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Ford boss Andy Barratt takes leave of absence

Andy Barratt, managing director of Ford of Britain, has taken a leave of absence from the manufacturer.

Ford Kuga PHEV fire risk discovered

Ford has temporarily suspended sales of its new Kuga plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV and issued a recall after four have caught fire due to over-heating batteries.

Brexit: Zero-tariff deal needed to avoid fleet price increase

Clock ticking on negotiations with Europe as UK bids to avoid car and van price increases.

Ford and ALD create leasing and fleet management joint venture

Ford and ALD Automotive have signed a shareholder agreement to create an integrated leasing and fleet management business in Europe.

Ford will use 5G to speed up electric vehicle production

Ford and its consortium partners have received government backing for the introduction of 5G connectivity to speed up electric vehicle manufacturing.

Hybrids will still be required if Government bans ICE cars in 2035, says Ford boss

Hybrid cars, including mild-hybrid and plug-in, will be required if the Government is going to achieve it’s ambition of banning the sale of Internal Combustion Engine cars by 2035.

Ford: Customers offered connected vehicle services for free

Ford has made a range of connected vehicle services complimentary to customers, enabling drivers to control and monitor key features from their smartphone.

How are fleet manufacturers meeting the challenges of Covid-19? Ford responds

Fleet News surveyed major manufacturers to find out how they were responding to the coronavirus pandemic. This is Ford's response.

Ford adds mild-hybrid engines to Fiesta for better economy

Ford as improved the efficiency of its best-selling Fiesta model, with the addition of new mild-hybrid powertrains.

Ford Kuga first drive | less rugged, more efficient: better overall

For the majority of SUV customers, the latest-generation Kuga is a fine choice.

Coronavirus: Ford keeps specialist blue-light fleets moving

Ford Special Vehicle Projects (SVP) is providing essential support to the nation’s blue-light fleets as they battle the Coronavirus.

‘Invaluable’ mobile vans help Ford keep fleets operational during Covid-19 crisis ( + video interview)

Mobile servicing has become a major part of the aftersales service Ford is offering its fleet customers to keep their vehicles on the road during the Covid-19 crisis.

BMW Group UK wins 2020 Fleet News Fleet Manufacturer of the Year Award

BMW has retained its title as Fleet Manufacturer of the Year for the second year running, taking its trophy haul to four at this year’s Fleet News Awards.

Peugeot 2008 wins 2020 Fleet News Best Compact SUV Award

The Peugeot 2008 enters the highly competitive Compact SUV segment at the top of its class, bringing all the positive attributes of the 208.

Toyota Rav4 wins 2020 Fleet News Best Mid-size SUV Award

The new hybrid-only Toyota Rav4 impressed judges at this year’s Fleet News Awards for its balance of running costs, practicality and efficiency.

RNLI – 'saving £800,000 on our fleet will help save lives'

The Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) will make a net saving of £800,000 this year thanks to new contracts, using wholelife costs and telematics. It’s money which will benefit its life-saving work out at sea, says Nick Saunders.

Ford Puma enters at the top of its class | first drive

Its steering is sharp and the ride composed which, together with its practicality and efficiency, makes the Puma an excellent all-rounder.

Ford Puma delayed due to airbag recall

Ford has delayed deliveries of its new Puma compact SUV due to a fault with an airbag component.

2020 Ford Puma

TrustFord expands fleet and national logistics centre

Ford dealer group becomes Warwickshire business park’s biggest occupier.