Natalie Middleton
Jaama revenues rise on back of restructuring
Restructuring and development plans implemented by Jaama have led to an 18% rise in revenues year-on-year.
Carmakers urged to install full Intelligent Speed Assistance on new models
Implementing technology which actively prevents drivers from speeding could save significantly more lives.
High Court finds government in breach of air pollution laws
A High Court ruling has found that the Government broke the law by failing to tackle illegal levels of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) air pollution as quickly … Read More »
Fleets still failing to tackle major road risk issues
Fleet operators are being urged to take action on road risk management as new research finds many areas for improvement.
Councils’ road repairs backlog increases further
Councils are calling for extra funds to combat a rising backlog of road repairs.
Facelifted Mitsubishi ASX crossover goes on sale
Mitsubishi’s revised ASX crossover has launched in the UK, bringing updated styling and simplified trim levels.
Two-thirds of drivers suffer vehicle damage in car parks
Motorists have named supermarket car parks as the number one place to suffer parking scrapes as new research finds two-thirds of drivers says their vehicles have … Read More »
New national operations manager at Aston Barclay
Aston Barclay has appointed Brett Henderson as national operations manager.
Chancellor must end ‘unfair tax burden’ on leasing and rental sector, says BVRLA
The Treasury is being urged to use the Autumn Statement to “end tax unfairness on the vehicle rental and leasing industry”.
Europe’s biggest cop car factory opens
Vauxhall has opened a new police car factory, said to be the largest in Europe, at its manufacturing plant in Luton, Bedfordshire.
Lorry driver case highlights ‘menace of handheld mobile phones at the wheel’
Road safety organisations are calling for urgent changes to the law after a lorry driver caused a crash that killed a mum and three children by looking … Read More »
RAC partners with Microsoft to enhance telematics services
RAC is adopting Microsoft technology to drive improvements and the launch of new services for its telematics platform.
Flagship National Windscreens centre showcases ADAS calibration services
National Windscreens has opened a new flagship fitting and calibration centre in Birmingham as part of a major UK-wide investment programme in ADAS calibration.
New AlcoSense Excel breathalyser launches
A new breathalyser has launched ahead of the Christmas drink-drive crackdown, bringing claimed high levels of accuracy and reliability with a low price.
New Ctrack commitment-free option to help fleets with temporary vehicles
Vehicle telematics specialist Ctrack has launched a commitment free option for its self-installed telematics system aimed at businesses running short-term rental or temporary contractor vehicles.
Commercial vehicle accreditation schemes should be extended to cars, say fleets
As business procurement helps drive focus on at-work road safety for CV fleets, the spotlight should be extended to car and motorcycle fleets too.
Stricter speed enforcement could have ‘detrimental impact on road safety’
A zero-tolerance approach to speeding could actually impact on road safety according to new research.
Pilot course to educate drink drivers on dangers of drug driving
Convicted drink drivers are to receive drug driving education too as research finds a fifth of convicted drug drivers had previously been banned for drink driving.
Risk of car theft rises 25% in winter
Car drivers are being warned to take extra care with vehicle security as new figures from Tracker show instances of vehicle theft increase by up to 25% … Read More »
Fleets urged to equip drivers with tyre service kits
Equipping drivers with tyre service kits could help fleets cut down on the potentially fatal risk of cars and commercial vehicles fitted with illegal tyres.
Ford Mustang muscle car wins MPG Marathon
The UK’s premier eco-driving event has proven that even a performance car can be parsimonious, with a 5.0-litre V8-engined Ford Mustang taking the most coveted prize … Read More »
Pricing and specs revealed for new Audi A5 Sportback
Audi has opened order books for the new A5 Sportback just weeks after its debut at the Paris Motor Show.
Transport Secretary announces £11m motorway improvement schemes
Transport Secretary Chris Grayling has announced four new road improvement schemesa to create thousands of jobs and homes in the South West, supported by investment from … Read More »
‘Total cost of mobility’ approach is key to cutting costs
Driving cultural change by focusing on ‘total cost of mobility’ rather than a fleet-based total of cost of vehicle ownership model can help firms cut costs … Read More »
Technology trials enable drivers to ‘ride the green wave’
Hitting a series of red lights on the commute to work could become a thing of the past under technology currently on trial by Ford.
Women more likely to see red behind the wheel
Women drivers are more prone to road rage than men, new research from Hyundai Motor UK suggests.
Synergy Automotive celebrates 10th anniversary
Vehicle leasing and finance credit broker Synergy Automotive has marked its tenth anniversary with a special event attended by guests including Andrew Jones – Under Secretary … Read More »
New report highlights DVLA ‘major failings’ in assessing fitness to drive
The DVLA has been accused of major failings in assessing people’s fitness to drive, resulting in vulnerable drivers being left in limbo for years.
SEAT Leon facelift brings new engines and technology
SEAT’s facelifted Leon will introduce new engines plus a raft of connectivity and driver assistance technologies and a new top-spec trim level when it launches early … Read More »
Ford launches winter tyre and ‘hotel’ storage offers
Ford has launched a winter tyre offer to help keep drivers mobile over the coming months without the inconvenience of swapping and storing tyres.
