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Hiyacar expands further in corporate mobility with new business accounts
Car club and peer-to-peer car sharing platform Hiyacar is now offering Business Accounts to simplify employee travel.
VisionTrack drives AI innovations under latest computer vision appointments
VisionTrack is continuing its work to deliver next-generation AI video analysis that provides faster FNOL, improved understanding of driver behaviour and greater insight into fleet risk.
January car output at lowest level since 2009 but EV production up a third
UK car production fell 20.1% last month on the back of supply chain shortages but a surge in EVs brightened the outlook.
Russia invasion of Ukraine to push pump prices to £1.50
Petrol and diesel prices have hit further new highs on the back of Russia’s invasion of the Ukraine and the RAC has warned that petrol pump … Read More »
Fleets warned to future-proof black boxes to avoid major telematics ‘blackouts’
Companies running vehicle tracking tech need to future-proof their black boxes to avoid major ‘blackouts’ in their telematics data.
Concept Vehicle Leasing appoints new commercial director
Concept Vehicle Leasing has promoted Gary Dawes to the role of commercial director.
Ian Smith named new operations director at Engineius
Vehicle movement specialist Engineius has appointed Ian Smith as its new operations director.
Future of Roads Policing report makes five key road safety recommendations
The Police Foundation has published a new ‘The Future of Roads Policing’ report to help end avoidable casualties on the road.
Zurich Insurance signs up Europcar for replacement vehicles
Zurich UK has signed up Europcar Mobility Group UK as sole supplier for temporary replacement vehicles.
Interview: Kia’s John Hargreaves and Steve Hicks
John Hargreaves and Steve Hicks tell FW why there are many reasons to be positive in 2022.
John Lewis trials electric vehicles across Home Services fleet
The John Lewis Partnership is replacing its Home Services fleet with electric vehicles as part of its commitment to transition 4,000 cars, vans and light trucks … Read More »
Fleets expand choice lists to ‘nudge’ drivers into EVs
Fleets are expanding their choice lists to increase adoption of electric cars, alongside restricting petrol and diesel options, to ‘nudge’ drivers towards zero-emission vehicles.
Tyre management to become focal point of SMR costs for EV fleets
Tyre management is to become pivotal to service, maintenance and repair (SMR) for fleets as they adopt electric vehicles over the next few years.
Mina expands public charging network to support fleet shift to EVs
Mina has further expanded its public charging network, now giving access to nearly 6,000 chargers across more than 2,000 different locations.
Latest casualty figures show need for more action on drink driving
Road safety experts have called for more action to tackle drink driving on the back of new Department for Transport (DfT) accident figures.
New Dealer Standard for fleet car and van deliveries launched by AFP
A new voluntary industry standard setting out benchmarks for dealer car and van deliveries has launched from the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).
HMRC publishes latest Advisory Fuel Rates
HMRC has published its Advisory Fuel Rates (AFRs), effective from 1 March 2022 but bringing few changes.
Councils urged to collaborate with fleets in charging infrastructure roll-out
The BVRLA has published a charging infrastructure guide to help local authorities meet the diverse charging needs of electric fleets.
ARI Fleet UK appoints Jo Ewen as director, Complete Brand
Jo Ewen has joined ARI Fleet UK as its new director, Complete Brand, helping to drive its growth aspirations.
Fuel prices hit new records but ‘undoubtedly’ set to go higher still
Fuel prices hit new record highs at the weekend and will “undoubtedly” go higher still after Russia deployed troops in eastern Ukraine.
Micromobility safety challenges and opportunities under focus in DriveTech white paper
A new white paper providing expert guidance on the safe use of micromobility platforms is now available from DriveTech.
ISS to electrify global fleet under LeasePlan deal
ISS is working with LeasePlan to electrify its global fleet to reach its fleet net zero target by 2030.
Hertz invests in UFODrive EV self-hire app
Hertz has co-led a $19m (£14m) investment in UFODrive, an app-based electric vehicle rental company, to enhance its global EV fleet operations.
AXA Commercial launches EV insurance proposition for fleet customers
AXA Commercial has introduced a new electric vehicle proposition for fleet customers, supporting businesses making more sustainable changes to their operations.
MG to present new ZS EV and MG5 EV at Great British Fleet Event
MG Motor UK will use next month’s Great British Fleet Event to showcase its new MG ZS EV and MG5 EV Long Range, both key vehicles … Read More »
Fleet SMR budgets ‘severely stretched’ under longer running cycles
Fleet maintenance budgets are being severely challenged as operators are forced to run vehicles for longer due to the new car supply issues.
Premium design for Volkswagen Amarok pickup revealed in first near-production sketches
Volkswagen has published the first “near-production” sketches of its forthcoming Amarok pickup, giving an indication of what to expect when it launches later this year.
Selsia to show benefits of outsourcing accident repairs at Great British Fleet Event
Fleet operators attending next month’s Great British Fleet Event will be able to hear from Selsia about the benefits of outsourcing their vehicle accident repair requirements.
DfT publishes toolkit of assets for fleets on Highway Code changes
The Department for Transport has published a toolkit of assets for businesses to raise awareness of the new Highway Code changes.
‘Groundbreaking’ £150m class action against vehicle shipping cartel to proceed, says court
A class action against five of the world’s leading car shipping companies for price fixing has been given the green light to go ahead, potentially bringing … Read More »
