Natalie Middleton
Mike Wise takes director role at vGroup International
Industry stalwart Mike Wise has assumed a board-level role at vGroup International as the company embarks on latest expansion plans.
Vauxhall Grandland X gets top-of-the-range trim
Vauxhall has introduced a new top-of-the-range variant and diesel engine for its Grandland X SUV.
Clancy Group named latest DfBB Business Champion
Clancy Group, parent company of contractor Clancy Docwra, has become the latest Business Champion for the Driving for Better Business Campaign in recognition of its work … Read More »
Second-gen Toyota Safety Sense package to roll out from January
Toyota is to roll out the second-generation of its Safety Sense active safety package from 2018, with new and upgraded features.
BVRLA 2018 report focus: fleet industry’s challenges and opportunities
2018 will bring major developments for fleets in ULEVs and mobility services, according to the BVRLA’s 2018 Industry Outlook Report. Natalie Middleton analyses the main findings.
Increase in drink and drug driving convictions revealed in insurance quote data
Drink and drug driving offences are up year-on-year across the UK, according to new insurance quote data revealed by MoneySuperMarket.
Fleets urged to have say as Ultra-Low Emission Zone expansion consultation opens
A public consultation is now open on the proposed expansion of the London Ultra-Low Emission Zone up to the North & South circular, with fleets being … Read More »
Mobile user growth pushes web traffic to new record at Aston Barclay
Web traffic at Aston Barclay hit a new record in October, with the firm’s recently launched Buyer App playing a strong role.
Fleets warned to explain limits of partial automation
Fleets must ensure drivers know the limitations of assisted driving technologies before the benefits to road safety are realised, Thatcham Research has warned.
RAC campaigns for more caution around workside workers
Drivers are being urged ‘slow down, make space and move on’ when passing breakdowns as a new RAC image shows one of its patrol vans after … Read More »
Government plans for rail expansion under new strategy
Rail lines shut during the Beeching cuts of the 1960s could be reopened and more commuter lines offered as the Department for Transport looks to overhaul … Read More »
Call for entries for 2018 Fleet World Honours
Fleet service firms at the forefront of industry innovation are being urged to enter for next year’s Fleet World Honours for the chance to win recognition … Read More »
Salary sacrifice explained
Following reformation of the tax treatment of salary sacrifice schemes, HMRC has confirmed how legislation should be applied. Natalie Middleton looks at what’s happened.
Budget changes to steer drivers’ vehicle choices, finds CLM survey
Diesel tax changes in last week’s Autumn Budget will have a clear impact on drivers’ future vehicle choices, according to new research from CLM Fleet Management.
E-Pace and DS7 Crossback score five-star Euro NCAP ratings
Carmakers have been praised for their work in vehicle safety as latest Euro NCAP ratings show all eight vehicles achieved five-star results, supported by standard-fit Autonomous … Read More »
AFVs take-up soars as diesel records lowest market share in a decade
AFVs (alternative fuel vehicles) recorded a 5.5% share of the European new car market in October, following a 9.9% decline in diesel registrations.
Budget announcement on WLTP brings stability but BiK will still imminently rise
Confirmation in last week’s Budget that VED and Company Car Tax (CCT) will continue to be based on computer-generated NEDC (New European Driving Cycle) fuel economy and CO2 … Read More »
Council parking profits hit new record
English local authority ‘surpluses’ on parking operations rose 10% in the last financial year to hit a new record £819m.
Prevent keyless entry theft with a few simple measures
Drivers concerned over the growing trend of ‘relay’ car theft are being advised that there are a number of actions they can take to help keep … Read More »
Fleet Alliance scoops Leasing Broker of the Year Award
Glasgow-based Fleet Alliance has taken the Leasing Broker of the Year at the Leasing Broker Federation’s annual awards.
ACFO lambasts Budget ‘attack’ on Company Car Tax
ACFO has accused the Government of making “a tax grab at the expense of the company car” following the Autumn Budget announcement of an increased diesel … Read More »
QBE Insurance expands partnership with Autoglass
Autoglass and QBE Insurance have signed an expanded three-year partnership that will provide new digital customer service enhancements.
Lancashire to get 150 EV chargers
Chargemaster is to install 150 charging points in Lancashire following a successful bid by the county council to the Department for Transport’s Highway Maintenance Challenge Fund.
EV rapid charging mega sites to bring reduced tariffs for fleets
Fleets will be able to benefit from special charging tariffs for a network of solar-powered, fully off-grid electric vehicle charging centres due to go live in … Read More »
Radius Payments Solutions secures £150m investment
Radius Payment Solutions has secured a £150 investment from funds managed by private equity investment firm Inflexion.
Bank of Ireland UK completes acquisition of Marshall Leasing
Marshall Leasing has become part of Northridge Finance, Bank of Ireland UK’s car and asset finance business, following the completion of its acquisition.
Government looks to deploy national standard for bike-share schemes
The Government is considering a national standard for public bike share schemes to ensure they are appropriately introduced and managed.
Vehicle vandalism jumps 10% in three years
The number of vehicles vandalised in England and Wales has gone up by 10% in the last three years, police data has revealed.
HMRC publishes latest Advisory Fuel Rates
HM Revenue & Customs has announced Advisory Fuel Rates effective from 1 December,
Stark variations to speed enforcement revealed as offences hit 13-year high
New analysis has revealed large differences in the way police forces enforce speed limits and deal with speeding cases as offences hit a 13-year high.
