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Electric car registrations up 31.8% in H1
Uptake of electric cars continued to rise steeply in Q2 of 2016, helping to ensure a record first half performance.
July marks end to four months of rising pump prices
Following four consecutive months of pump price rises, the average cost of fuel has started to fall again, new data shows.
Pokemon Go players putting road users at risk
Motorists are putting themselves and other road users at risk by hunting for Pokemon while driving, warns a road safety education organisation.
One in five people use their phone behind the wheel
More than one in five people use non-hands-free mobile phones to take a call or text whilst driving, new research suggests.
Ray Sommerville joins Cox Automotive UK as non-executive director
Ray Sommerville has joined Cox Automotive UK, parent company of Manheim, as non-executive director.
BP launches Fuel Price Guarantee to protect fleets from fuel price volatility
BP’s commercial fuels business has launched a new offer to help fleet owners cap diesel costs and protect their business against prices rising whilst maintaining the … Read More »
Switch from diesels gathers pace, says Contracthireacar.com
Diesel reliance among fleet users is dropping faster than predictions, new research suggests.
RoSPA launches tailored Driver Development Course
RoSPA Fleet Safety has launched a new Driver Development Course that can be tailored to ensure its suitability for all drivers.
LeasePlan teams up with Deloitte for 2016 guide to funding and taxation
LeasePlan UK has published the 2016 edition of its annual guide to company vehicle taxation and fleet funding in association with Deloitte.
Supermarkets slash fuel prices but motorists ‘still being fleeced’
Britain’s biggest supermarkets are cutting the cost of diesel and unleaded by 2p per litre amid claims that it’s “too little and too late”.
FIAG to cover future of fleet at 2016 Autumn Workshop
The subject of how Britain’s company car, van and HGV fleets will look in the future and the challenges they will face will be the focus … Read More »
Pothole-related breakdowns double in 10 years
New research indicates that the condition of local roads has deteriorated drastically in the last decade.
Major roadworks to bring significant delays on M8, M73 and M74
Motorists are being warned to expect significant delays on the M74, M73 and M8 from 8 August, as work begins to remove existing and install the … Read More »
Hertz to offer exclusive rental benefits for Le Club AccorHotels’ members
Hertz has partnered with AccorHotels to provide Le Club AccorHotels’ members with special car rental offers, including exclusive benefits, globally.
Ford adds ST-Line model to Kuga range
Ford has announced the launch of a new ST-Line version of the Kuga mid-size SUV later this year.
Edinburgh embarks on 20mph scheme rollout
Edinburgh Council has launched the first zone in the capital’s new 20mph limit rollout.
Almost half of drivers aged 25-34 use apps while driving
New research finds drivers aged between 25 and 34 are taking huge risks by texting, using apps or going online on their mobiles when they are … Read More »
Amey awards solus leasing and fleet management deal to Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions
Amey has appointed Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions as its sole leasing and fleet management partner for its fleet of over 8,500 vehicles under a new six-year … Read More »
New Renault Mégane receives best-in-class SMR figures
Cap hpi has awarded the all-new Renault Mégane best-in-class service, maintenance and repair (SMR) costs.
AMT appoints sales manager for specialist cars
Chris Payne has joined AMT Group as sales manager of its specialist cars division, which provides complete rental, contract hire and vehicle sales solutions for personal … Read More »
Chargemaster to run Q-Park’s London points
Chargemaster is to take responsibility for operating and maintaining all 124 electric vehicle (EV) charging points across parking provider Q-Park’s London facilities.
Fleetondemand launches new global vehicle hire solution
Technology provider Fleetondemand has added new global vehicle hire capability to its growing portfolio of mobility solutions.
Strong 2016 for Lex Autolease
The Lex Autolease fleet grew by more than 12,000 vehicles (+3.9%) in the first six months of 2016, with a large uptake from SMEs, the company … Read More »
London Assembly says air quality plans should be stricter on diesels
Plans to introduce clean air zones and diesel scrappage schemes to curb pollution in London should be stricter against diesels, the London Assembly Environment Committee has … Read More »
Code of Practice to aid safety system calibration
Thatcham Research has launched a code of practice for recalibrating sensors for driver assistance systems after a windscreen replacement.
BMW app links car and smartphone to cut lateness and stress
BMW is linking its drivers’ cars and smartphones with a new app designed to simplify navigation and avoid lateness.
Nissan bolsters UK fleet team
Nissan has restructured and increased the size of its Corporate Sales team, in a move aimed at improving the brand’s customer experience and reputation.
Apple adds Parkopedia data to maps app
Parkopedia’s live data and reservations for 40 million global parking spaces will be available in the next version of Apple Maps, the provider has announced.
Workplace parking saves employees £1,500 a year
Alphabet is advising businesses not to overlook the value of free workplace parking, which could amount to a tax-free financial boost averaging £1,500 per year according … Read More »
Speeding, not smartphones, tops UK drivers’ accident risk poll
Speeding is seen as the biggest cause of accidents in the UK, beating mobile phone use in a recent survey of 10,000 British drivers.
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