Natalie Middleton
New Fleet Manager app opens up Trakm8 Prime to larger fleets
Trakm8 has launched a new Fleet Manager app to facilitate the growing numbers of larger fleets looking to use its Trakm8 Prime plug-and-play solution.
AA puts emergency hydrogen refuelling van to test
The AA has successfully trialled a new solution that could be used in the future to provide refuelling back-up for drivers of hydrogen cars.
BMW and Daimler join forces for automated driving
BMW Group and Daimler are to jointly develop technologies for driver assistance systems and semi-autonomous driving – with the first technologies to be widely available by … Read More »
Majority of drivers unaware of what a clean air zone is
Nearly six in 10 (57%) of drivers don’t know what a clean air or ultra-low emission zone actually is despite the fact that there’s just weeks … Read More »
Fuel card functionality on BPme payment app scores highly with fleets
BP fuel card customers have reported significant time-saving and accuracy benefits for refuelling after the BPme fuel payment app became compatible with fuel cards.
The Deritend Group renews CBVC fleet deal
The Deritend Group has signed a new four-year fleet management agreement with CBVC Vehicle Management, building on the firms’ existing 17-year relationship.
UK car production falls 18.2% in January
British car production plummeted 18.2% in January, marking the eighth month running of decline and prompting the UK auto industry to say again that a no-deal … Read More »
Plans for charging clean air zone in Greater Manchester confirmed
Greater Manchester has confirmed its plans to deploy a charging clean air zone from 2021, bringing burdens for local businesses including van fleets.
Tarraco, G-Class and CR-V scoop five-star safety ratings
Euro NCAP has published its first test results for 2019, which saw five-star ratings for the Seat Tarraco, Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Honda CR-V SUVs.
New labelling rules will help prevent misfuels, says DfT
New EU-wide fuelling labels are to be rolled out in the UK under plans to help motorists identify the right fuel and tell them the biofuel … Read More »
Hertz signs up Autoglass
Hertz has named Autoglass as its preferred supplier for glass repairs and replacements.
SG Fleet awards three-year sole supply tyre deal to Kwik Fit
SG Fleet Group customers are to benefit from a new one-stop shop service for tyres and associated products under a three-year sole supply deal with Kwik … Read More »
Brake seminar to cover fatigue management for fleets
Brake is to run a seminar advising fleets on the issue of driver fatigue and how to deal with it.
Top fleet and leasing firms honoured in 2019 Experteye awards
Leading fleet and automotive firms – including Fleet Alliance, BMW and Škoda – have been recognised for their work at the 2019 Experteye awards.
CalAmp acquires Tracker for £10m
Technology solutions specialist CalAmp has acquired Tracker for around US$13m (£10m) as it expands its global portfolio for connected vehicle and asset tracking solutions.
G3 to switch whole fleet to ULEVs by 2020
Vehicle auction specialist G3 Remarketing has committed to moving its entire inhouse fleet over to Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs) by the end of the year.
Rising grey fleet driver numbers pose compliance risk
The increasing number of grey fleet drivers on the roads makes the need for appropriate policies and procedures of paramount importance for fleets, according to Licence … Read More »
Chevin updates FleetWave software
Chevin Fleet Solutions has released the second stage of changes to both Enterprise and SME versions of its fleet management software, FleetWave.
Ford partnership with what3words to bring precise navigation by voice
Ford drivers in Europe and North America are now able to use what3words location technology to provide precise voice-activated navigation through Ford’s SYNC3 infotainment platform.
Honda announces pricing and spec for HR-V Sport
Honda has revealed pricing and specifications for the Sport version of its HR-V SUV.
2020 Volvo XC90 cuts fuel costs 15% with mild hybrid
Volvo has updated the XC90 with revisions including new active safety technology and the introduction of a mild hybrid system.
2032 too soon to ban petrol and diesel cars, say two-thirds of UK dealers
Two-thirds (66%) of car dealers believe MPs’ proposals to ban petrol and diesel cars by 2032 will be too early, new research finds.
Škoda scores place on CCS framework
Škoda has been awarded a place on the new vehicle purchase framework from the Crown Commercial Service (CCS).
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
Natalie Middleton finds there’s rather a lot of safety kit on our long-term Civic. One of the over-riding first – and ongoing – impressions on our … Read More »
European auto industry expresses concerns over new vehicle safety measures
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has responded to yesterday’s (21 February) vote on new vehicle safety equipment, broadly welcoming the move but expressing concerns over … Read More »
BMW and Daimler invest more than €1bn in mobility JVs
BMW Group and Daimler AG have announced they’re investing more than €1bn in their joint mobility services provider as they outline further details of the five … Read More »
