Natalie Middleton
Today in Fleet: Friday 21 April
All the key news in fleet… AA telematics solution can pre-empt up to a third of breakdowns The AA is to launch a new telematics device … Read More »
Progress on European new car emissions slows
CO2 emissions of new cars sold in the EU continued to fall last year but at a slower rate.
Volvo to launch first electric car in 2019
Volvo’s first electric car will be built in China and sold globally from 2019.
Today in Fleet – Thursday 20 April
All the key news in fleet… Groupe Renault UK appoints new managing director Groupe Renault UK has appointed Vincent Tourette as managing director, effective immediately. Tourette … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Wednesday 19 April
All the key news in fleet… SEAT reports best Q1 fleet results Continued growth in the true fleet channel helped SEAT UK Fleet secure its best … Read More »
New Citroën C5 Aircross to debut PHEV e-AWD tech
Citroën has revealed its Qashqai-rivalling C5 Aircross SUV, which will join the range in 2018 complete with a PHEV AWD model.
Jim McNally to head up remarketing at Alphabet
Alphabet’s Jim McNally has moved from his role as head of asset risk to become the company’s new head of remarketing and logistics.
Today in Fleet – Tuesday 18 April
All the key news in fleet… Royal Mail to offer UK-wide SMR solution for car and van fleets Royal Mail is to open up its UK-wide network … Read More »
Shanghai Motor Show: Key fleet models break cover
Citroën expands into large SUVs Citroën’s forthcoming C5 Aircross large SUV is to debut at the Shanghai Motor Show ahead of its launch in 2018. An … Read More »
Today in Fleet – 13 April
All the key news in fleet… Government investment in data critical for new mobility solutions Government inaction on solving data challenges will result in £15bn in … Read More »
New Thames tunnel to alleviate Dartford gridlock
Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has confirmed the planned route for the new Lower Thames Crossing, which will cut congestion at Dartford. Following a consultation a year … Read More »
Today in Fleet – 12 April
All the key news in fleet… Audi confirms new Q models Audi’s SUV line-up is to expand, with production of the Q4 confirmed to start … Read More »
New project to enable road charging based on vehicle emissions
Local authorities could soon charge vehicles based on their actual exhaust emissions, with £1m government funding allocated to developing the required technology.
New Volvo XC60 priced to target German SUVs
Volvo’s new XC60 has gone on sale, with entry-level pricing of £37,205 (OTR) competing directly with rivals such as the X3, Q5 and GLC.
Today in Fleet: 11th April
All the key news in fleet… Vehicle owners to be handed fines for littering Vehicle owners could receive penalty notices when it can be proved litter … Read More »
Honda begins fleet restructure ahead of new Civic launch
Honda has appointed Marc Samuel to lead its corporate fleet and SME operation under the newly created role of fleet sales operations manager.
Road repairs essential for deployment of autonomous cars
Ensuring zero tolerance for accidents on autonomous cars will require UK roads to be perfect.
Councils encouraged to bid for £490m road funding
Local authorities can now bid for a share of £490m to target congested local roads.
BCA to expand Bedford centre
BCA is to undertake a major expansion to its operation in Bedford to build capacity and enhance the range of services available.
HMRC to pilot digital income and expenses reporting
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has launched a pilot scheme that will develop a new solution to report income and expenses online.
BusinessWatch deploys ABAX Triplog to aid mileage record accuracy
Security specialist BusinessWatch has implemented the Triplog GPS vehicle tracking and mileage claim system across its 21-strong vehicle fleet.
Scottish councils rake in £40m in parking ‘profits’
Scotland’s councils made a £40.3m profit from parking charges and penalty income in 2015-16.
Oswald appointed chief financial officer at Alphabet
Alphabet GB has appointed Stefan Oswald as chief financial officer.
ULEZ-style schemes should be rolled out across UK, says London mayor
Meeting UK legal pollution limits will necessitate the nationwide rollout of a diesel scrappage scheme and low emission zones.
Nexus streamlines damage resolution
Corporate vehicle rental provider Nexus is rolling out a new damage resolution system to cut timescales and enhance its service.
Flat rate mileage and fuel expenses under focus in HMRC consultation
Fleets are being urged to have their say a new HMRC consultation document that questions whether flat rate expenses such as Approved Mileage Allowance Payments (AMAPs) … Read More »
Grosvenor Leasing fleet vehicle emissions fall to 108g/km
Average new lease car emissions on the Grosvenor Leasing fleet fell to 108g/km in 2016, ahead of the national average of 120.1g/km.
Vauxhall mileage capture app launches for business drivers
Vauxhall has launched a free app to enable drivers to log, submit and track business mileage.
Early introduction of London Ultra Low Emission Zone to impact diesels
Diesel vehicles that do not meet Euro 6 standards are to be impacted under plans by the Mayor of London for the early introduction of the … Read More »
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