Toyota launches zero tailpipe emissions* logistics with fuel cell trucks

The decarbonisation of Toyota’s operations continues with the launch of heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell trucks on the company’s European logistics routes. The vehicles, built by VDL Groep and equipped with Toyota fuel cell modules, are being used to transport parts…

Leeds City Council adopts electric RCVs from Faun Zoeller

Leeds City Council purchased three brand-new, all-electric Mercedes-Benz eEconic chassis with Faun Zoeller UK 22 m³ Variopress compactor bodies and Rotary 3 bin lifts.   In 2019, the UK government declared a climate emergency, underscoring the need for immediate action worldwide.…

Veolia celebrates eight-year extension as Camden Council’s recycling and waste partner with electric vehicle unveiling

Veolia has secured an eight-year extension to its recycling and waste contract with Camden Council starting from April 2025. In the first month of the extended contract, ten new electric vehicles have already taken to the streets of the borough.…

Fleet Vision International Spring 2025, issue 20, has been published!

Five years, 20 issues; read your copy now. You can do so here. What can you expect in this issue? Lead feature: Evolving with the market Bucher Municipal launches the upgraded CityCat V20 and CityCat VS20 compact sweepers. FVI –…

Hydrogen diggers gain clearance to use UK roads

JCB has celebrated a significant government decision that allows hydrogen-powered diggers to be driven on UK roads. Lilian Greenwood MP, the Minister for the Future of Roads, has signed a statutory instrument permitting hydrogen-fueled construction and agricultural machinery to use…

Richmond Council’s bold action on air quality wins top award from Fleet Vision International

Richmond Council was awarded the coveted ‘Air Quality Strategy of the Year’ at the Fleet Vision International Awards, held on April 3 at the Banking Hall in London. The award recognises its innovative work to tackle air pollution and improve…

Scarab to clean all of London’s boroughs in 24 hours in ONE GIANT SWEEP for charity

Scarab Sweepers is embarking on a 24-hour charity fundraiser using its electric sweeper, the RAVO E2, to cover all 32 of London’s boroughs. Since its launch in the Autumn of 2024, the all-electric RAVO E2 has been on demonstration across…

JCB’s hydrogen combustion engine has been approved for use

JCB has cleared significant hurdles in developing the world’s first hydrogen combustion engine after securing landmark rulings from licensing authorities, allowing it to be used commercially in machines. JCB is the first construction equipment company to develop a fully working…

Electric vision in Dundee

Dundee City Council has created world-class charging hubs for public and private use. FVI Editor Ann-Marie Knegt travelled to Dundee for the launch of the new Urban Fox retractable charging point and spoke to Dundee’s Corporate Fleet and Infrastructure Manager…

Fleet Vision International and the International Association of Transportation Regulators (IATR) announce new partnership

Fleet Vision International—THE SHOW, the leading B2B trade event aimed at fleet and transport managers hosted by the City of London Corporation, and IATR, a non-profit association of government transportation officials and leaders in sustainable and safe mobility, have announced…