Natalie Middleton
Forecourts urged to slash pump prices as wholesale costs fall
Supermarkets and garages are being urged to cut prices at the pumps to reflect falling wholesale prices of unleaded and diesel.
Arval and PSA partner for fleet telematics services
Arval and PSA Group are to offer new telematics services covering Peugeot, Citroën and DS vehicles for Arval Active Link customers.
Volkswagen reveals 2017 Golf
Volkswagen has unveiled its facelifted Golf, which brings updated styling as well as a new 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol and seven-speed DSG, and latest infotainment and assistance technologies.
Road traffic reaches record level
Motor vehicle traffic reached a record high in the year ending September 2016, with increases seen across all vehicle types, according to DfT estimates.
EST announces finalists for 2016 Fleet Hero Awards
The Energy Saving Trust has announced the finalists for this year’s Fleet Hero Awards, including for the inaugural Innovation Award. The short list covers a total … Read More »
Driver profiling now ‘the norm’ for large fleet operators
Vehicle operators are increasingly becoming aware of the need for driver risk profiling, with large fleets in particular adopting it as standard practice.
Honda teases new all-terrain vehicle
Honda is to add to its UK all-terrain vehicle line-up with a new model from 2017.
Skoda Kodiaq SUV to debut new connectivity offering
Skoda is to debut a raft of new connectivity technologies on its Kodiaq SUV, covering information and navigation as well as emergency assistance.
Fleets urged to take hard-line approach on minor vehicle damage
Fleets could eradicate all minor vehicle damage by adopting a carrot and stick approach that could stop collision costs ‘making a dent’ in company finances.
BVRLA pays tribute to John Leigh and Peter Cooke
The BVRLA has expressed its condolences over the passing of John Leigh and Peter Cooke, two stalwarts of the fleet industry.
PING Europe takes delivery of first Volvo V90s
Golf equipment manufacturer PING Europe has received the keys for 11 Volvo V90s for its UK fleet.
DfT pushes ahead with higher penalties for hand-held mobile phone drivers
Plans to double the penalties for drivers using hand-held mobile phones will be progressed by the Department for Transport along with other a number of other measures to … Read More »
Pricing and specs revealed for new Renault Scenic
Renault has announced pricing and equipment line-up for the fourth-generation Scénic and Grand Scénic, which bring Active Emergency Braking System (AEBS) with Pedestrian Detection as standard … Read More »
FleetEurope offers free rental day as part of website launch
Fleets can benefit from a free rental day from FleetEurope as it marks the launch of its fully responsive website.
Vauxhall confirms Insignia Sports Tourer and Country Tourer models for 2017
Vauxhall has revealed that it will introduce Insignia Sports Tourer and Country Tourer models next year following the launch of the flagship Grand Sport hatchback.
London Mayor reiterates call for national diesel scrappage scheme and VED reforms
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has stepped up his calls for a national diesel scrappage scheme to be implemented as he urges the Government to ‘get … Read More »
More than 1,000 drivers caught a week speeding on smart motorways
A growing number of drivers are being caught speeding on smart motorways, new figures suggest.
New Vauxhall Crossland X SUV due 2017
Vauxhall is to launch a second ‘X’ crossover model next year, believed to be the replacement for the Meriva MPV.
Jaama launches new module to support V5C on Demand service
Jaama has taken a further step in its plans for a paperless office with the launch of a new module for fleets that elect for V5C … Read More »
Venson to provide safety kits in all new vehicles
Venson Automotive Solutions is to fit all newly supplied company cars and light commercial vehicles with safety kits from VGroup International.
OLEV reveals details for EV workplace charging grants
The Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) has published a document outlining details of the new grant schemes for installing EV charging points at workplaces. Announced … Read More »
Fleet registrations continue to drive new car market growth
The UK new car market saw a modest rise in October, supported by continued growth in the fleet sector and for alternatively fuelled vehicles.
Latest figures reveal distracted driving epidemic
Almost 10,000 drivers have been caught twice for being distracted at the wheel, including through mobile phone use, in the last four years.
Punishing diesel cars alone won’t solve air quality issues, says AA
Government air quality plans need to take a more targeted approach to identifying and penalising the worst polluters rather than focusing on diesel cars alone.
Dates announced for Cenex-LCV2017
Cenex has announced dates for LCV2017, which will mark the 10th anniversary of the Low Carbon Vehicle event.
Diesel drivers could be charged to enter city centres
Concerns are mounting that diesel drivers could face fines to enter city centres as the High Court rules the Government’s clean air strategy does not meet legal … Read More »
Vauxhall responds to Corsa fire issue
Vauxhall has issued a response after coming under scrutiny following a series of fires in the Corsa D model.
Fuel prices at highest levels since July 2015
Fuel prices saw a sharp increase last month, with the price of diesel rising at its fastest rate in eight years, according to latest analysis.
ACFO calls for fair and transparent BiK band structure
The Government is being urged to provide long-term visibility on future Benefit-in-Kind rates as well as implementing a fairer structure that incentivises ultra-low emission vehicles.
Latest MINI Connected app includes personal mobility assistant
Bringing new features including a personal mobility assistant for journey planning and traffic alerts, the latest version of the Mini Connected app is now available.
