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Audi head of fleet moves to Volkswagen van role
James Douglas, head of fleet at Audi, is to move to Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles as head of sales operations from June.
New Prestige functionality gives fleets real-time view of SMR progress
Prestige Fleet Servicing has added a new VehicleTrak function to its mainstream Unity operating platform to provide fleet managers with real-time updates on the progress of … Read More »
BP and Esso bolster fuel card networks under reciprocal deal
BP and Esso fuel card users now have access to an expanded network under a reciprocal fuel card acceptance agreement.
Fleet winners of 2017 Experteye awards named
Fleet manufacturers, leasing firms and dealerships have been recognised for their work in the 2017 Experteye awards.
Plug-in hybrid Golf GTE priced from £30,635
The updated Volkswagen Golf GTE is now available to order, bringing reduced pricing, a new trim line-up and emissions starting from 38g/km.
Hyundai confirms Nissan Juke rival
Hyundai will launch a compact crossover named the Kona later this year, entering one of the fastest-growing segments of the UK market.
Alliance Asset Management rebrands as AAM Group
Vehicle fleet solutions provider Alliance Asset Management has rebranded as AAM Group to better reflect the company’s range of solutions.
DVSA puts focus on road safety in five-year strategy
The DVSA has outlined its five-year strategy, which will look to enhance road safety through a series of measures, including enhanced MoTs and driver testing.
New Mazda CX-5 priced from £23,695
Mazda has released pricing and specification details for its new CX-5, which introduces new technologies including G-Vectoring Control and head-up display.
Consultation explores Scottish ULEV parking incentives
The Scottish Government has launched a consultation on parking including on support for parking incentives for ULEV drivers and on the impact of pavement parking and … Read More »
Paul Hollick re-elected as ICFM chairman
The board of ICFM has re-elected Paul Hollick as its chairman at its AGM.
Jaama revamps customer services to enhance support
Jaama has restructured and expanded its customer service department in response to client feedback to provide a more streamlined service.
The Outside Clinic goes solus for Volvo fleet
Home-visiting optician and hearing specialist, The Outside Clinic, has taken delivery of 34 V40 and V60 models after signing a solus agreement.
DVLA to improve services for fleets under three-year vision
The DVLA has published its strategic plan for the next three years, including improving services for corporate customers and enhancing fitness-to-drive notifications as well as becoming … Read More »
Funding for connected and autonomous vehicles to include public testing
Business Secretary Greg Clark has announced plans for the first phase of £100m investment in connected and autonomous vehicle (CAV) testing infrastructure, which will be used … Read More »
Brake to run Pledge at-work road safety training courses
Brake is to deliver a series of one-day Pledge training course to help provide UK fleets with tools to address at-work road safety.
Uber to expand electric car presence in London
Uber is to deploy a number of initiatives intended to expand the number of fully electric vehicles available on its app in London as a new … Read More »
Mobile network providers urged to help fleets prevent driver distraction
UK mobile network providers could play a vital role in helping fleets minimise driver distraction by banning mobile phone use behind the wheel.
Total Motion strengthens management team
Leicester-based Total Motion has strengthened its management team with several new senior appointments and promotions.
Skoda previews electric crossover
Skoda has provided an insight into its forthcoming electric vehicle plans, unveiling a five-door crossover coupe concept named Vision E. Making its debut at April’s Shanghai … Read More »
London clean air zone charges to use real-world emissions data
A website detailing real-world vehicle emissions figures is to launch this autumn in London and Paris, providing a basis for the forthcoming clean air zone charges.
Online savings calculator shows benefits of fuel cards for SMEs
FuelGenie has launched an online savings calculator to help SMEs identify the benefits of switching to a fuel card.
TCH Leasing drives fleet cost saving with accident management scheme
TCH Leasing has reported significant cost savings for customers using its accident management solution.
Tax changes not denting salary sacrifice interest, says Tusker
Fleet take-up of salary sacrifice continues to rise, with drivers continuing to benefit from such schemes despite imminent changes to their tax treatment.
Urgent action needed to meet EU road safety targets
EU road safety stakeholders, including national and local authorities, are being urged to take bold action to ensure targets to halve road fatalities are met.
Car clubs and digital technology could clean up London’s air, says think tank
Harnessing the best of digital and char sharing technology could help with London’s air pollution issues but only if Mayor Sadiq Khan seizes opportunities.
EU member states urged to step up EV infrastructure plans
A joined-up and accessible network of charging stations is essential if Europeans are to benefit from the huge strides in e-mobility technologies.
A90 to get average speed cameras between Dundee and Stonehaven
Average speed cameras are to go live on the A90 between Dundee and Stonehaven from this autumn.
Councils call for pavement ban to be rolled out across the country
Laws allowing local authorities to ban pavement parking in London should be rolled out across the country to help save lives, councils say.
New Associates pages offer latest updates from key fleet companies
Fleet World’s newest innovation, Fleet World Associates, has launched with the support of Chevin, Franklin and Ensto.
