Natalie Middleton
Licence Check introduces new quick and efficient method to ‘onboard’ drivers
Licence Check has updated its Driver and Vehicle Information Solution, DAVIS, to enable quicker and more efficient driver checks.
Student survey brings insight into driverless cars and EVs
Less than 20% of people expect to be using driverless cars in the next 10 years, however 62% believe they will be driving electric cars.
Mercedes-Benz reveals GLB compact SUV
Mercedes-Benz is expanding its SUV line-up with a new compact model to bring a rival to the Audi Q3.
E10 could address air pollution and fuel duty concerns in short term, APPG report finds
Introducing E10 higher-concentration bioethanol to the UK could help cut CO2 emissions in the short term without the need for widespread EV roll-out and without impacting … Read More »
Kia XCeed crossover to bring 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
Kia has provided its latest teaser on its forthcoming XCeed urban crossover, which it says will feature a 12.3-inch fully digital instrument cluster when it launches … Read More »
Mitsubishi ASX facelift brings new petrol engine and trims
The Mitsubishi ASX has received its latest facelift, bringing a new petrol engine and trims as well as the reintroduction of automatic transmission and four-wheel drive.
Pendragon Vehicle Management signs up FMG for incident management
Pendragon Vehicle Management has fully outsourced incident management services for its UK fleet to FMG.
70% of drivers say headlight glare poses accident risk, finds RAC
Drivers are calling for government action on headlight glare with the majority believing some lights could pose an accident risk.
EV trials require robust monitoring to make full business case
Fleets trialling electric and hybrid vehicles must compile accurate and reliable data on their use to make a compelling case for further roll-out.
Blanket ban on pavement parking could bring major headache for drivers
Thousands of drivers could be left without a parking space if a blanket ban on pavement parking is introduced.
Toyota to raise public sector awareness of hybrid fleet benefits
Toyota has appointed two new regional public sector managers who will promote the benefits of its hybrid cars to local authorities and public organisations across the … Read More »
Shell’s new rewards programme brings faster access to benefits
Shell has launched a new rewards programme that replaces the previous Shell Driver’s Club and brings faster access to driver benefits.
Fleets still seeking flexible solutions as uncertainty drags on
Business requirements for flexible fleet solutions will continue into the second half of 2019 as economic and political uncertainty drags on.
New noise camera trial to crack down on nuisance drivers
The Government has commissioned a prototype noise camera to be tested at several locations over the next seven months in a move to cut down on … Read More »
Updated Cycle to Work scheme includes e-bikes
E-bikes are now being included in the Department for Transport’s Cycle to Work scheme in a move to help drive their take-up by commuters.
Government campaign to drive awareness of biofuels
Filling stations across the UK are to start rolling out new labels to educate drivers on the benefits of biofuels.
Toyota accelerates EV plans and teams up with Subaru
Toyota is accelerating its electric vehicle plans as it also announces a partnership with Subaru to develop a joint EV platform.
Greenhous Fleet Services scoops Enterprise award
Greenhous Fleet Services has been awarded for its work with Enterprise Rent-A-Car with a special award.
Octopus Electric Vehicles and Wallbox partner on UK V2G solution
Octopus Electric Vehicles is offering Wallbox’s vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology to its customers, including through a bespoke ‘V2G bundle’.
Lexus launches online subscription service
Lexus is offering a new online subscription service that enables drivers to sign up for models on a monthly basis.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Volkswagen launches 48-hour e-Golf test drives
Volkswagen is offering extended test drives of the e-Golf to help drivers see how the electric hatchback could fit in with their everyday requirements.
More Low Emission Neighbourhoods to go live in London
Four more London boroughs are to establish Low Emission Neighbourhoods (LENs) in an effort to help incentivise ultra-low emission vehicle use.
Free2Move to launch car hire service
Free2Move, PSA’s mobility brand, has expanded into offering a short-term car hire service.
G3 makes senior appointments in operations and compliance
G3 Remarketing is underpinning plans for major expansion with two new appointments in operations and compliance.
New BP loyalty scheme to reward fleet drivers
BP has launched a new customer loyalty programme, aimed at both fleets and private drivers.
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