Natalie Middleton
Rapid increase in ADAS devices requires new repair strategies for fleets, says epyx
The fast-rising use of ADAS safety devices on fleet vehicles means fleets need new strategies to handle their repair.
Nissan Motor GB names new managing director
Nissan Motor GB has appointed Kalyana Sivagnanam as managing director with immediate effect.
Electric and hybrid used values on the rise
Electric and hybrid used car values are showing a clear upward move, reflecting rising buyer confidence in such vehicles.
350kW-ready charging station opens in UK
The UK’s first ultra fast charging station has opened in Sunderland, bringing a charging capacity of up to 350kW.
VW unveils ID Roomzz electric SUV
Volkswagen has revealed its ID Roomzz seven-seater electric SUV concept ahead of the production model’s arrival in China from 2021.
Fleet and lease values rise in March
Average values for fleet and lease saw a slight rise in March, latest figures from BCA show.
Brake seminar to help fleets develop work-related road safety programmes
Brake is to run a seminar that will share best practice in introducing, maintaining and developing a comprehensive, risk-led, work-related road safety programme.
Volvo to rekindle relationships with large corporates under new role
Volvo has appointed a new business sales manager as it looks to create and rekindle opportunities with large corporates.
Fleets urged to fight for open access to connected car data
Fleet software specialist FleetCheck has waded into the ongoing connected car data ownership debate, urging fleets to back a new call for open access to such … Read More »
Fifth-gen Corsa to bring considerably lower fuel and CO2 figures
Vauxhall’s fifth-generation Corsa will offer a considerable reduction in fuel consumption and CO2 emissions; the result of a drastic weight loss as well as enhanced aerodynamics … Read More »
Second wave of Easter getaway traffic gets underway
A “significant” second wave of Easter getaway traffic is to take place over this week, with around 15 million leisure car journeys expected to be taken … Read More »
‘End of the road’ for traditional leasing agreements
Increasing fleet requirements for more flexible vehicle supply could spell the end of the 36 and 48-month traditional vehicle leasing agreement.
UK true fleet sees lowest March figures since 2014
The UK’s true fleet sector has recorded another negative month in 2019 despite March traditionally being the strongest month of the year due to the plate … Read More »
Ford Focus and Fiesta get keyless theft-proof tech
Ford is launching new security technology to help prevent keyless theft of its models.
Destination unknown: The future for fleet fuel choices
The once-simple decision of what fuel type to opt for with fleet cars has become somewhat more problematic. Natalie Middleton looks at the choices available for … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Winners of European Startup Prize for Mobility 2019 revealed
The winners of the 2019 European Startup Prize for Mobility 2019 have been announced, including the UK’s Karhoo taxi/PHV app booking service.
£1 vehicle rentals firm reaches first anniversary in UK
Rental platform DriiveMe, which lets travellers hire a car or a van for just £1, has reached its first anniversary in the UK.
Leasys’ U-Go car sharing scheme to arrive in UK
Leasys, part of the FCA Bank Group, is to launch its U-Go peer-to-peer car sharing scheme in the UK as part of its European roll-out.
New tech to help clamp down on driver mobile phone use
Police forces in the Thames Valley and Hampshire are rolling out new technology to aid more proactive targeting of driver mobile phone use.
Number of licensed vehicles rises despite declining registrations
The Department for Transport has published its annual vehicle licensing statistics, showing a slight rise in the number of licensed vehicles in Great Britain despite a … Read More »
Falkirk Council expands EV fleet
Falkirk Council has deployed 10 more Kia Soul EVs, taking its electric vehicle fleet to 45 vehicles in total.
Co-wheels ramps up corporate grey fleet focus under new investment
Car sharing specialist Co-wheels Car Club is to expand its fleet and ramp up its focus on corporate grey fleet mobility alternatives after securing investment.
SEAT optimises fleet aftersales service with wide-ranging perks
SEAT has further enhanced its services for fleets and company car drivers with a new benefits package.
Rising foreign driver licence exchanges bring fleet risk issues
Fleets are being urged to take a proactive stance on driver licence checking and training as the number of foreign driver licence exchanges rises.
Brexit extension must be used to take ‘no deal’ off table, says SMMT
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has responded to today’s announcement of a Brexit extension as it continues its calls for a no deal … Read More »
Expenses keeping SME owners up at night
Financial concerns are literally giving small business owners sleepless nights, with 42% admitting that concerns about managing business expenses are keeping them up at night.
