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Cybersecurity concerns curbing demand for connected cars
Knowledge of connected cars is low among UK consumers, with only 4% saying they knew they owned one, and 66% saying they did not plan to … Read More »
Rail fares to get biggest hike in five years
Train fares are to increase by 3.4% on average from 2 January, representing the biggest increase since 2013.
Industry concern as ‘clocking’ rises among nearly new vehicles
The BVRLA is to begin an investigation into mileage fraud, following warnings from the National Franchise Dealer Association (NFDA) that it’s a fast-growing problem among vehicles … Read More »
Fleet registrations down 14% in November as new car market faces first annual fall since 2011
Fleet and overall new car registrations fell for the eighth consecutive month in November as falling business and consumer confidence and concerns over future tax treatment … Read More »
Fuel prices hit three-year high
Average petrol and diesel prices hit their most expensive levels in three years last month following more than a 2p per litre rise.
International Vehicle Solutions partners with Trim Perfect
Newly launched UK remarketing business International Vehicle Solutions (IVS) has signed a partnership with Northamptonshire-based smart repair specialist Trim Perfect.
Change of tack needed on young driver safety, finds new research
The UK should get away from thinking about ‘problem’ young drivers and adopt a broader, more comprehensive approach to improve young driver safety.
Highways England to lift roadworks for Christmas
Highways England is to complete or lift current road works ahead of the festive period.
Green Tomato Cars to axe diesels by end of 2018
Eco-focused private hire company Green Tomato Cars has committed to defleeting all diesels and upgrading its vehicles to exclusively zero emissions and hybrid models by the … Read More »
Ecotricity launches new Electric Highway pricing and EV green charging offer
Ecotricity has teamed up with Rolec EV to launch a new green charging offer, as it also reveals new pay-as-you-go charging rates for its Electric Highway … Read More »
ALD Automotive launches global fleet reporting solution
ALD Automotive has announced the launch of GlobalFleetReporting.com (GFR) – a new solution that consolidates fleet management data from multiple sources, including third party data.
New-style driving test comes into effect today
The recently revised driving test will “big safety benefits and save lives”, says IAM RoadSmart, by including more real life situations and introducing new drivers to … Read More »
Cap HPI debuts new forecast and SMR tools
Cap HPI has launched a new set of tools for the fleet and leasing sector, including a new solution to help forecast values more accurately.
Tracker’s top tips to prevent keyless ‘relay attack’ theft
Car tracking and security specialist Tracker has published a list of top tips on safeguarding against keyless ‘relay’ car theft as it warns that nearly 96% … Read More »
Reduction in drivers caught using mobile phones after tougher penalties introduced
11% fewer drivers were caught while using a mobile phone, after new tougher penalties were introduced according to an FOI request by the RAC to police … Read More »
New Kent motorway junction gets go-ahead
The Government has given the go-ahead for a new M20 junction by Ashford in Kent, with construction due to begin early next year.
Mike Wise takes director role at vGroup International
Industry stalwart Mike Wise has assumed a board-level role at vGroup International as the company embarks on latest expansion plans.
Renault prepares 1,000 connected-Méganes for fleet customers
Renault has produced 1,000 vehicle-to-vehicle (V2V) and vehicle-to-infrastructure (V2X) enabled, connected, Mégane cars ready for fleet customers.
Jeep confirms plug-in hybrid power for new Wrangler
Jeep‘s new Wrangler will include plug-in hybrid power, the American company has confirmed.
Mercedes-Benz reveals new CLS coupé
Mercedes-Benz revealed its third-generation four-door coupé at the Los Angeles Motor Show, featuring driver assistance technology from the EClass and five seats for the first time.
Toyota plant to produce electricity and hydrogen from renewables
Toyota is to build a power plant capable of producing water, electricity and hydrogen using bio-waste as a fuel.
Vauxhall Grandland X gets top-of-the-range trim
Vauxhall has introduced a new top-of-the-range variant and diesel engine for its Grandland X SUV.
Clancy Group named latest DfBB Business Champion
Clancy Group, parent company of contractor Clancy Docwra, has become the latest Business Champion for the Driving for Better Business Campaign in recognition of its work … Read More »
Second-gen Toyota Safety Sense package to roll out from January
Toyota is to roll out the second-generation of its Safety Sense active safety package from 2018, with new and upgraded features.
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Toyota axes diesel Auris in favour of hybrid power
Toyota’s Auris 2018 refresh drops diesel in favour of hybrid.
More electric range for BMW i8 Coupé and Roadster introduced
BMW has revealed the production version of the new i8 Roadster and new Coupé at the Los Angeles Auto Show.
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