Natalie Middleton
UK car investment halves as Brexit uncertainty bites
The UK automotive industry is urging the Government to rethink its position on a Brexit customs union as UK car investment slumps to half what it … Read More »
£25m funding could bring self-driving services from 2020
Self-driving vehicle developers can now apply for a share of up to £25m to develop, demonstrate and trial technologies for connected and autonomous vehicles in real-world … Read More »
Zipcar’s one-way carsharing service launches in Westminster
Zipcar has signed a deal with Westminster City Council that will enable it to offer one-way car sharing throughout the London borough from early July.
Activa Contracts partners with Nationwide Mobile Repairs
Activa Contracts has become the first major contract hire and leasing firm to partner with Nationwide Mobile Repairs as it looks to open up the benefits … Read More »
Jaama’s ‘MyVehicle App’ gets host of new features for fleets
Jaama has updated its ‘MyVehicle App’ solution to bring a range of new functionality to aid fleet compliance and efficiency.
AdBlue breakdowns double in 2017
The number of breakdowns linked to AdBlue almost doubled last year to 23,000 according to the AA as driver ignorance over the chemical and its use … Read More »
Pricing and specs revealed for petrol-only i20
Hyundai has announced pricing and specs for its facelifted i20 five-door supermini, which is now on sale ahead of the launch of the three-door version.
One in 10 drivers think mobile phone risks are ‘overstated’
More visible police enforcement is needed to force ‘addicted’ mobile phone users to make the break.
New Ford Focus gets pothole detection tech
Ford’s fourth-generation Focus will gain a new pothole detection system that can reduce the impact – and the chances of damage – from hitting potholes.
Used car buyers turning to digital apps
City Auction Group has reported growing use of its buyer app as trade buyers increasingly use their smartphones to carry out business operations.
CLM launches dedicated Mini-lease website
CLM has launched a new dedicated website for its Mini-lease range of products following a surge in demand from corporate customers, both small and large.
Geotab expands into EV telematics with FleetCarma buy
Geotab has acquired electric vehicle telematics firm FleetCarma as it looks to position itself as a dominant player for EV fleet management.
Asda sparks further fuel price war
Asda has announced a further fuel price cut, marking its second in a fortnight, following further decreases in the cost of wholesale oil.
Prices announced for new Volkswagen Touareg
Order books have opened for the Volkswagen Touareg, which launches this summer with more aggressive styling and increased technology, including a smart new digital interior.
2018 BVRLA Fleet Technology Congress to introduce breakout sessions
Next month’s BVRLA Fleet Technology Congress will introduce new breakout sessions to explore salient industry issues in much deeper detail.
Birmingham clean air zone is ‘wake-up call to businesses’
Plans to charge car and van drivers for entering Birmingham city centre within two years should serve as a wake-up call to businesses in the area … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Honda marks first for Clesse UK fleet
Clesse UK, which designs, manufactures and supplies products for LPG and natural gas, has worked with Honda to deploy the first cars on its fleet.
Nexus scores record rentals in H1
Nexus Vehicle Rental processed a record number of bookings in the first half of 2018, with the firm crediting the rise to innovation in technology and … Read More »
PCH continues to erode fleet leasing market
The UK’s fleet leasing sector declined faster than the overall market during the first quarter of the year, with demand for personal contract hire rising during … Read More »
Southampton opens consultation on clean air zone plans
Southampton City Council has published full details of its proposed ‘Class B’ clean air zone for buses, taxis and HGVs as it goes live with a … Read More »
LPG vehicles available for free fleet trials
Fleets and councils are being invited to trial LPG vehicles, including vans and black cabs, to evaluate the cost and eco-saving benefits.
Free TMC guide dispels confusion over business mileage
TMC has launched a new guide over what constitutes business mileage as it looks to dispel confusion on the subject.
Confusion over DVLA policies leaving fleets exposed to risk
Fleet managers should revisit their driver vision policies to ensure they’re correctly carrying out their duty of care by informing the DVLA of any sight issues.
More power and safety kit for 2019 Mazda MX-5
Mazda’s refreshed MX-5 is to go on sale in Europe this summer, bringing increased power and safety equipment.
Free charging for EV drivers
InstaVolt and Pod Point are both offering free charging for EV drivers to mark Clean Air Day today.
ERM targets fleets and OEMs with anti-ransomware solution
ERM Advanced Telematics has developed a new solution that it says can protect vehicles against ransomware and other cyber-attacks.
