Natalie Middleton
Ford to mass-produce driverless cars for ride sharing in 2021
Ford is to start mass-producing driverless vehicles for ride-sharing services from 2021.
New Allstar app helps drivers locate discount diesel
Allstar has launched a new mobile application to help drivers locate its 7,600-plus sites to benefit from discount diesel.
Warning over speed limits for big pick-ups
Drivers of the bigger pick-ups now on the UK market could face fines if they don’t stick to LCV speed limits.
Fleet/lease values remain at near-record levels in July
Values in the fleet and lease sector remained at near record levels last month, although model mix and seasonal pressures were in play, reports BCA.
Quartix introduces new Dashboards feature
Quartix has enhanced the customisation abilities of its reporting tools with the addition of new Dashboards, providing businesses with increased control over how they view their … Read More »
Two-thirds of all businesses now use in-vehicle telematics
Telematics take-up has almost doubled in less than a year, with the majority of businesses now using the technology in their vehicles, according to new analysis.
Fleet managers unaware of bottom-line impact of crashes
Fleets are being urged to tighten up on road risk management as IAM Roadsmart reveals that many businesses are naïve over the true cost of business-related … Read More »
Greentomatocars launches combined ‘Hybrid’ service
London-based minicab service greentomatocars has launched a new service offering more hybrid vehicles and lower prices as it celebrates its 10th birthday.
Brightside Group signs National Windscreens as preferred supplier
Insurance group Brightside has signed up National Windscreens as its preferred supplier for all glass claims across the whole of Brightside’s motor book.
Ex-fleet car values decline in July
Overall wholesale prices declined last month, with values for ex-fleet cars stalling, latest figures from Manheim show.
Used car volumes up 5.9% in Q2
The used car sector put in a strong performance despite a sharp activity in June, latest figures from cap hpi show.
Councils to get tough on traffic chaos from utility roadworks
Councils are calling for tough new powers to crack down on traffic chaos caused by some utility companies digging up roads. The Local Government Association (LGA), … Read More »
Fleets urged to spearhead adoption of drive-safe mode for mobiles
Fleet operators could play a major role in spearheading the use of a drive-safe mode on motorists’ smartphones to cut down on driver distraction. That’s the … Read More »
Jaama establishes graduate recruitment programme
The first recruit has joined a graduate recruitment and training programme launched by Jaama.
City of London Corporation bans diesel vehicles
The City of London Corporation has banned the leasing or purchase of new diesel vehicles for its 300-strong fleet under a new procurement policy.
Volvo drives business sales 7% in first half
Volvo Car UK has reported strong business sales growth in the first half of 2016, helped by strong take-up of the V40, V60 and S60.
Police catch 151 motorists a day for drink driving in summer blitz
Police have detected over 4,500 drink-drive motorists and over 1,000 drivers taking illegal drugs in a month-long summer crackdown.
Bristow & Sutor installs GreenRoad for 155-strong mixed fleet
Enforcement and debt recovery specialist Bristow & Sutor is implementing the GreenRoad driver behaviour and fleet management in-vehicle solution across its 155-strong fleet of cars and … Read More »
Brake teams up with Arval for additional Pledge training
Brake is teaming up with Arval to run an additional October training course for its Pledge campaign ahead of Road Safety Week 2016.
Police service lends support to TyreSafe to boost tyre safety awareness
The East Midlands Operational Support Service (EMOpSS) has become an official supporter of TyreSafe.
Tax treatment of salary sacrifice and ULEVs come under focus in government consultation
Changes could be afoot for government tax policies on salary sacrifice schemes for fleets as well as company car tax treatment of ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs) … Read More »
65 fleets pledge to become Go Ultra Low Companies
A total of 65 UK organisations have already been awarded ‘Go Ultra Low Company’ status just three months after the launch of the initiative, with Transport … Read More »
Councils offered share of £2m fund to improve roads using new technology
The Department for Transport has launched a £2m fund to allow councils to capitalise on emerging technologies and deliver better journeys for motorists.
Venson augments interactive portal with car salary sacrifice function
Venson Automotive Solutions has added a new Car Salary Sacrifice module to its Customer Portal.
Leasing company demand for end-of-term inspection services leaps
Leasing companies are increasingly carrying out end-of-term inspections with the customer present in a move to minimise customer complaints and maximise the benefits from identifying and … Read More »
Alphabet extends Affinity Partnerships team
Alphabet has added to its Affinity Partnerships team with the appointment of new intermediary manager, Darren Harnett.
Warning over ‘sky-high’ airport drop-off charges
The five most expensive airports in the UK for drop-off parking charges have been named as new research reveals the “sky-high” charges levied by some for … Read More »
Pricing and specs announced for new Alfa Romeo Giulia
Alfa Romeo has announced the UK pricing and specification for its new Giulia compact executive saloon, which brings all-new rear-wheel drive architecture and the range-topping 503bhp … Read More »
New Octavia grade offers increased value to fleets
Skoda has launched two new trims for its Octavia range including a replacement for the SE Business grade that brings more kit and improved value for … Read More »
Two in five British drivers in Europe suffer problems on the road
Drivers heading to Europe are being urged to prepare for their trip and research country-specific driving requirements before hitting the road.
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