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Dyson to launch electric vehicle by 2020
British technology company Dyson says it’s started work on a battery electric vehicle due by 2020.
Ford smart benches to offer free mobile charging and Wi-Fi access
Pedestrians in London will be able to charge their phone and use Wi-Fi for free and even monitor air pollution with the help of new Ford … Read More »
Mayor of London triggers high air pollution alert
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has reiterated his calls for a diesel scrappage fund as he issued the seventh ‘High’ air pollution alert in the last … Read More »
RVM Assist becomes part of Activate Group
Activate Group Limited (AGL), which provides fleet accident repair and insurance claims solutions, has acquired RVM Assist for an undisclosed amount.
Next-generation RAC Telematics units to bring enhanced capabilities
RAC Telematics is to drive the data capabilities of its next-generation of units with the installation of the latest hardware solution.
Poorly maintained roads causing significant damage to vehicles
The UK’s inadequate road surfaces are taking their toll on vehicles, with significant damage seen from as a result, according to Warranty Direct.
Punishing fleets for diesel use would be counter productive, says BVRLA
Implementing further taxes on diesel vehicles would be “grossly unfair” and could actually force fleet drivers into opting for higher-polluting vehicles under cash allowance schemes.
CBVC creates specialist business development manager role
Rick Wilson has joined fleet management and leasing firm CBVC in the newly created role of business development manager.
Prices revealed for Hyundai i30 N hot hatch
Hyundai has announced pricing and specs for the i30 N, the first performance car under its new N sub-brand.
LeasePlan tax guide covers OpRA and WLTP
LeasePlan has published its latest Fleet Funding and Taxation Guide providing up-to-date advice following far-reaching changes introduced in the Spring Budget and Finance Bill.
Mitsubishi scrappage deal offers £4k off Outlander PHEV
Mitsubishi has launched a scrappage scheme, offering a saving of up to £4,000 on models including the Outlander PHEV.
Aston Barclay to drive online bids and sales with new imaging tech
Aston Barclay has adopted new GardX SpinCar imaging technology, which it says should dramatically increase online bids and sales.
Autoglass ADAS calibration centre opens in Cardiff
Autoglass has opened a new centre in Cardiff to provide calibration services for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
Final places available for free ICFM ‘big data’ Masterclass
Fleets have just days left to book up for next week’s ICFM Masterclass focusing on ‘big data’ and its effects on the long-established fleet management model.
Ogilvie acquires Active Auto Solutions to spearhead rental expansion plans
Ogilvie Group, the parent company of Ogilvie Fleet, has acquired Active Auto Solutions as it pushes ahead with plans to expand its rental presence.
SMH Fleet Solutions owner acquires CD Auction Group
Arctos Holdings, owner of SMH Fleet Solutions and remarketing firm Hudson Kapel, has acquired online auction firm CD Auctions for an undisclosed amount.
New appointments at Daimler Fleet Management
Daimler Fleet Management has appointed four sales specialists as it continues to expand its multi-brand contract hire and leasing service to fleets of all sizes.
Leasys UK hits 10,000-vehicle landmark
Leasys UK, the contract hire company of FCA Bank, has passed the 10,000 figure for the number of vehicles currently on its fleet.
Free Vehicle Remarketing Association seminar to address challenges of 2018
The Vehicle Remarketing Association is to run a free seminar to provide a complete briefing of the major trends and legislative changes facing the car and … Read More »
National Accident Repair Group inks deal with Autoglass
The National Accident Repair Group has appointed Autoglass as its supply partner of choice for its network of body shop centres.
Supermarkets cut fuel prices in fresh pump price war
Asda has sparked a fuel price war which has now seen all of the big four supermarkets commit to cutting prices by up to 2 pence … Read More »
TfL refuses to renew Uber licence for London
Transport for London (TfL) is to strip Uber of its licence to operate in the capital after concluding that Uber London Limited “is not fit and … Read More »
Toyota makes hybrid available across RAV4 line-up
Toyota’s 2018 RAV4 will offer petrol-electric hybrid power across all model grades.
BMW X3 adds to engine line-up
BMW is to add two more engines to its X3 a month after the third-generation model launches.
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity turns to BMW for new rapid response vehicles
Midlands Air Ambulance Charity has implemented a fleet of BMW X5 rapid response vehicles, completing its air operations.
Renault Kadjar gets new petrol engine and CVT gearbox
Renault has updated its Kadjar crossover with its most power engine yet as well as the addition of a new CVT gearbox.
VisionTrack appoints commercial manager
Vehicle CCTV telematics specialist VisionTrack has appointed Richard Lane as commercial manager.
Greenpeace activists cling to diesel agenda with Volkswagen raid
Campaigners from Greenpeace have stormed a ship importing Volkswagen diesel cars into the UK as they call for the cars to be sent back to Germany.
Motorists still flouting mobile phone laws finds RAC survey
Nearly one in four drivers in Britain still illegally make or receive calls while driving, despite the doubling of penalties for the offence in March 2017.
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