Natalie Middleton
Diesel-free Volvo S60 revealed
Volvo has unveiled its third-generation S60, which will provide it with a vital tool to expand in the US and Chinese sedan markets while ditching diesel … Read More »
Government still dragging feet on air quality, says air pollution super-inquiry
The Government has been accused of shying away from taking bold action on air quality in its response to a cross-party MP report on the issue.
Car and vans targeted under Birmingham clean air zone plans
Birmingham City Council has published plans for a clean air zone that would levy charges on drivers of non-compliant cars as well as vans and trucks … Read More »
Volkswagen and Ford talks could lead to joint vans
Volkswagen and Ford are exploring a strategic alliance that could see the carmakers jointly develop a range of commercial vehicles.
Consultation on clean air zone for Leeds to cover post-2020 ambitions
Leeds City Council is to start a statutory public consultation on its proposed clean air charging zone, including feedback on air quality solutions post-2020.
Hyundai and Audi tie-up on fuel cell tech development
Hyundai and Audi are partnering to develop joint fuel cell technologies for future models in a move to accelerate the fuel cell electric vehicle market.
Zap-Map route planner to enable longer EV journeys
Zap-Map has released a new smart Route Planner to help remove range anxiety for EV drivers planning longer electric journeys.
UK falling behind on road safety targets
The UK government is being urged to follow the EU’s lead and implement national road safety targets as latest figures show it’s one of the EU … Read More »
New epyx module to streamline damage recharging
Epyx has created a new tool to make car and van damage easier to manage for both fleets using daily rental and their suppliers.
Green Motion to continue with eco initiative
Green Motion has committed to a second year of running its carbon neutral offset scheme, enabling rental customers to help support eco initiatives.
Smart-grid solutions essential to power EV confidence
Cities must deploy smart-charging and storage systems or “face a total collapse of consumer confidence in EVs”.
77 more fraudsters found guilty in major crash-for-cash investigation
One of the largest investigations into car insurance fraud has now concluded with an additional 77 fraudsters found guilty.
Fleet and lease values still at near-record levels
The used car market remains in good health, with both overall and fleet and lease average values at BCA remaining at near-record levels in May.
Former Bletchley outpost gets EV charging
Wavendon House, a Grade II listed former outpost of Bletchley Park, has been fitted out with EV charging for residents with the help of funding from … Read More »
Peugeot launches last-mile commuter solution
Peugeot has made its first foray into the folding e-bike market as it looks to provide a solution for drivers tackling ‘last-mile’ commute issues.
Pricing announced for new Kia Ceed
Kia has revealed pricing for the new third-generation Ceed, which goes on sale on 1 August introducing new engine and driver assistance technologies.
Increased uptake of roadwork permits could cut disruption
More councils should look at adopting roadwork permit schemes to help cut congestion.
PCH demand drives new milestone for Lex broker division
Lex Autolease has hit a new milestone of 100,000 vehicles leased through its broker division, helped by strong take-up of PCH solutions.
Fleet Service GB online tool speeds up vehicle rental bookings
Fleet Service GB has launched a new tool to streamline the rental management process for cars and vans.
DriveTech white paper address grey fleet risks
Fleet risk and safety management specialist DriveTech has launched a free white paper on ‘The importance of managing your Grey Fleet and reducing risk’.
Renault to invest more than £880m in France for EVs
France is to become a centre of excellence for Renault’s electric vehicles with an investment of more than one billion euros (£880m) in development and production.
WLTP could curb SUV demand
Switching to the new WLTP fuel economy test cycle could mitigate drivers’ ongoing migration to SUVs due to the increased tax burden that such vehicles could face compared to … Read More »
EU road safety coalition commits to work towards zero traffic fatalities
A coalition of major players in the European car and automotive industry has signed a road safety pledge to contribute to achieving zero traffic fatalities by … Read More »
Government urged to hasten tougher sentencing for killer drivers
Sentencing changes that could see ‘killer’ drivers get life sentences have still not been implemented despite having been announced some eight months ago.
Mercedes ServiceCare plans now available online
Mercedes-Benz Vans has launched a new website to enable customers to research and buy ServiceCare maintenance plans online.
JLR launches unlimited-mileage car subscription service
Jaguar Land Rover’s InMotion Ventures mobility services arm has launched a new all-inclusive car subscription service targeted at high-mileage drivers.
