New electric car grants ‘don’t help logistics businesses’
The government’s new electric car grant, offering drivers up to a £3,750 discount to buy electric cars, has been in the headlines, but while it’s undoubtedly good for consumers, it doesn’t help businesses. That’s according to Andrew Tavener (pictured), Head of Fleet Marketing EMEA at Descartes, who argues that for logistics businesses, the challenge of purchasing an EV goes far beyond […]
LPG/ALTERNATIVE FUEL MONTH: Lessons from councils and private operators adopting LPG, HVO and hydrogen
Fleet managers across public and private sectors attending the Fleet Summit are under growing pressure to reduce emissions without compromising operational performance. While full electrification is a long-term goal, many organisations are finding success through phased transitions using alternative fuels such as LPG (liquefied petroleum gas), HVO (hydrotreated vegetable oil) and, in some pioneering cases, […]
Lower Tesla numbers led to slower UK growth in July
By WhichEV The United Kingdom’s new car market hit a speed bump in July, with overall registrations falling by 5.0% after two consecutive months of growth. In a market grappling with economic headwinds and policy uncertainty, 140,154 new cars were registered, the weakest performance for the month since 2022 and a significant 10.8% below pre-pandemic […]
VIDEO: Fleet Summit – Your trusted source of truth when it comes to the best solutions
The 10th Anniversary Fleet Summit is an invaluable source of professional development, enabling you to expand your knowledge and stay abreast of the latest industry offerings. Date: Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th November Venue: Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow Watch this video for a flavour of what you can expect: This unmissable event […]
CONTRACT HIRE & LEASING MONTH: From ownership to usership – Why SMEs are embracing vehicle leasing
Small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the UK are rethinking their approach to vehicle management. Faced with rising costs, tightening emissions regulations, and the complexities of maintaining modern fleets, many are shifting from traditional vehicle ownership to a more flexible, cost-effective model: usership through vehicle leasing… Rather than tying up capital in depreciating assets, SMEs […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Subaru goes big on electric SUVs
By WhichEV Subaru, the Japanese manufacturer long celebrated for its rugged, all-terrain vehicles and iconic boxer engines, has signalled its most significant step yet into the electric era. The company has pulled the covers off a formidable trio of new battery-electric SUVs destined for Europe, including the UK. The announcement, made from its European headquarters, […]
VIDEO: Fleet Summit – Bringing leaders and innovators together this November
You can now register for delegate places at the 10th Anniversary Fleet Summit‘ – Explore what’s new in the industry at this ever-popular event that offers you the unrivalled opportunity to meet 1-2-1 with suppliers and their latest competitive solutions to this evolving industry. Date: Monday 17th and Tuesday 18th November Venue: Radisson Hotel & […]
August 2025 is LPG/Alternative Fuel & Fuel Management Month on Fleet Briefing: Here’s how to get involved!
Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet market – and in August we’ll be focusing on LPG/Alternative Fuel & Fuel Management solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help fleet buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re […]
CONTRACT HIRE & LEASING MONTH: How public sector fleets are leveraging leasing for efficiency
From local councils to emergency services and NHS Trusts, government and public bodies attening the Fleet Summit are turning to leasing not only to control costs but also to access modern, low-emission vehicles without the burden of upfront capital expenditure… Moving Beyond Ownership As public sector organisations continue to navigate financial constraints and ambitious decarbonisation […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: What does Bentley’s EXP 15 Concept tell us about the future?
By WhichEV Bentley Motors has unveiled the EXP 15, a breathtaking all-electric design vision concept that offers a compelling glimpse into the storied marque’s electrified future. Presented at the official opening of its new design studio in Crewe, the concept car is a bold reimagining of the luxury grand tourer, blending early 20th-century heritage with 21st-century […]