Natalie Middleton
Drive Energi and Greene King partner for rapid EV charging network
Electric vehicle charge point operator Drive Energi has signed a deal with pub retailer and brewer Greene King to build, own and operate one of the … Read More »
Mobility solution bring added flexibility for CityFibre fleet
Digital infrastructure platform CityFibre is using a flexible mobility solution from Alphabet GB to support its dedicated teams out in the field across the UK.
Toyota Mirai joins Haskel fleet to showcase hydrogen benefits
Haskel Hydrogen Systems has added a Toyota Mirai saloon to its fleet in line with its work to build a global refuelling infrastructure for hydrogen fuel … Read More »
Only 13% of drivers stick to 20mph limits
The vast majority of drivers continue to ignore 20mph speed limits despite the growing use of such ‘slow zones’ in the UK.
Fears new council powers could see drivers used as cash cows
New council powers could see drivers faced with bills collectively costing millions of pounds for moving traffic offences such as stopping on yellow boxes.
Debbie Fox named new commercial director at epyx
Debbie Fox has joined epyx as commercial director, drawing on a career spanning more than 30 years.
Business mileage continues recovery in July
Business mileage continued to rise in July, showing that the economy is benefiting from the ongoing easing of government restrictions, albeit at a lower rate than … Read More »
UK readies for autonomous driving tech under government consultation
Latest collision avoidance technology is to come under a government consultation, helping to pave the way for its safe use in the UK from spring 2021.
Speeding incidents triple during lockdown
Speeding incidents rose threefold in April as drivers took advantage of unusually low traffic levels and a sense that they would “get away with it”.
DriveTech scores BTP renewed deal for level crossing courses
DriveTech has retained the British Transport Police (BTP) contract to deliver level crossing courses, helping to stamp out driver misuse.
Virtual switch proves major success for driver offender rehabilitation
The move to virtual courses for the driver offender rehabilitation programme has brought many benefits, but much work needs to be done to ensure it is … Read More »
Speeding and erratic driving pose high risks post-lockdown
The easing of lockdown conditions has revealed a rise in dangerous and discourteous driving behaviour – putting drivers and fleets at higher risk as they head … Read More »
Mandate carmakers on 15% electric vehicle quotas, says charity
Introducing a ‘15% electric vehicle quota’ for carmakers would enable an earlier phase-out of petrol and diesel cars and benefit air quality.
Select Car Leasing expands into fleet management under ODO tie-up
Car leasing broker Select Car Leasing has strengthened its fleet offering with the launch of a new end-to-end fleet management service.
Tim Meadows moves to r2c Online as managing director
Tim Meadows has moved to fleet and workshop software specialist r2c Online as managing director.
Brake’s virtual exhibition to help fleets manage road risk
Brake has launched a Virtual Fleet Exhibition, which will provide fleets with best practice on managing driver road risk.
Earn free rental days with Enterprise promotion
Enterprise has launched its annual Plus Your Points promotion earlier than ever, giving registered Enterprise Plus members extra time to earn double points on qualifying rentals.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
BMW launches its eDrive Zones geofencing technology in UK
BMW has introduced its GPS geo-fencing technology, enabling zero-emission running for its plug-in hybrids in designated zones.
Complimentary survey to reveal risks of changing employee mobility
A new tool is now available to help companies understand the impact of Covid-19 on employee mobility, safety and wellbeing.
Work starts on installing new cameras to police expanded ULEZ
Installation of the new infrastructure for the expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone is now underway ahead of its opening in October 2021.
DriveTech promotes global driver risk focus with redesigned website
DriveTech has launched a new website, bringing an enhanced global focus to reflect its comprehensive driver risk management solutions.
Driver monitoring system can detect distraction and drowsiness even with face masks
A distraction and drowsiness detection system for drivers has been updated to provide alerts for drivers wearing face masks.
The Miles Consultancy acquires Vertivia Holdings Limited
The Miles Consultancy (TMC) has acquired digital mileage management company Vertivia Holdings for an undisclosed fee.
Kia ramps up e-Niro supply to meet ‘intense’ EV demand
Kia is increasing availability of its MY20 e-Niro, supporting “intense demand” for the crossover EV.
Coca-Cola Court of Appeal defeat creates further company car tax confusion
Coca-Cola European Partners Great Britain Ltd’s (CCEP) defeat in its recent Court of Appeal case will further muddy the waters for fleets and manufacturers on what’s … Read More »
Major V2G trial seeks new fleet participants
Fleets are being invited to sign up to the next stage of a vehicle-to-grid (V2G) project that could bring them extra revenues as well as supporting … Read More »
Facelifted Kia Stonic brings mild hybrid petrol and driver assistance tech
Kia is upgrading its Stonic compact SUV with a new mild-hybrid petrol engine alongside updates to existing petrols and latest driver assistance and safety features.
Extended replacement cycles are ‘acute point of weakness’ for fleets
Fleet extensions to replacement cycles are at an “acute point of weakness” and at adds with plans to also cut costs on servicing and maintenance.
First EVs join Meridian’s medium-term rental fleet
Medium-term rental specialist Meridian Vehicle Solutions has deployed the first electric vehicles on its fleet, targeting fleets and drivers looking to try out the technology.
