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Renault Trucks has launched a new multimodal last mile e-mobility concept, which combines three types of electric transportation in one vehicle.

Paul Simonds of G4S Cash Solutions has been crowned Logistics UK’s Van Driver of the Year after competing against 10 other finalists.

A fleet of autonomous electric cars could be deployed on public roads by the end of 2023, as part of a new partnership between Oxbotica and NEVS.

However, almost three quarters of fleets expect their fleet size to stay the same or decrease, according to the 2022 Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer.

Paul Willcox has been promoted to lead the UK market at Stellantis, replacing Alison Jones who moves to a global role.

Automotive services business Holman and FATEC Group have entered a new partnership to support fleet operators globally.

Mercedes-Benz Vans Dealer group Rygor Commercials has started to operate a pair of electric mobile fleet servicing vans.

Land Rover has showcased the all-new Range Rover Sport, following the recent launch of its larger Range Rover model.

The number of electric vehicle (EV) trained technicians has increased 4.5% since 2020 but is not enough to bridge the gap before 2030, warns the IMI.

If other cities are tempted to follow Oxford’s lead with a zero emission zone it could prove logistically and financially detrimental for businesses, says Venson.

Faced with long lead times for new vans, fleet operators are being urged to order vehicles early to help mitigate disruption to supply

Hyundai Business revamps relationships, while ULEVs put manufacturer on more choice lists.

The development of multi-cycle leasing requires flexible software capable of managing subsequent leases of the same asset, says Sofico.

TrustFord donates a Ford Transit 17-seat minibus to Huddersfield Giants Community Trust and The Algorithm People combines technologies with AFD Software.

BMW has confirmed its ‘Neue Klasse’ platform will underpin a new 3 Series-sized electric car, due to launch in 2025.

The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has renewed its solus fleet software arrangement with FleetCheck.

A start-up FinTech organisation claims to have solved the conundrum of pay-per-mile finance for fleet operators with a new proposition targeting ULEVs.

Councils will be expected to work closely with fleets to ensure their needs for public charge points are taken into consideration, the Government says.

Andy Eastlake, chief executive of Zemo Partnership and deputy chair of the EV Energy Taskforce, on the importance of an increased focus on near-home charging.

Alison Bell, operations director of Venson Automotive, looks at the pros and cons and what the future holds for alternative fuels for the industry.

Scott Hamilton-Cooper has been appointed as the new MD of AX Automotive and Zoomo welcomes key executives from Uber and Lyft to its leadership team.

Battery electric vehicles (BEVs) made up the top ten 'most popular' vehicles ordered in Q1 at Tusker.

The BVRLA has confirmed its BVRLA annual Fleets in Charge Conference will be opened by a panel of policymakers who are driving the UK’s decarbonisation plans.

There are now currently record levels of HGV driving tests being carried out, new data produced by the Department for Transport (DfT) shows.

A driver who killed another motorist in a crash and then lied to police about his speed has been jailed.

The supply of new cars and vans could worsen, and prices could rise further, while Russia’s conflict with Ukraine continues, warns Cox Automotive.

Latest advisory fuel rates issued by HMRC have left employees short-changed within days of being published.

Fleetondemand open new offices in Germany, dashcam developments and ZenAuto partners with Ohme.

DS Automobiles has built a new prototype electric vehicle (EV) that uses electric motor regeneration instead of conventional brakes.