Natalie Middleton
Business drivers implicated in new speeding research
Increased driver education and risk management by fleets could help cut levels of speeding, alongside government and local council action.
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Toyota Prius Plug-in gets new safety and connectivity kit
Toyota’s Prius Plug-in now comes with extra driver assistance and connectivity features as part of an update.
Addison Lee rolls out TfL-approved safety screens across full MPV fleet
Addison Lee has now deployed TfL-approved safety screens across its entire Ford Galaxy and VW Sharan MPV fleet – helping to keep passengers protected during the … Read More »
All-in-one fleet dashcam and tracking offer for £12.95 a month
Fleetmaxx Solutions is making its combined track and dash cam package available for £12.95 per month for a limited period.
Hyundai and Kia join Ionity to drive Europe’s fast-charging network
Hyundai Motor Group has become the latest shareholder to join the Ionity joint venture, helping to drive expansion of the fast-charging network across Europe.
Royal Mail, EDF and DPD UK join calls for 100% EV sales by 2030
The UK’s largest fleet operators are ramping up the pressure on the Government to commit to 100% electric vehicle sales by 2030, with Royal Mail, EDF … Read More »
New car registrations put in weakest October performance since 2011
New car registrations declined again last month as moderate rises in private and ‘Business’ sales failed to offset a fall in fleet demand.
Travel management company sees growth in uncertain market
Manchester-based start-up TapTrip continues to grow, despite the overall global downturn in business travel.
CD Auction Group continues digital remarketing expansion
CD Auction Group is accelerating its growth plans with the expansion of its digital platforms and a management restructuring.
Amey drives fleet compliance under ADT deal
Amey is extending its use of risk management services from Applied Driving Techniques (ADT) after seeing dramatic improvements in fleet compliance.
Cenex reveals speakers for LCV and CAM events as registrations open
Delegates can now register for Cenex’s online Low Carbon Vehicle and Connected Automated Mobility events, which will share the latest EV and mobility developments.
Fleets required for EV charging trial
Fleets are being invited to sign up for a major electric vehicle charging trial that could help increase the UK’s charging infrastructure.
Bold new Vauxhall Crossland SUV now on sale
Vauxhall’s 2021 Crossland small SUV is now on sale, priced from £19,060.
Cap HPI readies for car pricing shifts under no-deal Brexit
Cap HPI is preparing to handle large volume shifts in pricing from manufacturers that could arise from a no-deal Brexit.
Yorkshire council enhances fleet compliance and safety with new telematics
East Riding of Yorkshire Council (EROYC) is reaping benefits including increased fleet compliance, security and safety with the help of latest telematics technology.
Selsia speeds up accident reporting with new fleet app
Selsia has enhanced its accident reporting services for fleets with the launch of a new app.
Lockdown fuel prices slashed and further cuts on cards
Pump prices are expected to fall in the next fortnight as a result of lower oil prices, with Asda already leading the charge on price cuts.
Brake pads and discs most common SMR jobs on fleet vehicles
Replacements of brake pads and discs are the most common SMR jobs on fleet vehicles, according to a new list from epyx.
One in four drivers unaware of what a smart motorway is
Education on smart motorways and the rules for using them must be stepped up to stop more accidents happening, according to new research.
Hounslow trials e-cargo bike delivery service to support businesses
A new e-cargo bike service is being trialled in the Chiswick area to support businesses with an alternative zero-carbon delivery option.
NewMotion grows public roaming network with Osprey rapid chargers
NewMotion has expanded its roaming charging network with the addition of rapid chargers from Osprey Charging.
Islington Council makes switch to electric vehicles
Islington Council has taken delivery of six Renault Zoe fully electric superminis, supporting its ambitions to help tackle the climate crisis.
ABAX enters Belgian market with RAM Track-and-trace acquisition
ABAX has expanded into Belgium with the acquisition of RAM Track-and-trace.
Allstar expands network under Applegreen tie-up
Allstar Business Solutions has partnered with Applegreen, expanding its fuel card network by a further 102 fuel sites.
First electric van joins Brecon Beacons National Park fleet
The Brecon Beacons National Park continues to expand its EV fleet with the addition of its first van.
Congestion Charge expansion scrapped in TfL bailout
Transport for London has secured an “eleventh-hour” funding package to keep running until March 2021, without the need for a much-criticised Congestion Charge expansion.
Fleet manager redundancies creating ‘vacuum’ of fleet skills
Staff reorganisations and redundancies as a result of the pandemic are resulting in a skills shortage for those taking over in fleet that could last a … Read More »
Licence Check driver audit module to help firms tackle grey fleet ‘explosion’
A new online audit module is now available in Licence Check’s DAVIS risk management solution to tackle the ‘explosion’ in the number of grey fleet drivers … Read More »
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