Natalie Middleton
Lower fuel prices reliant on lockdown lift
Petrol prices have hit a four-year low but lockdown conditions will need to be significantly eased for further reductions in fuel prices to happen.
Tony Greenidge moves into driving seat at IAM RoadSmart
Tony Greenidge has been appointed interim chief executive officer of IAM RoadSmart, tasked with leading the road safety charity’s work when lockdown conditions lift.
Europcar secures new funding to support phased restart post-lockdown
Europcar Mobility Group has put new financing measures in place as it prepares for a phased restart of operations.
Brake report guides fleets on road safety leadership
New guidance is now available to help fleet managers become more effective leaders for road safety, not only protecting their drivers but also other road users.
AFP goes live with online membership under new website
Fleet decision-makers and organisations can now apply to join the recently formed Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) through its new website.
Sustainable transport group’s five-point plan to kickstart green auto sales
Plans for scrappage schemes to restart car sales need to be targeted to ensure uptake of zero-emission, clean solutions, rather than promoting high CO2-emitting vehicles.
Thousands of drivers complete virtual speed awareness courses with DriveTech
More than 20,000 motorists have now completed online speed awareness courses with DriveTech, helping them avoid prosecution, points and fines.
Škoda bolsters emergency services with blue-light fleet loans
Škoda is working to support the vital work of emergency services teams across the UK, including providing loan vehicles from its existing blue-light fleet to customers … Read More »
Four key areas for fleets to cut costs and help cash flow
Fleet Logistics UK and Ireland (FLUK) and its parent firm Fleet Logistics Group have teamed up to offer guidance on fleets on how to operate more … Read More »
Coventry consultation on CAZ alternatives extended
Coventry City Council has extended its consultation on ways to cut emissions levels in the city without needing to introduce a charging Clean Air Zone.
Toyota and Hiyacar provide free rental cars for key workers
Toyota has reserved all its rental vehicles on the Hiyacar car sharing fleet for free use by key workers.
ALD Automotive teams up with Karshare to support key workers
Key workers in the Bristol area are being kept mobile with the support of a fleet of 33 vehicles from ALD Automotive.
Samsara Eco-Driving Report to help fleets uncover inefficient driving
Telematics specialist Samsara has introduced a new Eco-Driving Report to help fleets pinpoint exactly which employees are driving inefficiently while providing them with insight to incentivise … Read More »
Fleet shores up UK new car market as private demand crumples
Demand for new fleet cars has ensured the UK’s new car market was not completely wiped out in April, with 3,090 fleet cars registered compared to … Read More »
Mitsubishi vehicles to help Met during coronavirus crisis
Mitsubishi has put 10 vehicles on loan to help the Metropolitan Police Service with work during the coronavirus crisis.
SMEs get access to free Verizon Connect fleet solutions amid pandemic
Verizon Connect is offering new and existing customers free months of service on its fleet management platform, intelligent video solution and field management solution for SMEs.
Post-lockdown driver distraction dangers revealed in new webinar
The dangers of driver distractions post-lockdown have been revealed in a new webinar published by road safety organisations as they warn about increased risks.
Updated Kia Sportage gets RDE2-compliant mild hybrid diesel
Kia has updated its Sportage line-up with revised trim levels and a fully RDE2-compliant engine line-up, including a new mild hybrid diesel.
2020 Škoda Octavia pricing and specs revealed
The fourth-generation Škoda Octavia goes on sale in June, available in hatch and estate versions and priced from £22,390 OTR for launch editions.
Automotive Software Solutions takes majority stake in Clear Vehicle Data
Automotive Software Solutions has acquired a majority shareholding in Clear Vehicle Data, extending the firms’ existing partnership and bringing new developments in data services for the … Read More »
BVRLA appoints legal and membership director
Former BMW Financial Services head of strategy, Shashi Maharaj has joined the BVRLA as legal & membership director, responsible for the association’s governance, compliance and membership … Read More »
Met Police cracks down on lockdown speeding
‘Extreme’ speeders driving at excessive speeds in the capital during the lockdown are being warned that they face strong enforcement action by the Metropolitan Police and … Read More »
Postponing MOTs not good move for fleets, says FleetCheck
Car and van fleets should continue car and van MOT tests during lockdown, despite the current six-month suspension, to maintain safety and avoid a backlog at … Read More »
Safer voice-controlled systems could cut driver distraction, says TRL
Advances in voice-activated systems for in-car controls could significantly improve safety for drivers and other road users, according to research by the UK’s Transport Research Laboratory … Read More »
New Honda Jazz debuts front centre airbag system
Honda’s new Jazz is the first of the brand’s models in Europe to feature a new front-centre airbag as standard, bringing potentially significant reductions in injury … Read More »
Extended procurement partnership to bring extra benefits to public sector
The North East Procurement Organisation (NEPO) and The Procurement Partnership Limited (TPPL) have extended their partnership for a further five years, enhancing the vehicle purchasing power … Read More »
Used car and van markets to bounce back, predicts Shoreham
The country’s used car and van markets will bounce back once lockdown is over, reflecting key differences to the last recession in 2008 and helping to … Read More »
