Category : Today in Fleet
UK’s first EV Consumer Code to drive best practice in home EV chargers
Drivers having an EV charge point installed at home can now use a new code of practice to help find reputable suppliers.
Keyless car theft hits all-time high
Keyless car theft continues to rise, with nine out of 10 of the stolen cars Tracker recovered in 2019 taken this way.
Fleet Source works with national charity to cut road risks
Driver training specialist Fleet Source has teamed up with RoadPeace to help the national charity’s work to reduce road danger.
Renault Morphoz concept heralds new family of electric models
Renault has revealed its latest concept car, developed on the new CMF-EV modular platform and heralding a new family of electric models.
EV charge points at supermarkets double in two years
The number of electric vehicle (EV) charge points at supermarkets has doubled in the last two years, although the proportion of supermarkets offering charging is still … Read More »
EV orders leap 300% at Zenith as BiK tax initiatives take effect
Orders of electric vehicles (EVs) at Zenith have leapt over 300% in salary sacrifice fleets and 250% in its company car fleets over the last six … Read More »
Brake report outlines essential vehicle checking and maintenance procedures
A new report from Brake outlines how the consequences of not complying with vehicle standards and why it’s important to train your drivers to complete routine … Read More »
Mini Electric drivers offered free charging miles with OVO Energy
Mini has teamed up with OVO Energy, offering 5,000 free, charging miles to new MINI Electric owners in the UK.
CMS expands commercial team
Collision Management Systems (CMS), a connected vehicle data specialist that works with insurers, fleets and remote worker organisations to reduce employee risk, has made two new … Read More »
Fleet Logistics appoints Oliver Stockhecke as first-ever chief sales officer
Oliver Stockhecke has joined Fleet Logistics Group in the brand-new role of chief sales officer (CSO).
BCA online sales hit new record in January 2020
BCA online trading volumes hit a new record in January 2020 following a 23% rise across the board.
Post-Brexit outlook, autonomy and 2035 EV impact on agenda at VRA March meeting
Emerging trends, including the post-Brexit economic outlook, developments in vehicle autonomy and the impact of the Government’s 2035 electric vehicle announcement, are to come under focus … Read More »
ULEV take-up at Fleet Alliance doubles in a year
Fleet Alliance Group has reported huge growth in ULEVs (Ultra Low Emission Vehicles) on its funded fleet as a result of drivers looking to benefit from … Read More »
New 20mph speed limits to go live on roads in central London
New 20mph speed limits on all Transport for London roads in central London could catch drivers out from next week – with enforcement being carried out … Read More »
UK car production hits lowest level in nine years
Output from UK car factories fell 2.1% in January; down for a fifth month running and recording the lowest level of January car production in nine … Read More »
Andre Buren joins CarNext.com as chief technology officer
LeasePlan used car platform CarNext.com has appointed Andre Buren as chief technology officer (CTO).
New trim level brings equipment boost for Škoda Fabia, Karoq and Kodiaq
Škoda had added a mid-range trim level for its Fabia, Karoq and Kodiaq models, delivering extra kit for less than standard option prices.
Corporations and governments urged to put work-related road safety centre stage
Governments and the private sector should take urgent action to address work-related road safety by introducing strengthened legislation and business policies.
Car usage in Scotland rises as public transport journeys fall
Drivers in Scotland remain wedded to their cars, with usage of public transport showing a slight decline.
FleetCheck expands software development team with two new hires
Simon Kelly and Fola Ayeni have joined FleetCheck, adding extra development capacity to the software team.
Fleet values up 7.1% in January, reports BCA
Average year-on-year values increased across all sectors at BCA in January 2020, with fleet and lease vehicles reaching the second highest average value ever recorded.
Bynx advances online signature capabilities with Adobe Sign tie-up
Bynx has partnered with Adobe Sign to further advance its online signature capabilities for its vehicle leasing, fleet and mobility management solutions.
Škoda’s blue-light fleet sales rocket 75%
Škoda is seeing fast-growing interest from the emergency services, with sales to the sector up 75% in 2019 and further growth predicted for 2020.
JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions appoints business development manager
David Haynes has joined JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions (VLS) as business development manager; part of the company’s ongoing heavy investment in recruitment and internal promotions to … Read More »
Driver checks still crucial in run-up to ‘intelligent’ tyres, says Venson
‘Intelligent’ tyres will revolutionise the fleet industry in coming years but tyre checks remain essential for safe driving in the interim.
New online calculator reveals how TMC can cut fleet costs
Fuel and mileage expense management specialist TMC has introduced a new online calculator that shows fleets the potential savings from switching to its solutions.
ICFM and TRL to speak at free Crisis Management seminar
The Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) and the Transport Research Laboratory (TRL) will be sharing their expertise on crisis management for a Brake seminar taking … Read More »
Lytx adds 100,000 vehicles to network in 2019
Video telematics specialist Lytx has announced 2019 results that saw it continue growth, with more than 100,000 vehicles added to the network.
Cupra Leon to include sub-50g/km plug-in hybrid
SEAT’s high-performance Cupra spin-off is to launch fast versions of the new Leon, including a plug-in hybrid variant.
Facelifted Volvo S90 and V90 models offer mild hybrids range-wide
Volvo has refreshed its S90 saloon and V90 estate with updated design, extra features and the option of mild hybrid powertrains; now available on all the … Read More »
