Natalie Middleton
Kwik Fit drives one-stop shop approach
Kwik Fit is continuing to enhance its range of fleet initiatives as it looks to drive its profile as a one-stop motoring shop for fleets.
Today in Fleet: Tuesday 9 May
All the key news in fleet… Brexit has added 5p to a litre of fuel, claim Lib Dems A post Brexit-referendum slump in the value of … Read More »
Still time for fleets to have say in expenses consultation
The Treasury has extended the deadline on an important consultation that could lead to major changes on travel expenses, including fuel.
Updated advice for GPs on fitness to drive kicks in
GPs can now advise the DVLA (DVA in Northern Ireland) if a patient is unfit to drive but continues to do so.
Government air quality plans draw mixed reaction
Air quality plans published by the Government have come under fire for passing on responsibility for tackling air pollution to local authorities. We look at some … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Monday 8 May
All the key news in fleet… Volvo models score highest-ever RVs Volvo’s S90, V90 and XC90 have all received the brand’s highest-ever residual values in their … Read More »
Mobile repair service to “substantially” cut fleet downtime
Vehicle downtime costs fleets more than £7k a year according to RAC research, yet a new solution is on hand.
PAYG to simplify fleets’ EV charging
Some of the biggest companies in theUK are switching on to a simpler ‘pay-as-you-go’ method of charging electric vehicles.
Government “abdicates responsibility” in air quality plans
Long-awaited air quality plans published by the Government have come under fire for passing on responsibility for tackling air pollution to local authorities.
Peugeot 308 gets updated styling and new engine
Peugeot’s 308 is being updated with fresh styling and a new 1.5-litre diesel engine.
Fleet Show visitors get early look at the new Volvo XC60
Volvo’s crucial new XC60 mid-size SUV will be making its industry debut at the Fleet Show as the brand’s transformation continues.
Prices and specs announced for Renault Koleos
Renault’s X-Trail-rivalling Koleos large SUV will be priced from £27,500 with emissions starting from 128g/km when it goes on sale this summer.
Motoring fines surge for company car drivers
The number of motoring fines incurred by company car and drivers rose by more than a fifth (21%) year-on-year in 2016, Lex Autolease analysis finds.
Today in Fleet: Friday 5 May
All the key news in fleet… Well-known data expert joins KeeResources team Automotive data experts KeeResources have appointed Andrew Ballard to the newly established role of … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… New VED rates take toll on April fleet registrations Both the fleet and overall new car … Read More »
Make your Fleet Show visit carbon neutral
BP is offering visitors to the Fleet Show the chance to offset their carbon emissions from travelling to the event.
ULEVs and SUVs give Hyundai a fleet boost
Hyundai is seeing huge growth in fleet sales so far this year, with dealer and contract hire business rocketing by 119% year-to-date.
Honda to showcase total mobility solutions at Fleet Show 2017
Honda is set to showcase its range of total mobility solutions for businesses of all shapes and sizes at this year’s Fleet Show on 10 May … Read More »
New VED rates take toll on April fleet registrations
Both the fleet and overall new car markets saw double-digit declines in April following the implementation of new VED rates.
Four key trends outlined in new BT Fleet Operational Insight report
BT Fleet has teamed up with the AA to publish a new report examining the everyday and long-term strategic challenges for fleet managers. We look at … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Thursday 4 May
All the key news in fleet… Supermarkets cut pump prices Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s have cut fuel prices by 2ppl for diesel and 1ppl for … Read More »
Government to publish air quality plans within a week
Draft air quality plans, which could include anti-diesel measures for clean air zones, are to be published by the Government by 9 May after it confirmed … Read More »
Nissan revisits 180-year-old tech to tackle smartphone distraction
Nissan is trialling Victorian-era technology to reduce smartphone distraction at the wheel.
Today in Fleet: Wednesday 3 May
All the key news in fleet… Arval launches multi-supplier reporting platform Arval has launched a new online reporting platform for clients working with multiple full service … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Tuesday 2 May
All the key news in fleet… Updated tax book sheds light on salary sacrifice changes The new rules for salary sacrifice and cash allowances come under … Read More »
The next automotive revolutions
New research by creative agency Six and major leasing firms looks at the key trends in digital connectivity and connected vehicles. Natalie Middleton highlights some of … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Friday 28 April
All the key news in fleet… Skoda Yeti to be discontinued this year Skoda will drop the Yeti name when it launches its indirect replacement, the … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… Stricter fines for speeding drivers kick in Drivers in England and Wales caught speeding excessively will … Read More »
Software investment vital for fleets, survey shows
More than a third of fleet managers believe that investing in fleet management technology would strengthen their company’s competitive advantage.
High Court rejects government bid to delay air quality plans
The Government’s bid to delay publication of its air quality plans until after the General Election has failed.
