The Source for Multinational Fleet Professionals
A new report by industry body the British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association (BVRLA) says that a ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach to public charging is impeding the development of fleet electrification.
Ogilvie reports that 45% of all forward orders are for pure electric cars, and that the percentage rises to 78% if it counts plug-in hybrid models.
The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) describes hydrogen as a "not realistic" fuel source for commercial van fleets.
The AFP said that the event’s rationale was to provide an opportunity for fleet managers to discuss issues of the moment and operational pain points.
The government says the scheme will help those electric car and van drivers that do not have a private driveway or workplace charging to more easily access a chargepoint.
The new law, “Causing Serious Injury by Careless Driving” became effective June 28 under the Police Crime and Sentencing Act 2022 and can be adjudicated in either a Magistrates’ Court or a Crown Court.
The UK program is part of Global Fleet Champions, a nonprofit worldwide campaign to prevent crashes and reduce pollution caused by work vehicles. UK-based road safety charity Brake administers the awards program.
The portal, Volvo Fleet and Business Online, provides the full range of Volvo models with direct-to-business pricing through the Care by Volvo subscription service. This includes full service maintenance, with just insurance and fuel or electricity required by the user for the monthly rental.
Northgate Vehicle Hire said the acquisition of Blakedale will allow it to grow its share of the traffic management sector at a time when the government has pledged strategic long-term investment in UK roads.
Winter will pursue work as a consultant for fleet managers and fleet management companies. Winter was responsible for the third-largest private fleet in the U.K.
media brand
The secure and easy all-access connection to your content.
Bookmarked content can then be accessed anytime on all of your logged in devices!
Already a member? Log In
