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Everest deploys Dacia fleet for surveyors
Home improvement specialist Everest is implementing a fleet of 65 Dacia MCVs for its team of surveyors…
New electric delivery vehicle showcased for courier industry
A new electric delivery vehicle prototype that could cut emissions for couriers has been unveiled this week…
Ambulance fleet to save time and money using CrossClimate+ tyres
South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust is deploying Michelin CrossClimate+ tyres across its rapid response fleet to replace its previous winter/summer tyre policy…
Plug-in cars still not included in latest HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates
Newly published HMRC Advisory Fuel Rates are still missing figures for plug-in cars despite calls from the fleet industry.
Global Analytic Services appoints Gavin Amos
Gavin Amos has joined automotive services provider Global Analytic Services (GAS) as global valuation director.
New tool to cut driver distraction and keyless car theft
A new signal blocking device has been launched to help fleets eliminate driver distraction from mobile phone use, as well as keyless car theft…
UK fleets still exposing themselves to risk
Fleet operators are being urged to review their road risk procedures as new research finds a quarter of UK businesses do not conduct regular safety checks … Read More »
Audi revamps naming structure to embrace e-tron models
Audi is introducing a new global naming strategy for engine derivatives starting this autumn to denote engine output rather than capacity in line with the move … Read More »
One month left to apply for a Fleet Hero Award
Fleets at the forefront of green innovation have just one month left to enter for this year’s Fleet Hero Awards…
UK car manufacturing rises in July
UK car output rebounded in July as carmakers ramped up production ahead of summer factory shutdowns…
Make rural driving compulsory for learners, says Brake
Introducing mandatory lessons on rural roads for learner drivers could reduce fatalities and serious injuries on UK roads, according to Brake…
Electrical retailer improves driver behaviour with Lightfoot
Specialist electrical retailer Hughes has rolled out driver coaching technology from Lightfoot across its fleet after seeing a dramatic improvement in driver behaviour during trials…
VW Golf Sportsvan facelift to debut at Frankfurt
Volkswagen has previewed its facelift Golf Sportsvan, which debuts at this September’s Frankfurt Motor Show alongside the long-awaited T-Roc…
Grant scheme for hydrogen refuelling stations opens
The first stage of a new funding competition for both Hydrogen Refuelling Stations (HRS) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles has opened…
VW moves to strengthen customer confidence in software fixes
Volkswagen Group has written to a number of customers in a move to strengthen confidence in software fixes being deployed on diesel vehicles and to encourage … Read More »
Fleets recognised for EV uptake in LowCVP shortlist
The LowCVP has announced the shortlist for two more categories of the 2017 Low Carbon Champions Awards, which sees fleet operators and industry suppliers recognised for their work in championing ULEVs…
Citroën C-Zero named cheapest EV car to run
The Citroën C-Zero has been rated as the best value used electric vehicle currently on the market by cap hpi…
Integrated fleet telematics, insurance and claims management solution launches
Fleet insurance firm Telefleet has partnered with Masternaut and WNS Assistance to launch a new solution that integrates telematics, insurance products and claims management to help reduce fleet premiums.
Majority of motorway refuge area stops are ‘not emergencies’
Motorists are misusing the emergency refuge areas (ERAs) on Britain’s ‘smart’ motorways, with the majority of stops being made for non-emergency reasons…
Securitas deploys GreenRoad across fleet
Securitas is rolling out GreenRoad technology to track its entire UK fleet while monitoring driver behaviour…
Ford launches UK scrappage scheme for pre Euro-5 cars and vans
Ford is running a UK scrappage scheme enabling drivers of any make of car or van to upgrade to Euro 6 vehicles…
Fleet and lease values at record levels in July, reports BCA
July values rose to record levels in the fleet and lease sector with a rise in overall values too, latest figures from BCA show…
Aftermarket solution aims to tackle driver distraction
A new aftermarket device designed to monitor and warn distracted and drowsy drivers is now available.
Dash cams lulling drivers into false sense of security
Motorists investing in dash cams due to ‘crash-for-cash’ fears may not actually be protecting themselves and could lead to a reduction in the number of visible … Read More »
Fleet Evolution webinars to cover key fleet issues
Fleet Evolution is to run a series of webinars this autumn to provide advice on a number of crucial fleet areas for SMEs…
FuelGenie teams up with RAC to offer fleet discounts
Supermarket fuel card provider fuelGenie has teamed up with RAC Business to offer customers discounts on breakdown cover…
Q&A: Simon Turner, Driving for Better Business
The Driving for Better Business campaign has just celebrated its 10th anniversary with a complete refresh. Campaign director Simon Turner tells Fleet World how the campaign … Read More »
Average cost of motoring penalties up 13% in a year
The cost of motoring penalties for businesses reached £5.67m in the first half of this year, up 24% on the figure of £4.38m for H1 2016, … Read More »
Fiat 500s chosen for pizza delivery
Edinburgh-based Italian restaurant chain Vittoria Group has deployed 11 Fiat 500s to act as delivery vehicles for the company’s La Favorita brand…
Edinburgh embarks on third phase of 20mph rollout
The city of Edinburgh has started the third phase of the rollout to lower speeds in residential and shopping streets, as well as the city centre…
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