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Real-world fuel consumption to come under focus at transmission & driveline IMechE event
Currently offered with a 15% early bird booking discount, the seminar will address transmission and driveline strategies and problems faced by passenger cars, heavy-duty vehicles and … Read More »
Roddy Graham becomes Honorary Fellow of the ICFM
Newly elected chairman of the ICFM, Paul Hollick, commented on presenting the surprise honorary fellowship: ‘Roddy Graham has driven the ICFM to new heights. In his … Read More »
Drivers told to clean up their act
Also in 2013, at least 19 people died and 259 were seriously injured in accidents where road users couldn’t see properly in rain, sleet, snow and … Read More »
Tusker gains Green Apple gold award for eco initiatives
The contract hire and salary sacrifice specialist won the gold award for Best Automotive Green Practice at the Green Apple Awards ceremony, which was held in … Read More »
DVLA responds to BVRLA concerns over abolition of paper licence
According to the BVRLA, ‘political pressure to speed up the process now means the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is set to renege on its … Read More »
Mercedes reveals CLA Shooting Brake
The smallest estate in the Mercedes line-up, the new CLA Shooting Brake is based on the CLA four-door coupe and goes on sale in January 2015, … Read More »
Star Medical signs Lexus solus fleet deal
Star Medical, established in 2002, sources people at all levels for pharmaceutical, medical devices and technology, clinical research and healthcare communications companies on a permanent, contract … Read More »
Rental customers warned of potential disruption over abolition of paper licence
That’s according to the BVRLA, which says that political pressure to speed up the process now means the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) is set … Read More »
Chevin urges fleets to switch to “real-world” CO2 measures
The fleet software specialist points to figures from pressure group Transport and Environment suggesting that manufacturers are using a variety of techniques to artificially reduce their … Read More »
Motorists fear new drivers more than hazardous weather conditions
That’s according to a new study from Halfords Autocentres, which found that almost a third of motorists (29.2%) rank inexperienced drivers as the most worrying hazard … Read More »
AT&T launches free no-texting-while-driving app as research shows drivers’ smartphone addiction
A new survey commissioned by the firm and Dr David Greenfield, founder of The Center for Internet and Technology Addiction and Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at The … Read More »
“Biggest and best” Show planned for Silverstone 2015
Six months before the 2015 Show, virtually all of the exhibitors at the 2014 Show have confirmed that they will be attending again in 2015. And … Read More »
Denise Lane joins ACFO board
Lane is head of group fleet at Capita, a UK leader in business process management and outsourcing solutions, and succeeds Julie Jenner, who steps down at … Read More »
CBI calls on Chancellor to improve country’s infrastructure
The organisation said its latest CBI/URS Infrastructure Survey shows that businesses expect transport and energy infrastructure to worsen over the next five years, so the CBI’s … Read More »
Network Rail rolls out “Chapter Eight” compliant livery to improve safety & visibility
The newly designed prismatic reflective livery meets Chapter Eight of the Department for Transport’s Traffic Signs Manual for high conspicuity markings and will initially be rolled … Read More »
Total Fleet scores vehicle leasing partnership with Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
The firm said that the deal, which also includes becoming an Academy Associate sponsor, will enable supporters to benefit from great value vehicle leasing deals, backed … Read More »
FairFuelUK calls on Treasury Minister for oil pricing inquiry & fuel duty cut
The campaign team met with the Treasury Minister Priti Patel and Robert Halfon MP, PPS to the Chancellor to talk about the need for an immediate … Read More »
CAP Automotive to expand solutions following acquisition by Solera Holdings
Solera is a leading provider of risk and asset management software and services to automotive and property marketplace. The firm has long-established operations in the UK, … Read More »
New Vauxhall SUV due 2020
GM CEO Mary Barra announced that the Opel plant in Rüsselsheim will produce the forthcoming new SUV whilst the brand will also make considerable investments in … Read More »
Regus Express workplace to open at Sandbach South services
The workplace will feature a drop-in business lounge, plus high-specification meeting rooms available by the hour. Regus added that it is likely to attract those wanting … Read More »
Cardinus lends support to Specsavers campaign for driver eyecare
The leading risk management organisation recommends drivers advise their optician that they drive on business so that the examination ensures their eyesight is good enough for … Read More »
Lexus points to possible RC convertible with LF-C2 concept
The 2+2 roadster design study features no roof or cabin covering and features a striking angular design with a reworked version of Lexus’s signature spindle grille … Read More »
Car production down 6.7% in October due to global economic uncertainty
The SMMT added that global economic uncertainty is affecting demand, but the outlook is still positive, with all-time record production levels expected within the next few … Read More »
Volkswagen Group shows fuel cell knowledge at LA
Debuted as Toyota and Honda also revealed their fuel cell models at the show, Audi's A7 Sportback h-tron Quattro features a 100kW fuel cell stack which … Read More »
2014 ACFO Awards include DVLA accolade
The results were revealed last night (19th November) at a gala dinner at the St John’s Hotel, Solihull attended by 250 ACFO members and their guests. The … Read More »
Inchcape becomes first fleet management firm to gain ServiceMark Accreditation
The ServiceMark Accreditation is based on results taken from extensive staff and customer engagement surveys and after a thorough on-site assessment of Inchcape Fleet Solution's customer … Read More »
WheelRight launches mobile version of TPMS system for cars & CVs
Launched at the Seeing is Believing industry event supported by the Highways Agency, the system measures tyre pressure on vehicles including cars and commercial vehicles and … Read More »
Arval passes 100,000-vehicle milestone
The landmark vehicle, a Vauxhall Vivaro, was delivered to home assistance company HomeServe, and closely follows the company's global milestone of 700,000 vehicles across 25 countries, which … Read More »
Audi shows Prologue concept at LA
Presented by head of design Marc Lichte the model shows a new styling direction for the brand in the large coupe. The two-door four-seat coupe is … Read More »
Free app offers worldwide maps with navigation
Developed by Telenav's European team, formed through the acquisition of skobbler at the beginning of the year, "Scout" provides worldwide online navigation and maps, including offline … Read More »