Natalie Middleton
New car CO2 emissions in Europe rise for first time in decade
Average CO2 emissions from new cars in Europe increased by 0.3g/km in 2017; the first rise in 10 years.
TTC DriverProtect powers fleet safety focus with GreenRoad
Road safety specialist TTC is deploying GreenRoad technologies across its new DriverProtect suite of services to bring a fleet risk solution with a focus on behavioural change.
Appetite for used diesels at auction remains robust
Used car demand for diesels continues to soar, in sharp contrast to new car registrations.
James Dower joins Adesa Remarketing
James Dower, previously senior editor of Cap HPI’s Black Book in the UK, has joined Adesa Remarketing as head of business development.
Mileage tool brings significant savings for grey fleets
Fleets using Airmax Remote’s Grey Fleet Remote Mileage Manager are seeing a significant fall in inaccurate mileage claims, resulting in major savings according to the firm.
Fears for spring pothole plague in wake of freezing weather
Last week’s extreme cold snap could lead to a spring pothole plague across the UK, according to the RAC.
Ditch company cars at your peril, says Maxxia
Fleets are being warned of the ramifications of switching away from company cars as growing numbers of businesses look at turning to cash allowances instead.
Oxford Zero Emission Zone plans gather pace
Oxford City Council is pushing ahead with plans to ban petrol and diesel cars from the city centre by the end of the decade, saying it … Read More »
Fleets still broadly unaware of impact of WLTP, says Arval
Fleets are being urged to get to grips with the recently implemented EU fuel consumption and emissions test as Arval research indicates that many have been … Read More »
Volume carmakers “stalling” on standard-fit AEB
The UK’s highest-selling car brands have been accused of “stalling” on standard fitment of Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) as new research finds the technology is still … Read More »
Richard Hill appointed managing director of DriverMetrics
Fleet risk management specialist DriverMetrics has appointed Richard Hill as managing director.
Facelifted Nissan Juke gets new tech
Nissan has refreshed its Juke compact crossover with new styling, personalisation and technology.
ICFM conference to spotlight emissions dilemma
The ICFM is expecting to see record attendance for its 2018 conference, which will put the focus on future fleet fuels and the emissions dilemma.
February brings respite from ongoing fuel price rises
Petrol and diesel prices fell 2p a litre in February following three consecutive months of fuel price increases.
Upgraded Nissan concept debuts Brain-to-Vehicle tech
Nissan has unveiled an upgraded version of its IMx electric concept vehicle, featuring a new look and Brain-to-Vehicle (B2V) technology.
Volvo XC40 named European Car of the Year
The Volvo XC40 has taken the European Car of the Year 2018 award, fending off runners-up including the Seat Ibiza and BMW 5 Series.
Hyundai reveals new design language
Hyundai has previewed its future design direction with the unveiling of the ‘Le Fil Rouge’ design concept at the Geneva Motor Show.
Renault shares vision of electric ride-hailing with EZ-GO concept
Renault has shown how it thinks shared urban mobility could look in the future with the unveiling of its EZ-GO concept at the Geneva Motor Show.
Third-generation Ceed Sportswagon to trump Mondeo on boot space
Kia has unveiled its third-generation Ceed Sportswagon, which brings increased boot space to rival models from the next segment up.
Honda confirms 2019 launch for electric city car
Honda is to open order books for its first battery-electric vehicle in Europe in early 2019.
New telematics brand to target fleets of all sizes
Telecomms giant Verizon has created a new Verizon Connect business to bring its Telogis, Fleetmatics and Movildata brands under one roof.
Vauxhall Grandland X now available with adaptive traction control
Vauxhall has introduced its fully electronic IntelliGrip traction control system on the Grandland X SUV, bringing enhanced grip and stability.
VRA to put forward best-practice guidelines on ASA ruling
Best practice guidelines on how to handle the recent Advertising Standards Authority ruling on previous business use cars are to come under focus at the next … Read More »
Shropshire Council puts benefits of Enterprise Car Club to test
Shropshire Council is trialling an Enterprise Car Club scheme to assess the cost and CO2-saving benefits.
Fleet Evolution expands team with business strategy recruit
Salary sacrifice and car benefits specialist Fleet Evolution has appointed Jordan Hastelow to drive its future business strategy.
Kwik Fit Fleet picks up two honours at Alphabet Supplier Awards
Alphabet has named the winners of its 2018 Supplier Awards, with Kwik Fit Fleet having secured a double award win.
Aston Barclay to invest £1m in Chelmsford
Aston Barclay has announced plans to invest £1m into its Chelmsford auction site this year, increasing capacity and introducing a twin turntable inspection bay.
Quarter of employees put of meetings to avoid expense pay-out
One in four employed adults have postponed or cancelled a meeting to avoid the personal expense pay out.
AI-based technology helps eliminate range anxiety for EV fleet
Essex-based health and care organisation Provide is deploying an artificial intelligence-based journey prediction solution across its expanding Nissan Leaf EV fleet to eliminate range anxiety and … Read More »
