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Our friends electric: 89% of UK fleets to change to electric before 2030

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89% of UK-based fleet managers expect electric vehicles (EVs) to play a major role in their businesses fleet by 2030.

The research, published by Geotab, also revealed that almost half of the 250 fleets surveyed in the UK do not currently have any EVs.

48% of those polled said Government initiatives were a leading motivator for the change to electric, while 48% said improvements to charging EVs, along with 32% who said improved selection of models also contributed to the growth of EV fleets.

Anticipation of the Government bringing in regulations regarding the implementation of EV fleets, similar to the ‘Road To Nowhere’ initiative, was commonplace, with 88% of fleet managers saying it was likely to happen.

Benefits to an electric fleet included 59% who agreed it was better for the environment, 46% who anticipated more efficient energy costs due to rising petrol and diesel prices and improved maintenance and  upkeep costs (42%).

“These survey results help to demonstrate that the government’s call for an EV future is not something businesses are taking lightly,” said Edward Kulperger, VP Europe at Geotab. “With most fleet leaders looking to have a fully EV-dependent fleet over the next few years, it’s no longer a question of if, but rather how soon a complete overhaul can take place.

“Based upon the outcome of this survey, it’s clear that businesses and fleets feel they now need additional government initiatives and smart updates to critical infrastructure across the UK.

“If this can be made a priority, as a nation, Geotab is confident that the UK can take a spot as one of the most innovative global leaders trying to help push the widespread adoption of green transportation in the coming years.”

Less than 2% of those polled for the survey claimed that there are no benefits to an EV fleet.

Do you specialise in Electric & Hybrid fleet vehicles? We want to hear from you!

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Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet & logistics market – and in January we’ll be focussing on Electric & Hybrid Vehicles.

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 of Electric & Hybrid Vehicles and would like to be included as part of this exciting new shop window, we’d love to hear from you – for more info, contact Chris Cannon on 01992 374096 / c.cannon@forumevents.co.uk.

Here are the areas we’ll be covering in 2019, month by month:

January – Electric & Hybrid Vehicles
February – Dash Cams
March – Driver Training
April – Accident & Risk Management
May – Fleet Management Software
June – Telematics
July – Contract Hire & Leasing
August – LPG/Alternative Fuel & Fuel Management
September – Vehicle Tracking
October – Duty of Care
November – Grey Fleet
December – Service, Maintenance & Repair

For more information on any of the above, contact Chris Cannon on 01992 374096 / c.cannon@forumevents.co.uk.

UK heavy truck market falls 7.0% in Q3 2018

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The UK new heavy goods vehicle (HGV) market declined by 7.0% in Q3 2018, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

9,853 heavy trucks were registered between June and September, which the SMMT says is a result of fluctuating fleet buying cycles and ongoing falls in business confidence.

Registrations of rigid trucks declined in the third quarter, down -9.8%, with a -6.0% decrease in the >6-16T segment and a -11.9% decline in the >16T segment.

Meanwhile, demand for artic vehicles also fell, by -3.1% to 4,246 units. Tractors remained the most popular vehicle, despite a -4.1% drop in demand, accounting for more than two fifths (42.8%) of the market. Skip loaders and box vans were the only segments to record growth in the quarter, up 11.1% and 2.4% respectively.

It was a similar picture in the year-to-date figures, with overall HGV registrations falling -7.5% to 30,308 units, with declines in demand for both rigids (-9.9%) and artics (-4.1%).

Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said: “While fluctuating fleet buying cycles are a natural feature of the HGV market, given this quarter marks the fifth consecutive decline, there is no doubt that a fall in operator confidence is having an impact on registrations of these big ticket purchases. Government must address the current economic and political uncertainty if we are to get more of these high-tech, ultra-low emission vehicles on to our roads, and to ensure the sector can prosper.”

EVENT REVIEW: Fleet Services Management Summit 2018

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The UK’s senior fleet professionals converged on Whittlebury Hall in Northampton on October 29th& 30thfor two full working days of networking and connection building at the Fleet Services Management Summit.

More than 60 delegates and a host of leading industry suppliers and solution providers talked through projects, objectives and challenges in a series of one-to-one business meetings and interactive seminars.

The event’s opening keynote address was delivered by Paul Jeffs, Transport & Training Compliance Manager at The Clancy Group, while other speakers included Shaun Sadlier, Head of Consultancy & Corporate Vehicle Observatory at Arval UK; Euan Anson, National Account Manager at Rexel UK; Peter Thompson, Managing Director at Cantrack; and Peter Eldridge, a Director at ICFM. 

The supplier roll call included Arval, Astrata, Autoglass, Auto Windscreens, Bridgestone, DriveTech, Fiat Chrysler, Honda, LeasePlan, Northgate, Reflex, Renault, TomTom, TTC, Fletter Ventilator, Matrix Telematics, RingGo, Traffilog, Stewart Signs and more. 

Attending delegates included representatives from the Aggreko, Amey Arcese UK LTD, Babcock International Group, Biffa Municipal Ltd, British Heart Foundation, Central England Co-Operative Limited, Derbyshire Constabulary, Dorest & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service, East Riding of Yorkshire Council, Enfield Council, G4S UK & Ireland, Hampshire Transport Management, Manchester United Football Club, NHS – Greater Glasgow & Clyde, Royal Mail, The Salvation Army, Travis Perkins plc, Virgin Media, Warburtons and more.

Sarah Hendy, Managing Director at Forum Events, said: “It was fantastic to see so many delegates and suppliers make new connections during the event, illustrating just what an exciting time it is for the sector.

“The Summit is a great way for the entire fleet industry to come together under one roof – we can’t wait to welcome everyone back next year.”

To secure a complimentary delegate place at the 2019 Fleet Services Management Summit, call Katie Bullot on 01992 374049 or email k.bullot@forumevents.co.uk.

To attend as a supplier, call Chris Cannon on 01992 374096 or email c.cannon@forumevents.co.uk.

For more information, visit www.fleetservicesmanagementsummit.co.uk.

Welcome to the Fleet Management Briefing

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We’re delighted to introduce the Fleet Management Briefing – your one-stop source of fleet and logistics industry news, in-depth analysis, events and jobs.

The Fleet Management Briefing is brought to you by Forum Events, the company behind the enormously popular Fleet Services Management Summit – a highly-focused event that brings fleet professionals and key industry solution providers together for one-to-one business meetings, interactive seminars and valuable networking opportunities.

We’ll be delivering the latest news and topical discussion from across the fleet sector, directly to the people who matter – through this online portal and a fortnightly email newsletter.

Our readership includes key decision makers from across the industry, encompassing Fleet Managers, Fleet Engineers, Heads of Operations, Transport Managers, Asset Managers and many more, plus the countless suppliers who provide the sector with essential products and services.

For all Fleet Management Briefing enquiries, contact Chris Cannon on 01992 374096 or email c.cannon@forumevents.co.uk.