Natalie Middleton
Jaguar Land Rover introduces new noise cancellation technology
Jaguar Land Rover has developed new noise cancellation technology that removes unwanted road and tyre sounds from the cabin.
New Škoda app can diagnose car faults
Škoda is developing a new artificial intelligence app that can listen to car faults and give an instant diagnosis to technicians based on the sound.
Drug driving charges rise 125%
The number of motorists charged with drug driving has surged since new laws were introduced.
Nissan-backed project to tackle barriers to autonomous vehicles
A new project to help accelerate deployment of autonomous vehicles in UK cities has launched, backed by firms including Nissan.
Mitie hits 20% electric vehicle target three months early
Mitie has deployed its 750th electric vehicle – beating its target of having 20% of its light vehicle fleet switched to electric some three months early.
Government must press on with reforms to support active travel, says Brake
The Government is being urged to accelerate work to advance active travel take-up on the back of trends seen in lockdown.
Police Scotland advances plans for ULEV fleet with Kona Electric order
Police Scotland is deploying 180 Hyundai Kona Electrics SUVs; part of work to create the first blue light, ultra-low emission vehicle fleet in the UK.
Arval returns to FMG for accident management
Arval has appointed FMG to deliver accident management for its fleet following a 10-year ‘sabbatical’.
Mitsubishi Shogun Sport SUVs land on Heathrow Airport fleet
Five Mitsubishi Shogun Sport SUVs have arrived with the Heathrow Landside Operations Team, helping to support the airport’s road network.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Changing driver behaviour opens up business case for e-fleets
New driving behaviour adopted as a result of Covid-19 has enhanced the potential for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids in SME fleets.
Birmingham reveals start date for Clean Air Zone
Birmingham has followed Bath in announcing a start date for its charging Clean Air Zone scheme.
Police Scotland to deploy 1,000+ chargers for ULEV fleet
Police Scotland has awarded BP Chargemaster a £21m EV charging contract to deliver more than 1,000 charge points as it switches to ULEVs.
Nationwide digital payment platform is a must for Clean Air Zones, says BVRLA
The introduction of Clean Air Zones is essential to combat air pollution but local and national support, including a digital payment platform, is vital to help … Read More »
TfL warns of fines for ‘small minority’ failing to wear masks
Travellers on Transport for London’s networks are being warned to wear a face covering or face a fine of up to £6,400.
Driver appetite for more Clean Air Zones revealed in Venson research
More than a third of drivers believe the Government should introduce more Clean Air Zones as well as encourage an increase in the take-up of electric … Read More »
Alphabet updates driver app with latest features
Alphabet has released the latest version of its AlphaGuide app, which has been redesigned with added self-service features ahead of the arrival of image recognition and … Read More »
Bath Clean Air Zone to launch in March
Bath is to introduce a charging Clean Air Zone in March 2021, charging vans and other commercial vehicles but not private cars.
TraXall appoints new international account manager
Fleet and mobility management services provider TraXall International has recruited Marta Enguix as international account manager.
Order books open for updated Peugeot 3008 and 5008
Peugeot’s updated 3008 and 5008 SUVs are now on sale, introducing smarter styling, new trims, more technology and extra safety features.
Arval repositioned as sustainable mobility specialist
Arval is taking steps to become a self-proclaimed leader in all sustainability solutions, underpinned by a revised business model and ambitious targets for 2025.
First images of 2021 Vauxhall Crossland SUV
Vauxhall’s 2021 Crossland SUV has been revealed, introducing new front-end styling and latest RDE2-compliant engines.
EV salary sacrifice booming on back of 0% BiK
Orders for electric vehicles via salary sacrifice have grown five-fold at Octopus Electric Vehicles since the spring, driven by the Government’s 0% Benefit-in-Kind tax incentive.
New flexible car subscription service targets opt-out drivers
A new car subscription service has launched in the UK, positioned as an alternative to car leasing and ownership, including for fleets and opt-out drivers.
Motorists want camera-based technology to catch drivers using phones
Nearly eight in 10 (79%) motorists now want to see camera technology introduced to catch drivers illegally using phones behind the wheel.
FleetEurope rebrands as Fleetondemand ahead of new rental platform
Vehicle hire firm FleetEurope has rebranded as Fleetondemand to mark its full integration into the newly incorporated FOD Mobility Group.
BVRLA ups ante on Plug-in Pledge as fleets prove pivotal to decarbonisation
The fleet sector will be responsible for 75% of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) on UK roads by 2025 – underscoring just how vital the industry is … Read More »
VRA seminars to set out 2021 remarketing landscape
A new series of webinars giving a concise outlook for remarketing in 2021 is being made available to anyone in the motor industry.
FuelGenie app to help fleets save money on fuel
A new app designed to help fleets save money on fuel and support onward journey planning has launched from fuelGenie.
SEAT Tarraco and Arona get new RDE2 options
SEAT has updated its smallest and largest SUVs with new RDE2-compliant engines, bringing savings for fleets and drivers.
