Natalie Middleton
UK insurers call for framework on driverless car data
The insurance industry is calling for collaboration with carmakers and legislators to help develop standards on driverless car data.
Prices and specs revealed for new Peugeot 3008
Peugeot has announced pricing and specification for its new 3008 crossover.
ICFM introduces Corporate Investor Programme
ICFM has launched a new Corporate Investor Programme in a move to further raise the standards of fleet industry professionals and overcome a skills and knowledge … Read More »
Date announced for 2017 Brake Fleet Safety Conference
Brake has revealed details for next year’s Fleet Safety Conference, which will take place at the St John’s Hotel, Solihull, on Thursday 25 May.
Top racing driver calls on fleet drivers to ‘make the pledge’ to drive safely
VGroup International is calling on fleets to join its own employees, including top racing driver James Nash, to back Road Safety Week and ‘make the pledge’ … Read More »
AlphaCity car sharing platform passes one million mile landmark
Fleets using Alphabet’s AlphaCity corporate car sharing platform have smashed the one million ‘shared miles’ driven mark.
New defensive driver education programme launched solely for electric vehicles
Said to be a world first, a new IVV Diamond accredited defensive driver education programme that focuses entirely on the use of electric vehicles has launched by … Read More »
London Mayor urges VW to pay £2.5m compensation
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has called on the VW Group to pay £2.5m to compensate for lost Congestion Charge revenue following the ‘Dieselgate’ emissions scandal.
One in seven employees commuting for over two hours a day
The number of employees commuting for two hours or more a day has risen by nearly a third (31%) over the past five years, new research … Read More »
National Windscreens strengthens fleet services with new appointment
National Windscreens has appointed James Cook as an additional business development manager as it looks to enhance its service for fleet operators.
Larger diesel engine joins Nissan X-Trail line-up
Nissan has launched a new 2.0-litre diesel engine for its X-Trail crossover alongside increased transmission choices.
Modern cars too big for Britain’s outdated parking spaces
Average car parking spaces in Britain are now too small to cope with larger vehicles, including family SUVs, leading to nearly £1.4bn of car park prangs … Read More »
Persistent speeders increase risk of accident by 87%
Drivers who speed over 20% of the time increase their risk of having an accident by 87%, new analysis indicates.
New Brake Professional resource highlights risks of ‘morning after’ drink-driving
Brake Professional has released a new resource to help employers educate their drivers on the dangers of ‘morning after’ drink-driving.
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Diesel brings improved specification
Mitsubishi has launched its 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander Diesel, which brings improved specification to align it with its plug-in hybrid sibling.
Road Safety Week survey shows speeding and distracted drivers most feared
Drivers who are speeding or distracted are seen to be the biggest threats on our roads, a new survey has found.
What I’ve learnt – Nick Cleary, Autoglass
Nick Cleary, customer and digital director for Autoglass, on how technology is accelerating customer-centric businesses and how the fleet industry can benefit.
A key issue for fleets?
As security issues from commonplace key technology once again hit the headlines, Natalie Middleton asks, is smartphone-based entry the solution or a forthcoming problem?
Volkswagen confirms €3.5bn restructuring plan
Volkswagen is to invest €3.5bn in e-mobility and digital services as it looks to transform the brand by 2020.
New Volkswagen e-Golf brings increased power and range
Volkswagen has revealed its new e-Golf at the Los Angeles Auto Show, which offers around a 50% longer driving rage plus a boost in power and … Read More »
UK fleets asked for opinions on EVs for European Commission research
Fleet operators in the UK are being asked to provide feedback on electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids as part of a project to support their uptake … Read More »
Lords to question ministers on implementation of driverless vehicles
The House of Lords is to continue its inquiry into driverless vehicles by questioning ministers and academics.
Motorway closures for maintenance up 16% in last two years
Drivers are increasingly having to divert off motorways or suffer long tailbacks as a result of rising numbers of motorway closures.
ITM Power to construct UK’s first integrated hydrogen refuelling station
Energy storage and clean fuel company ITM Power is to construct a hydrogen refuelling station (HRS) at the Shell Filling Station, Beaconsfield, marking the first UK … Read More »
Matthew Kelly appointed finance director – group at BCA
BCA has appointed Matthew Kelly as finance director – group with responsibility for internal and external financial reporting, treasury, taxation matters, internal audit and risk.
Majority of drivers unaware of potential safety benefits of autonomous vehicles
Many people are unaware of the positive impact autonomous vehicles are expected to have on road safety in the UK, despite the fact that 94% of … Read More »
Volvo trials concierge service for XC90 and S90 drivers
A new concierge service that would take care of servicing, cleaning and refuelling for XC90 and S90 drivers is being trialled by Volvo.
Welsh council parking profits rise for third year
Local authorities in Wales made a ‘profit’ of £13.8m on their parking activities in the last financial year, new research finds.
Chancellor urged to promote not penalise ULEV take-up
The Chancellor is being urged to rethink plans to reduce benefits for ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs) drivers ahead of the Autumn Statement on 23 November.
Fuel Card Services awarded Cyber Essentials Plus certification
Fuel Card Services is now Cyber Essentials Plus certified after being recognised for its work to protect data.
