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Government “abdicates responsibility” in air quality plans
Long-awaited air quality plans published by the Government have come under fire for passing on responsibility for tackling air pollution to local authorities.
Peugeot 308 gets updated styling and new engine
Peugeot’s 308 is being updated with fresh styling and a new 1.5-litre diesel engine.
Fleet Show visitors get early look at the new Volvo XC60
Volvo’s crucial new XC60 mid-size SUV will be making its industry debut at the Fleet Show as the brand’s transformation continues.
Prices and specs announced for Renault Koleos
Renault’s X-Trail-rivalling Koleos large SUV will be priced from £27,500 with emissions starting from 128g/km when it goes on sale this summer.
Motoring fines surge for company car drivers
The number of motoring fines incurred by company car and drivers rose by more than a fifth (21%) year-on-year in 2016, Lex Autolease analysis finds.
Today in Fleet: Friday 5 May
All the key news in fleet… Well-known data expert joins KeeResources team Automotive data experts KeeResources have appointed Andrew Ballard to the newly established role of … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… New VED rates take toll on April fleet registrations Both the fleet and overall new car … Read More »
Make your Fleet Show visit carbon neutral
BP is offering visitors to the Fleet Show the chance to offset their carbon emissions from travelling to the event.
ULEVs and SUVs give Hyundai a fleet boost
Hyundai is seeing huge growth in fleet sales so far this year, with dealer and contract hire business rocketing by 119% year-to-date.
Honda to showcase total mobility solutions at Fleet Show 2017
Honda is set to showcase its range of total mobility solutions for businesses of all shapes and sizes at this year’s Fleet Show on 10 May … Read More »
New VED rates take toll on April fleet registrations
Both the fleet and overall new car markets saw double-digit declines in April following the implementation of new VED rates.
Today in Fleet: Thursday 4 May
All the key news in fleet… Supermarkets cut pump prices Tesco, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s have cut fuel prices by 2ppl for diesel and 1ppl for … Read More »
Government to publish air quality plans within a week
Draft air quality plans, which could include anti-diesel measures for clean air zones, are to be published by the Government by 9 May after it confirmed … Read More »
Nissan revisits 180-year-old tech to tackle smartphone distraction
Nissan is trialling Victorian-era technology to reduce smartphone distraction at the wheel.
Today in Fleet: Wednesday 3 May
All the key news in fleet… Arval launches multi-supplier reporting platform Arval has launched a new online reporting platform for clients working with multiple full service … Read More »
Exclusive fleet preview of all-new Mazda CX-5
Visitors to the Fleet Show are to be given exclusive access to the all-new Mazda CX-5 ahead of its launch in the UK.
Today in Fleet: Tuesday 2 May
All the key news in fleet… Updated tax book sheds light on salary sacrifice changes The new rules for salary sacrifice and cash allowances come under … Read More »
Audi appoints new head of fleet
Audi UK has appointed Tom Brennan as head of fleet sales, following the recent departure of James Douglas to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles.
Today in Fleet: Friday 28 April
All the key news in fleet… Skoda Yeti to be discontinued this year Skoda will drop the Yeti name when it launches its indirect replacement, the … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
All the key news in fleet from the last week… Stricter fines for speeding drivers kick in Drivers in England and Wales caught speeding excessively will … Read More »
Software investment vital for fleets, survey shows
More than a third of fleet managers believe that investing in fleet management technology would strengthen their company’s competitive advantage.
High Court rejects government bid to delay air quality plans
The Government’s bid to delay publication of its air quality plans until after the General Election has failed.
FTA extends AA contract for 2,000 Recovery members
The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has signed a five-year extension with the AA fleet and SME division to provide breakdown and recovery services to 2,000 FTA … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Thursday 27 April
All the key news in fleet… UK car manufacturing boom as exports drive demand Exports continued to drive British car manufacturing in March, as demand rose … Read More »
Exclusive fleet test drive of all-new Renault Koleos
Fleet Show 2017 will be the first opportunity for fleet decision-makers to test drive the all-new Renault Koleos – the car that is leading a surge … Read More »
Finance Bill shelves ULEV BiK changes
Forthcoming changes to Benefit-in-Kind tax for ultra low emission vehicles (ULEVs) have been put on hold in advance of the election.
High Court orders hearing over government’s clean air plan deferral
A High Court hearing tomorrow (27 April) will order the Government to explain its plans to delay publication of a crucial clean air plan for the … Read More »
Prepare now for cross-border enforcement, says motoring law specialist
Fleets are being urged to make sure they’re ready for a new law next month that means EU member states have to share information on drivers … Read More »
Fleet Show debut marks next step in Suzuki’s growth
With its sights set on doubling its sales to business users, Suzuki will mark its Fleet Show debut with the chance to try its entire product … Read More »
Today in Fleet: Wednesday 26 April
All the key news in fleet… Industry mourns loss of Ken Trinder Well-known industry figure Ken Trinder has passed away at the age of 67 following … Read More »
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