Natalie Middleton
Real-world fleet fuel consumption gap shows signs of slowdown
The gap between official and real-world fuel consumption/CO2 emissions plateaued in 2017 for the first time in years, including for company cars.
BMW 7 Series Plug-in Hybrids bring extra range and performance
BMW has announced further details of its Plug-in Hybrid 7 Series models, which bring increased performance and emissions-free capabilities.
New EU-Japan trade deal could see Japanese brands gain ground in UK
UK car buyers may shift away from European car brands in favour of Japanese rivals as a result of the new EU-Japan trade deal.
Fleets urged to revisit electric vehicle thinking
Fleets that have previously discounted electric vehicles should make a point of monitoring the EV market over 2019 to see how things are fast-changing.
Uber adds 15ppm ‘Clean Air Fee’ to fund switch to EVs
Uber has added a 15p per mile fee onto every trip taken through its app in London to help drivers switch to electric vehicles.
Company car drivers get more devious over vehicle damage
The number of employees not reporting minor damage has nearly doubled in the last three years, new research from Venson Automotive Solutions finds.
First VW T-Cross SUV models go on sale
Volkswagen has launched a First Edition model of its new T-Cross compact crossover ahead of the full range opening for order in March.
All-electric airport shuttle service launches
A new electric car shuttle service for airports has opened in the UK to help cut congestion and air pollution.
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Keyless theft is ‘harsh reality’, says Tracker
Car theft is on the rise again, with keyless technology a prime reason for the increase.
Fiat 500X gets S-Design treatment
Fiat is adding an S-Design trim to its 500X line-up to bring exclusive styling features.
Renault Zoe gets flagship S Edition models
Renault has updated its Zoe electric supermini with a new S Edition trim that brings extra equipment for less.
Plastic road trial could end potholes on UK roads
The Government is investing £23m in trials of new road surface materials and pothole repair techniques that could put an end to the ubiquitous sight of … Read More »
Free workshop programme to help local authorities with low-emission transport policies
Local authorities are being invited to sign up to free best practice workshops that can help them implement low emission transport policy and wider Mobility as … Read More »
ACFO brings support for ‘year of major change’ for fleets
ACFO is introducing a new website and webinar/seminar programme for 2019 as it supports fleets facing ‘a year of major change’.
No-deal Brexit threat halves UK automotive investment
UK automotive investment and production plummeted in 2018, hit by fears of a no-deal Brexit.
Civica tech to transform collision reporting for police forces
Police forces in England and Wales are rolling out latest collision reporting technology from Civica to improve road safety while reducing police workloads.
Renault to advance electrification plans with fifth-gen Clio
Renault has previewed the fifth-generation Clio, which makes its debut at the Geneva Motor Show and will play a key role in the brand’s plans for … Read More »
Inaugural Great British Fleet Event proves huge success with visitors and exhibitors
Responses are pouring in from visitors and exhibitors at the first-ever Great British Fleet Event, highlighting the success of the event at publicising the latest fleet … Read More »
BVRLA membership hits all-time high
BVRLA membership reached a 20-year high in 2018 as the association scaled up its operations to meet the needs of a growing and increasingly diverse membership.
‘No excuse’ for fleets not to make weather provisions, says FleetCheck
Fleets have a moral responsibility – and even potentially a legal one – to ensure that employees have detailed guidance about travelling in wintry conditions, and … Read More »
Diesel sees lowest European new car market share since 2001
The European new car market remained stable during 2018, with alternatively fuelled vehicles seeing their best-every year while diesel registrations hit a low.
Fears Congestion Charge changes will push up minicab prices prove well founded
Concerns that Sadiq Khan’s move to remove Congestion Charge exemption from private hire vehicles have already proved well founded as Green Tomato Cars says it’s pushing up … Read More »
Škoda previews new Kamiq crossover
Škoda has published the first sketches of its forthcoming urban crossover just days after it confirmed the new model will be called Kamiq.
PVS Asset Finance gears up for growth following FCA regulatory approval
PVS Asset Finance is set to expand after gaining regulatory approval from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
New Vauxhall Care service plans bring peace of mind for opt-out drivers
Vauxhall has partnered with EMaC to launch Vauxhall Care new and nearly new service plans.
Smart motorways could catch more fleet drivers speeding
The growing use of smart motorways across the UK will increase the need for regular driver licence checking because of the increased capture of speeding events.
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