Lightfoot says faster rollout of driver-coaching tech will target fuel-cost volatility

Lightfoot says faster rollout of driver-coaching tech will target fuel-cost volatility

John Sootheran

With fuel prices rising sharply again, Lightfoot says fleets need to focus less on predicting costs and more on controlling them.

Lightfoot says faster rollout of driver-coaching tech will target fuel-cost volatility

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John Sootheran

With fuel prices rising sharply again, Lightfoot says fleets need to focus less on predicting costs and more on controlling them.

Fleet safety tech is improving – but many drivers are left to figure it out alone

Fleet safety tech is improving – but many drivers are left to figure it out alone

John Sootheran

At a recent industry roundtable hosted by i247 Group at the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association, fleets highlighted a growing gap between technology and driver understanding.

Fleet safety tech is improving – but many drivers are left to figure it out alone

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John Sootheran

At a recent industry roundtable hosted by i247 Group at the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association, fleets highlighted a growing gap between technology and driver understanding.

eHGV toolkit gives fleets clearer route into electric trucks as real-world savings begin to emerge

eHGV toolkit gives fleets clearer route into electric trucks as real-world savings begin to emerge

John Sootheran

A new set of open-access tools from Energy Systems Catapult is aiming to make electric HGV adoption easier to plan and easier to justify financially.

eHGV toolkit gives fleets clearer route into electric trucks as real-world savings begin to emerge

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John Sootheran

A new set of open-access tools from Energy Systems Catapult is aiming to make electric HGV adoption easier to plan and easier to justify financially.

Europcar supports Camden’s EV transition with flexible van solution

Europcar supports Camden’s EV transition with flexible van solution

John Sootheran

The London Borough of Camden is cutting fleet emissions by switching a large portion of its vans to electric – without committing to long-term leases or outright purchase.

Europcar supports Camden’s EV transition with flexible van solution

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John Sootheran

The London Borough of Camden is cutting fleet emissions by switching a large portion of its vans to electric – without committing to long-term leases or outright purchase.

Fuel prices surge at record pace as diesel gap widens to nearly 30p

Fuel prices surge at record pace as diesel gap widens to nearly 30p

John Sootheran

Diesel saw the steepest increase, climbing 40p per litre to 182.77p, while petrol rose 20p to 152.83p. Both figures break previous monthly records, with diesel’s rise almost double the previous...

Fuel prices surge at record pace as diesel gap widens to nearly 30p

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John Sootheran

Diesel saw the steepest increase, climbing 40p per litre to 182.77p, while petrol rose 20p to 152.83p. Both figures break previous monthly records, with diesel’s rise almost double the previous...

ChargeUK warns energy cost surge could push up EV charging prices

ChargeUK warns energy cost surge could push up EV charging prices

John Sootheran

Electric vehicle charging firms say rising energy costs will be passed on to drivers, after a sharp increase in network charges over the past three years.

ChargeUK warns energy cost surge could push up EV charging prices

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John Sootheran

Electric vehicle charging firms say rising energy costs will be passed on to drivers, after a sharp increase in network charges over the past three years.

Fleets sitting on idle assets as data gap limits utilisation

Fleets sitting on idle assets as data gap limits utilisation

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are sitting on underused assets and most already have the tools to fix it.

Fleets sitting on idle assets as data gap limits utilisation

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John Sootheran

Fleet operators are sitting on underused assets and most already have the tools to fix it.

Sermi rollout opens up repair data as fleets look to reduce downtime

Sermi rollout opens up repair data as fleets look to reduce downtime

John Sootheran

A new certification scheme is set to reshape how vehicles are repaired in the UK.

Sermi rollout opens up repair data as fleets look to reduce downtime

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John Sootheran

A new certification scheme is set to reshape how vehicles are repaired in the UK.

VED rises and EV tax gap narrows as fleet costs edge up

VED rises and EV tax gap narrows as fleet costs edge up

John Sootheran

Vehicle excise duty has increased from 1 April, with the standard annual rate now £200 and first year charges for high emission cars reaching £5,690. At the same time, company...

VED rises and EV tax gap narrows as fleet costs edge up

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John Sootheran

Vehicle excise duty has increased from 1 April, with the standard annual rate now £200 and first year charges for high emission cars reaching £5,690. At the same time, company...

Autotrader’s lease deals of the week – three SUVs under £250 per month

Autotrader’s lease deals of the week – three SUVs under £250 per month

John Sootheran

Here are three of the most interesting lease deals currently available through Autotrader, all sitting under the £250 per month mark and covering a mix of efficient hybrids, everyday SUVs and...

Autotrader’s lease deals of the week – three SUVs under £250 per month

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John Sootheran

Here are three of the most interesting lease deals currently available through Autotrader, all sitting under the £250 per month mark and covering a mix of efficient hybrids, everyday SUVs and...

Mazda undercuts its own CX-5 with upgraded model

Mazda undercuts its own CX-5 with upgraded model

John Sootheran

Mazda has confirmed UK pricing and specification for the new CX-5, with the latest version starting from £31,550 – undercutting the outgoing model and keeping it competitive in the mid-size...

Mazda undercuts its own CX-5 with upgraded model

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John Sootheran

Mazda has confirmed UK pricing and specification for the new CX-5, with the latest version starting from £31,550 – undercutting the outgoing model and keeping it competitive in the mid-size...

Cupra updates Tavascan with new entry model and improved in-car tech

Cupra updates Tavascan with new entry model and improved in-car tech

John Sootheran

More accessible pricing, better usability and smarter features headline 2026 update

Cupra updates Tavascan with new entry model and improved in-car tech

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John Sootheran

More accessible pricing, better usability and smarter features headline 2026 update

Ford introduces Transit City as lower-cost electric van option

Ford introduces Transit City as lower-cost electric van option

John Sootheran

Ford has revealed the new Transit City, a budget-focused electric van designed to offer a more accessible entry point into its van range.

Ford introduces Transit City as lower-cost electric van option

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John Sootheran

Ford has revealed the new Transit City, a budget-focused electric van designed to offer a more accessible entry point into its van range.

Škoda previews Peaq – its first electric seven-seat SUV

Škoda previews Peaq – its first electric seven-seat SUV

John Sootheran

Up to 372-mile range and three rows of seats position Peaq as a practical family and fleet EV

Škoda previews Peaq – its first electric seven-seat SUV

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John Sootheran

Up to 372-mile range and three rows of seats position Peaq as a practical family and fleet EV

What Car? celebrates standout vans for 2026

What Car? celebrates standout vans for 2026

John Sootheran

Volkswagen, Kia and Renault dominate this year’s awards, with practicality and real-world usability front and centre. Across the board, winners range from established diesel workhorses to newer electric models designed to...

What Car? celebrates standout vans for 2026

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John Sootheran

Volkswagen, Kia and Renault dominate this year’s awards, with practicality and real-world usability front and centre. Across the board, winners range from established diesel workhorses to newer electric models designed to...

BMW adds entry-level iX3 with 395-mile range

BMW adds entry-level iX3 with 395-mile range

John Sootheran

BMW has introduced a more accessible version of its electric SUV with the iX3 40, priced from £53,250 and arriving in the UK in summer 2026.

BMW adds entry-level iX3 with 395-mile range

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John Sootheran

BMW has introduced a more accessible version of its electric SUV with the iX3 40, priced from £53,250 and arriving in the UK in summer 2026.