Category : Latest News
Prices for facelifted Octavia to start from £17,055 OTR
Skoda has opened order books for its 2017 Octavia, which will be priced from £17,055 OTR.
Grey fleets still cutting corners on safety
Companies with grey fleet drivers are being urged to get to grip with their duty of care as new evidence shows drivers are still cutting corners … Read More »
Volvo S90 and V90 score highly in Euro NCAP ratings
Euro NCAP has released its latest safety ratings, with Volvo’s recently launched S90 and V90 models scoring a maximum five-star rating while Ford’s European Mustang model … Read More »
Government MoT plans likely to impact on road safety
Extending the MoT test ‘grace period’ of new vehicles to four years is likely to come at the expense of road safety, tyre safety experts have … Read More »
Richard Hipkiss becomes managing director at Fleet Operations
Fleet Operations has appointed operations director Richard Hipkiss as its new managing director.
Fleets offered free 30-day trial of Hubio Fleet
Businesses operating fleets of one vehicle or more are being invited to take part in a free 30-day trial of the Hubio Fleet tracking solution.
New business development manager tasked with UK Carline expansion
UK Carline has appointed a new business development manager as part of expansion plans for the business.
Tougher fines to be introduced for most serious speeding offences
Drivers caught for the most serious speeding offences are set to face much tougher fines under new sentencing guidelines introduced following consultation.
Diesel pump price hits two-year high
The average price of diesel has hit its highest level in more than two years.
Salary sacrifice to still provide time and cost-effective solution, says Fleet Hire
This April’s tax changes on salary sacrifice schemes will not erode the benefits of such schemes in providing a time and cost-effective benefit to both employees … Read More »
Used car prices fall in Q4 2016
Average used prices fell back slightly in Q4 2016 on the back of higher average age and mileage.
Vredestein looks to become substantial tyre player in fleet market
Premium tyre brand Vredestein is to enter the UK fleet market in line with its plans for expansion.
2017 Toyota Yaris to get new 1.5-litre petrol
The 2017 Toyota Yaris will get a new 1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine, bringing increased efficiency and power compared to the outgoing 1.33-litre unit.
Highest ever number of motorists caught using mobiles in police crackdown
A police crackdown on mobile phone usage behind the wheel has caught the highest ever number of offenders.
US regulator clears Tesla’s Autopilot of defects after crash investigation
The US Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has closed a seven-month investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) feature following a … Read More »
Motorists caught eating cereal and shaving at the wheel
Motorists are still ignoring the dangers of being distracted when behind the wheel, with some even shaving, eating cereal or reading whilst driving.
Government proposes move to four-year first MoT
New cars and motorcycles could gain an extra year’s exemption from having an MoT under government plans.
TfL fines Vodafone for mismanaging streetworks noticing
Transport for London (TfL) has prosecuted Vodafone for the ninth time in two years for failing to provide statutory notices at the start and end of … Read More »
BCA restructures supply chain operations
BCA has introduced a new supply chain operation structure to strengthen its support for manufacturers and fleet operators across the vehicle lifecycle.
Drive appoints Albert Kato to leasing team
Albert Kato has joined Drive Software Solutions as sales executive mid-market.
Europcar ULEV car sharing service launches in Highlands & Islands
Europcar has launched a new pay-by-the-hour car sharing service for business and leisure travellers to the Highlands & Islands area in Scotland.
Chargemaster given go ahead for Elektromotive acquisition
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has given clearance for Chargemaster to acquire Elektromotive and Charge Your Car Ltd this week.
2017 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV brings enhanced efficiency and EV priority mode
Mitsubishi has refreshed its Outlander PHEV for 2017, including reduced CO2 emissions and a new EV priority mode.
London boroughs to trial ULEV initiatives
Nine London boroughs have secured a share of £2.5m funding to trial initiatives on Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs) that could be rolled out across the … Read More »
Cost and availability of parking become growing concern for motorists
The cost and availability of parking in the UK are becoming increasing concerns for drivers, according to the latest RAC Report on Motoring.
Leo Taylor returns to Alphabet as head of product management
Alphabet GB has appointed Leo Taylor as its new head of product management, who returns to the company after five years.
UK true fleet market up 2.9% during turbulent 2016
True fleet registrations in the UK largely remained positive during 2016 despite economic and political conditions.
New car buyers start heading back to black
White remains the UK’s favourite new car colour but buyers are starting to return to black.
Last chance to enter Fleet World Honours 2017 – Don’t miss out!
The deadline for submissions for Fleet World Honours 2017 is fast approaching, with entries set to close on 21 January.
London Mayor reiterates call for scrappage scheme as capital put on air quality alert
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has issued an air quality alert in London, warning of high levels of pollution.
