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Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… Surge pricing to ‘blow smoke screen’ over true cost of fuel Supermarkets such as Morrisons, Tesco … Read More »
Supermarkets slash fuel prices again
Sainsbury’s has triggered a fresh fuel pricing war with the announcement that it’s cutting up to 2ppl just ahead of the busy holiday season.
Volkswagen cars to start communicating traffic risks from 2019
Volkswagen will start fitting its cars with connected technology that will enable vehicles to tell each other of traffic risks. From 2019 onwards, models will start … Read More »
Highways England simplifies Dart Charge administration for fleets
Highways England has completed the first in a trio of Dart Charge online account changes that will improve administration for fleets.
Today in Fleet – Thursday 29 June
All the key news in fleet… Declining domestic demand hits UK car production UK new car production fell 9.7% to 136,119 units in May, with domestic … Read More »
New Hyundai i30 Tourer brings £1,540 price reduction
Hyundai has revealed pricing and specs for its new i30 Tourer, which brings a £1,540 reduction in entry-level pricing as well as a reduced premium compared … Read More »
Time for leasing sector to ‘get off the fence’ on EVs, says Shoreham
Leasing companies are being urged to cut monthly costs on electric vehicles by taking action to increase residual values through used buyer education.
Today in Fleet – Wednesday 28 June
All the key news in fleet… Fleets urged to register for UK Road Safety Week Fleet operators can now register for a free action pack for … Read More »
Surge pricing to ‘blow smoke screen’ over true cost of fuel
A move amongst supermarkets to introduce Uber-style ‘surge pricing’ at forecourts as well as instore could ‘blow a smokescreen’ over fuel prices and impact on fleets.
New BMW X3 brings latest digital and driver assistance tech
BMW’s third-generation X3 will bring new petrol engines as well as latest driver assistance and connectivity functionality when it launches this November.
Euro 6 diesels up to 12 times over official limits
Diesel Euro 6 vehicles continue to deliver drastically different nitrogen oxide (NOx) emissions when tested in the real world, with some models meeting official targets while … Read More »
SEAT continues SUV offensive with new Arona unveiling
SEAT has unveiled its Arona compact crossover as it presses ahead with plans to swiftly develop a strong SUV presence.
Aston Martin to launch first electric model in 2019
Aston Martin has confirmed production of its first all-electric model, due to hit the roads in 2019 in a limited build run of 155 cars.
Today in Fleet – Tuesday 27 June
All the key news in fleet… Last call for comments for expenses consultation Alphabet is urging fleets to add their views to an HMRC consultation that … Read More »
Isotrak acquires VeriLocation
Isotrak has acquired UK GPS fleet tracking specialist VeriLocation for an undisclosed amount.
Fleets urged to prepare for ‘significant’ rises in insurance premiums
Fleet operators can expect to see significant rises in their insurance premiums unless steps are taken to improve risk management and reporting.
£1m up for grabs under London Mayor’s Air Quality Business Fund
London businesses and business groups can now apply for funding to deploy low emission vehicle infrastructure or zero emission home delivery services.
Policy Exchange report in focus: How revamped taxes could cut transport emissions
Think tank Policy Exchange has published a new report on how a new strategy could clean up road transport to deliver emissions reductions and tackle a … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Monday 26 June
All the key news in fleet… New FleetEurope mini lease service launches Intended to bridge the gap between daily rental and leasing, a new mini lease … Read More »
‘Smart’ streetlight trial could provide real-time air quality data
The UK’s first ‘smart’ streetlights – which could be used to monitor pollution, create Wi-Fi hotspots and even guide driverless vehicles – have gone on trial in … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… London Mayor to explore pay-per-mile road pricing Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is to look at … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Friday 23 June
All the key news in fleet… Nissan LEAF to get ProPilot semi-autonomous tech The new Nissan LEAF will feature ProPilot technology, bringing autonomous drive functionality for … Read More »
Fleet Hero Awards 2017 open for entries
Companies at the forefront of sustainable fleet management are being urged to enter this year’s Fleet Hero Awards, which are now open for entries.
Driverless cars green-lighted for on-road trials
Trials of connected and driverless cars are to move onto UK streets by the end of this year as the UK Autodrive consortium completes its final … Read More »
Today in Fleet – Thursday 22 June
All the key news in fleet… Audi’s second electric car to start production in 2019 Audi has confirmed production of its e-tron Sportback will start at … Read More »
Driving for Better Business celebrates 10 years with new initiatives
Driving for Better Business is marking its 10th anniversary with a new three-year programme to engage with employers in both the private and public sector.
Breaking news: Queen’s Speech to make fuel station EV charge points mandatory
Motorway service stations and large fuel retailers will be required to install EV charge points under legislation planned for in the Queen’s Speech.
London Mayor to explore pay-per-mile road pricing
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is to look at measures including road pricing, a workplace parking levy scheme and a zero-emission zone in central London in … Read More »
Technology could halve unexpected fleet breakdowns, says ICC
Developments in fleet telemetry could halve unexpected breakdowns by 2020 while lowering TCO, according to In-car Cleverness.
Jaguar confirms £28k E-Pace compact SUV
Jaguar’s Evoque-sized SUV, dubbed the E-Pace, will make its full reveal next month, the carmaker has confirmed.
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