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Motorway service stations could be forced to end exclusive arrangements with charge point operators under new rules being considered by the Government.

Kia has re-branded its in-car and app-based telematics system to Kia Connect.

The Toyota Proace City compact van is now available to order, priced from £18,386 (CV OTR).

Citroen has introduced a new larger version of the e-SpaceTourer, with the model now available in both M and XL forms.

The future road map for connected technology and how it will affect how vehicles are run in the future will be under the spotlight at next week's Fleet & Mobility Live.

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Tevva has unveiled new 7.5-tonne electric truck intended for mass production in the UK, with pre-orders available now and first deliveries from Q3 2022.

Glasgow Council has awarded rental supplier, Dawsongroup sweepers, a contract to provide compact sweepers to the Scottish authority.

Light commercial vehicle (LCVs) values continued at strong levels at BCA in August, averaging £9,874 over the month, the third highest average value on record.

Europcar has appointed Ross Vincent-Norgate to the role of UK business development director and Jon Stockton is appointed MD at Whistl fulfilment.

More than half (57%) of drivers of drivers admitted leaving tools in their van overnight, with almost a third not taking extra precautions to protect their kit.

Military tanker drivers will be deployed if the fuel supply chain comes under further pressure, says the Government.

The BMW 330e has been named Best Company Car in the Parkers New Car Awards 2022, in partnership with Fleet News.

Sogo is offering drivers stuck in long-term lease and finance agreements the ability to change their vehicle thanks to a new equity release scheme.

The preferred powertrain choice for fleet panel vans is likely to be dictated by the rate of growth of hydrogen refuelling infrastructure, according to FleetCheck.

A new study from environmental campaign group Transport & Environment has concluded that gas-powered trucks are no better for the climate than conventional diesel models.

The DfT says 5,000 HGV drivers will be able to come to the UK for three months in the run-up to Christmas.

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Campaign group Transport & Environment has warned the European Commission against watering down Euro 7 emissions standards under pressure from manufacturers.

National Highways is looking at introducing new tools, training and leveraging existing technology to further reduce incidents on the strategic road network (SRN).

A preference for flexible working could make the rush hour a thing of the past, research by Wagonex has found.

Tesco is the UK’s best supermarket for electric car charge points a study by Electrifying.com has found.

The Government has defended its handling of the HGV driver shortage after fuel deliveries were unable to be made leaving some forecourts closed.

The global shortage in semiconductors is becoming a “serious issue” for the vehicle rental industry, with new cars and vans in short supply.

A new report suggests last-mile electric vehicle (EV) fleets using wireless charging technology, saved up to 50% in total cost of ownership (TCO).

Fleet operators want Government incentives to make the switch to alternative fuels, according to a report from Asset Alliance Group.

High demand for trucks throughout 2021 suggests it will be a record year for used HGV prices, according to Cox Automotive.

Delegates to this year’s Fleet & Mobility Live will gain access to a best practice masterclass that condenses 10 years of electric vehicle charging lessons into a 45 minute session.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has introduced the ABT eTransporter van onto its mobile service clinic fleet to provide remote servicing to businesses.

Falmouth and Penryn primary care network (PCN) has introduced a fleet of electric vehicles (EVs) into its day-to-day operations.