Natalie Middleton
Nissan expands NASA collaboration on autonomous vehicles
Nissan and NASA are extending their research into autonomous mobility services under a new five-year collaboration.
ICFM warns not to adopt “loophole” PHEVs
Sensible deployment of plug-in hybrid cars to ensure they’re fit for purpose is a must for fleets looking to transition to ULEVs.
Less than a week left to enter 2018 Fleet World Honours
Fleet service firms – including leasing and fleet management companies – have until next Monday 15 January to enter for this year’s Fleet World Honours awards.
AA to axe 100 jobs and close national training centre
The AA is planning to cut 100 jobs and close its national training centre in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire as part of a restructuring.
Charity to drive fleet safety with Lightfoot deployment
The North East Autism Society is fitting in-vehicle driver behaviour technology from Lightfoot to its fleet as it looks to enhance driver behaviour and improve safety.
Fleet and lease values remain strong in December
Average used car values at BCA reached a record value for the fourth month running in December. while fleet and lease sector values remained at near … Read More »
Fleet industry pioneer Bryan Phillimore passes away
Bryan Phillimore, credited as a pioneer in the fleet, used car and leasing industries, has died aged 82 following a lengthy illness.
Are ‘death of diesel’ warnings premature?
A ‘perfect storm’ for diesel registrations will see their share of the UK new car market slashed radically over the coming year according to new analysis … Read More »
Tesla adds EV trip planning tool online
Tesla’s in-car trip planning tool is now available online, enabling drivers to gain detailed journey information including charging times en route without needing to be in … Read More »
Government highlights tax benefits for ultra-low emission vehicles
Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) guidance on the tax benefits of ultra-low emission vehicles is now available.
Volkswagen creates electric mobility division
The Volkswagen brand is to create an additional board of management division to oversee its electric mobility programme, launching on 1 February.
Three-year high in oil prices spells potential misery for motorists
Motorists are being warned of a likely increase in the price of fuel as US crude oil prices hit $70 a barrel for the first time … Read More »
UK Car of the Year class winners revealed
The UK Car of the Year judges have revealed their shortlist for this year’s award, with 13 cars named as class winners.
New management team at Aston Barclay to support growth plans
Aston Barclay has made a number of additions to its management team as it plans for further sales growth and new product launches in 2018.
Hyundai Nexo fuel cell SUV to bring 500-mile range
Hyundai has revealed its Nexo fuel cell electric vehicle, which will provide a successor to the ix35 with increased power, range and performance when it goes on … Read More »
Euro NCAP reveals best-in-class cars of 2017
Euro NCAP has named its best performers for 2017, which saw Volkswagen take three of the six titles.
IMServ switches from vans to Kia Picantos for site visit agents
Energy data collection company IMServ is deploying a fleet of 51 Kia Picantos for its meter reading team, replacing the previous small vans used by the site … Read More »
Transition to Clean Air Zones must be carefully managed, says BVRLA
Government plans for Clean Air Zones in UK towns and cities will require a practical and workable solution which considers fleet operating cycles as well as … Read More »
Source London poised to add 1,000 more charge points
BluepointLondon, which has operated the Source London network since September 2014, says it’s ready to add 1,000 additional charge points across the Capital as the number … Read More »
Majority support charges for Clean Air Zones
More than half of the British public would back the introduction of charges for Clean Air Zones.
Larger fleets more inclined to make switch from diesel
Fleets are being warned of the need to carry out whole-life cost analysis before switching away from diesel vehicles as latest research finds almost two third … Read More »
Prices revealed for Mitsubishi’s Discovery Sport seven-seater rival
Mitsubishi has revealed range details for its seven-seater Shogun Sport which goes on sale this spring, providing a rival to the Land Rover Discovery Sport.
Severn Tolls slashed as public ownership resumes
Tolls on the Severn Bridge have been cut by almost a fifth as the crossings return to public ownership.
Dealers to rethink fuel mix logic
Fuel mix will become a more important remarketing issue in 2018 as a downturn in diesel take-up prompts changes to traditional stock methods for dealers.
EV charging installer continues UK expansion
North East independent EV charging installer Elmtronics has opened its third office in the UK as it pushes ahead with growth plans.
Operation Snap campaign extended across Wales
A campaign encouraging members of the public to report traffic offences is now being run across Wales.
Arval UK names new MD as Benoit Dilly moves on
Arval UK has appointed Miguel Cabaça as its new managing director following the departure of Benoit Dilly to another role within the BNP Paribas group.
Passat SE Business gets raft of changes
Volkswagen is updating 2018 Passat models with extra equipment while new petrol engine options are now available for the Golf.
New car registrations fall in 2017 as CO2 rises
The UK new car market fell 5.7% to 2.54 million in 2017 while average new car CO2 figures rose for the first time in two decades as drivers … Read More »
New MD at SsangYong
SsangYong Motor UK has appointed Nick Laird as managing director, with immediate effect.
