Natalie Middleton
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.
Highways England campaign highlights dangers of tailgating
Highways England is ramping up its campaign on the dangers of tailgating with the help of professional racing driver and Hollywood stunt expert Ben Collins, best … Read More »
In-house fleet knowledge ‘critical’ at time of unprecedented industry change
Businesses that no longer employ a full-time professional fleet manager should consider re-employing experienced fleet professionals on at least an interim basis.
Local authorities scoop e-bike funding
Local authorities and public sector agencies including Dundee City Council are rolling out e-bikes with the help of latest funding from Transport Scotland.
Highways England competitions to help develop digital roads
Roads that repair themselves or offer improved connectivity for Mobility as a Service (MaaS) solutions could be rolled out soon under two new competitions.
New platform allows multiple mobility services to be run from one fleet
A new mobility management platform has been developed that enables firms such as OEMs and rental or leasing companies to offer multiple mobility services from a … Read More »
Volkswagen Financial Services acquires Fleet Logistics
Volkswagen Financial Services has acquired a 60% share in Fleet Logistics as it looks to create a brand-neutral global fleet and mobility management specialist.
Tougher enforcement on seatbelts and mobile phones needed, says IAM
The fear of being caught for breaking the law on seatbelts or mobile phones must increase to stop hundreds of thousands of drivers putting themselves and … Read More »
BVRLA calls for industry responses to vehicle tax consultation
The BVRLA, along with other leading trade bodies, is urging fleets to take action on the current government consultation on changes to vehicle tax as the … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
New fleet solution brings ‘speedier and far more reliable’ risk management
A new driver risk management solution has launched to help bring “speedier and far more reliable” risk management for car and van fleet operators compared to … Read More »
PCH continues to dominate leasing broker statistics, reports BVRLA
Growth in leasing remains strong with personal leasing remaining a dominant force, according to latest BVRLA leasing broker statistics.
Renault introduces new trim for Captur
Renault is adding a new S Edition trim for its Captur small crossover, bringing a focus on styling.
Jaguar Land Rover posts £3.4bn loss
Jaguar Land Rover has reported a £3.4bn loss for the last three months of 2018 after being hit by both declining sales in China and the … Read More »
Treasury inaction on WLTP could jeopardise Government’s own clean air strategy
The Government is being warned of the need to take action to mitigate the tax impact of WLTP for fleets to ensure that it doesn’t jeopardise … Read More »
New Arval tool pinpoints best powertrain type for drivers
Arval has developed a new tool that allows fleets to match drivers to the best powertrain type for their needs.
Businesses must do more to tackle distracted driving, says IAM RoadSmart
Businesses must urgently tackle the issue of distracted drivers at the wheel and overhaul their safety at work policies to help stem the tide of avoidable … Read More »
ALD Automotive and E.ON partner for e-mobility solutions
ALD Automotive and energy firm E.ON have signed a strategic partnership to jointly develop and market digital enhanced mobility, financing, and energy services to bring a full-service … Read More »
SEAT UK breaks true fleet sales record in 2018
SEAT UK has announced its best-ever true fleet results, which saw it grow sales to 18,826 vehicles in 2018.
Mobile phone usage on the rise
Drivers in Scotland are increasingly using hand-held mobile phones for phone calls, new research indicates.
Government consults on plans to extend pay-as-you-go rail network
The Government has launched a 12-week public consultation as part of its drive to roll out pay-as-you-go usage to more rail stations.
