Natalie Middleton
Drivers using headphones warned of risks of distraction
Motorists wearing headphones while driving are being warned that they could be at a higher risk of having an accident and/or incurring penalties.
Toyota to cut production 40% on back of global chip shortage
Toyota is slashing vehicle production 40% in September as the global shortage of semiconductor chips continues to wreak havoc.
Wireless taxi charging trial gets off the ground in Nottingham
A wireless charging electric vehicle trial funded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV) has started deployment in Nottingham.
Genesis GV60 is brand’s first-ever dedicated EV
Genesis has revealed its GV60 crossover – the first dedicated EV to launch from Hyundai’s premium offshoot brand.
Arnold Clark Vehicle Management enters car salary sacrifice arena
Arnold Clark Vehicle Management has introduced a car salary sacrifice scheme, enabling businesses to offer access to a brand-new car to their staff.
Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer gets updated trims and engines
Citroën has revised the UK line-up for its Grand C4 SpaceTourer, streamlining trim and engine options for the seven-seat MPV.
Interview: Barney Goffer on Teletrac Navman’s work to help fleets go electric
Barney Goffer, UK product manager at Teletrac Navman UK, speaks to Natalie Middleton about the firm’s new AI-powered TN360 telematics solution and its tools to help … Read More »
LV Britannia Rescue launches breakdown service for electric cars
Breakdown recovery specialist LV Britannia Rescue has launched a new electric car service for its customers who break down in Central London.
£15m funding boost could fill EV skills gap, says IMI
A £15m skills funding boost would play a critical role in filling the current EV skills gap in the automotive sector.
Major investment in technology to make EVs long-range capable
Four new automotive projects addressing electric vehicle range anxiety and costs have received major government and industry funding.
Leasing Options expands team to support growth
Leasing Options has recruited six new members to the team to support rising demand for car leasing, in particular for electric models.
Clean Air Zone guide launches from AFP
A new document designed to help fleet managers get to grips with Clean Air Zones (CAZs) is now available from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
Prepare drivers for speed limiters now, fleets warned
Fleets should prepare drivers now for the fact that intelligent speed assistance (ISA) technology will come as standard on some new cars, vans and trucks within … Read More »
Get valuable benchmarking insights to make your fleet more efficient
New research being run by Fleet World could help readers benchmark their operations on everything from fleet policy to going electric.
Government’s long-awaited hydrogen strategy to target heavy transport and industry
The Government has revealed its plans for a “world-leading” hydrogen economy, helping to create jobs while decarbonising sectors such as heavy transport.
FORS webinar to help fleets tackle drink and drug driving
A FORS Associate webinar giving advice on handling the risks of driver drug and alcohol impairment is to run later this month.
Premium used SUVs in high demand as new car supplies dry up
Premium SUVs and saloons continue to top Aston Barclay’s used car desirability index, reflecting the increasing shortage of new cars currently available.
Audi expands EV charging service to over 17,500 charge points
Audi has expanded its e-tron charging service to give access to more than 17,500 UK charge points via a single card or the myAudi app.
AW Repair Group commits to EV Ready training
AW Repair Group has committed to ensuring its entire workforce is trained up on electric vehicle skills under Thatcham Research’s EV Ready programme.
Swarco showcases fleet EV solutions under Smart Charging rebrand
Global traffic technology group Swarco has rebranded its charging business while also committing to a substantial new investment in people and technology.
Catalytic converter thefts drop on back of major police operation
Reports of catalytic converter thefts across the UK have dropped by 57% after police across the UK joined forces to tackle the crime wave.
DfT survey reveals pandemic impact on business travel
Only 35% of businesses continued to conduct business travel during the pandemic, according to new Department for Transport (DfT) research.
Updated Mazda2 to bring big CO2 reductions
Mazda has updated the Mazda2 supermini for the 2022 model year, offering improved efficiency and new trim levels.
Headline speakers confirmed for Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM 2021
Cenex has revealed some of the headline speakers for its forthcoming Cenex-LCV and Cenex-CAM 2021 events, who will cover vital topics in Low Carbon Vehicles and … Read More »
Two-thirds of SMEs would consider vehicle leasing
Almost two out of three small to medium-sized businesses would consider using specific leasing products for cars and vans – showing how leasing is continuing to … Read More »
Revised Dacia Duster on sale from £13,995
Dacia has opened orders for the facelifted Duster, priced from £13,995.
Airmax and Ring Carnation develop remote monitoring solution for emergency services
Telematics specialist Airmax Remote has partnered with vehicle conversion electrical firm Ring Carnation on a remote monitoring solution, initially for the emergency services.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
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Quartix enhances integrated dashcam with latest camera tech
Quartix has introduced an enhanced version of its integrated tracking and vehicle camera solution with Fleet Focus, using latest camera tech to deliver extra fleet management … Read More »
£15m fund for Councils to improve local roads across England
A multimillion-pound scheme to improve traffic signals and a commitment to explore how new technology – such as drones and 3D printing – could be used … Read More »
