Natalie Middleton
Poor driver vision bringing crash risks, warns VSP
Drivers could be at risk of accidents through poor vision, leaving firms wide open to prosecution under health and safety and duty of care legislation if … Read More »
Engie acquires ChargePoint Services
French utility giant Engie has acquired ChargePoint Services for an undisclosed amount as it looks to expand in the EV charging sector.
ChargePoint launches new rapid charging sites in London
ChargePoint is to open a series of new rapid charging locations in central London as it supports the newly announced EV Infrastructure Delivery Plan.
VWFS | Fleet creates new head of fleet corporate service role
VWFS | Fleet has expanded its fleet team with a new head of fleet corporate service position.
Mayor of London drives plans for all new cars and vans to be electric by 2030
The Mayor of London has set out plans to develop a network of rapid charging hubs across the city, paving the way for a “electric revolution … Read More »
Kwik Fit expands ‘Mobile7’ tyre-fitting service further
Kwik Fit is enhancing its ‘Mobile7’ operation and rolling it out into new areas to bring fleets added flexibility with tyre replacement.
New hedgehog road sign to help improve road safety
Local authorities are being asked to use a new small mammal warning sign to help improve road safety and protect animals.
Grosvenor and EO Charging partner for plug-in vehicle lease package
EO Charging and Grosvenor Leasing have teamed up to offer a plug-in vehicle lease package designed to help fleets make the transition to electric vehicles.
Government funding to help rail commuters travel by bike
Thousands of rail commuters will be able to cycle to stations and lock their bikes securely under new government investment.
Hybrids best for CO2 reduction in short term, says Emissions Analytics
Governments and cities are being warned not to focus solely on the eco benefits of electric vehicles as latest research finds hybrids could provide the most … Read More »
Government urged to address grey fleet as it reinforces 2030 EV targets
The Government is pushing ahead with plans for a completely electric government fleet by 2030, including asking individual departments for updates on progress, but has also … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Masternaut launches real-time job tracking
Masternaut has launched a new solution for real-time job tracking to help fleets optimise field operations and customer service.
Car thefts rise 45% in five years
Reported car thefts have risen 45% in the last five years, with the West Midlands seeing the sharpest rise.
Hall’s Electrical becomes first Lightfoot reseller
Hall’s Electrical has signed up as the first UK-based reseller of Lightfoot, bringing commercial fleets easier access to the driver behaviour and rewards solution.
Asda sparks fuel price war with second cut in a week
Asda has cut fuel prices for the second time in a week, leading to calls for the other supermarkets to follow suit.
Car still essential for daily commute, say drivers
Attitudes to mobility may be fast-changing but almost three-quarters (73%) of British workers still believe their vehicle is essential to their daily commute.
Phil Webb to lead Honda fleet sales as Marc Samuel moves on
Honda UK has announced that Phil Webb, head of car, is to assume responsibility for the fleet sales operations team as Marc Samuel leaves the business.
Bristol mulls diesel car ban and charging Clean Air Zone
Bristol City Council is looking at two options to cut air pollution in line with legal requirements, including an eight-hour-a-day diesel car ban and a charging … Read More »
Red X camera enforcement now live
Drivers are being warned that motorway cameras are now being used to monitor red X lanes; with drivers facing a fixed penalty notice of a £100 … Read More »
Volvo unveils production-ready autonomous XC90 for Uber
Volvo and Uber have unveiled a fully autonomous production XC90 that could be used to provide autonomous ridesharing services in the future.
Quarter of UK drivers would welcome new motorway tolls
One in four (26%) drivers would be willing to pay new motorway tolls if they brought higher standards and less congestion.
Smartphone app from Freeway enables out-of-office fleet management
Fleet managers can now take control of important management issues while out of the office with the help of Freeway Fleet Systems’ smartphone app.
New BMW 3 Series Touring arrives September; PHEV due 2020
BMW has unveiled the new 3 Series Touring, which has been designed to offer increased interior space, improved handling and also heralds the model’s first plug-in … Read More »
Concerted action on transport needed to back UK’s net zero goal
Confirmation that the UK Government will legislate a 2050 net zero target for greenhouse gas emissions has been widely greeted by transport and environmental specialists but … Read More »
Government must introduce RIDDOR for driving at-work incidents, says GMB
The GMB union has called for a naming and shaming regime and stronger penalties where people are killed or seriously injured at work – including introducing … Read More »
