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EV charging demand outpaces infrastructure growth, ChargePoint report finds
ChargePoint says charging sessions on its network rose 34% in 2025, versus 16% growth in vehicles, highlighting pressure on fleet infrastructure. Its report covers higher-powered chargers, AI-enabled management, uptime and emerging vehicle-to-grid applications.
Putco adds six accessible Mercedes-Benz buses to South African fleet
Putco has received six Mercedes-Benz Low Entry buses, built with Marcopolo bodies, for its South African fleet. The universally accessible vehicles are designed to improve boarding and travel for disabled and mobility-impaired passengers, and are due to enter service shortly.
ADAS cuts crash losses despite higher repair costs, study finds
IIHS and HLDI research finds ADAS-equipped vehicles have higher claim severity but fewer crashes, reducing overall collision losses by about 5% and property-damage liability losses by nearly 30%. For fleets, parts shortages and calibration requirements can increase repair downtime.
AI speeds fleet analysis while keeping managers at the centre
Summit Fleet Leasing and Management says its AI Fleet Insights platform can accelerate analysis of costs, utilisation and operational exceptions. Managing director Darren Gore argues that experienced fleet managers remain essential to frame questions, validate results and apply insights to decisions.
Parkes uses fleet data and telematics to improve safety
Parkes Shire Council uses telematics, driver scorecards, trailer-braking data and near-miss reporting to reduce risky behaviour and improve fleet safety. Its programme includes retrofitting electronic braking systems and changing depot traffic flows based on evidence.
Peak Mobility launches predictive dispatching tool for electric bus fleets
Peak Mobility will debut Predictive Dispatching at InnoTrans 2026. The PEAK.DMS extension links vehicle assignment, charging and depot parking, forecasting state of charge across activity chains to support electric and mixed bus-fleet dispatching.
RoadFlex fuel data integration becomes available in FleetWave Store
FleetWave customers can now connect RoadFlex fuel-card transaction data directly to vehicle records, linking fuel spend with maintenance, compliance and fleet costs. The integration removes manual statement reconciliation and supports fraud detection and whole-life cost analysis.
Real-world PHEV emissions depend on charging and fleet management
Analysis of European and Australian evidence finds plug-in hybrid emissions and fuel use vary widely with charging access, vehicle controls and driver behaviour. It calls for easier electricity reimbursement, right-sized batteries and monitoring of real-world energy use in fleets.
Fleet platform adds risk-based replacement scenario planning
Railz Asset Management has developed a platform helping councils assess fleet replacement priorities using condition, criticality, maintenance costs and downtime, while comparing the financial and operational effects of different budget scenarios.
BYD Shark 6 recall exposes wider fleet downtime costs
A recall affecting about 32,009 BYD Shark 6 vehicles in Australia requires a 0.5-hour repair, but Fleet Auto News highlights the wider fleet workload, dealer capacity and vehicle downtime involved in completing the campaign.
Fatigue Science and Dot Transportation begin predictive fatigue pilot
Dot Transportation is piloting Fatigue Science’s Readi platform to predict driver fatigue risk before shifts and help supervisors plan interventions. The trial will assess how AI-generated fatigue insights can complement Samsara telematics and existing fleet safety processes.
CerebrumX expands OEM data coverage to Mercedes-Benz and Sprinter fleets
CerebrumX is adding Mercedes-Benz USA to its OEM network, extending consent-led embedded vehicle-data access to eligible Mercedes-Benz and Freightliner Sprinter fleets in the United States.
Diesel price surge improves payback case for renewable natural gas trucks
An updated Energy Vision report says higher diesel prices have shortened the payback period for renewable natural gas Class 8 trucks to 1.3–2.8 years, although limited vehicle supply and fuelling infrastructure could constrain fleet adoption.
Fleet Forward adds one-day passes for 2026 conference
Fleet Forward Conference will offer one-day passes for its 20–22 October 2026 event at National Harbor, Maryland, enabling fleet professionals to attend selected programming on AI, safety, electrification and fleet strategy.
Lytx launches 360 Hub Kit for expanded fleet camera visibility
Lytx has launched a connected hub and HD auxiliary camera system supporting up to eight views around fleet vehicles. The LTE-enabled kit integrates footage in Lytx Cloud, with AI-powered pedestrian, object and blind-spot detection planned for winter 2026.
3rd Eye launches AI camera platform for municipal fleet operations
3rd Eye and City Detect have launched Connected City, an AI-powered camera and dashboard platform for municipal fleets. It uses refuse trucks to capture and analyse street-level conditions, helping US cities identify debris, graffiti, infrastructure issues and other community needs.
Coach group expands Microlise compliance technology across 16 operators
The Coach Travel Group is using Microlise compliance platforms across 16 UK operators, more than 500 vehicles and 1,000 drivers. Shared live data, dashboards and reporting are intended to improve oversight while operators retain day-to-day fleet responsibility.
Hyundai Australia launches novated leasing product for EV buyers
Hyundai Australia has launched a Hyundai Novated Lease product powered by Smart and introduced dedicated offers on selected EVs. The move reflects the growing importance of novated leasing in Australia’s electric-car market and gives dealers another route to fleet and salary-packaged customers.
FleetPartners takeover contest narrows to SG Fleet, ORIX and Sumitomo
SG Fleet, ORIX and the Sumitomo Consortium have submitted higher indicative offers for Australian fleet manager FleetPartners, while Element Fleet Management withdrew. The three remaining bidders will enter a further due-diligence phase.
MiTAC to showcase 5G fleet telematics at IAA Transportation 2026
MiTAC will showcase 5G dashcams, rugged vehicle tablets and its VisionMax and RouteComplete fleet platforms at IAA Transportation in Hannover. The offering combines AI driver monitoring, multi-camera coverage, cloud video telematics and open APIs for telematics service providers.
DingGo launches AI platform for motor claims and fleet cost control
DingGo has launched MotorClaimPro, an AI-powered platform for insurers, claims administrators and large fleets. It manages third-party claims, automates liability and document workflows, tracks cost leakage and integrates with existing claims and accounting systems.
Ausgrid deploys electric truck for mobile fleet maintenance
Ausgrid has introduced a mobile mechanic service using an electric truck to maintain heavy vehicles on site, reducing workshop transfers, downtime and associated costs. The initiative supports the utility’s wider fleet electrification strategy.
Mitsubishi confirms Australian specifications for returning Pajero
Mitsubishi will return the Pajero to Australian showrooms in December 2026. The body-on-frame four-wheel drive offers five- or seven-seat configurations, a 3.5-tonne towing capacity, diesel power, low-range 4WD and a comprehensive active-safety package for fleet applications.
Blacktown Council uses telematics to drive fleet replacement decisions
Blacktown City Council is using telematics data on utilisation, downtime and driver behaviour to decide when vehicles should be replaced, retained or redeployed, moving away from fixed age-based cycles.
Jaecoo expands Australian J7 range with petrol and plug-in hybrid models
Jaecoo is expanding its Australian J7 range with a petrol AWD variant and three plug-in hybrids offering up to 100km of electric range. The MY27 models target fleet flexibility, with deliveries scheduled from September and October.
Samsara launches Driver Perks rewards programme for US fleet drivers
Samsara has launched Driver Perks, a free rewards programme offering professional drivers discounts from more than 50 brands. Initially available in the US, the service is intended to help corporate fleets recruit and retain drivers with minimal administration.
EV Realty appoints Henrik Holland president to expand fleet charging
EV Realty has appointed Henrik Holland president as it expands its heavy-truck charging business and develops its Powered Properties platform for autonomous and other fleet depots. The company has secured nearly 50MW of grid capacity and plans a new California facility.
TMC and SureCam launch privacy-focused mileage and video fleet system
TMC and SureCam have launched MilesSecure, combining HMRC-ready business-mileage capture with on-demand dashcam video for company cars and grey fleets. The system deletes personal-trip locations and provides collision evidence without driver-behaviour alerts or in-vehicle audio and video capture.
Fleetio launches AI Service Advisor for fleet maintenance
Fleetio has made its AI Service Advisor generally available, automating maintenance triage, work-order drafting, low-risk approvals and follow-up. The company says the tool helped fleets return vehicles to service 2.5 hours sooner per repair during its open beta.
Finalists named for 2026 Australian Novated Lease Car of the Year
Fleet News Group has named the BYD Sealion 7, Tesla Model Y and Zeekr 7X as finalists for its 2026 Novated Lease Car of the Year. NALSPA member data covering more than 200,000 salary-packaged vehicles indicates growing demand for battery-electric SUVs.
Ford Australia introduces seven-year unlimited-kilometre warranty
Ford Australia will offer a conditional seven-year, unlimited-kilometre warranty on eligible new and demonstrator vehicles delivered from 1 September 2026. Fleet operators must use scheduled Ford dealer servicing to retain coverage, potentially affecting maintenance costs, vehicle replacement cycles and residual values.
FleetGuru.ai expands digital maintenance platform for fleet managers
FleetGuru.ai is expanding its digital maintenance platform to fleet managers, connecting workshops, fleet management companies and customers. The platform supports work orders, approvals, payments and service bookings, with AI and machine learning used for automation, benchmarking and quote analysis.
Parkes council uses whole-life costs to guide fleet procurement
Parkes Shire Council uses operating data, cost-per-kilometre analysis and documented financial tests to guide truck purchasing, repairs, replacements and disposals. Its process includes monitoring utilisation, maintenance, recoveries and resale values throughout each asset’s life.
Avanza selects GMV for connected bus-fleet technology in Málaga and Marbella
Avanza will deploy more than 200 GMV DTD205 onboard platforms across its Málaga and Marbella bus fleets. The 5G-enabled hardware integrates ticketing, CAD/AVL, passenger information and vehicle systems, supported by GMV’s scalable Deepsy software and enhanced GNSS positioning.
ATRI research identifies high-value telematics metrics for trucking fleets
ATRI research identifies the telematics metrics motor carriers value most for safety, operations and maintenance. Cost per mile ranked highest in operations, while critical events, speeding, risky driving and hard braking were the most widely adopted safety measures.
US diesel prices reach record high, increasing pressure on trucking fleets
US average retail diesel prices reached $5.97 a gallon on 9 September, exceeding the previous 2022 record. California prices approached $8, as refinery constraints, supply disruptions and geopolitical tensions increased fuel-cost pressure on trucking fleets.
Connex2X develops AI guidance to help truck drivers respond to alerts
Connex2X is developing conversational AI and connected workflows that turn truck diagnostics, crash alerts and vehicle data into actionable driver guidance, including incident-response prompts and vehicle-specific routing.
Smith System launches driver risk management programme for fleets
Smith System has launched a commercial-fleet programme combining telematics, camera and training data with driver monitoring, targeted coaching and follow-up analytics to address risky behaviour and measure improvement.
Study assesses HVO100 diesel performance and fleet transition considerations
A 2026 engine study found HVO100 broadly comparable with B7 diesel, with slightly lower fuel consumption and nitrogen oxide emissions in most tested conditions. The article outlines EN 15940 compliance, feedstock sustainability, supply constraints and fleet transition requirements.
Ford outlines broader Australian product and fleet strategy through 2030
Ford Australia aims to cover more than 60% of the new-vehicle market within three years, with a broader range of powertrains and models, including the electric Transit City van, plus the rollout of Ford Pro and enhanced aftersales support.
Motive expands AI tools for fleet and physical operations
An ABI Research report examines Motive’s Atlas assistant, Automations and Operations Intelligence updates, which combine telematics data, AI and computer vision to support safety monitoring, dispatch, maintenance and other operational workflows.
Holman takes full ownership of Mexico fleet-management business ARIZA
Holman has acquired Corporacion Zapata’s 50% stake in ARIZA, its former Mexican joint venture, bringing the 30-year fleet-leasing and management business fully under the Holman brand and expanding cross-border services for North American fleets.
New York and New Jersey ports launch $45m electric truck incentives
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is launching $45m in incentives for zero-emission drayage trucks, yard tractors and charging equipment. Calstart will administer the programmes, including up to $39m in vehicle and charger vouchers and $5m for five charging hubs.
Fleet industry faces a talent pipeline challenge
Fleet professionals say the industry must broaden recruitment, strengthen links with educational institutions and provide clearer development paths to attract younger workers. They also advocate hiring for leadership potential and training candidates in fleet-specific skills.
ZF Aftermarket links vehicle data and diagnostics to speed repairs
ZF Aftermarket is demonstrating integrated digital workflows linking remote vehicle data, diagnostics, workshop operations and parts procurement. Its solutions enable remote fault diagnosis, digital service scheduling and data-led parts ordering for fleets and workshops.
Netherlands to levy employers on private use of combustion company cars
From 2027, Dutch employers will pay a 12% levy on combustion-engine company cars used privately or for commuting. The measure covers petrol, diesel, LPG and hybrid vehicles, while fully electric and hydrogen cars are exempt.
Romania’s ISCTR controls: what road transport operators must know
A practical guide explains Romania’s ISCTR roadside and premises inspections, document checks, vehicle immobilisation exceptions, fines under HG 69/2012 and the 15-day deadline for challenging a contravention notice.
Toyota approves HVO100 for diesel HiLux models from 2015
Toyota Australia says diesel HiLux models built from mid-2015 can use 100% hydrotreated vegetable oil. The move could help Australian fleets reduce lifecycle emissions without replacing existing vehicles, particularly in regional and remote operations.
Ausgrid details digital histories for 1,600 fleet vehicles and plant assets
Ausgrid uses SAP, digital maintenance records, fleet data and Power BI dashboards to track about 1,600 vehicles and 700 items of plant from purchase to disposal. Automated checks identify anomalies such as fuel transactions exceeding tank capacity.