How United Utilities cut downtime and maintenance costs with predictive fleet management

How United Utilities cut downtime and maintenance costs with predictive fleet management

John Sootheran

To improve reliability while progressing towards its low carbon targets, United Utilities introduced real time fleet analytics and predictive maintenance tools through Vodafone Business Fleet Analytics, powered by Geotab.

How United Utilities cut downtime and maintenance costs with predictive fleet management

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John Sootheran

To improve reliability while progressing towards its low carbon targets, United Utilities introduced real time fleet analytics and predictive maintenance tools through Vodafone Business Fleet Analytics, powered by Geotab.

Benefit-in-kind tax essential to fleet decarbonisation

Benefit-in-kind tax essential to fleet decarbonisation

John Sootheran

The BVRLA's Leasing Outlook Report shows salary sacrifice drivers are four times more likely to choose a fully electric car than personal contract hire customers.

Benefit-in-kind tax essential to fleet decarbonisation

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John Sootheran

The BVRLA's Leasing Outlook Report shows salary sacrifice drivers are four times more likely to choose a fully electric car than personal contract hire customers.

The avoidable driving habits proven to cut SMR costs

The avoidable driving habits proven to cut SMR costs

John Sootheran

Poor driving habits are quietly adding pressure to fleet service, maintenance and repair budgets, according to new research from Venson Automotive Solutions. The study highlights how everyday behaviours behind the...

The avoidable driving habits proven to cut SMR costs

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John Sootheran

Poor driving habits are quietly adding pressure to fleet service, maintenance and repair budgets, according to new research from Venson Automotive Solutions. The study highlights how everyday behaviours behind the...

UK EV charging rollout could reach Norway levels by 2027

UK EV charging rollout could reach Norway levels by 2027

John Sootheran

Analysis from The Electric Car Scheme suggests the UK’s ratio of chargers to petrol stations will rise from 10.5 to one today to 15 to one by 2027, broadly in...

UK EV charging rollout could reach Norway levels by 2027

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John Sootheran

Analysis from The Electric Car Scheme suggests the UK’s ratio of chargers to petrol stations will rise from 10.5 to one today to 15 to one by 2027, broadly in...

UK’s first megawatt eHGV charging hub goes live at East Midlands Gateway

UK’s first megawatt eHGV charging hub goes live at East Midlands Gateway

John Sootheran

Designed and delivered by Voltempo, the hub can provide charging rates of up to one megawatt, allowing future electric HGVs to recharge in under 30 minutes. The site includes six...

UK’s first megawatt eHGV charging hub goes live at East Midlands Gateway

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John Sootheran

Designed and delivered by Voltempo, the hub can provide charging rates of up to one megawatt, allowing future electric HGVs to recharge in under 30 minutes. The site includes six...

RHA launches practical compliance guide for van operators

RHA launches practical compliance guide for van operators

John Sootheran

The guidance responds to increasing DVSA enforcement and ongoing confusion around how regulations apply to vans, particularly in areas such as drivers’ hours, working time, employment responsibilities and international operations.

RHA launches practical compliance guide for van operators

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John Sootheran

The guidance responds to increasing DVSA enforcement and ongoing confusion around how regulations apply to vans, particularly in areas such as drivers’ hours, working time, employment responsibilities and international operations.

£85k saved in year one: how Eurocell cut fleet costs and admin

£85k saved in year one: how Eurocell cut fleet costs and admin

John Sootheran

A growing fleet was starting to strain internal resources at Eurocell, prompting the construction and trade specialist to rethink how it managed more than 400 company cars and vans across...

£85k saved in year one: how Eurocell cut fleet costs and admin

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John Sootheran

A growing fleet was starting to strain internal resources at Eurocell, prompting the construction and trade specialist to rethink how it managed more than 400 company cars and vans across...

Carwow's lease deals of the week

Carwow's lease deals of the week

John Sootheran

Vauxhall Frontera Electric If you are looking for an affordable way into electric driving, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric is a cracking place to start. It is practical, easy to live...

Carwow's lease deals of the week

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John Sootheran

Vauxhall Frontera Electric If you are looking for an affordable way into electric driving, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric is a cracking place to start. It is practical, easy to live...

BYD extends battery warranty

BYD extends battery warranty

John Sootheran

BYD has extended the warranty on its Blade battery technology to eight years or 250,000km (155,000 miles), with the improved coverage applying to both new and existing vehicles.

BYD extends battery warranty

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John Sootheran

BYD has extended the warranty on its Blade battery technology to eight years or 250,000km (155,000 miles), with the improved coverage applying to both new and existing vehicles.

Electric Mercedes Benz CLA crowned European Car of the Year 2026

Electric Mercedes Benz CLA crowned European Car of the Year 2026

John Sootheran

The all electric Mercedes Benz CLA has been named European Car of the Year 2026, after impressing judges with its range, efficiency and technology.

Electric Mercedes Benz CLA crowned European Car of the Year 2026

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John Sootheran

The all electric Mercedes Benz CLA has been named European Car of the Year 2026, after impressing judges with its range, efficiency and technology.

Leapmotor range extender technology could support Vauxhall, Citroen, Peugeot and Fiat

Leapmotor range extender technology could support Vauxhall, Citroen, Peugeot and Fiat

John Sootheran

Leapmotor range extender technology could be rolled out across other European brands within the Stellantis portfolio as the group looks to increase technology sharing and reduce barriers to electrification.

Leapmotor range extender technology could support Vauxhall, Citroen, Peugeot and Fiat

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John Sootheran

Leapmotor range extender technology could be rolled out across other European brands within the Stellantis portfolio as the group looks to increase technology sharing and reduce barriers to electrification.

Kia refreshes Niro with sharper design and updated cabin for 2026

Kia refreshes Niro with sharper design and updated cabin for 2026

John Sootheran

Kia has revealed a refreshed version of the Niro, giving the mid sized crossover a bolder exterior and a reworked interior while retaining its familiar hybrid, plug in hybrid and...

Kia refreshes Niro with sharper design and updated cabin for 2026

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John Sootheran

Kia has revealed a refreshed version of the Niro, giving the mid sized crossover a bolder exterior and a reworked interior while retaining its familiar hybrid, plug in hybrid and...

BYD expands UK range with SEALION 5 DM-i priced from £29,995

BYD expands UK range with SEALION 5 DM-i priced from £29,995

John Sootheran

The mid size SUV will start from £29,995 on the road and is available to order now, with first retailer arrivals from 7 February.

BYD expands UK range with SEALION 5 DM-i priced from £29,995

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John Sootheran

The mid size SUV will start from £29,995 on the road and is available to order now, with first retailer arrivals from 7 February.

OMODA&JAECOO launch approved used programme to support used EV confidence

OMODA&JAECOO launch approved used programme to support used EV confidence

John Sootheran

OMODA&JAECOO UK has launched OJ Approved, a new manufacturer backed used vehicle programme designed to strengthen customer confidence as the brands continue to expand across the UK market.

OMODA&JAECOO launch approved used programme to support used EV confidence

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John Sootheran

OMODA&JAECOO UK has launched OJ Approved, a new manufacturer backed used vehicle programme designed to strengthen customer confidence as the brands continue to expand across the UK market.

Tesla Model Y and Model 3 set the safety benchmark in Euro NCAP’s 2025 Best in Class results

Tesla Model Y and Model 3 set the safety benchmark in Euro NCAP’s 2025 Best in Class results

John Sootheran

Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 have emerged as two of the safest cars tested by Euro NCAP in 2025, reinforcing the brand’s position at the forefront of vehicle safety...

Tesla Model Y and Model 3 set the safety benchmark in Euro NCAP’s 2025 Best in Class results

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John Sootheran

Tesla’s Model Y and Model 3 have emerged as two of the safest cars tested by Euro NCAP in 2025, reinforcing the brand’s position at the forefront of vehicle safety...

New car fact frenzy: Chinese brands reshape the UK market

New car fact frenzy: Chinese brands reshape the UK market

John Sootheran

Chinese-owned manufacturers tightened their grip on the UK new car market in 2025, with year-end registration data revealing how quickly competitive dynamics are shifting, particularly for EVs and plug-in hybrids.

New car fact frenzy: Chinese brands reshape the UK market

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John Sootheran

Chinese-owned manufacturers tightened their grip on the UK new car market in 2025, with year-end registration data revealing how quickly competitive dynamics are shifting, particularly for EVs and plug-in hybrids.