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MPs lend support to FairFuel campaign for Autumn Statement fuel duty cut
Today (9 November) will see MP Jason McCartney, Conservative Parliamentary candidate for the Colne Valley constituency, with other MPs from all parties and senior executives of the … Read More »
Renault Clio and Captur gain specification upgrades for 2016
The headline change is the addition of DAB radio as standard equipment on Clio and Captur models fitted with either the MediaNav or R-Link infotainment systems. … Read More »
Renault Twingo gains EDC transmission option
Now available across the majority of the carmaker’s range, the EDC is a dual-clutch automatic transmission and brings fast shift times as well as ‘creep’ control … Read More »
23% of fleets would rather pay clean air zone charges than switch to greener vehicles
The figures have been revealed as a government consultation into UK-wide zones comes to an end today (6 November). Under the Defra plans, diesel drivers could … Read More »
Vauxhall to recall 220,000 Zafira B cars following fires
The issue was highlighted in October when over 130 fires were reported via a Facebook group but Vauxhall said its investigations had been hampered by the … Read More »
New hands-free technologies still a dangerous distraction for drivers, says US research
That’s according to new research by the American Automobiles Association’s Foundation for Traffic Safety which found that mental distractions can persist long after completing a task. … Read More »
Bedfordshire Police plans for zero tolerance approach to speeding come under fire
According to the Telegraph, the proposals would see all M1 speed cameras switched on to catch anyone driving over 70mph. The newspaper said that Olly Martins, … Read More »
Technology and social media perceived as bigger driver distractions than drink-driving
That’s the finding of the Institute of Advanced Motorist’s (IAM) first major survey into safety culture. Published today (6 November), the Safety Culture Index report is … Read More »
Volvo signs dashcam deal with RoadHawk
The move means Volvo dealers will now be able to hardwire the cameras into the vehicles they sell. The latest deal builds on the firms’ existing … Read More »
DfT data shows 7% fall in road casualties
Headline figures in the report show that: A total of 22,830 people were killed or seriously injured (KSI casualties) in the year ending June 2015, down … Read More »
Salesman reports significant fuel savings with LPG
Crompton purchased a petrol-powered 2010 Vauxhall Astra three years ago and immediately had it converted to run on autogas LPG. “The conversion was carried out by … Read More »
Chevin launches ESOS audit report for FleetWave customers
All companies that have more than 250 staff or meet a range of other criteria have to complete their first audit by 5 December or face … Read More »
ARI’s Masterserve Network launches charitable foundation
The Foundation will raise funds for charities nominated by members of the Masterserve network and approved by a committee of several independent garage owners from within … Read More »
London Mayor urged to review plans for Ultra Low Emission Zone
Stephen Knight AM, who proposed the motion said: “At present the Mayor and TfL know full well that Euro 6 diesels are not actually clean, but are … Read More »
Fleet registrations rise but overall car market declines in October
Latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) shows that 177,664 new cars were registered in October, representing a decline of 1.1% on … Read More »
Hyundai Genesis to become standalone luxury brand
Previously associated with the carmaker’s flagship saloon model, the Genesis name will now “deliver ‘human-centered’ luxury through a range of new models that feature the highest … Read More »
Vauxhall Insignia gains Apple CarPlay and OnStar
The OnStar service is available on Limited Edition, Elite and VXR models and includes high-speed 4G LTE mobile network, emergency response notification, stolen vehicle recovery technology … Read More »
Energy Saving Trust reveals finalists for 2015 Fleet Hero Awards
This year’s event marks the 10th annual awards and will once again showcase organisations, suppliers and manufacturers that have successfully reduced fuel bills fuel bills and … Read More »
Opening up salary sacrifice car schemes to teachers could address employee retention issues, says Tusker
As reported by The Telegraph earlier this year, nearly half of teachers are leaving the profession a year after obtaining their qualification according to the Association … Read More »
ATS Euromaster names two new directors
Rachel McMullen takes the role of group operations director – comprehensive at ATS Euromaster, after nearly eight years leading the company’s finance department. She will now … Read More »
Countdown begins to 2015 BVRLA Industry Conference
The event takes place on 3 December at the National Motorcycle Museum in Solihull and is supported by CAP and KeeResources. The theme for this year’s … Read More »
New accident investigation course to help fleet managers deal with aftermath of work-related accidents
The training is designed to equip those responsible for fleet management with the required skills and knowledge to address issues arising from incidents involving company vehicles and … Read More »
Brake to offer low-cost seminars on managing at-work road risk
Sponsored by Arval and Interactive Driving Systems, the seminars will take place in Huddersfield on 1 December 2015 and Swindon on 25 February 2016. The seminars … Read More »
Audi A4 and Honda Jazz and HR-V scoop full marks in latest Euro NCAP tests
Under the tests, the Audi A4 received 90% for the adult occupant score, 87% for child occupant, 75% for pedestrian safety and 75% for safety assist. … Read More »
Arval completes acquisition of GE Capital Fleet Services in Europe
Arval has completed the acquisition of GE Capital’s European fleet management activity with immediate effect.
Prestige Fleet Servicing reports strong demand for insurance offering
The East Midlands-based operation currently has a network of around more than 260 independent garages providing low-cost, added-value servicing to fleet operators throughout the country, including … Read More »
Price of diesel hovers near 2009 low
The organisation’s Fuel Watch data shows that diesel is still not far off the lowest price since December 2009, which was recorded in the first week … Read More »
Dr Will Murray of IDS takes to two wheels to raise funds for Brake
Dr Murray, research director at the global fleet risk management solutions provider, has actively worked with Brake for the last 20 years after attending its launch … Read More »
New advice on business driver stress published for Stress Awareness Day
So says driver training provider TTC Group as part of today’s (4 November) Stress Awareness Day. According to research, one in three UK drivers report feeling … Read More »
Enterprise Rent-A-Car launches new UK website as part of digital enhancements
The site forms part of a phased roll-out of digital enhancements across its European operations that began in August with the launch of a mobile booking … Read More »