Category : Features
A Bridge Too Far?
Seven countries, over 700 miles, one tank of diesel – after a marathon driving session, can the new Insignia Grand Sport lure drivers back out of … Read More »
Four key trends outlined in new BT Fleet Operational Insight report
BT Fleet has teamed up with the AA to publish a new report examining the everyday and long-term strategic challenges for fleet managers. We look at … Read More »
New speeding fines: what’s actually changed?
Despite the tabloid hysteria, changes to the UK’s speeding fine system only affect a small number of drivers, as Alex Grant and Natalie Middleton explain.
The Finance Bill – a seismic shift for fleet managers
Professor Colin Tourick explains some of the key changes presented by the new Bill, and how it could affect fleets.
The next automotive revolutions
New research by creative agency Six and major leasing firms looks at the key trends in digital connectivity and connected vehicles. Natalie Middleton highlights some of … Read More »
Fleet Geek – April 2017
Katie Beck looks at some of the best tech aimed at making life-on-the go and in the office that little bit easier. Duronic portable luggage scales … Read More »
Barometer – April 2017
UK manufacturing in demand Overseas demand helped deliver the biggest February for UK car production in 17 years, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) … Read More »
Reality Check: WLTP, RDE and the impact for fleets
A new testing regime is being introduced later this year aimed at providing a more accurate reflection of a car’s fuel economy and emission. Julian Kirk … Read More »
Fleet Geek – March 2017
Katie Beck looks at some of the best tech aimed at making life-on-the go and in the office that little bit easier.Products of the month Flight … Read More »
Going it alone – what will Brexit mean for UK fleets?
What could the UK’s withdrawal from the EU and the single market mean for fleets? Natalie Middleton asks the experts.
Fleet Geek – February 2017
Katie Beck looks at some of the best tech aimed at making life-on-the go and in the office that little bit easier.Products of the month Rowenta … Read More »
Spring Budget: Fleet industry responds to changes
In his first and last Spring Budget, chancellor Philip Hammond set out a number of changes that will impact on fleets. Natalie Middleton reviews the fleet … Read More »
Top highlights from Geneva
A look at the top 10 highlights for fleets at this year’s Geneva Motor Show.
Insignia Heritage: From Victor to Grand Sport
With a new Insignia only weeks away, Alex Grant looks back at the Vauxhall’s 60-year history of large family cars.
Tour de fours
A new generation of economical four-wheel drive systems are finding a growing role outside the SUV sectors, including in fleet. Natalie Middleton looks at the market … Read More »
Euro NCAP’s life-saving work in focus
As Euro NCAP marks 20 years of car crash testing, Natalie Middleton looks at how the organisation has transformed safety and helped fleets make better decisions.
Spotlight: SEAT Ibiza
The fifth generation of SEAT’s supermini puts an emphasis on technology, refinement and personalisation, explains Alex Grant.
BT Fleet: Better connected
Positioned within a diverse portfolio, with its own fleet as a customer and the EE mobile network, BT Fleet has all the tools to meet the … Read More »
Information overload: managing telematics data
Increased use of telematics is generating more data on drivers than ever before, but companies must be prepared to analyse and act upon the data – … Read More »
What you need to know about new Skoda Octavia
Skoda has updated its Octavia for 2017 with a new design as well as new infotainment, connectivity and driver assistance systems. We take a look at … Read More »
Top highlights from Detroit
As this year’s North American International Auto Show in Detroit gets underway, we look at the highlights of the show.
Autumn Statement: The key points for fleets
The key points of the 2016 Autumn Statement and what it means for fleets. By Alex Grant and Natalie Middleton.
Autumn Statement 2016 – key points for fleets
The most important announcements for fleets, from the 2017 Autumn Statement. By Alex Grant and Natalie Middleton.
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?
Your automotive P.A.?
Combining familiar and near-future technology, Jaguar Land Rover is readying a range of features which will make business motoring easier, safer and more fuel-efficient, explains Alex … Read More »
Go Ultra Low Summit 2016
Go Ultra Low’s second annual Summit took place on 7 November at the SMMT in London, and saw representatives of project partners, Go Ultra Low companies … Read More »
A new era for electric vehicles?
Daimler’s electric truck hints at near-future electric cars with longer ranges and much faster charging, explains John Kendall.
Day in the life: the RAC
It’s one of the most common breakdown callouts, but misfuelling needn’t live up to the horror stories. We took a ride with one of the RAC’s … Read More »