Natalie Middleton
HMRC announces latest Advisory Fuel Rates
HMRC has announced the latest Advisory Fuel Rates, which are effective from 1 March.
Mercedes-Benz E-Class named UK Car of the Year
The new Mercedes-Benz E-Class Saloon has claimed the top honour at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2017.
Shell opens its first hydrogen refuelling station in the UK
Shell has opened its first hydrogen refuelling station in the UK at its Cobham service station on the M25.
UK bill sets out self-driving car insurance and electric vehicle charge point proposals
The Government has set out new insurance proposals for self-driving cars as part of the Vehicle Technology and Aviation Bill.
Government to introduced fixed tariffs for whiplash compensation pay-outs
The Ministry of Justice has confirmed measures to cap whiplash pay-outs to cut down on the compensation culture.
The Fuelcard Company launches SMR management solution
The Fuelcard Company has launched a new online portal that enables fleets to make and manage vehicle service, maintenance and repair bookings at local garages and … Read More »
Facelifted Skoda Rapid and Rapid Spaceback gain new 1.0 TSI engine
Skoda has revealed its facelifted Rapid and Rapid Spaceback, which are updated with new exterior and interior designs along with a new 1.0 TSI engine and … Read More »
Volkswagen teases Arteon fastback ahead of Geneva debut
Volkswagen has previewed its forthcoming four-door fastback Arteon model prior to its world premiere at next month’s Geneva Motor Show.
Government awards £4m tech funding to cut congestion
The Department for Transport has announced the winners of tech projects that will cut congestion, speed up journeys and clean up the environment.
UK car manufacturing puts in best January in nine years
UK car production started 2017 on a high, with output in January up 7.5% year on year.
PVS appoints business manager to support further growth
Puddy Vehicle Solutions (PVS) has continued its expansion with the appointment of Kelly Podbury as business manager.
Hyundai i30 Tourer to bring emissions from 95g/km
Hyundai’s new i30 estate will offer boot space among the best in the class along with a best-in-class standard safety package and emissions from 95g/km when … Read More »
New addition to Range Rover line-up revealed
Land Rover has published the first official image of its new Range Rover Velar, which launches later this year.
One in three professionals cheat on mileage claims
More than a third of professionals overclaimed on mileage last year, according to a new report from Allstar Business Solutions.
Brake announces Pledge training courses for 2017
Brake has announced details of its Pledge training courses for 2017.
Arval reaches new milestone in UK as worldwide fleet also expands
Arval saw its UK leased fleet grow 8% last year, passing the 160,000 vehicle mark for the first time.
Lex funded fleet expands on back of CV and personal contract hire growth
Lex Autolease has reported gains in its total funded fleet and customer assets for 2016.
FSGB launches new driver app
Fleet Service Great Britain (FSGB) has launched a driver app with a wealth of features to provide 24/7 support to company car and van drivers.
Top management appointments at Kwik Fit Fleet as Peter Lambert retires
Kwik Fit has made changes in the senior management team for its GB Fleet operation following the decision of Peter Lambert to retire on 31 March.
Barclaycard and TMC win fuel card contract with Centrica
Barclaycard Commercial Payments, in association with TMC, has won a contract to provide a single fuel card programme for Centrica’s car and van fleets.
Rapid responders get to grips with Michelin CrossClimate+ tyres
North West Ambulance Service NHS Trust has deployed Michelin CrossClimate+ tyres to help save money and boost mobility for its 160-strong rapid response paramedic fleet.
Ford to take driver out of loop on path to full autonomy
Ford is to skip plans to introduce partially autonomous, Level 3 cars due to concerns over driver safety.
New Hyundai i30 Tourer teased
Hyundai has published a teaser image of its new i30 estate prior to its unveiling at Geneva.
T-Charge to bring level playing field on emissions, says FTA
Plans to levy at £10 ‘Toxicity Charge’ to enter central London have been welcomed by the Freight Transport Association (FTA).
UK named third most congested country in Europe
Traffic jams cost UK motorists more than £30bn last year as congestion increased due to stable economic conditions, low fuel prices and record high employment.
Inaugural ICFM Masterclass to put spotlight on salary sacrifice and cash allowances
Imminent changes to car salary sacrifice scheme and cash or car allowance rules are come under the spotlight at this March’s inaugural ICFM Masterclass.
Research shows vehicle smartphone apps are easy to hack
Smartphone apps which enable drivers to control vehicle functions remotely are vulnerable to a number of security threats, according to new research.
Electric Peugeot Partner Tepee to bring 100-plus mile range
Peugeot is to launch an electric version of its Partner Tepee MPV, bringing a range of over 100 miles on the NEDC cycle.
EU new car registrations to rise in 2017 while UK drops, predicts Cap HPI
New car registrations across the European Union will grow by at least 2.8% in 2017 in spite of a drop in the UK, according to forecasts … Read More »
‘Toxicity Charge’ to start in central London from October
Older, more polluting vehicles will face a £10 ‘Toxicity Charge’ to enter central London from 23 October.
