Natalie Middleton
Lack of access to connected car data hindering fleet benefits, says epyx
The benefits of connected cars for fleet operators are being restricted due to a lack of access to real-time data.
Kinesis seeks telematics tech partnerships with fleet suppliers
Kinesis is looking to develop further fleet supplier partnerships for its cloud-based vehicle tracking service under a new reseller programme covering the UK and overseas.
Free Now celebrates rebrand with Taxi Hunt
The former Daimler ‘mytaxi’ app has launched a taxi hunt as it marks its rebrand to ‘Free Now’.
Ben Creswick named MD at JCT600 VLS
JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions commercial director Ben Creswick has taken over as managing director with immediate effect.
New electric vehicle noise law fails to tackle ‘silent killers’, says Brigade
A law that forces new electric vehicles to have a noise-emitting device does not go far enough in ensuring safety for vulnerable road users.
Braintree to mark first of 100+ Electric Forecourt network
Gridserve has submitted a planning application to build the first of a 100-plus ‘Electric Forecourt’ network in the UK as it pushes ahead with plans to … Read More »
Santander expands remarketing partnership with Aston Barclay
Santander Consumer Finance (UK) plc has expanded its remarketing partnership with Aston Barclay with the addition of monthly sales at the Wakefield site.
Number of rapid chargers in Cardiff city centre to double
Cardiff Council is deploying 12 rapid EV charge points from Engenie, more than doubling the number of rapid chargers in the city centre.
EVBox and Smappee to roll out solar-powered smart charging
Global charging station manufacturer EVBox and smart energy management pioneer Smappee are rolling out smart charging products globally under a new multi-year agreement.
Mobility solutions unlikely to replace company cars, fleets say
Interest in mobility solutions is increasing but few businesses would be willing to give up their company cars and use a mobility solution instead.
Long-term funding essential to address UK’s crumbling roads, say MPs
The extreme state of disrepair of the English local road network will only be sorted by a ‘front-loaded’ five-year funding settlement.
Government gets tough on vehicle idling
The Government is pushing ahead with plans to increase fines on drivers leaving engines idling while parked – with a consultation due to launch soon.
HMRC data shows ‘unsupportive’ tax regime forcing opt-out drivers
New Benefit-in-Kind statistics published by HMRC reinforce the need for the Government to support the company car market by taking action to address the vehicle tax … Read More »
Fleets invited to have say on Bristol Clean Air Zone plans
Bristol City Council has opened its Traffic Clean Air Zone consultation, providing fleets with an opportunity to give their views on the two proposed options.
Ubitricity UK plans for expansion under new managing director
Daniel Bentham has joined on-street charging specialist Ubitricity UK as managing director.
Electric vehicle car club goes live in East Herts
E-Car Club has deployed an electric vehicle club for East Herts District Council – with local drivers able to use vehicles out of hours.
Fleets commit to going electric for London Climate Action Week
Two more fleets have signed up to go electric under the EV100 initiative as part of the Mayor of London’s inaugural London Climate Action Week (1-8 July).
Extended Volvo test drives on offer under enhanced service
Volvo has launched a new test drive service that brings a flexible booking service and a choice of test drive locations as well as the option … Read More »
Fleet Alliance fleet breaks billion pound barrier
Fleet Alliance Group now manages a fleet valued at £1bn following a 48% increase in the number of vehicles in less than a year.
Future for Astra production at Ellesmere depends on Brexit, says PSA
PSA has said that it will only build the next generation of the Vauxhall/Opel Astra at Ellesmere Port if the terms of the Brexit deal prove … Read More »
Fleet giants warn of record number of opt-out drivers
Members of the Michelin Fleet Panel – which includes representatives from some of the UK’s biggest leasing, fleet management and rental companies – are calling for … Read More »
Hybrids remain ‘real disruptor’ to new car market
Diesel sales are unlikely to recover in the foreseeable future from the various blows dealt to them, putting hybrids rather than electric or petrol vehicles in … Read More »
Government slammed by House of Lords for ‘rushing through’ net zero
The House of Lords has “rebuked” the Government for committing the UK to a net zero emissions target with “little scrutiny and no plan for how … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Over half of drivers speed in 30mph zones
More than half (52%) of car drivers speed in 30mph zones, leading to calls for concerted action to tackle speeding.
Ford to cut 12,000 jobs in Europe under restructuring plans
Ford has announced that around 12,000 jobs are to go in Europe in line with restructuring plans intended to bring the carmaker back into profit.
Curtis Hutchinson: Hyundai’s fleet vision
How the erstwhile retail brand’s focus has changed to the business sector and the role played by electrification.