Natalie Middleton
UK’s major roads more congested than ever, say motorists
Traffic jams on major roads in the UK have increased over the last year, according to a survey of motorists.
ACFO to assess impact of Budget in forthcoming webinar
ACFO is to run a post-Budget webinar to provide members with an insight into the fleet impact of all announcements.
Call for mandatory Clean Air Zones as 44 cities breach WHO guidelines
The Government is being urged to expand Clean Air Zones nationwide as new research finds that 44 UK cities are in breach of recommended World Health … Read More »
New-look bikes join London cycle hire scheme
TfL has updated its cycle hire scheme with new-generation bikes as it also expands the scheme in Brixton.
Harrods rings changes for staff with new salary sacrifice scheme
Harrods has implemented a salary sacrifice scheme from Tusker as part of an overhaul of staff benefits.
FleetCheck to launch consultancy service
FleetCheck is developing a new consultancy service as it highlights its expertise and knowledge of fleet issues, particularly for SMEs.
Best practice approach drives Arval incident ratio to record low
Arval is highlighting the benefits to fleets of a sustained driver safety programme as the incident ratio for its in-house company car fleet reaches a record … Read More »
A90 goes live with average speed cameras
Average speed cameras are now operational along a 51.5 mile stretch of the A90 between Dundee and Stonehaven, replacing the existing fixed and mobile camera enforcement … Read More »
Exclusive Skoda service to bring cost-saving benefits for SMEs
SMEs can now access benefits including real-time fleet data and a no-quibble tyre replacement and 24 hour on-call solution under a new service from Skoda.
Pendragon publishes free corporate tax guide
A new free corporate tax guide that pulls together rates and information for business vehicle fleets, employers and drivers is now available from Pendragon Vehicle Management.
Mercedes-Benz X-Class to put focus on higher specification
Mercedes-Benz has announced pricing and specification for its X-Class 4×4 double cab pick-up, which is aimed at customers looking for a vehicle to bridge work and … Read More »
Northern Ireland Ambulance Service awards SMR deal to Epyx
The Northern Ireland Ambulance Service has renewed a deal to use service and maintenance technology from Epyx for its fleet.
NHS Fife replaces grey fleet with car club
NHS Fife is to cut CO2 and costs by providing grey fleet drivers with access to vehicles from Enterprise Car Club.
Cap to expand data operations under new director role
Cap HPI has appointed Debbie Cappell in the newly created role of data operations director as it looks to expand its data operation and speed up … Read More »
2017 Fleet Hero finalists revealed
Fleets including British Gas and West Yorkshire Police have been short-listed for the 2017 Energy Saving Trust Fleet Hero Awards.
LeasePlan and TomTom Telematics to offer fleet management with cloud-based tech
LeasePlan is to offer latest fleet management technology to its corporate customers under a new partnership with TomTom.
Hyundai’s Martin Wilson appointed managing director at Thrifty
Thrifty has announced the appointment of a new managing director as current incumbent Roger Hancock takes on the role of chairman.
SGFleet integrates Fleet Hire and Motiva into new branding structure
SGFleet has launched a new brand structure that integrates the recently acquired Fleet Hire and Motiva businesses.
Projects receive funding to test automated vehicles in live traffic
Four projects that will test connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) technology have scooped £51m in government funding.
Road upgrades face delays as Highways England updates programme
Highways England has updated its £15bn road improvement programme with 10 schemes brought forwards but six schemes paused “for further review” to achieve an “acceptable return … Read More »
Housing association to drive down grey fleet usage with car club
Wakefield housing association WDH has introduced two car club cars at its Castleford head offices as it looks to reduce cut back on employees using their … Read More »
Aston Barclay ramps up auction network for EV sales
Aston Barclay has installed twin electric vehicle chargers across its network to ensure the company is fully prepared for the growing number of electric and plug-in … Read More »
Fleets offered free resources on cutting speeding for UK Road Safety Week
Employers can receive free resources on tackling speeding, including case studies, by signing up to this year’s UK Road Safety Week.
UK’s worst traffic jams revealed
Traffic congestion cost the UK economy an estimated £9bn according to Inrix, which as revealed the worst jams over the past 12 months.
Toyota fuel cell concept targets 600+-mile range
Toyota is to showcase its latest fuel cell vehicle developments with a new concept at the Tokyo Moto Show next week.
Government pushes ahead with mandating EV charge points at forecourts
Plans to make electric vehicle charge points mandatory at motorway services and large petrol retailers have taken a step forwards along with developments in insurance for … Read More »
Chevin revamps FleetWave with new user interface
Chevin has implemented the first in a series of phases that will bring a new user interface experience for its flagship FleetWave fleet and asset management … Read More »
Half of drivers overpay for parking
More than half (54%) of drivers in the UK have overpaid for parking by 20 minutes or more, leading to calls for parking providers to make … Read More »
Rural passengers missing out on urban mobility innovations, finds TSC
Mobility providers are being urged not to forget rural populations as new digitally-enabled mobility services roll out in urban areas.
Mitsubishi’s Lance Bradley to step down as MD in 2018
Lance Bradley, managing director of Mitsubishi Motors in the UK, is to step down as MD at the end of March 2018.
