Dangerous gaps have appeared in the fleet market’s road to zero, with some sectors accelerating towards the petrol and diesel phase-out and others stuck at a red signal, according to the UK trade body for companies engaged in vehicle rental, leasing and fleet management.

The new light commercial vehicle market saw its second-best August on record with 20,582 registrations, according to the latest figures released this week by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

Car buyers are continuing to turn their backs on diesel in favour of hybrid and electric vehicles, according to a new analysis of online used car sales.

Mini UK has announced a new partnership with the UK’s oldest safari park: Longleat.