Natalie Middleton
Roads policing review to explore distraction from in-car tech
The Department for Transport is launching a review into roads policing to explore ways of reducing road casualties and deaths after a plateau in recent years.
Covid-19 impact on fleets under focus in tomorrow’s AFP webinar
The first-ever webinar from the recently formed Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) is to take place tomorrow, 15 July, majoring on the effects of COVID-19 on … Read More »
Scrappage scheme still not on cards but drivers say incentives would spur EV switch
The Government is coming under growing pressure to introduce a scrappage scheme, as new research reveals how it could tip the balance in driver decisions on … Read More »
Selsia auto repairer finds novel way to protect customers during pandemic
Fleet and auto firms are developing innovative ways of working during the coronavirus crisis – as shown by a new initiative from car servicing and repair … Read More »
Cazoo acquires Imperial Car Supermarket to gain key infrastructure
Used car platform Cazoo has expanded in the UK just seven months after it officially launched in the marketplace.
Toyota safety screen helps protect private hire drivers and passengers
A new cabin safety screen is now available for Toyota private hire car operators to help keep protect drivers and passengers from in-cab coronavirus transmission.
LowCVP online forum on transport decarbonisation takes place tomorrow
LowCVP’s Annual Conference 2020 is to take place online tomorrow, exploring how we can accelerate the transition to net zero in road transport.
New subscription service aims to disrupt company car market
A new car subscription service for fleets has launched in the UK to provide all-inclusive business motoring and aimed at challenging traditional fleet leasing.
Covid-19 effect on fleet landscape under focus in Allstar webinar
The “seismic” impact of Covid-19 and its effects on the fuel and fleet landscape for the foreseeable future is to come under focus in a new … Read More »
Fleets, charging firms and government all have key role in ‘EV revolution’
Fleet electric vehicle adoption is crucial to accelerating EV take-up in the UK but operators, charge point firms and the Government need to take action to … Read More »
Updated Volvo On Call app to encourage PHEV drivers to plug in
Drivers of plug-in hybrid Volvos can now break down their driving patterns with the latest version of the Volvo On Call smartphone app; part of the … Read More »
Mazda MX-30 electric crossover: early details and specs
Mazda has revealed early details of its forthcoming MX-30 electric crossover, which is now available to pre-order in First Edition form and arrives early 2021.
Coronavirus legacy is reshaping car fleet management, says FleetCheck
Company cars will remain a core part of business operations but with fundamental differences in operation as a result of the coronavirus crisis.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Vehicle theft hits highest level in four years
Thefts of vehicles have risen by more than 50% to hit their highest level in four years.
New Enterprise car club creates low-emission transport hub
Enterprise has expanded into Amesbury, providing five new car club vehicles that are available 24/7 to enable local mobility options.
Over 350,000 home chargers expected in UK by 2025
Surging interest in plug-in cars will see more than 350,000 homes across the fitted with an electric home charging system in the next five years.
Carbon offset service eyes new car market
A new service has launched in the UK to enable used car buyers to offset their carbon emissions – with plans to expand into new cars, … Read More »
Millions lost from parking fees to hit councils hard
Councils are set to lose millions in parking fees and charges as a result of lockdown, prompting some difficult decisions ahead.
Private parking tickets up by a quarter
The number of parking tickets issued by private parking firms in the UK shot up by nearly a quarter (24%) in 2019/20, with a new ticket … Read More »
Styling upgrade for Peugeot 108
Peugeot’s 108 city car has been upgraded for 2020, featuring a new range of colour changes and interior trim enhancements to bring fresh new choices.
Fleets and auto sector overlooked in chancellor’s ‘mini-Budget’
Plans set out by the chancellor to get the UK economy back up and running have left the fleet and auto sectors disappointed for their lack … Read More »
SEAT el-Born electric concept to arrive as Cupra hot hatch
SEAT performance spin-off Cupra is to launch a hot hatch version of the SEAT el-Born concept next year in a change of plan for the brands.
Net Zero Transport Board meeting shapes government transport decarbonisation
The Department for Transport has held the first meeting of the Net Zero Transport Board; a group of industry leaders who will guide government transport decarbonisation … Read More »
Average values at BCA up 76% post-lockdown as used car demand rockets
Used car values at BCA rose 75.7% in June compared to April, illustrating the rocketing – and trend-bucking – demand being seen in the industry.
Oxford’s first rapid charger marks cornerstone in ‘world-first’ charging project
Oxford’s first rapid charger in Oxford has now gone live; part of plans to deliver a ‘world-first’ charging network to support widespread EV adoption.
