BYD shakes thins up with ETH8 electric truck
By WhichEV As the demand for zero-emission commercial vehicles rises across Europe, BYD, a Chinese multinational known for its electric vehicles (EVs) and power batteries, has introduced its new electric truck, the ETH8, into the European market. The truck was officially launched at the IAA 2024 event, as cities across Europe implement stricter emission regulations, pushing […]
If you specialise in Duty of Care solutions for fleet 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 October we’ll be focussing on Duty of Care 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 […]
EV CHARGING MONTH: What are the best options for fleet managers?
As the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to grow, fleet managers in the UK are faced with the challenge of providing adequate charging infrastructure. Here are the primary options available for on-site and employee home charging… On-Site Charging Solutions Employee Home Charging Solutions Key Considerations for Fleet Managers By carefully evaluating these options and considering the […]
Commercial van market returned to growth in August
The UK’s new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market returned to growth in August, rising 1.7% to record the best performance for the month since 2021 after two months of decline. According to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), 16,575 vans, 4x4s, pickups and taxis joined the road in what […]
The digital dispatcher has arrived – Here’s what that means for logistics
By András Kovács (pictured), Director of Fleet Products at Transporeon, A Trimble Company In the long-haul full truckload (FTL)L industry, dispatchers have traditionally relied on manual processes and years of experience to navigate a complex regulatory landscape, fluctuating fuel prices and evolving customer demands. While functional, this approach is far from optimal, putting pressure on dispatchers and leading to […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Is BMW now leading the BEV market?
July 2024 witnessed a slowdown in electric vehicle (EV) registrations across Europe, with BMW claiming to have surpassed Tesla as the leading battery electric vehicle (BEV) brand for the first time. Demand for cars overall, is now heading back to pre-lockdown levels, but EV sales reduced ahead of the new number plates being issued in […]
CASE STUDY: Trimble continues to support on-going HS2 project
There is no question that HS2 is the biggest construction project in the UK, including 32 miles of tunnels, 50 major viaducts, including 11 viaducts just for the delta junction north of Interchange station. In the midst of all this activity, it is easy to overlook the fact that most of these sites would be […]
ALTERNATIVE FUEL MONTH: Planning your strategy and selecting your partners
The transition to alternative fuels is gaining momentum in the UK, driven by environmental concerns and economic incentives. For senior fleet management professionals, carefully planning an alternative fuel and LPG strategy is essential to achieve sustainability goals and optimize operational efficiency… Key Considerations for Alternative Fuel Strategy Selecting the Right Partners and Solutions Emerging Trends in Alternative Fuels […]
THE WHICHEV VIEW: Everything Electric 2024 show preview
By WhichEV The UK’s premier electric vehicle (EV) and home energy exhibition, Everything Electric, is set to make a triumphant return to Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre from October 11th to 13th, 2024 – Anyone who wants to do test drives, needs to get there early and book a slot! This much-anticipated event, formerly known as Fully Charged […]
Join Brake’s silent auction at November’s Fleet Summit
You’re invited to attend the Fleet Summit, a unique event which will provide you with a rare full working day of industry networking, learning and connection building – Plus it’s completely free for you to attend! Event Details: 13th & 14th November 2024 | Radisson Hotel & Conference Centre, London Heathrow Your pass will be fully funded to attend as […]
