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MPs lend support to FairFuel campaign for Autumn Statement fuel duty cut

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 »