Natalie Middleton
Drivers resorting to mobiles for navigation
Almost half (46%) of drivers who admitted to using a mobile phone behind the wheel say they did so for navigation purposes, new research suggests.
Prices for Toyota Camry hybrid saloon announced
Toyota has revealed pricing for its Camry hybrid saloon, which returns to the UK this summer as an indirect replacement to the Avensis, priced from £29,995.
New AI technology helps speed up defleet inspection process
ADESA has introduced new Artificial Intelligence technology that can automatically assess vehicle damage to enable end-of-contract vehicles to be remarketed prior to being defleeted.
Moody’s cuts global carmakers’ outlook to negative as Brexit weighs in
Rating agency Moody’s has downgraded its outlook on the global auto industry from stable to negative due to political challenges such as US tariffs and a … Read More »
All-new app brings robust vehicle checks
FleetCheck is introducing an all-new version of its Vehicle Inspection App, believed to be the “most robust, simple-to-use and effective electronic method” for vehicle checks.
Highways England drives EV ambitions with major new chargepoint contract
Highways England has signed a £2.8m charging point contract that will see more than 50 electric vehicle charging points being installed across the country within the … Read More »
Fleet industry heroes recognised at BVRLA Annual Dinner
The BVRLA has announced the winners of its 2019 awards, which were presented last night at its annual gala dinner including the first-ever Freddie Aldous Lifetime … Read More »
ARI funding solutions axe mileage limits and damage charges
ARI Fleet UK has launched new funding solutions that enable customers to source vehicles with no mileage limits, or end-of-life damage charges.
One in four drivers still using ‘red X’ lanes
Drivers are still not getting the message on how to use smart motorways safely, with nearly one in four (23%) flouting ‘red X’ lane closure warnings, … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
GeniePoint charging network rolls out in Home Counties
New PAYG rapid chargers are being deployed across the Home Counties as part of ongoing UK expansion of the GeniePoint network.
Ambulance service cuts accident claims with SmartCam system
A major supplier of ambulance and courier services to the NHS is using dashcam footage from Crystal Ball’s SmartCam system to help drive its road risk … Read More »
FSGB introduces bespoke dashboards for clients
Fleet management specialist Fleet Service Great Britain has launched new intelligent integrated dashboards to enable clients to access every single aspect of data on their fleet … Read More »
Jaguar Land Rover diesels well below emissions limits, new tests find
Tests on three Jaguar Land Rover models have shown the diesel engines used are meeting and beating Euro 6 emissions limits ahead of schedule.
New auction service could help increase sale prices and conversion rates
Aston Barclay has launched a new refurbishment service that could increase vendor bid volumes, a car’s sale price as well as improve conversion rates.
Connected cars and grey fleet drivers under spotlight at Brake conference
Brake has announced the agenda for May’s UK Fleet Safety Conference, which will highlight the importance of prioritising fleet safety, including on areas including driver mental … Read More »
Volkswagen Touareg gets range-topping petrol
Volkswagen has added a new flagship model to the Touareg range in the form of a 340hp 3.0 V6 TSI.
Evolution in leasing company remarketing under focus at VRA
The latest developments in leasing company remarketing are to come under the spotlight at the Vehicle Remarketing Association’s next meeting.
Mazda reveals Qashqai-rivalling CX-30
Mazda has debuted its CX-30 compact crossover at Geneva, ahead of its global launch later this year.
Half of UK garages think parts and labour prices will rise post-Brexit
More than half (51.4%) of UK garages believe parts prices will rise after Brexit, and more than two-fifths (42.3%) expect Brexit to impact parts availability in … Read More »
Legal & General buys stake in Pod Point
Legal & General has bought a c.13% stake in EV charging specialist Pod Point in line with its focus on sustainability.
Cars escape Bath clean air zone charges but vans still face burden
The city of Bath is to implement a Class C charging clean air zone that will exempt cars but not vans from charges for non-compliant vehicles.
Consultation could help keep roads pothole-free for longer
The Department for Transport has launched a consultation that could lead to utility companies having to guarantee their road repairs for up to five years – … Read More »
Order books open for Volkswagen T-Cross SUV
Volkswagen has opened order books for the wider T-Cross range, with pricing starting from £16,995 OTR.
PCH growth may be a bubble that bursts
The growth of personal leasing may just be a short-term trend that will see drivers returning to conventional company cars.
Growth in PCH helps offset falling business contract hire
Rising demand for personal contract hire is helping to offset declines in business leasing, including business contract hire.
Q&A: Brake’s new Global Fleet Champions campaign and what it brings for fleets
Last month saw Brake launch a new free-to-join Global Fleet Champions campaign. Sarah Plumb, senior fleet officer, tells Fleet World how the new initiative enables fleets … Read More »