AFP and BVLRA combine to stage fleet Salsac course
13 January 2025
Online course kicks off programme of joint intiatiives.
AFP to make members’ expertise available to fleet managers
1 October 2024
New service launched to meet demand for fleet management advice.
Government could take five ‘easy wins’ on EVs – AFP
25 July 2024
Measures would boost fleet sector at little or no cost.
AFP adds to calls for fleet support by next Government
29 May 2024
The Association of Fleet Professionals has added its voice to the views as to what the next Government should be doing for the automotive industry following the General Election.
ZEV and new brands among fleet manager concerns
16 May 2024
The Zero Emissions Vehicle Mandate, new manufacturer entrants, controlling insurance costs and skills shortages top the issues facing fleets over the next 12 months.
Public charging cost slowing fleet EV adoption
14 May 2024
The cost of using public charging facilities is pricing some fleets out of transitioning to electric vehicles, according to industry body the Association of Fleet Professionals’.
Speakers confirmed for AFP’s 2024 conference
7 May 2024
The day is built around four panel sessions. The first is called New Manufacturer Entrants for 2024-2026. Moderated by AFP board member James Pestell, it will feature Jeanette Griggs of
Shared charging plans make progress
17 April 2024
Fleets involved have a range of different ideas and propositions. Some want to arrange reciprocal charging with others on a national basis, some have chargers and would like to offer
Agency model leading to poorer fleet deliveries
20 March 2024
AFP is hearing from a number of members that there has been a noticeable fall in delivery standards for manufacturers that have switched to agency, with the perception being that
Fleets asked to choose conference issues
18 March 2024
Subjects covered have been nominated by AFP fleet managers and include new manufacturer entrants to the fleet sector, EV deployment in action, decarbonisation beyond electric vehicles, meeting challenges with costs
Public sector charging facilities should be opened up
12 March 2024
Some central and local government fleets are investing heavily in infrastructure to support their electric vehicles (EVs), and these could be made available in areas where private companies were having
Better range labelling on e-vans critical to adoption
14 February 2024
WLTP labelling for vans needs to cover not just a load-free vehicle in warm conditions but a variety of payload and weather variations. Ideally, we’d end up with a grid
Claim rates are key to controlling EV premiums
7 February 2024
The fleet view is often that insurers don’t like EVs because they tend to be expensive to buy, that parts are often in short supply, and that the electrical, mechanical
AFP unveils 2024 training programme
4 January 2024
The AFP is an Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) Centre and its Fleet Vehicle Management courses at Strategic and Advanced levels are accredited, so the organiation can support its
Fleets entering tougher period of electrification
7 December 2023
When it comes to electrification, so far fleets have largely been picking low hanging fruit in large quantities. That means switching company car drivers with space for their own off-road
Committee aims to break down barriers in fleet workplace
27 November 2023
The Diversity and Leadership Committee’s aims include creating guidance and promoting best practice for AFP members and the wider fleet community, providing a safe space to explore difficult topics, shaping
Autumn Statement – a deeper dive
23 November 2023
Making the full expensing capital allowance tax scheme, introduced in the last Budget, permanent certainly comes as welcome news, helping to support many fleets’ bottom line, along with the transition
Roundtable to cover range of fleet issues
14 November 2023
Topics under discussion will include How to Reduce the Commercial Impact of Vehicle Off-road Times; The Effects and Implications of the 2035 EV Deadline Delay; EV Chargers and Recharging Challenges;
New foundation course created by AFP Fleet Academy
2 November 2023
Two-day trainer-led course covers topics including fleet sector roles and responsibilities, opportunities and challenges; supporting customers and other stakeholders; core elements of fleet administration including compliance; understanding key terms and
AFP introduces mentoring service
24 October 2023
Mentoring options created by the AFP include the fleet operator open forum, a quarterly online relaxed discussion designed to enable members to talk about issues they are facing, and hear
