Natalie Middleton
Gnewt Cargo founder Sam Clarke joins Gridserve to drive electrification
Gnewt Cargo founder Sam Clarke is joining Gridserve to lead its vehicle electrification work.
Paying the penalty: How EU emissions targets could hit fleets
While new EU emissions regulations will see carmakers face major fines, fleet operators are also likely to see some impacts, reports Natalie Middleton.
‘Major knowledge gap’ could hinder fleet adoption of electric vehicles
Overcoming a knowledge gap on electric vehicles could prove the “greatest challenge” for uptake, with much greater work needed to prevent misinformation among businesses and drivers.
More carmakers step in to maintain Plug-in Car Grant levels
DS Automobiles and Peugeot have become the latest carmakers to top up the Plug-in Car Grant back to its previous level for their customers after last … Read More »
PSA latest carmaker to halt European production to limit coronavirus impact
Carmakers including Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford and now Groupe PSA have temporarily suspended production at various plants in Europe in response to the Covid-19 emergency.
Clean Air Zone alternatives under spotlight in Coventry consultation
Businesses and residents in Coventry are being asked to have their say about plans to cut pollution in Coventry without introducing a Clean Air Zone.
Transport Committee relaunches inquiry on young and novice drivers
The Transport Select Committee is returning to its inquiry to scrutinise the Government’s actions to reduce the risks of young and novice drivers being involved in … Read More »
New Ford tech addresses rural driving dangers
Ford has introduced new technology that could help keep drivers safer on rural roads.
Police fleets recognised for safety efforts at DriveTech Vision Zero Awards
DriveTech has revealed the winners of its Vision Zero Awards, which recognise police forces running campaigns or initiatives focused on road casualty reduction and safer roads.
Decision-makers equip for future fleet challenges with new ICFM Advanced Diploma Programme
Fleet decision-makers are turning to ICFM’s tutor-led Diploma (Advanced Level) Programme to help get to grips with “unprecedented” changes facing the sector.
Nearly a third of fatalities in vehicles not wearing a seatbelt
Almost a third (31%) of the people who died in vehicles in Great Britain in 2018 were not wearing a seat belt – prompting calls for … Read More »
Charge point grant schemes confirmed for another year
The electric vehicle homecharge, workplace charging and on-street residential charge point schemes are to run for a further year but with reduced funding to support increased … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Carmakers step in to top up Plug-in Car Grant shortfall
Two carmakers have now stepped in to ‘plug’ the gap left on the Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG) after the Government slashed funding by £500 in the … Read More »
Dealer closures bringing new fleet pressures, warns FleetCheck
Many businesses re having to travel further for routine servicing, maintenance and repair (SMR) as more franchise dealer operations close.
VisionTrack and Lightfoot partner to enhance fleet safety solution
A new tie-up between driver behaviour technology specialist Lightfoot and video telematics firm VisionTrack will bring a “unique” suite of products to help accelerate driver safety … Read More »
Half of employers not set up for remote working, amid coronavirus fears
Just under half (48%) of UK businesses are not geared up for remote working, with 60% of employers fearing it would be abused.
Government publishes smart motorway action plan but concerns remain
An 18-point package of measures intended to redress safety issues with smart motorways has been published by the Government, but concerns remain over how quick and … Read More »
Spring Budget 2020: The main points for fleets
It may have been dubbed the ‘coronavirus Budget’, but for fleets and drivers the news was, on the whole, positive and designed to help with the … Read More »
City of York Council works on ‘future-proofed’ EV charging network
City of York Council is exploring a new electric vehicle (EV) charging strategy that, if approved, could see fast charge points introduced at a minimum of … Read More »
Birmingham fleets able to apply for Clean Air Zone exemption permits
Residents, low-income workers and businesses in the Birmingham Clean Air Zone (CAZ) area can now apply for temporary exemption permits ahead of the CAZ launch this … Read More »
Council staff embrace driver safety solution
North Yorkshire County Council’s work to promote road safety and fleet efficiency has stepped up a gear with the adoption of new vehicle tracking technology.
Auto Windscreens opens new Fitting Hub in Harlow
Drivers in the Essex and M25 area can now turn to Auto Windscreens’ new Fitting Hub in Harlow for windscreen repairs/replacements.
Government to explore pavement parking ban
Long-awaited proposals to crack down on pavement parking are being set out by the Department for Transport, with a consultation due this summer.
Spring Budget 2020: Plug-in Car Grant continues but funding now slashed
The Government has been slammed after it revealed that funding for the Plug-in Car Grant (PiCG) is being slashed with immediate effect, just hours after announcing … Read More »
Spring Budget 2020: 0% BiK rate confirmed and future rates set out
The Budget has provided long-awaited confirmation that the company car tax rates announced last year will go ahead as planned, while also setting out rates for … Read More »
