Quality data and AI will become paramount for fleets in 2026, says Geotab
Fleets will come under growing pressure to integrate high-integrity data and AI into their core operations in the next year. Fleets that use AI-driven optimisation will be far better positioned to absorb rising costs and remain competitive The forecast comes from global connected vehicles specialist Geotab, which said that freight, logistics and service fleets will Read More
Queclink develops satellite-enabled tracking for uninterrupted fleet telematics
Queclink Wireless Solutions has debuted its first satellite-enabled vehicle tracker to ensure uninterrupted fleet telematics in remote and isolated locations. The satellite-enabled telematics device is designed to provide uninterrupted, real-time tracking The global provider of IoT devices and hardware says its new GV75MG SAT unit has been designed to operate in the harshest environments, where Read More
Andrea Bandinelli appointed CEO of Leasys
Kia to debut EV2 compact SUV in January
Kia has teased its EV2 electric crossover ahead of its debut at the Brussels Motor Show in January. The all-electric B-segment SUV, which was previewed by the Concept EV2 earlier this year, will debut at Kia’s stand on 9 January 2026 alongside the sporty and dynamic ‘GT’ versions of the EV3, the EV4 Hatchback and Read More
Zipcar to close UK car-sharing operations
Car-sharing giant Zipcar has announced plans to close its UK operation by the end of the year. Zipcar is the UK’s largest car sharing club and runs over 3,000 cars and vans, including 1,000 EVs in London The US-headquartered company, which is owned by car rental giant Avis Budget Group, will suspend new bookings after Read More
Andrea Bandinelli appointed CEO of Leasys
Andrea Bandinelli has joined Leasys as its new chief executive officer, bringing 25 years of experience in finance and investor relations. Andrea Bandinelli, Leasys Group CEO Bandinelli assumes the role at the Stellantis and Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility joint venture with immediate effect, and will continue Leasys’ mission to deliver innovative, sustainable mobility Read More
Ford E-Transit Custom gets range boost and AWD version
Ford is updating its E-Transit Custom to deliver improved driving range and charging times, while also debuting an all-wheel drive version. The new battery pack boosts E-Transit Custom range to 373km Launched in spring 2024 as the electric version of Europe’s bestselling van, the E-Transit Custom gains an upgraded battery pack that increases the useable Read More
Euro NCAP to get tough on ‘annoying’ ADAS tech for 2026 ratings
Euro NCAP is overhauling its testing and scoring procedures to clamp down on “annoying” driver assistance systems and to ensure crash-prevention systems are designed for real-world environments. The new rating methodology will centre around four key stages of safety The major update – the largest revision since the introduction of the overall rating system in Read More
Alphabet names new head of BPP channel
DKV Mobility expands UK fuel network with EG On The Move forecourts
DKV Mobility customers in the UK can now access EG On the Move forecourts, expanding the network further. Credit: EG On the Move Effective immediately, DKV Mobility customers have access to more than 150 EG On The Move stations across the country. EG On The Move operates modern forecourts that offer petrol refuelling, convenience retail, Read More