Natalie Middleton
Vauxhall announces pricing for Vivaro Life
Vauxhall has announced pricing details for its Vivaro Life MPV, which arrives late summer ahead of an electric version in 2021.
Drink-drive fatalities reach eight-year high
The number of drink-drive fatalities reached an eight-year high in 2017, leading to renewed calls for a zero-tolerance drink-drive limit, increased education on the risks of … Read More »
Mayor of London proposes £25m ULEZ car scrappage fund
The Mayor of London has announced plans for a £25m car scrappage fund that would run alongside the previously announced van scheme to help make Londoners … Read More »
MaaS Investment Fund plans take shape
Local authorities and public/private transport operators are being invited to sign up to two consultation workshops that will help shape the Scottish Government’s Mobility as a … Read More »
Used car market stable despite uncertainty
The used car market is following normal seasonal patterns despite uncertainty in the economy as a whole, according to Manheim parent Cox Automotive.
LeasePlan results see 4.4% rise in serviced fleet
LeasePlan has reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2018 results, which saw its global serviced fleet rise 4.4% while its net result was up for Q4 … Read More »
Ford warns of UK exit if ‘catastrophic’ no-deal Brexit goes ahead
Ford is said to be ramping up plans to ship production out of the UK in the event of a no-deal Brexit.
UK used car market down in 2018 but diesel and ULEV demand rises
The used car market fell 2.1% in 2018 but demand for ultra low emission vehicles was up while diesels remained popular.
Volvo provides added SME support with Virtual Sales Team
Volvo Car UK has launched a Virtual Sales Team to bring added support for SMEs.
Green Motion introduces pricing tiers to differentiate services
Low-emission vehicle rental firm Green Motion has launched new pricing tiers to bring rental packages with varying levels of deposit, excess and mileage allowances.
Škoda adds new Octavia SE Drive trim
Škoda has extended its Octavia hatch and estate line-ups with the addition of a new trim focused on providing extra equipment and value.
Brake Fleet Safety Conference to highlight safety best practice
Brake has announced details of its 2019 Fleet Safety Conference, which will take place this spring and enable fleet managers and suppliers to share best practice … Read More »
Brake launches Global Fleet Champions to tackle safety and sustainability
Brake has launched a new campaign that enables fleets of any size, anywhere to prevent crashes and reduce pollution caused by vehicles used for work purposes.
G3 follows record year with ambitious growth plans
G3 Remarketing is launching an “ambitious” three-year growth plan to double its volumes following a record-breaking year in 2018.
Shortlist for UK Car of the Year 2019 announced
The full list of the UK Car of the Year Awards 2019 category winners has been revealed ahead of next month’s announcement of the overall winner.
National Windscreens continues expansion in Scotland
National Windscreens has opened a new fitting and calibration centre in Kilmarnock as it continues its expansion in Scotland.
Tusker named as sole supplier on new salary sacrifice framework
Tusker has been named as the sole supplier on a recently launched nationwide procurement framework for car salary sacrifice.
Government consults on new taxi driver checks
The Government is looking to introduce enhanced checks on taxi and private hire drivers to ensure passengers are kept safe.
Aston Barclay provides fleet vendors with live used market data
Aston Barclay has developed a new tool to provide dealer and fleet vendors with real-time market intelligence during live auctions.
Autoglass and Aviva streamline insurance claims
Autoglass has teamed up with insurance firm Aviva to streamline windscreen insurance claims for Aviva customers.
UK collision hotspots for uninsured drivers revealed
Direct Line Car Insurance has identified the UK hotspots for uninsured motorists involved in accidents as it warns of a rise in the number of drivers … Read More »
Car drivers unlikely to get data ownership, says KPMG
UK automotive executives expect carmakers to get ownership of driver data, rather than the drivers themselves, according to KPMG’s Global Automotive Executive Survey 2019.
Vauxhall teases electric Corsa ahead of launch this year
Vauxhall has published a teaser image of the new Corsa, which launches later this year in its first-ever electric guise.
ALD posts record fleet growth in 2018
ALD Automotive has reported full-year 2018 results including record total fleet growth, helped by rising personal leasing and electric/hybrid take-up.
Havant Borough Council rolls out chargers
Three new GeniePoint Rapid Chargers have been installed across Havant in Hampshire as the council looks to encourage drivers to switch to electric vehicles.
Mercedes-Benz Cars names Tom Brennan as new head of fleet
Former Audi head of fleet sales Tom Brennan has joined Mercedes-Benz Cars UK as its new head of fleet.
