Europcar BYD Seal hybrid

Europcar adds BYD hybrids to its hire fleet

John Sootheran

Europcar Mobility Group UK has added the BYD Seal U DM-i Plug-in Hybrid SUV to its fleet, offering an electric-only range of 78 miles and a total range of up...

Europcar adds BYD hybrids to its hire fleet

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John Sootheran

Europcar Mobility Group UK has added the BYD Seal U DM-i Plug-in Hybrid SUV to its fleet, offering an electric-only range of 78 miles and a total range of up...

Trusted Products Giveaway - nominate your go-to EV product and win.

Trusted Products Giveaway - nominate your go-to EV product and win.

ian richardson

Nominate your go-to EV products and give Trusted Products a follow and you could win a £50 Amazon Gift Card - awarded to one individual from the LinkedIn comments section,...

Trusted Products Giveaway - nominate your go-to EV product and win.

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ian richardson

Nominate your go-to EV products and give Trusted Products a follow and you could win a £50 Amazon Gift Card - awarded to one individual from the LinkedIn comments section,...

Trakm8 RH600 video telematics

Kent cab and courier firm selects Trakm8 video telematics, here's why

John Sootheran

Express Cabs & Couriers Ltd has chosen Trakm8 to supply advanced video telematics across its 183-vehicle fleet. The Kent-based operator, which has served the region for over 30 years, adopted...

Kent cab and courier firm selects Trakm8 video telematics, here's why

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John Sootheran

Express Cabs & Couriers Ltd has chosen Trakm8 to supply advanced video telematics across its 183-vehicle fleet. The Kent-based operator, which has served the region for over 30 years, adopted...

What are the 100 most-trusted brands in fleet? – 360 Media Group

What are the 100 most-trusted brands in fleet? – 360 Media Group

John Sootheran

We asked 400 fleet managers which suppliers they trust most, and how that trust affects buying decisions. Their feedback has shaped the Spring 2025 edition of 100 Trusted Brands in...

What are the 100 most-trusted brands in fleet? – 360 Media Group

Analysis
John Sootheran

We asked 400 fleet managers which suppliers they trust most, and how that trust affects buying decisions. Their feedback has shaped the Spring 2025 edition of 100 Trusted Brands in...

Latest Automotive Sales Figures

Latest Automotive Sales Figures

John Sootheran

A quick round-up of SMMT data reveals the latest (May 2025) sales figures in the automotive sector.

Latest Automotive Sales Figures

Analysis
John Sootheran

A quick round-up of SMMT data reveals the latest (May 2025) sales figures in the automotive sector.

Toyota offers zingy Aygo X Crossover with hybrid power

Toyota offers zingy Aygo X Crossover with hybrid power

John Sootheran

Toyota has revealed its most advanced Aygo X yet – and for the first time, it’s going hybrid. Set to hit UK roads by the end of 2025, the new...

Toyota offers zingy Aygo X Crossover with hybrid power

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John Sootheran

Toyota has revealed its most advanced Aygo X yet – and for the first time, it’s going hybrid. Set to hit UK roads by the end of 2025, the new...

New Car Review: BYD Dolphin Surf

New Car Review: BYD Dolphin Surf

John Sootheran

The BYD Dolphin Surf is an affordable electric hatchback that slots between the city-focused Dacia Spring and more refined options like the Renault 5 or Citroën ë-C3. It’s larger than...

New Car Review: BYD Dolphin Surf

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John Sootheran

The BYD Dolphin Surf is an affordable electric hatchback that slots between the city-focused Dacia Spring and more refined options like the Renault 5 or Citroën ë-C3. It’s larger than...

87% of professional drivers have driven tired

87% of professional drivers have driven tired

John Sootheran

A Uswitch survey has found that 87% of professional drivers in the UK admit to driving while tired, despite 94% understanding the dangers, such as slower reaction times and impaired...

87% of professional drivers have driven tired

Analysis
John Sootheran

A Uswitch survey has found that 87% of professional drivers in the UK admit to driving while tired, despite 94% understanding the dangers, such as slower reaction times and impaired...

Company drivers missing out on First-Aid training – employers risk prosecution

Company drivers missing out on First-Aid training – employers risk prosecution

John Sootheran

A new campaign warns that employers may face legal action if they fail to provide first aid training for staff who drive for work. The Driving Down Inequality initiative by...

Company drivers missing out on First-Aid training – employers risk prosecution

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John Sootheran

A new campaign warns that employers may face legal action if they fail to provide first aid training for staff who drive for work. The Driving Down Inequality initiative by...

Hidden diabetes risk among commercial drivers

Hidden diabetes risk among commercial drivers

John Sootheran

A new report has raised alarm over a growing diabetes risk among commercial drivers, warning of serious implications for road safety and supply chain stability. Titled Hiding in Plain Sight:...

Hidden diabetes risk among commercial drivers

Analysis
John Sootheran

A new report has raised alarm over a growing diabetes risk among commercial drivers, warning of serious implications for road safety and supply chain stability. Titled Hiding in Plain Sight:...

Haulier adds 24 Electric HGVs to fleet in sustainability push

Haulier adds 24 Electric HGVs to fleet in sustainability push

John Sootheran

Haulage firm, Wincanton, is adding 24 electric HGVs to its fleet this summer as part of its commitment to cutting emissions from heavy logistics. Supplied by DAF, Volvo and Renault,...

Haulier adds 24 Electric HGVs to fleet in sustainability push

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John Sootheran

Haulage firm, Wincanton, is adding 24 electric HGVs to its fleet this summer as part of its commitment to cutting emissions from heavy logistics. Supplied by DAF, Volvo and Renault,...

Warrantywise names UK's most-reliable superminis

Warrantywise names UK's most-reliable superminis

John Sootheran

Warrantywise has published its latest Reliability Index, revealing the most dependable used superminis in the UK. Topping the list are the Toyota Aygo and Suzuki Swift, each scoring 88.6 out...

Warrantywise names UK's most-reliable superminis

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John Sootheran

Warrantywise has published its latest Reliability Index, revealing the most dependable used superminis in the UK. Topping the list are the Toyota Aygo and Suzuki Swift, each scoring 88.6 out...

'Fleet Driver of the Year' wins £10,000, thanks to Lightfoot

'Fleet Driver of the Year' wins £10,000, thanks to Lightfoot

John Sootheran

Pearce Crossley, a field engineer at Dalkia UK (Facilities), has been crowned Lightfoot’s Fleet Driver of the Year, taking home a record £10,000 cash prize – the largest ever awarded...

'Fleet Driver of the Year' wins £10,000, thanks to Lightfoot

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John Sootheran

Pearce Crossley, a field engineer at Dalkia UK (Facilities), has been crowned Lightfoot’s Fleet Driver of the Year, taking home a record £10,000 cash prize – the largest ever awarded...

Used-EV prices drop below ICE equivalents

Used-EV prices drop below ICE equivalents

John Sootheran

Used electric vehicle prices have now dipped below those of comparable petrol and diesel cars, as demand patterns shift across the used car market. According to Auto Trader, demand for...

Used-EV prices drop below ICE equivalents

Analysis
John Sootheran

Used electric vehicle prices have now dipped below those of comparable petrol and diesel cars, as demand patterns shift across the used car market. According to Auto Trader, demand for...

Union halts Asda's driver-facing-cameras plans

Union halts Asda's driver-facing-cameras plans

John Sootheran

Asda, the supermarket chain, has 'indefinitely halted' its plans to install driver-facing cameras in its delivery vans following strong objections from the GMB union. The supermarket had intended to use...

Union halts Asda's driver-facing-cameras plans

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John Sootheran

Asda, the supermarket chain, has 'indefinitely halted' its plans to install driver-facing cameras in its delivery vans following strong objections from the GMB union. The supermarket had intended to use...

Where the ZEV are we now?

Where the ZEV are we now?

John Sootheran

The UK Government has reaffirmed its plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, while allowing hybrid vehicles to remain on sale until 2035. This...

Where the ZEV are we now?

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John Sootheran

The UK Government has reaffirmed its plan to ban the sale of new petrol and diesel cars by 2030, while allowing hybrid vehicles to remain on sale until 2035. This...