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ACFO to further boost membership numbers at 2016 Silverstone Fleet Show
The event takes place on 11 May at the iconic Silverstone Circuit and will see ACFO included among a host of top-profile fleet service organisations and … Read More »
One in two new cars already have semi-autonomous safety technology
The research by the SMMT and JATO Dynamics shows that collision warning systems, which monitor the space ahead of the car using radar and cameras to … Read More »
National Car Rental launches Priority Service at eight UK airports
Previously run in North America, the service has now been launched in Europe following a pilot at a small number of locations. Priority Service is … Read More »
Honda and Hitachi develop portable alcohol detector for smart keys
The prototype has been designed to be tamper-resistant and provides results within three seconds. The two companies have also developed a system that can show … Read More »
15% rise in drivers achieving GreenRoad Fleet Elite status
GreenRoad, which provides driver and fleet performance management solutions, created its Fleet Elite Programme to motivate drivers and help fleet managers and owners reward safe driving … Read More »
CHP Consulting publishes Lease Accounting Whitepaper
The publication on ‘Lease Accounting Reform: The Systems Impact for Asset Finance Lessors’ reflects the final standards published by the IASB and FASB, published earlier this … Read More »
Europe's car safety framework needs 'overhaul', says ETSC
In its report, the ETSC says that new data shows only around half of new vehicles sold in 2013 had been awarded five stars by Euro … Read More »
Drivers using abrasive chemicals to try to declog DPFs, specialist finds
PF investigated the call history for its blocked DPF helpline for last year to find some of the inappropriate ways customers have tried to unblock their … Read More »
Toyota's new Prius Plug-in to offer emissions of 32g/km
Unveiled at the New York International Auto Show yesterday, it’s the second generation of the Prius to be available with a plug-in hybrid drive. Its … Read More »
Winners of 2016 World Car of the Year awards announced
The MX-5 beat fellow finalists, the Audi A4 Sedan/Avant and the Mercedes-Benz GLC, at the awards and also scooped the World Car Design of the Year … Read More »
Think-tank calls for 3% diesel surcharge to be increased and capital allowances to be removed
Published in partnership with King’s College London, the report says that the capital is “facing an air pollution crisis” and sets out 10 policy recommendations tackling … Read More »
Government outlines road and transport improvements in National Infrastructure Delivery Plan
The plans are supported by investment of over £100bn committed to 2020-21, part of the £483bn 'Pipeline' project. As well as detailing investment on areas … Read More »
Demand for used diesel vehicles remains strong post-emissions scandal, says Venson
Towards the end of 2015, 80% of the vehicles Venson sent to market were diesel, proving demand is still strong in the ex-fleet arena. “We … Read More »
Genesis takes wraps off Hybrid Sports Sedan Concept at New York Motor Show
The model gives an insight into the brand’s design direction, which it says is centred on “driver-focused luxury”. Features include a full leather interior with four … Read More »
Aberdeen businesses able to trial Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cells through council initiative
The council has added four ix35 hydrogen Fuel Cell vehicles to its fleet of vehicles with Co-wheels car club. Aberdeen City Councillor Barney Crockett, who … Read More »
RAC members to benefit from greater accuracy battery testing system
The organisation said that breakdowns involving batteries are the number one cause of RAC call-outs with patrols attending more than 445,000 members in 2015. But the … Read More »
Countdown to Low Carbon Champions Awards 2016 begins
The Champions Awards celebrate organisations that have made a real difference in the area of low carbon road transport. There are seven Award categories, ranging from … Read More »
British car manufacturing up 13.1% in February
Output for the domestic market rose 24.4% in the month, accompanied by a 9.1% increase in export production. February’s performance puts production for the year-to-date … Read More »
Chevin highlights software enhancements at Silverstone Fleet Show 2016
The Show will take place on 11 May 2016 at Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire. During the event, Chevin will be available to demonstrate software such as its … Read More »
Interactive Driving Systems acquired by US driving safety specialist
Interactive Driving Systems, which provides fleet driver safety management solutions through its Virtual Risk Manager (VRM) platform, has been acquired by US online driver education specialist … Read More »
Cost to councils of getting local roads up to scratch put at £11.8bn
That’s the finding of the Annual Local Authority Road Maintenance (ALARM) survey, published today (23 March 2016), which estimates that getting the roads back to scratch … Read More »
Pothole damages leads to £684m repair bill for British motorists
The survey for Kwik Fit found that 6.3 million drivers suffered damage from hitting potholes in their car last yer, leading to an average cost of … Read More »
Chancellor ‘should resist urge to tamper with salary sacrifice for cars’ says Fleet Hire boss
The call comes from the chief executive of contract hire, fleet management and salary sacrifice provider Fleet Hire who’s also said he would welcome any attempts … Read More »
Over £1m worth of stolen luxury vehicles returned to UK from Uganda
Said to be a first in the battle against ‘car key burglary’, the operation for the repatriation of the vehicles was completed through a public-private partnership … Read More »
Mixed reaction from UK motorists over Chancellor’s announcement on driverless car tests
In his eighth Budget last week, Chancellor George Osborne said that driverless cars will be tested on UK motorways from 2017, as the Government takes steps … Read More »
Holistic, cross-disciplinary approach to cybersecurity needed, says security specialist
In a statement issued in partnership with the Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration (NHTSA) in the US, the FBI has … Read More »
Jolly Good Vehicle Rental’s Telford branch moves home
The move to the new premises in Halesfield is intended to support ongoing growth and improve customer satisfaction while offering a staff a better working environment. … Read More »
Brake announces sponsorship opportunities for Fleet Safety Awards 2016
The awards programme recognises the achievements of fleet operators and suppliers working to reduce the number of road crashes involving at-work drivers. Entries are already … Read More »
Auto Windscreens helps raise funds for Sport Relief
In total 74 people, wearing sporty fancy dress, took donation calls at Auto Windscreens’ contact centre in Chesterfield for Sport Relief 2016. The call centre … Read More »
Alphabet passes 600,000 global leased vehicle milestone in 2015
The fleet services provider has reported overall market growth of 8.5% for 2015, compared to overall market growth of 2.1%. Alphabet also reported new business growth … Read More »
