Natalie Middleton
Transport Committee inquiry explores pavement parking ban
The Transport Committee has launched an inquiry to explore the problems of pavement parking in England and consider possible solutions – including a ban.
Bridgestone Europe closes TomTom Telematics acquisition
Bridgestone Europe is to power ahead with plans to become a “mobility solutions leader” after completing its acquisition of TomTom Telematics for €910m (£781m).
North East’s first triple decker junction to cut congestion
The North East’s first-ever triple decker junction is now open following a £75m Highways England scheme that will reduce journey times for drivers and cut congestion.
Speeding offences rise but postcode lottery remains
The number of drivers caught speeding in England and Wales rose 4% in 2017-18, with drivers still facing much higher chances of being caught under some … Read More »
Volkswagen models now available on subscription under Drover scheme
Volkswagen has signed up with car subscription firm Drover to offer drivers access to selected Volkswagen models for a monthly all-in subscription payment.
A grey cloud on the fleet horizon
While the outlook for the effects of clean air zones on traditional company car drivers may not be that gloomy, could storm clouds be gathering for … Read More »
New £201m road repair fund is ‘drop in the ocean’
The Government’s newly announced £201m road repair fund – and investment in technology – will help to address shortfalls in funding but is still a drop … Read More »
Applications open for e-Cargo Bike Grant Fund
Fleets can now sign up to receive a share of a total £2m funding for the acquisition of e-cargo bikes, in a move to support green … Read More »
Fleet managers have hugely influential role in Road to Zero Strategy, says Lex
Fleets can help ensure the success of the Government’s Road to Zero Strategy through implementing eco fleet policies and eliminating cash or car policies that are … Read More »
Newcastle University and Transport Systems Catapult to work on mobility solutions
Newcastle University and the Transport Systems Catapult (TSC) are to work together on future transport and urban environment solutions under a new agreement.
ALD announces board and management changes
ALD has announced proposed changes to its Board of Directors and within its general management and executive committee.
Volvo UK and Sweden MDs switch roles
Volvo Sweden managing director Kristian Elvefors is to assume the MD position at Volvo Car UK as current incumbent Jon Wakefield moves to Elvefors’ former role … Read More »
Highways England footage shows dangers of tailgating
Highways England has released new footage to remind drivers of the dangers of tailgating.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
West Midlands drivers to get ‘credits’ to ditch cars under £20m Future Mobility plans
Drivers in the West Midlands could be paid ‘credits’ to ditch their personal vehicles as part of a new £20m Future Mobility programme from Transport for … Read More »
Rising keyless car theft leads to record high in claims costs
A surge in vehicle crime, including keyless car theft, led to record insurance pay-outs in 2018, with more than £1m being paid every day in the … Read More »
Autonomous cars not viable business option for 10-15 years, says flexible leasing firm
Flexible car leasing company Cars on Demand says it currently has no plans to specifically invest in fully automated cars as its research finds consumer trust … Read More »
Arval EV charging sites to provide test ground for customers
Arval is continuing its work to help employees and customers make the switch to electric with plans to install charging points across its UK premises, including … Read More »
100+ Electric Forecourt network to revolutionise EV charging
Global energy business Gridserve is to roll out a UK-wide network of more than 100 ‘Electric Forecourts’ to bring low-cost, ultra-fast charging, backed by renewable energy … Read More »
Enterprise set to buy SHB Hire
Enterprise Rent-A-Car UK has signed an agreement to acquire commercial vehicle rental specialist, SHB Hire.
Pendragon appeal sees ‘common sense prevail’ on ex-fleet use vehicles
A court appeal that has overturned a previous Pendragon Motor Group conviction on a supposedly misleading used car advert could spell an end to “irrational prejudice … Read More »
Total cost of disposal is ‘missing piece in running costs equation’
Fleets and leasing companies are being urged to factor in total cost of disposal (TCD) as part of their total cost of ownership calculations to get … Read More »
RoSPA backs European Parliament proposal to scrap clock changes
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) is calling for the UK to scrap twice-yearly clock changes to help prevent serious injury and death … Read More »
Škoda Karoq and Kodiaq get new petrol engine
Škoda has expanded its Karoq and Kodiaq SUV line-ups with the addition of a new petrol unit; the result of continued growth in demand for petrol … Read More »
UK car production falls for ninth month running
UK car manufacturing tumbled 15.3% in February, marking the ninth consecutive month of downturn.
ABAX Environment Report to help fleets slash CO2
Abax has augmented its Triplog GPS telematics solution with a new feature to help fleets pinpoint where they need to cut CO2 and fuel, saving costs … Read More »
Curtis Hutchinson: Mitsubishi goes for growth
For most car makers 2018 was a tough year. Not so for Mitsubishi whose sales, powered by strong business demand, saw it grow faster than just … Read More »