As temperatures rise across the nation, van owners are being encouraged to be hyper-aware of leaving vehicles unattended with windows and roofs down. This comes as over 12,414 tool thefts were reported from a vehicle in 2024, which stands at almost half (49%) of overall tool theft in the UK. Mike Thompson, COO at Leasing Options has shared insight around … [Read more...]
23-million car owners in line for mis-sold finance
More than 23 million people expect to be win compensation for mis-sold car finance a new survey has found as Brits await a pivotal Supreme Court ruling that could release tens of billions in potential payouts. A new poll by law firm Slater & Gordon found that 45% of people believe they could be entitled to a payout over a car finance agreement taken out … [Read more...]
Newslines 8 July
In a landmark hearing, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency has seen a record-breaking fine imposed on a company with repeated overloading offences, following a hearing at Bristol Magistrates’ Court. Starling Distribution Services Limited was ordered to pay £759,000 after being convicted of overloading and defective vehicle offences for the fourth time. … [Read more...]
Manufacturers pouring money into registrations
Manufacturer and dealer incentives meant the UK’s new car market grew for the second consecutive month in June, as registrations rose 6.7% to 191,316 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It was the best June since 2019, helping lift first half performance 3.5% above the same period last year, although the market remains -17.9% … [Read more...]
More businesses fitting ev charge points for fleets
More than three out of four UK fleets (77%) either have an electric vehicle (EV) charging strategy in place or are planning to adopt one, according to new research. The 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet and Mobility Barometer looks at three types of charging provision – at home, using public infrastructure and at company premises –either being currently … [Read more...]
Fleet Expo moves to British Motor Museum
A move to the British Motor Museum in Gaydon has been announced for the third annual AFP Expo, being held on 10 September by the Association of Fleet Professionals. The event, sponsored by Ayvens, is designed to create opportunities for AFP members – plus their colleagues and peers from across the fleet sector – to network, learn and collaborate. In … [Read more...]
New Toyota Landcruiser Commercial will be finished in UK
The all-new Land Cruiser Commercial on sale from August will be a new halo model for the Toyota Professional range of light commercial vehicles. The new model is a factory conversion of the all-new Land Cruiser passenger car that was introduced to wide acclaim and high customer demand a year ago. It combines formidable all-terrain capabilities with a … [Read more...]
Slow charging delays EV adoption by fleets
Speed of charging is the top factor for fleets when choosing electric vehicles, according to the new Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. Research shows 69% name this consideration compared to efficiency measured in miles per kilowatt hour at 66% and range at 60%. John Peters, Head of Arval Mobility Observatory in the UK, said that the results reflected … [Read more...]
VRA announce speakers for AGM
The speaker line-up has been announced for the 3 July Annual General Meeting of the Vehicle Remarketing Association, at BCA Birmingham. An update on the state of the UK automotive retail sector, examining its resilience and new opportunities arising despite economic challenges, will be presented by Omar Mirza and Kevin Lamb of global automotive consultancy … [Read more...]
Ford lag behind industry EV targets for vans
Ford is the biggest laggard on tough government-mandated EV sales targets when it comes to the main players, new figures show. The UK’s biggest van seller showed electric light commercial sales so far this year reached 2443 units, equating to 5.4% of its 45,190 total and someway short of the 16% required by the ZEV mandate, according to figures from the … [Read more...]
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