Sky, Volvo, Uber press for end to petrol and diesel car sales un EU by 2035

EU lawmakers should set an end date for selling new combustion engine cars in Europe no later than 2035, 27 companies have said in a joint appeal. The open call will continue to gather support for a phase-out ahead of the review of EU car and van CO2 standards in June. The companies, which include IKEA Retail, […]
RAC issues warning over catalytic converter thefts

Criminals have been targeting cars parked during lockdown to fuel the illegal trade of precious metals, according to the RAC and insurer Ageas. Ageas says it has seen a marked rise in theft of catalytic converters since the start of the first lockdown just over a year ago, with this type of crime now accounting for […]
5 Minutes With… SmartDrive’s Penny Brooks

In the latest instalment of our fleet industry executive interview series, we spoke to Penny Brooks, Managing Director for EMEA at SmartDrive Systems, about the company, the ongoing challenges posed by COVID-19, the opportunities created by video safety technologies, the move towards remote fleet management and the importance of big data… Tell us about your […]
Do you specialise in Fleet Management Software? We want to hear from you!

Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet market – and in May we’ll be focussing on Fleet Management Software 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 a supplier […]
Will you be attending the FLeet Summit this July?
The Fleet Summit is a highly-focused industry event tailored for fleet professionals like you, taking place on the 7th & 8th July at Whittlebury Park – Make sure you register today! The benefits of attending as one of our delegates includes:- One-to-one access to budget-saving and innovative suppliers Network with all attendees to build business relationships […]
Tesco’s free retail EV charging network hits 500,000 charges

The UK’s largest free retail electric car charging network has hit 500,000 charges – providing more than 10 million miles of complimentary carbon neutral motoring. Tesco, in partnership with Volkswagen and Pod Point, is installing free charging points at 600 supermarkets around the UK as part of their commitment to improving electric car charging infrastructure. […]
Fleet Summit: Solutions tailored to your needs

The Fleet Summit takes place on the 7th & 8th July at Whittlebury Park – and it’s a one-stop shop for all fleet management needs. By attending as one of just 60 delegates, you’ll be able to take advantage of:- • One-to-one access to budget-saving and innovative suppliers• Network with all attendees to build business relationships that […]
bp pulse confirms ultra-fast charging hubs rollout

bp pulse is to expand its ultra-fast EV charging infrastructure significantly across the UK, with a series of new charging hubs developed in partnership with The EV Network (EVN). Electrification is at the heart of bp’s convenience and mobility strategy with the company aiming to double the size of the bp pulse network in the […]
Do you specialise in Accident & Risk Management? We want to hear from you!

Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet market – and in April we’ll be focussing on Accident & Risk 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 a […]
Fleet Summit: Secure your place at July’s essential industry event

The next Fleet Summit will take place on the 7th & 8th July at Whittlebury Park in Northampton – Delegate places are in high demand, so make sure you secure your place today. Your pass is still entirely free and you can you attendance is flexible, either join us virtually via a zoom link, or enjoy the event […]