Jonathan Musk
Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM events postponed to November 2020
After extensive discussions Cenex has decided to postpone its annual Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM events to 18 and 19 November 2020.
UK government considers £6,000 scrappage scheme
With the automotive market on its knees following record-breaking low sales during the peak of the nationwide lockdown, government is looking to implement a scrappage scheme … Read More »
Fleet management may remain a remote activity, warns FleetCheck
Fleet management is likely to remain a remote activity post lockdown, with companies not rushing to reopen offices and depots, FleetCheck has warned.
LeasePlan UK’s free webinars explore fleet management post-COVID-19
Designed to offer fleet managers insight and practical guidance, LeasePlan UK’s series of on-demand webinars offers guidance on the impact of the lockdown on fleets, and … Read More »
Major British businesses commit to electrify their fleets on World Environment Day
Today, on World Environment Day, 5 June 2020, five major companies have joined The Climate Group’s global electric vehicles initiative EV100 – committing to switch their fleets to … Read More »
FCA and Targa Telematics introduce new electric fleet management tools
Targa Telematics and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles sign multi-year agreement for fleet management across the European market, creating a new My Fleet Manager portal. The initiative covers … Read More »
Face coverings mandatory on public transport from 15 June
In line with new government guidance, face coverings must be worn for the full duration of journeys on the public transport network from Monday 15 June.
Fleet SMR back up and running quickly, says epyx
Fleet service, maintenance and repair (SMR) is back to 60% of pre-coronavirus levels, reports epyx.
Alphabet provides basic checks to assist fleets keep on the road
With many drivers taking to the roads for the first time since lockdown was imposed, Alphabet suggests fleets employ basic MOT-like checks to ensure vehicles are … Read More »
Incentivising EVs suggested to reduce coronavirus impact
Electric vehicle tax breaks, scrappage schemes and extended emissions zones have all been proposed to reduce the likelihood of a second wave of coronavirus in the … Read More »
Fuel prices set to rise despite recent reductions
Fleets should be braced for the start of fuel price rises, new RAC Fuel Watch data suggests, despite the lowest price per litre of petrol for … Read More »
Kia Picanto given big-car upgrades
Upgraded Picanto introduces safety suite from Kia’s larger cars and new new ‘Smartstream’ petrol powertrain.
Government urged to increase police road presence to save lives
The government should be guided by the science and prioritise roads policing to save lives and to combat wider criminality, suggests a new report released today … Read More »
New BMW 4 Series Coupé revealed
The new BMW 4 Series Coupé adds mild-hybrid technology to its engine line-up, as well as a new-look exterior and interior.
Nissan Sunderland plant “not sustainable” without UK-EU trade deal
Nissan COO Ashwani Gupta has reiterated the importance of UK-EU free trade to ensure the future of its Sunderland manufacturing plant, else it may be forced … Read More »
Sygic signs up as Super Partner for My Transport Planner
GPS navigation pioneer Sygic has signed a global agreement with The Algorithm People to promote its innovative pay-as-you-go transport planning platform.
Ebbon-Dacs unveils new Ebbon Group international expansion initiative
Ebbon-Dacs has revealed its new Ebbon Group concept to reflect its growing internationalisation and its strategic acquisitions ambitions as it looks to expand the business within … Read More »
Battery Health Reports could improve electric vehicle residual values
Autovista Group, TWAICE and TÜV Rheinland have found that Battery Health Reports (BHRs) could dramatically improve residual values for battery electric vehicles.
Order books open for new Škoda Octavia
Order books for the latest generation Škoda Octavia – the brand’s best-selling fleet model – have opened today.
Who pays the cost of sanitisation, fleets or garages, asks epyx?
Fleets need to work out who foots the bill for the sanitisation of cars and vans during SMR, says epyx, in response to government coronavirus best-practice … Read More »
Lightfoot introduces FNOL service for fleet managers
Lightfoot, the in-vehicle technology and driver rewards platform, has launched its First Notice of Loss (FNOL) service to the fleet sector.
Suzuki introduces three new mild-hybrids
Suzuki GB PLC has introduced three 48-Volt mild-hybrid models to its range, as dealers in England reopen.
Venson shares top tips for fleet procurement
Uncertainty around post-lockdown business operations and utilisation of fleets will dominate the conversation, says Venson.
Revised Citroën C3 now available to order
Refreshed Citroën C3 is now available to order in the UK, featuring RDE2-compliant petrol and diesel engines and the brand’s latest styling.
Helping your fleet work from home
In these unprecedented times, Jonathan Musk looks at essential information to keep your business running.
Covid-19: the latest news concerning fleets
This page contains the most important fleet news relating to COVID-19 and is updated with new stories regularly.
First Drive: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
BMW has built a fleet-friendly coupé, finds Jonathan Musk, with the addition of two extra doors and 1 Series efficiency.
Massive Tesco’s charge point rollout goes rapid
Tesco, Pod Point and Volkswagen’s massive electric vehicle charge point rollout of 2,400 chargers – said to be the largest of its kind in the UK … Read More »
First Mile chooses Octopus Group to avoid up-front EV cost burden
First Mile has opted for Octopus Group’s Transport-as-a-Service (TaaS) fleet offering, to provide it with electric vehicle charging infrastructure installation without the initial cost burden.
Comment: Are companies legally responsible for workers’ commutes?
By Kate Hindmarsh, partner and head of employment team, at Langleys Solicitors.