Natalie Middleton
Nissan issues teaser pic of Sport Sedan Concept
The carmaker says the concept ‘previews a new energetic design direction that amplifies Nissan's legendary approach of applying sports car principles to a sedan’. The Sport … Read More »
Bad driving increases over winter months
A study by Halfords Autocentres found that almost a quarter of motorists (23%) said they felt that unfriendly, bad-tempered behaviour – such as failing to allow … Read More »
Fleets to increasingly switch to EVs in 2014, says Alphabet
According to the leasing giant, the involvement of brands such as Renault, Peugeot, Citroën, BMW, Mitsubishi, Nissan, VW and Ford in the EV market is helping … Read More »
Challenger Lighting Services switches to Toyota Proace
An initial eight Proace models are going into service with the Gosport-based business and will be used by its installation and maintenance teams across the south … Read More »
Local authorities in England making almost £600m from parking, says RAC Foundation
Although not all councils made a large surplus, very few lose money on their parking activities. Just 52 (15%) of the 353 parking authorities in England … Read More »
New Government-backed smartphone app launched to pinpoint potholes
The Department for Transport (DfT) pledged the cash to enable the Cyclists' Touring Club (CTC), the national cycling charity, to revamp its “Fill That Hole” website … Read More »
Fuel prices rise again as petrol demand teeters
Between mid November and mid December, the average UK price of petrol has risen from 130.44p a litre to 131.17p while diesel has increased from 137.78p … Read More »
Car of the Year 2014 finalists chosen
Seven of the 30 initial candidates have been nominated finalists, comprising: BMW i3, Citroën C4 Picasso, Mazda3, Mercedes-Benz S-class, Peugeot 308, Skoda Octavia and Tesla S. … Read More »
Roads Minister launches new THINK! film showing consequences of morning after drinking
The video highlights the fact that many people can still be over the legal limit to drive the morning after drinking. The video is the latest … Read More »
New Complete Guide to Fleet Management published
It also looks ahead to the future on areas such integrating electric vehicles into a fleet, the legal aspects of corporate fleet management and instigating good … Read More »
Latest list of quickest selling vehicles shows increased niche model popularity, says Glass's
Rupert Pontin, chief car editor of Glass’s, said the relative supply and demand of any given vehicle – and therefore its relative desirability and success – can … Read More »
Paul Willis returns to Volkswagen Group UK in MD role
He replaces Paul Willcox who leaves the company with immediate effect to take up the role of chairman for Nissan's Europe region. Willis joined Volkswagen in … Read More »
Assess the “manager effect” when reviewing fleet driver safety, says risk management specialist
So says Will Murray of Interactive Driving Systems, who is urging fleets to look at road risk strategies that encompass the whole company to drive incremental … Read More »
BiK now most important factor in fleet driver car choices
In 2012, ALD's survey of 1,000 fleet drivers found car specification to be the most important factor (25%) in choosing their next vehicle, over fuel economy … Read More »
Highways Agency to take delivery of specialist Shogun fleet
The bespoke Shoguns include light bars, grill lights and Highways Agency livery, and are all being built at the carmaker’s Specialist Vehicle Operations Centre, which refits, … Read More »
Telematics evidence helps prove knife attacker’s location in court case
Daniel Paita has been convicted for a knife attack on a man in Glasgow in February last year after the device pinpointed his location despite Paita … Read More »
UK car manufacturing set to put in best performance since 2007
Latest figures show that car production rose 4.5% in first 11 months of year to 1,424,023 units. Although the data also shows a 3.6% dip in … Read More »
New SEAT head of fleet says brand to expand significantly over next few years
Announced earlier this week, McDonald has been appointed to the role starting in January 2014 having been head of planning for SEAT UK since 2009. McDonald … Read More »
University of Reading scoops award for fleet car-sharing initiative
The on-campus scheme gives the university’s staff and students around-the-clock access to a self-service fleet of low-emission vehicles, reducing traffic congestion, carbon emissions and pressure on … Read More »
Honda adds active safety features to UK Civic range
The new Driver Assistance Safety Pack will be available on both the new Civic Tourer and Civic hatchback and will be a £780 option on all … Read More »
Kia teases sports car concept for Detroit
Little has been revealed about the car other than that it will feature a 2+2 layout and ‘is aimed at delivering head-turning looks whilst providing superb … Read More »
Government told to rethink ultra-low emission vehicle incentives to drive fleet take-up
A workshop comprising the Energy Saving Trust, the Association of Car Fleet Operators and a range of BVRLA rental, leasing and commercial vehicle members gave advice … Read More »
Energy Saving Trust publishes free company car guide for fleet drivers
The publication covers topics including company car tax, private fuel and employee contributions. The organisation added that it’s essential reading for new employees taking their first … Read More »
Northgate to drive operational strategy forwards under new national operations director
Previously regional operations manager at Northgate, Branch will take on responsibility for Northgate’s UK operational strategy across its network of 67 branches and 55,000 vehicles and … Read More »
Citroën ends 2013 with new Business Centres & multiple industry accolades
The brand says the new Business Centres will help build on its growing success in the SME sector and comprise Arnold Clark Citroën at Broadleys Industrial … Read More »
Chevin plans major upgrade for fleet support arrangements in 2014
The changes will see a new community forum put in place alongside an extensive knowledge base library, as well as new feedback methods designed to create … Read More »
SEAT confirms appointment of new head of fleet and business sales
The appointment, which is effective from 2014, comes as former incumbent Steve Robertson leaves the company. McDonald has held a number of roles within the Volkswagen … Read More »
Use vehicle tracking to identify & tackle poor driver behaviour, says RAM Tracking
The firm’s Chris McClellan said: ‘Driver safety should be the top priority for fleet managers and training is one of the most important elements in ensuring … Read More »
High level of young driver penalty points shows need for reform
The road safety charity has highlighted DVLA data that shows 30,850 male drivers aged 20 or under have up to six points on their licence. This … Read More »
Southampton University introduces car sharing for employees
The two Enteprise CarShare vehicles have been taken on by the University’s Student Recruitment & Outreach department, based at its Highfield Campus, for its 20 members. The … Read More »
