Natalie Middleton
iPhone feature cuts distracted driving
New technology introduced on the iPhone to block distractions while driving has slashed phone use behind the wheel by nearly 10% among users.
Rob Lindley named as new Mitsubishi MD
Mitsubishi has named Rob Lindley as its new UK managing director from 16 April, succeeding Lance Bradley.
Greater corporate compliance focus drives Licence Bureau milestone
A growing focus by fleets on corporate compliance has helped Licence Bureau reach its three millionth licence check just 20 months after celebrating the two millionth … Read More »
Lexus UX crossover to bring fight to X1 and Q3
Lexus has teased an image of its forthcoming UX compact crossover, which will provide a rival to models including the BMW X1, Audi Q3 and Volvo … Read More »
BCF Wessex and HRUX team up to support fleet strategies
Fleet consultancy firms BCF Wessex and HRUX (Human Resources User eXperience) are to work together on fleet strategies for larger firms.
Global AFV sales rise
Registrations of alternatively fuelled cars and light vans rose 27.7% in 2017, according to new figures from JATO Dynamics.
Brake announces dates for 2018 Pledge fleet safety courses
Brake has once again teamed up with Arval to run its nationwide Pledge training programme to help companies improve the safety of their at-work drivers.
Top 10 KPIs for fleet tracking best-practice
MiX Telematics has compiled its top 10 list of KPIs that it says fleets should track to help ensure best-practice in fleet management.
OLEV grants bring up to £7,500 off price of ULEV taxis
OLEV has revealed initial details of its grant funding for ultra low emission taxis as it opens formal vehicle applications to manufacturers.
Shift towards petrols is ‘inevitable’ for used car market, warns VRA
The used car market needs to start factoring in a forthcoming market shift to petrols to ensure the downturn in diesel demand is managed.
GDPR responsibilities must cover whole supply chain, fleets warned
Fleet operators and suppliers must assess their entire supply chain to ensure they’re covered for the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
2018 Brake awards to recognise latest fleet safety innovations
Fleets, both small and large, that are pioneering the way in occupational road safety are being invited to enter Brake’s 2018 UK Fleet Safety Awards.
Vehicle fuel choices under spotlight at 2018 ICFM conference
The subject of future fleet fuels is to come under focus at the 2018 ICFM Annual National Members’ Conference next month.
NOx levels show decline but air pollution still at illegal levels
Emissions of nitrogen oxides (NOx) fell 10% in 2016, reaching their lowest level since 1970, but environmental campaigners say more action is needed to tackle road … Read More »
New AI app can determine windscreen repair or replacement choices
Autoglass customers can now use an app to determine whether windscreen damage requires a full repair or replacement – removing the need for initial appointments.
Lex Autolease appoints Ashley Barnett as head of fleet consultancy
Ashley Barnett has taken the role of head of fleet consultancy at Lex Autolease, replacing Lauren Pamma who moves to a new role within Lloyds Banking … Read More »
Driving for Better Business runs AEB demo days for fleets
Car and van fleet operators are being given the opportunity to test Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) technologies including Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) at two new … Read More »
Councils get green light to introduce roadworks charging
The Department for Transport has given the go-ahead for nationwide rollout of roadworks charging in a move to cut congestion.
Hudson Kapel rebrands as CD Salvage Auction
Hudson Kapel Auctions has rebranded as CD Salvage Auction following its integration with CD Auction Group.
BP teams up with TomTom Telematics for fuel-saving fleet solution
BP has launched a new driver and fuel management platform designed in partnership with TomTom Telematics to help fleets cut costs.
Pricing, CO2 and specs revealed for 2018 Audi A7
Audi has announced details for its new A7 five-seat coupé, which brings a smarter, sleeker design and new technology.
EU car registrations up 7.1% in January
Car registrations in the EU rose 7.1% in January although the rise was attributed to a positive calendar effect.
Room for further supermarket fuel cuts, says RAC
Supermarkets are being urged to cut another 2p a litre off fuel by the RAC, as the wholesale price of fuel continues to tumble.
Electrical wholesaler slashes fuel costs with driver behaviour solution
City Electrical Factors (CEF) has seen vehicle downtime drop by 45%, while fuel costs have been cut by almost 12% following the installation of the Lightfoot … Read More »
Switch to EV pool cars saves Salford City Council thousands
A Salford City Council scheme to replace grey fleet usage with EV pool cars has generated savings of £400,000 in the first 18 months.
Countdown begins to International Fleet Meeting 2018 at Geneva
Fleet managers have just a few weeks left to register for this year’s International Fleet Meeting, which will bring senior industry speakers, a panel discussion on … Read More »
Fleet Evolution webinars tackle latest fleet issues
Burning fleet issues such as the recent changes to salary sacrifice car schemes, grey fleet management and the shift to ultra-low emission vehicles are to come … Read More »
Toyota re-test figures highlight issues with WLTP tax delays
Newly published CO2 figures for the Toyota Prius line-up provide clear evidence of how tax costs could go up for fleets in the coming months as … Read More »
Subscription models underpin LeasePlan strategy
LeasePlan is placing increasing focus on usership and subscription models as it announces global fleet and profit growth for 2017.
New trim level structure for Infiniti Q30 and QX30
Infiniti has implemented a new trim level structure for its Q30 compact hatchback and QX30 crossover models intended to simplify the line-ups.
