Businesses are becoming more optimistic about the potential for car and van fleet growth, according to new research. The 2026 Arval Fleet and Mobility Observatory shows 33% are predicting a rise in vehicle numbers during the next three years – up from 28% in 2025. However, there has also been an increase in the percentage who believe their fleet size will … [Read more...]
Fleets’ concerned by “over the air” updates
“Concerning” over the air software updates that reduce the capabilities of company cars and vans are being questioned by the Association of Fleet Professionals. At the most recent meeting of the industry body’s Megafleets Committee – consisting of some of the UK’s largest car and van operators – the legality and ethics of downgrading vehicles already in … [Read more...]
Fleets call for delay to eVED plan
A delay to 2030 to coincide with the UK ban on internal combustion engined car sales is recommended by the Association of Fleet Professionals in its response to the government consultation on electronic Vehicle Excise Duty. The industry body says the planned 2028 introduction would impact heavily on adoption of electric cars and, in its current form, create … [Read more...]
Touchscreen controls are unsafe, say fleet operators
Cars with touchscreen controls are potentially more dangerous and fleets should consider removing from their choice lists on safety grounds, FleetCheck is warning. Touchscreen only systems have become more popular in recent years, particularly on BEV models, and this is distracting to drivers. The subject has been in the news this week with iPhone … [Read more...]
Privacy standard being worked on
An industry-wide initiative to strengthen data deletion practices in the used car and van sector is being backed by the Vehicle Remarketing Association. The new Data Deletion and Privacy Protection Certificate has been launched by the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) and developed with input from auction operators, compliance experts, and … [Read more...]
Real battery life revealed
In what’s being claimed to be the UK’s largest used battery electric vehicle study, the impact of age and mileage on the charging capacity of batteries has been revealed. Generational, a specialist in battery electric vehicle (BEV) battery condition diagnostics, tested more than 8,000 electric cars and light commercial vehicles (LCVs). It found that … [Read more...]
Arval safety video for all new EV drivers
A video designed to help first time electric company car drivers adapt to their new vehicle safely has been created by Arval UK. It highlights five key areas: adjusting to the quicker acceleration of electric cars; understanding how to use regenerative braking; considering the need for longer stopping distances; exercising additional caution due to the … [Read more...]
Octopus Fleet spreads its power tentacles
The UK’s shift to cheap, clean transport got a major boost with the launch of ‘Octopus Fleet’ – the one-stop shop for all businesses looking to electrify their fleet operations with ease. Whether businesses are just getting started with EVs or already going full throttle, Octopus Fleet offers the ultimate mix-and-match of smart solutions – from fleet … [Read more...]
FCA reportedly caving in to car makers over loans
Motorists hoping for big payouts for financial mis-selling by major car makers' associated arms look like losing out after all. Media reports this week indicated the Financial Conduct Authority has come down on the side of the car makers' finance providers and big banks to reject payments to customers. Under the plan said to be going through final stages … [Read more...]
Businesses leasing more EVs
Almost half (49.16%) of new cars, vans and trucks added to epyx’s 1link Service Network in December were battery electric vehicles (BEVs) – the highest percentage yet recorded. The company says the figure is a useful representation of current fleet acquisition, with the platform supporting service, maintenance and repair (SMR) management for 4.9 million UK … [Read more...]
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