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Fleet Heroes: How do we find our heroes?
Now in their 14th year, the Fleet Heroes 2019 awards will once more celebrate organisations delivering a cleaner and more efficient future for transport. Energy Saving … Read More »
Comment: Hydrogen’s role in phasing out vehicles running on fossil fuels
Is hydrogen part of the answer for a rapid shift away from fossil fuels in transport? Gareth Hinds from the National Physical Laboratory shares his vision … Read More »
Comment: Road usage charging to solve our transportation funding dilemma
Dr Ben Miners, chief innovation scientist at IMS (a Trak Global Group company), on how a system of road pricing would provide a fair and sustainable … Read More »
An electric future for UK fleets
Mike Brown, director of industry collaboration & partnerships at the University of Salford, on how the transition to EVs will bring a number of opportunities for … Read More »
Motor insurance and driving in the EU with a no deal Brexit
Following the UK Government’s updated advice on driving in the EU post Brexit, Michael Brooks, legal director at Corclaim takes a look at the insurance side … Read More »
Comment: Time to act on fleet electrification – here’s how
David Bushnell, principal consultant, Alphabet GB, gives an overview of all the areas fleets need to address when adopting electric vehicles.
Extra funding for EV charging points is welcome – but more must be done
Policymakers need to step up the pace on EV charging to get the EV ball really moving, says Paul Gisbourne, CEO of same-day delivery business CitySprint.
Getting practical about fleet electrification
Julie Furber, VP of electrified power at Cummins, on how commercial vehicles can follow passenger cars on the road to electrification.
How the fleet space is ‘consumerising’ the B2B offering
Albert Chu, VP marketing & strategy, Masternaut, on how techniques seen in the consumer space are expanding into the fleet sector, bringing benefits to operators and … Read More »
Why fleet managers are the stormtroopers in the battle to save the planet
Fiona Howarth, CEO of Octopus Electric Vehicles, comments on the big benefits electric vehicles could bring to fleet managers, as well as the overall energy system.
Doing the maths on opt-out vehicle maintenance
Clive Buhagiar, head of operational services, Alphabet (GB) Limited, looks at how fleets and opt-out drivers should take action to avoid extra costs and risks with … Read More »
The efficiencies of fleet management software
Peter Marsden, principal consultant at business change consultancy Entec Si, on how the latest fleet software solutions can bring indepth benefits to fleets looking to move on … Read More »
Curtis Hutchinson: Hyundai’s fleet vision
Curtis Hutchinson, motor industry guru, looks at how the erstwhile retail brand’s focus has changed to the business sector and the role played by electrification.
Transport Committee calls for Government ambition and leadership on cycling and walking
More leadership and ambition are required to champion walking and cycling in England, according to the Transport Select Committee, which has issued a new report – … Read More »
How to change driver behaviour
Driver behaviour can have a major influence on the efficacy of your fleet, explains Mark Thorneycroft CMILT, head of telematics training at Connexas Group. However, collecting … Read More »
Is the timing right for a mobility revolution?
Shaun Armstrong, co-founder of Creditplus, on whether fleets and consumers are ready for the future of mobility.
Q&A: DfBB’s Simon Turner on the changing face of risk management
Simon Turner, campaign manager, Driving for Better Business (DfBB), on how an evolving fleet industry is bringing new road risk management challenges.
Preparing your fleet for Clean Air Zones
Climate change and environmental awareness are currently high on the political – and social – agenda. Consumers are more conscious about plastic use than ever before. … Read More »
Is the UK’s electric future grid-locked?
Matthew Walters, head of consultancy and customer data services at LeasePlan UK, outlines the biggest barriers facing electric vehicle adoption.
Going electric: Is it suitable for your fleet?
The recent introduction of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in London has put electric vehicles (EVs) to the forefront of fleet owners’ minds. EV fleets would avoid charges … Read More »
How distracted driving evidence has fallen behind latest technological changes
TRL’s head of impairment research Dr Paul Jackson and head of behavioural science Dr Neale Kinnear argue that the evidence base for distracted driving has failed … Read More »
Could the drive to zero catch fleets flat-footed?
Jayne Pett, sales and marketing director at Fleet Operations, looks past the introduction of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone to consider what next in the drive … Read More »
Honda releases residual values for new CR-V Hybrid
Honda UK has announced class-leading residual values for the CR-V Hybrid, which arrived in dealerships in February 2019.
Civic reception for Honda in 2019 fleet market
Recently named the most reliable fleet car in this year’s FN50 survey, the Honda Civic has been at the centre of an exciting year of growth … Read More »
Honda UK accelerates Electric 2025 vision, with CR-V Hybrid
Since its launch at the Paris Motor Show last year, Honda UK’s new CR-V Hybrid model has been awarded some of the strongest residual values in … Read More »
Honda launches interactive whole lifecycle costs calculator
Honda UK has announced it is taking action to make purchasing decisions easier for fleet managers after launching a unique interactive whole lifecycle costs (WLC) calculator.
Honda UK boosts British Gymnastics with brand new cars
Honda UK has affirmed its commitment to supporting British Gymnastics by supplying two brand new Honda Civics to reigning all-round British Champion gymnasts, Brinn Bevan and … Read More »
Honda celebrates 100th pledge to increase fleet penetration
Honda UK has announced Glyn Hopkin Honda as the 100th dealership to sign up to the Platinum Programme, a key part of Honda’s award-winning corporate and … Read More »
Interview with Marc Samuel, head of Corporate Cars, Honda
Where do you see Honda’s natural spot in the company car marketplace? We’ve positioned ourselves with a strong offering for company car drivers to want to … Read More »
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Comment: Driving the future – the role of clean transport in clearing the air
Michael Lewis, E.ON UK chief executive, on how industry and local, regional and national governments need to work together to tackle toxic air in our towns … Read More »