Industry News
- Zero-emission fleets at the forefront globally, as EV100 network relaunchesby Natalie Middleton on 23rd June 2025 at 5:01 am
The rollout of zero-emission corporate fleets is becoming a real possibility in a growing number of diverse markets, a new Climate Group report published today …
- International nature of UK vehicle crime revealed by Thatcham Researchby Natalie Middleton on 20th June 2025 at 2:17 pm
New data showing the international scale of the UK’s stolen vehicle problem has been revealed following a joint investigation between Thatcham Research and the National …
- Arval Germany and Otovo partner to simplify home chargingby Lisa Laverick on 20th June 2025 at 8:38 am
Arval Germany is making it easier than ever for company car drivers to charge their electric vehicles with clean, self-generated solar energy at home, thanks to a new partnership with residential solar specialist Otovo. The collaboration brings together Arval’s expertise in full-service vehicle leasing and mobility solutions with Otovo’s leadership in residential photovoltaics, offering a […]
- UK fleet managers lack crucial knowledge on emissions reportingby Lisa Laverick on 19th June 2025 at 2:31 pm
A significant portion of UK fleet managers are ill-equipped to accurately report vehicle emissions, according to a new study by Alphabet (GB), released today to coincide with National Clean Air Day. The research found that more than a quarter (26%) of UK fleet managers do not understand the difference between Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions – a fundamental requirement for accurate carbon […]
- Charging is biggest constraint on fleet electrification, new research showsby Lisa Laverick on 19th June 2025 at 9:55 am
Availability of charging is the biggest constraint on fleet electrification, according to the new Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. It shows 41% of UK fleets say there aren’t enough public charging points, 39% have no charging available at their employees’ homes and 25% have no chargers at their company offices. John Peters, Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK, said: “In […]
- Targa Telematics partners with Volvo for connected mobilityby Natalie Middleton on 19th June 2025 at 9:53 am
Targa Telematics is working with Volvo on the development of new connected mobility solutions in Europe. The major new partnership will see Targa integrate data …
- UK now the leading EV market in Europe, BloombergNEF revealsby Natalie Middleton on 19th June 2025 at 6:33 am
Global demand for plug-in vehicles is set for a record-breaking year, with the UK leading the way for EV adoption in Europe, according to BloombergNEF’s …
- Monta launches first industry-wide EV charger ranking systemby Natalie Middleton on 19th June 2025 at 5:41 am
EV charging platform Monta has launched a new industry benchmark to rank the real-world performance of EV chargers across Europe and UK, rating the top …
- Honda spearheads new last-mile micromobility venture with eQuad delivery vehicleby Natalie Middleton on 18th June 2025 at 5:49 pm
Honda has launched a new B2B business dedicated to transforming the last-mile delivery industry with micromobility solutions. Dubbed Fastport, the new venture has been created …
- New Nissan Leaf uncovered as slick SUV with 600km rangeby Natalie Middleton on 18th June 2025 at 5:48 pm
Nissan has unveiled the all-new Leaf, now reinvented as a sleek, aerodynamic SUV with up to 600km of range to take on the Kia EV3 …
- Fleets should back calls for UK to match EU hydrogen…by Lisa Laverick on 18th June 2025 at 1:59 pm
Fleets should back new calls for the UK government to match EU targets aimed at creating at least one hydrogen filling station for every 120 miles of major road by 2030, FleetCheck says. The fleet software specialist believes this level of ambition of network expansion is needed if vehicle operators are to maximise the potential of all possible zero emissions fuel choices. Peter Golding, […]
- Mercia offers free grey fleet management to help small businesses…by Lisa Laverick on 18th June 2025 at 1:45 pm
In a bid to help small businesses tackle one of the most overlooked risk areas in transport, Mercia Fleet Management is offering six months of free grey fleet management to companies with up to 100 employees. The initiative coincides with the launch and rebranding of Mercia’s new website. A division of Tamworth-based Fleet Evolution, a specialist in electric vehicle salary sacrifice schemes, […]
- Matt Neale and Aaron Powell named as AFP board membersby Lisa Laverick on 18th June 2025 at 1:33 pm
Matt Neale and Aaron Powell have been appointed as new board directors at the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP). Both were elected as additions to the AFP’s existing 14-strong board following voting by members from more than 20 candidates. Matt Neale is head of fleet and mobility at Platform Housing. He has more than two decades of experience in the sector, having previously held […]
- New Kia App merges connectivity, charging and vehicle managementby Natalie Middleton on 17th June 2025 at 9:57 am
A new Kia App combining connectivity, charging and vehicle management services into a single solution is now out in Europe. Live now and available to …
- Iveco unveils eJolly and eSuperJolly electric vansby Natalie Middleton on 13th June 2025 at 1:13 pm
Iveco has uncovered its eJolly and eSuperJolly electric vans ahead of sales starting in 2026. Developed under Iveco’s partnership with Stellantis Pro One, the new …
- Fiat battery swap trials cut EV recharges to five minutesby Natalie Middleton on 13th June 2025 at 12:33 pm
Fiat is rolling out battery swapping technology that will cut EV recharge times to less than five minutes. The Italian carmaker has teamed up with …
- Allane Mobility Group highlights home charging as key to fleet…by Lisa Laverick on 10th June 2025 at 9:38 am
Allane Mobility Group, a provider of vehicle leasing and full-service mobility solutions in Germany, has published a new white paper titled “The Underestimated Lever – Home Charging as a Building Block of Modern Fleet Strategy”. Developed in collaboration with LOCIO, a specialist in smart charging and automated billing for electric vehicles, the publication highlights the pivotal role of home […]
- Eurocell expands fleet after Fleet Alliance adviceby Lisa Laverick on 9th June 2025 at 11:11 am
Eurocell, a UK upvc window, door and conservatory manufacturer and distributor, has replaced a large proportion of its light commercial vehicle fleet with a huge order of 158 new vans following advice and input from fleet management partner, Glasgow-based Fleet Alliance, now part of the Global Vehicle Group. The vans, 158 Mercedes Sprinter H2 L4 LCVs complete with bespoke customisations, are […]
- Fleetondemand launches new pool fleet management serviceby Lisa Laverick on 9th June 2025 at 8:05 am
Fleetondemand, part of the FOD Mobility Group, has officially launched a new pool fleet management service, designed to streamline the booking, management, and reporting of company-owned, leased, and rented vehicles across multiple business locations. The new service is fully integrated into the company’s GT Suite platform and enhances its existing mobility offerings, which include daily and […]
- Global Vehicle Group acquires Fleet Allianceby Lisa Laverick on 6th June 2025 at 8:55 am
Global Vehicle Group (GVG) has announced that it has acquired Fleet Alliance, the Glasgow based SME-focused leasing broker and fleet management business. Fleet Alliance joins the other GVG companies: Global Vans, XLCR and LCV Group and together they become the largest and most diverse B2B leasing broker in the UK. The combined business now offers full B2B market coverage across cars and vans, […]