Natalie Middleton
Hyundai’s Martin Wilson appointed managing director at Thrifty
Thrifty has announced the appointment of a new managing director as current incumbent Roger Hancock takes on the role of chairman.
SGFleet integrates Fleet Hire and Motiva into new branding structure
SGFleet has launched a new brand structure that integrates the recently acquired Fleet Hire and Motiva businesses.
Projects receive funding to test automated vehicles in live traffic
Four projects that will test connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) technology have scooped £51m in government funding.
Road upgrades face delays as Highways England updates programme
Highways England has updated its £15bn road improvement programme with 10 schemes brought forwards but six schemes paused “for further review” to achieve an “acceptable return … Read More »
Housing association to drive down grey fleet usage with car club
Wakefield housing association WDH has introduced two car club cars at its Castleford head offices as it looks to reduce cut back on employees using their … Read More »
Aston Barclay ramps up auction network for EV sales
Aston Barclay has installed twin electric vehicle chargers across its network to ensure the company is fully prepared for the growing number of electric and plug-in … Read More »
Fleets offered free resources on cutting speeding for UK Road Safety Week
Employers can receive free resources on tackling speeding, including case studies, by signing up to this year’s UK Road Safety Week.
UK’s worst traffic jams revealed
Traffic congestion cost the UK economy an estimated £9bn according to Inrix, which as revealed the worst jams over the past 12 months.
Toyota fuel cell concept targets 600+-mile range
Toyota is to showcase its latest fuel cell vehicle developments with a new concept at the Tokyo Moto Show next week.
Government pushes ahead with mandating EV charge points at forecourts
Plans to make electric vehicle charge points mandatory at motorway services and large petrol retailers have taken a step forwards along with developments in insurance for … Read More »
Chevin revamps FleetWave with new user interface
Chevin has implemented the first in a series of phases that will bring a new user interface experience for its flagship FleetWave fleet and asset management … Read More »
Half of drivers overpay for parking
More than half (54%) of drivers in the UK have overpaid for parking by 20 minutes or more, leading to calls for parking providers to make … Read More »
Rural passengers missing out on urban mobility innovations, finds TSC
Mobility providers are being urged not to forget rural populations as new digitally-enabled mobility services roll out in urban areas.
Mitsubishi’s Lance Bradley to step down as MD in 2018
Lance Bradley, managing director of Mitsubishi Motors in the UK, is to step down as MD at the end of March 2018.
Amey appoints Applied Driving Techniques to improve fleet safety
Infrastructure support services provider Amey has appointed Applied Driving Techniques (ADT) to implement a risk management programme for its 12,000 car and van drivers within the … Read More »
Q&A: Paul Davies, Fuelcard sales manager
Following the launch of Applegreen’s new fuel cards in the UK, Paul Davies, Fuelcard sales manager – UK, tells Natalie Middleton about how the company’s new … Read More »
Government warned of fresh legal action over air pollution
A growing number of local authorities are failing to meet air quality targets according to environmental law firm ClientEarth, which is threatening fresh legal action against the … Read More »
Network Rail signs up Manheim for company car defleet
Network Rail has signed up Manheim to remarket 7,000 vehicles over the next three years.
More than half of motorists willing to pay Clean Air Zone fees
The majority of UK motorists back government plans to cut air pollution but more awareness of the proposals is needed.
CLM announces new managing director
John Lawrence has joined CLM Fleet Management as its new managing director.
Time for a rethink on driver training approaches, says Arval
Adopting a more targeted approach to driver training rather than a one-size-fits-all methodology could enhance fleet risk management as well as cut costs.
Fleets urged to sign up to emissions technology trials
Public and private sector fleets across the UK are being asked to join a free trial to support research into reducing air pollution.
Average fleet and lease values at record levels for second month
Average used car and fleet/lease values hit their highest average monthly figures on record at BCA in September, with buyer demand often outstripping supply.
New service to help London fleets identify highest-polluting vehicles
London businesses and authorities can now find out the real-world emissions of their cars and vans under a new service.
Dash cams becoming vital to claims process
Dash cam footage is increasingly playing a vital role in helping to speed up claims processes and cut down on the number of disputes.
ALD further broadens EV experience at MPG Marathon
ALD Automotive UK is using its latest experiences of testing electric vehicles to help fleets looking to go green.
V4B branches into short-term rental
Contract hire and leasing broker V4B has expanded into daily rental with the launch of a short-term rental service for fleets.
Ex-fleet values rise in September
The used car market performed strongly in September, with a notable performance in the ex-fleet sector, according to Manheim.
Declining Astra sales prompt job cuts at Ellesmere Port plant
Vauxhall has confirmed that it is to cut around 400 jobs at its Ellemere Port plant in the UK in line with falling demand for the … Read More »
Drivers who kill to get life sentences
Dangerous drivers who kill while using their mobile phones or speeding could now get life sentences under a change to sentencing.
