Natalie Middleton
Welsh council parking profits rise for third year
Local authorities in Wales made a ‘profit’ of £13.8m on their parking activities in the last financial year, new research finds.
Chancellor urged to promote not penalise ULEV take-up
The Chancellor is being urged to rethink plans to reduce benefits for ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs) drivers ahead of the Autumn Statement on 23 November.
Fuel Card Services awarded Cyber Essentials Plus certification
Fuel Card Services is now Cyber Essentials Plus certified after being recognised for its work to protect data.
TomTom Traffic updated with roadworks and traffic management data from Elgin
TomTom has teamed up with Elgin, the creator of roadworks.org, to deliver more accurate and validated real-time traffic information to fleet managers and traffic management professionals.
2016 ACFO Awards mark ‘watershed year’ for electric vehicles
Fleet managers have named their 2016 ACFO award winners, with three of the seven accolades recognising plug-in cars.
Government whiplash crackdown could drive down insurance premiums
The Ministry of Justice has launched a consultation on proposals that could cut insurance premiums for motorists.
Vauxhall to expand SUV range with 2017 Grandland X
Vauxhall has confirmed details for its third SUV, which joins the line-up from 2017 and will be dubbed the Grandland X.
Demand for electric cars surges as used car market reaches record level
Growth in the used car market continued in the third quarter of 2016 with a record 2,148,050 vehicles sold and accelerated demand for ultra-low emission vehicles.
Over half of drivers supportive of diesel bans in polluted areas
An increasing number of motorists are concerned about emissions, with the majority supportive of bolder action, including bans on diesel cars.
Newly appointed head of transport at Cenex to help fleets drive down CO2
Cenex – the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon technologies – has appointed Steve Carroll to lead its work on helping large fleet owners … Read More »
Chancellor urged to consider diesel subsidies for fleets as part of any emissions crackdown
Possible plans by the Government to crack down on diesel emissions should be accompanied by subsidies for affected fleets. So says accountancy firm Menzies LLP in … Read More »
Mazda CX-5 unveiled in Los Angeles
Mazda has revealed its second-generation CX-5 compact crossover, which introduces updated design and new technologies including G-Vectoring Control and head-up display.
New FleetEurope mid-term rental service brings cost savings and flexibility
FleetEurope has launched a new mid-term rental service that it says could save fleets money compared to daily rental as well as offering increased flexibility.
Mercedes-Benz partners with Chargemaster for home charging solution
Mercedes-Benz UK and Chargemaster have teamed up to offer customers a home charging solution for their Mercedes or smart electric plug-in vehicle.
‘Community spotters’ scheme could drive down mobile phone use at the wheel
A pilot scheme to clamp down on mobile phone use at the wheel through the use of “community spotters” could help drive change but needs to … Read More »
Q&A – Adrian Rushmore, Cap Automotive
Established for over 30 years in the UK, cap hpi is launching a new globally-applicable Cap Code in Europe’s biggest markets as a first step towards … Read More »
Jaguar reveals I-Pace electric SUV
Jaguar has unveiled its I-Pace electric SUV concept, which will be launched in production form in 2018, bringing 395bhp and a claimed 311-mile range.
RAC, VHD and Europ Assistance tie up for motor services
The RAC, VHD and Europ Assistance have signed a new agreement to bring an enhanced pan-European offering for motor services.
Alphabet introduces real-time online service booking for BMWs
Alphabet can now offer live, real-time access to online service booking systems for BMW vehicles under its Teleservices connected car initiative.
Pricing and specs revealed for new Renault Mégane Sport Tourer
Renault’s new Mégane Sport Tourer will be priced from £18,550 when it goes on sale on 1 December, and will bring emissions starting from 96g/km plus new … Read More »
Florette to tackle grey fleet usage under TCH Leasing sole supply deal
Salads and vegetables producer Florette has awarded TCH Leasing a three-year sole supplier agreement to manage its mixed fleet, including a remit to reduce the number … Read More »
Avis report looks at how connected cars will revolutionise car rental industry
The benefits of connected cars and their implications for the car rental and wider automotive industries have come under focus in a new report from Avis Car … Read More »
Addison Lee invests £17m in new Ford Galaxy MPVs
Private hire firm Addison Lee has purchased 550 new Ford Galaxy people carriers, worth £17m, as it renews 12% of its fleet.
Fleet values up 6.8% in October, reports Manheim
Ex-fleet car values at Manheim saw a rise in October, with values up for prestige and volume brands while demand for SUVs also increased.
Europcar to create ‘largest privately owned fleet of hydrogen cars’
Europcar is taking delivery of several Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell cars for its fleet after securing a €200,000 OLEV grant.
South East motorway and A-road network highest for death and serious injury
For the first time, the South East has become the area with highest rate of death and serious injury on the British network of motorways and … Read More »
Fuel pump prices start to fall
Fuel retailers have started to cut pump prices following a drop in wholesale prices last month.
Audi extends Black Edition specification to more models
Audi is making the Black Edition trim level available for more of its models, including the Q3, S6 Saloon and Avant and S7 Sportback.
Police start week-long crackdown on mobile phone use at the wheel
Police forces are running a targeted operation this week to crack down on mobile phone use and highlight the consequences of distracted driving.
BVRLA confirms agenda for December Industry Conference
With three weeks to go until the BVRLA’s seventh annual Industry Conference, the association has confirmed the final agenda for the day.
