Natalie Middleton
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.
Jaguar XF diesels escape 4% BiK surcharge
Jaguar has updated its XF Saloon and XF Sportbrake range to bring lower CO2 emissions for rear-wheel drive diesel models along with latest connected technology and … Read More »
Kerbside charging marks ‘world first’ for EVs
New public kerbside charging and connectivity technology has been demonstrated in London today to show how the Government’s electric vehicle ambitions could be turned into reality.
Airmax Remote achieves ISO 9001:2015 certification
Telematics specialist Airmax Remote has secured the new ISO 9001:2015 (standard of Quality Management Systems) certificate.
Industry mourns loss of former Thatcham chief executive
Former Thatcham Research chief executive Peter Shaw has passed away after losing his battle with a brain tumour.
2019 Nissan Micra updates bring lower-CO2 petrol engine
Nissan has revised its fifth-generation Micra for 2019 with two new petrol engines, a new N-Sport grade and a new automatic gearbox.
Pre-booked parking can help cut emissions
Pre-booking parking rather than driving around looking for a parking spot could help with the drive to reduce air pollution, as well as saving time and … Read More »
Grey fleet challenges at ‘epidemic proportions’ as more drivers opt out
Fleets are leaving themselves exposed to Duty of Care risks as more drivers opt out of company cars and into grey fleet vehicles.
Green Motion seeks franchisees as part of expansion programme
Low emission vehicle rental firm Green Motion is looking for further franchisees as it accelerates its expansion in 2019.
New DriveTech white paper explores issue of autonomous vehicles and driver safety
DriveTech has launched its latest white paper, looking at ‘Autonomous vehicles – will they be safer and where does this leave the “driver”?’
Addison Lee shifts from Ford to Volkswagen for latest fleet deal
Addison Lee Group is investing £41m in a 1,200 Volkswagen Sharan fleet, marking a shift from the existing Ford Galaxy specified two years ago.
