental for SMEs
Arval’s SME Solutions division is to once again run exclusive offers on its long-term rental solutions for Black Friday.
ABB wins contract for 15 new fast chargers in Iceland
Iceland’s Reykjavik Energy has awarded a public sector tender to install 15 new fast chargers to ABB.
Ford and Zotye partner for China EV joint venture
Ford and privately owned Chinese automobile manufacturer Zotye have inked a deal to develop and manufacture electric vehicles under a new Chinese brand as they
Road Test: Skoda Octavia Scout
The Scout is a fantastic all-rounder, but with a looming threat, explains Alex Grant.
Volvo helps foundations for self-driving Uber taxis
Volvo Cars has signed a non-exclusive framework with Uber to sell “tens of thousands” of vehicles with the hardware for autonomous driving on board, enabling
Mercedes-Benz Vans to electrify all commercial model ranges
Mercedes-Benz Vans has confirmed plans to offer all its commercial van model lines with electric drive, starting with the Electric Mercedes-Benz eVito van now available
Europcar Group opens new franchises in Middle East and Africa
Europcar Group has opened new franchises in nine countries for its Europcar and InterRent brands.
Residual value analysis: Hyundai i30
The latest vehicle to fall under the resale spotlight is the Hyundai i30. Dominic Galati passes judgement on the Korean C-segment contender.
Fleets offered chance to trial ALD digital parking app
ALD Automotive drivers and fleet managers in Austria are being offered the chance to trial a new digital parking app.
Vehicles re-tested under WLTP showing ‘greater than expected’ CO2 rises
Vehicles re-tested under the new WLTP fuel economy cycle are recording “greater than expected” CO2 emissions when figures are converted back to NEDC, JATO Dynamics
US pilot to open up ex-lease Toyota vehicles to rideshare drivers
A new product that will make previously leased Toyotas available for short-term rentals to rideshare drivers is to go on trial in the US.
LA Motor Show preview for new Mazda6
The Mazda6 will get updated styling, premium interior upgrades and new technology as part of a heavy upgrade due next year.
SEAT ‘guardian angel’ concept features breathalyser and black box tech
A new SEAT concept car featuring risk-reducing technology including a built-in breathalyser has gone on display at the Smart City Expo event in Barcelona.
German true fleet market recovers lustre
Germany’s true fleet market built on September’s narrow gain of 0.1% with a more positive performance in October.
European Parliament backs call for making driver assistance systems compulsory
The European Parliament has given its backing to a call for driver assistance systems such as autonomous emergency braking to be made standard on new
Fleet Renting drives shift to integrated mobility with Bynx
Mexico-based startup Fleet Renting has used technology from BynxFleet to drive its integrated mobility offering.
Siemens drives electromobility focus with Ubitricity investment
Siemens Energy Management is to work with Ubitricity to develop electromobility solutions including for fleets.
Audi develops sustainable diesel from water
Audi is to start producing ‘virtually CO2-neutral’ e-diesel from early next year, using renewable energy, water and CO2 taken from the atmosphere.
ARI pilots Alexa app
ARI is running a pilot on a new Alexa app that enables drivers to request and receive fleet data with voice commands.
LeasePlan programme to help large corporates switch to EVs
LeasePlan is launching a new electric vehicle pilot programme to help large corporates make the transition to electric vehicles.
Volvo XC60 ‘aces’ Euro NCAP tests
The new Volvo XC60 has become the best all-round performer in Euro NCAP’s 2017 tests to date, including setting one of the best adult occupant
Allianz to launch Europe-wide telematics services for carmakers
Allianz Worldwide Partners is to expand its portfolio of manufacturer-branded roadside assistance and warranty schemes with new telematics services for its automotive manufacturer clients.
Real-world fuel consumption gap hits 45% for company cars
The gap between official fuel consumption figures and real-world performance in the EU has quadrupled since 2001, hitting an all-time high, new figures suggest.
EU plans for 30% cut in emissions by 2030
The European Commission is looking to cut car and LCV emissions by 30% by 2030 under a proposal for post-2021 CO2 targets.
Mazda engines to target sub-EV CO2 emissions
Mazda is targeting a combustion engine with lower well-to-wheel CO2 emissions than an electric vehicle, as part of a suite of fuel-saving solutions to cater
Electric Corsa to debut in 2020 under Opel turnaround plans
Opel, and sibling Vauxhall, is to debut a next-generation electric Corsa and a plug-in hybrid version of its Grandland X crossover by 2020 under post-takeover
Radius launches telematics service in US
Radius Payment Solutions is expanding into the US with a range of fleet services, including tracking.
October registrations rise and fall across Western Europe
Car registrations grew by 4.6% in October in Western Europe year-on-year, according to the latest figures from LMC Automotive.
Eon confirms pan-European EV charging, with solutions for fleets
Utility company, Eon, has launched a Europe-wide electric mobility initiative, including ultra-fast workplace charging points and a network enabling EV drivers to get from the
Adding lightness to vehicles could reduce emissions by 40%
A new report has concluded that 40% of emissions could be cut by reducing vehicle mass.
SEAT deal with Telefónica to aid mobility solutions
SEAT has signed a deal with Spanish telecoms giant Telefónica as it looks to develop digitised mobility solutions.
Carmakers push ahead with plans for pan-European 350kW EV charging network
BMW Group, Daimler, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group have committed to plans to launch a network of 400 ultra-fast charging stations for electric
Road Test: Audi A4 Allroad Quattro
Audi’s lifestyle estate has never made more sense for fleets, reckons Alex Grant.
Enel enters U.S. electric mobility market
Italian utility company, Enel, has acquired charging point manufacturer eMotorWerks, with a view to incorporate its vehicle-to-grid technology platform as part of its global product
Global petrol demand could peak before 2030
Oil analysts have predicted peak demand for petrol could occur as soon as 2030, according to a report by Wood Mackenzie.
PSA and BNP Paribas close acquisition of Opel-Vauxhall financial ops
Opel and Vauxhall’s financial operations have now been hived off into a new automotive finance company, jointly owned by PSA and the French bank BNP
