Natalie Middleton
Crash footage shows car shunted across M6 after colliding with a lorry
The video released by SmartWitness shows the Nissan Note hit the side of the lorry and then is bounced across the motorway and flipped around as … Read More »
Company car drivers more likely to risk driving in Arctic conditions
The survey, which was carried out as part of the RAC’s Report on Motoring 2014, found 16% of company car drivers admitted to regularly driving in … Read More »
Bernard Matthews Farms implements salary sacrifice scheme from Pendragon Contracts
The “Simplydriveit” scheme is capped at CO2 emissions of 110g/km and by P11d values, offering a range of cars that will motivate employees to select vehicles … Read More »
2014 ICFM conference on autonomous vehicles proves a resounding success
Over 170 members and guests attended the event, which took place at the Henry Ford College, Loughborough, on 25 November and was hosted by Ford Motor … Read More »
Gala Leisure renews fleet management deal with Fleet Alliance
Under the latest deal, the fleet management and leasing provider has been reappointed to provide a fully outsourced fleet management service for Nottingham-based Gala Leisure’s of … Read More »
Most drivers not prepared for winter conditions, reveals Highways Agency survey
The 2013-2014 Annual Road User Satisfaction Survey (ARUSS) also found that nearly two-thirds of drivers (63%) do not check their anti-freeze, oil or water before setting … Read More »
Public sector workers say car still only viable option for commuting
The survey was carried out amongst 7,468 respondents between September and October 2014 and found that half (50%) of local government and NHS commuters use their … Read More »
Electric car insurance specialist takes delivery of Nissan LEAF duo
North East-based A19 Insurance, which operates from offices in Boldon Colliery, offers policies tailored to meet the needs of electric vehicle owners and is also able … Read More »
New Mondeo to boast better used value retention than 3 Series, A4 or Passat
CAP Gold Book also expects the new Mondeo to be worth £1,750 more, after three years, than the previous model was at three years old – … Read More »
Real-world fuel consumption to come under focus at transmission & driveline IMechE event
Currently offered with a 15% early bird booking discount, the seminar will address transmission and driveline strategies and problems faced by passenger cars, heavy-duty vehicles and … Read More »
Roddy Graham becomes Honorary Fellow of the ICFM
Newly elected chairman of the ICFM, Paul Hollick, commented on presenting the surprise honorary fellowship: ‘Roddy Graham has driven the ICFM to new heights. In his … Read More »
Drivers told to clean up their act
Also in 2013, at least 19 people died and 259 were seriously injured in accidents where road users couldn’t see properly in rain, sleet, snow and … Read More »
Tusker gains Green Apple gold award for eco initiatives
The contract hire and salary sacrifice specialist won the gold award for Best Automotive Green Practice at the Green Apple Awards ceremony, which was held in … Read More »
DVLA responds to BVRLA concerns over abolition of paper licence
According to the BVRLA, ‘political pressure to speed up the process now means the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is set to renege on its … Read More »
Mercedes reveals CLA Shooting Brake
The smallest estate in the Mercedes line-up, the new CLA Shooting Brake is based on the CLA four-door coupe and goes on sale in January 2015, … Read More »
Star Medical signs Lexus solus fleet deal
Star Medical, established in 2002, sources people at all levels for pharmaceutical, medical devices and technology, clinical research and healthcare communications companies on a permanent, contract … Read More »
Rental customers warned of potential disruption over abolition of paper licence
That’s according to the BVRLA, which says that political pressure to speed up the process now means the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is set … Read More »
Chevin urges fleets to switch to “real-world” CO2 measures
The fleet software specialist points to figures from pressure group Transport and Environment suggesting that manufacturers are using a variety of techniques to artificially reduce their … Read More »
Motorists fear new drivers more than hazardous weather conditions
That’s according to a new study from Halfords Autocentres, which found that almost a third of motorists (29.2%) rank inexperienced drivers as the most worrying hazard … Read More »
AT&T launches free no-texting-while-driving app as research shows drivers’ smartphone addiction
A new survey commissioned by the firm and Dr David Greenfield, founder of The Center for Internet and Technology Addiction and Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at The … Read More »
Denise Lane joins ACFO board
Lane is head of group fleet at Capita, a UK leader in business process management and outsourcing solutions, and succeeds Julie Jenner, who steps down at … Read More »
CBI calls on Chancellor to improve country’s infrastructure
The organisation said its latest CBI/URS Infrastructure Survey shows that businesses expect transport and energy infrastructure to worsen over the next five years, so the CBI’s … Read More »
Network Rail rolls out “Chapter Eight” compliant livery to improve safety & visibility
The newly designed prismatic reflective livery meets Chapter Eight of the Department for Transport’s Traffic Signs Manual for high conspicuity markings and will initially be rolled … Read More »
FairFuelUK calls on Treasury Minister for oil pricing inquiry & fuel duty cut
The campaign team met with the Treasury Minister Priti Patel and Robert Halfon MP, PPS to the Chancellor to talk about the need for an immediate … Read More »
CAP Automotive to expand solutions following acquisition by Solera Holdings
Solera is a leading provider of risk and asset management software and services to automotive and property marketplace. The firm has long-established operations in the UK, … Read More »
Regus Express workplace to open at Sandbach South services
The workplace will feature a drop-in business lounge, plus high-specification meeting rooms available by the hour. Regus added that it is likely to attract those wanting … Read More »
Cardinus lends support to Specsavers campaign for driver eyecare
The leading risk management organisation recommends drivers advise their optician that they drive on business so that the examination ensures their eyesight is good enough for … Read More »
Lexus points to possible RC convertible with LF-C2 concept
The 2+2 roadster design study features no roof or cabin covering and features a striking angular design with a reworked version of Lexus’s signature spindle grille … Read More »
Car production down 6.7% in October due to global economic uncertainty
The SMMT added that global economic uncertainty is affecting demand, but the outlook is still positive, with all-time record production levels expected within the next few … Read More »
2014 ACFO Awards include DVLA accolade
The results were revealed last night (19th November) at a gala dinner at the St John’s Hotel, Solihull attended by 250 ACFO members and their guests. The … Read More »
