Natalie Middleton
AGL appoints Pancham as non-executive chairman
Accident management provider Activate Group Ltd (AGL) has appointed Paul Pancham, strategic development director at Tesco Underwriting Ltd, as non-executive chairman.
BCA introduces new ‘cinch’ online service for used car buyers
BCA has launched a new online service intended to simplify the used-car buying process for consumers while bringing better leads for dealers and car supermarkets.
ViaVan scores three-year TfL licence renewal
Uber rival ViaVan has been given the go-ahead to operate ride-sharing services in London for a further three years with the renewal of its licence by … Read More »
Pre-registrations on the rise, VRA warns
Pre-registrations are returning to the new car market in a noticeable manner with further rises expected towards the end of the year as the rush to … Read More »
Vital fleet issues to come under focus in Allstar webinar
The fleet impact of industry issues including changing fuel prices, the introduction of Ultra Low Emission Zones and the shift to electric vehicles is to come … Read More »
BT digital street hubs bring real-time air quality data for councils
Real-time air pollution is now being measured in Bradford and Birmingham using high-tech digital hubs from BT.
All new rapid chargers to support contactless payments by 2020
The Government has called for all new rapid and higher-powered chargepoints to offer contactless card payments by spring 2020 as it also opens a consultation on … Read More »
Enterprise car club service now available in Derbyshire
Businesses and private drivers in Derbyshire can now access round-the-clock car club services in Derbyshire through Enterprise Car Club.
‘Frantic Friday’ to herald busiest summer getaway since 2014
Drivers are being warned of the risk of delays on routes including the M1 and M25 later this week as record levels of summer travellers hit … Read More »
Autonomous Lexus LS takes to roads in Belgium
A Lexus LS fitted with Toyota’s autonomous driving technology is to start trials on public roads in Brussels.
True corporate mobility “challenges evaluation of fleet resources”, says GCM
Fleet decision-makers wanting to embrace the corporate mobility mindset should focus on compiling a customisable plan that facilitates the movement of people and products to happen … Read More »
Ford to launch Volkswagen-based electric car in 2023 under expanded alliance
Ford and Volkswagen are to invest billions in advancing electric and self-driving car developments under an enhanced global collaboration.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
SureCam and Concirrus team up for automated risk management
Dashcam specialist SureCam is teaming up insurtech firm Concirrus for a new fleet solution that brings automated risk management and helps streamline claims processes.
Dates announced for next ICFM advanced Diploma programme
ICFM has revealed details of its next Diploma (Advanced Level) Programme, which brings a significant development opportunity for fleet decision-makers.
Clampdown on brake and tyre particulates could bring more congestion charging
New evidence of the pollution caused by brake and tyre particles could bring further use of congestion charging as well as other measures to encourage drivers … Read More »
Select Car Leasing marks expansion with office move
Select Car Leasing has opened its new head office in Reading as the company reports significant growth over the last 18 months.
Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty add debit card payments in Europe
Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty customers can now use a debit card payment option across selected European locations instead of a credit card for van and car … Read More »
Lax attitudes to grey fleet and mobile phones putting drivers at risk
Fleets are putting driver safety at risk by failing to address the grey fleet and not clamping down on mobile phone use behind the wheel.
Engenie to install 2,000+ rapid chargers
Engenie is to install more than 2,000 rapid charging points across the UK – effectively doubling the UK’s rapid charging network and bringing capability to charge … Read More »
Government must up the ante on transport emissions to meet net zero, say eco advisers
The UK Government’s legal commitment to net-zero emissions by 2050 must be backed by solid action on climate change – including on transport emissions and phasing … Read More »
New fleet of black cabs bring respite from air pollution
A new fleet of electric black cabs has gone live in London, featuring in-car air purifiers to ensure drivers and passengers are kept safe from air … Read More »
Kia deal sees Rolec provide over 1,000 EV chargepoints
Rolec EV has reached the landmark achievement of manufacturing and supplying over 1,000 electric vehicle charging points for Kia Motors UK’s head office, dealership network and … Read More »
£2.5m TfL funding to enable more people to commute by bike
Transport for London (TfL) is investing £2.5m over the next year to boost the number of cycle parking spaces in a move to help more Londoners … Read More »
Geoff Bell joins Clear Vehicle Data as leasing partner
Clear Vehicle Data (CVD) has appointed Geoff Bell as leasing and fleet partner.
WLTP review brings freeze on BiK and 0% EV rate
The long-awaited results of the Government’s WLTP review are now in, bringing an announced freeze on company car tax for fleet cars and the introduction of … Read More »
