Mobility strategy

Getting employees out of their cars and into other modes of transport can have cost, health and wider environmental benefits for an organisation.

Adopting two-wheel solutions such as e-scooters and e-cargo bikes can cut costs, reduce time stuck in traffic and increase productivity.

As rising electricity prices erode the fuel savings traditionally offered by EVs, we look at whether the expected SMR benefits are materialising.

While the ultimate connected vehicles may be many years away, fleets are already benefiting from some of the technologies.

The automotive sector is currently in a period of unprecedented change, says industry expert Kavin Gaskall. But what will be the implications for fleets?

Moving goods off the road and on to track or waterway could have emissions and efficiency benefits for fleets.

Expansive £1m Rugby flagship depot signals Enterprise’s intention to continue growing its van, truck and specialist vehicles division

Vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology will allow drivers to 'see' everything happening on the roads around them: and it's not that far away from reality.

The zero-emission powered light vehicle sector ould be key to many fleets’ future net-zero ambitions, according to a new action plan.

The West Midlands is becoming a testbed for future mobility solutions as it seeks to implement its own strategy for reducing congestion and emissions.

Captive leasing and optimised supply chain combine with local level pilot projects to give Ivor Johnson both holistic and regional view of fleet excellence

Electric vehicles will not break down so often or need parts replaced as regularly as ICE vehicles

Fleets and drivers lean towards financial security of a company car, finds latest Arval Mobility Observatory research

Within a year of launch, dealer-backed green mobility provider has surged into FN50

Meeting the need for ‘sustainable mobility’ for fleets, employees, retail and industry partners is at the heart of Lakshmi Moorthy’s strategy

Real-world testing of fully-autonomous vehicles is key to their future deployment. Here we look at some of the UK trials taking place.

Decarbonisation and the future of mobility were on the agenda at the virtual event held by Fleet News’s sister brand. We look at some of the key messages

Using electric scooters instead of cars could be a valuable advance in cutting emissions and congestion in urban areas.

Smart mobility technologies are often hailed as being ready to revolutionise the transport sector - the Gartner Hype Cycle aims to uncover the truth

Van and truck fleets are having to rethink last-mile delivery strategies as cities shift their priorities

UK head of fleet Nick O’Neill outlines Volkswagen’s plans to become much more than simply a provider of cars

Altrad Services has combined telematics data and greater driver engagement to transform its fleet.

The Covid-19 outbreak has already changed how people travel. Here we look at some of the impacts it will have on future mobility solutions.

Paraffinic diesels require little in the way of additional infrastructure, but they do cost more

Changes to travel behaviour brought on by the coronavirus pandemic have created a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for Government to reshape how transport is delivered and used.

Early Covid-19 scenes in the media showed row upon row of empty supermarket shelves and yet there were supplies, seemingly abundant, held in warehouses.

A new report says self-driving vehicles not offer the safety improvements often touted. What are the potential consequences?

Fleets are being given the opportunity to help determine how the UK will achieve net zero emissions across every mode of transport by 2050.

Electric vehicles and new mobility solutions are touted to transform the fleet sector, but what will be their real-world impact? Four leading fleet decision-makers debate the issue.

Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles prove ideal for private hire company Green Tomato Cars to reduce its emissions.

With talk about future urban mobility focused largely on electric and autonomous vehicles, MCIA has urged industry not to overlook PLVs.

Access and convenience are key to keeping services as Enterprise looks to ‘complement other modes of transport rather than try to compete’

New launches and increased availability of battery electric vehicles next year will provide a boost to achieving the Government’s Road to Zero targets.

Private hire company heads £15 million Project Endeavour consortium to provide commercial autonomous ride-sharing service

Addison Lee Group pilots Audi e-tron electric SUVs to shape future electrification strategy

There are many powertrain options to consider as van and truck fleets bid to clear the air

As particulate matter emissions from exhaust pipes fall, pollution caused by brake and tyre wear is coming under increasing scrutiny.

Zero-emission logistics have come a long way, but Sam Clarke is keen to explore further

Encouraging staff to use bikes or walk for business journeys cuts emissions and improves productivity

A consistent approach to CAZs is required for businesses, local authorities and citizens to make united progress towards a healthier environment