Category : Today in Fleet
E.ON continues to slash driver risk under Driving Monitor tie-up
E.ON has seen a dramatic reduction in the levels of risk faced by its fleet drivers, thanks to an ongoing partnership with risk management solutions specialist … Read More »
Coronavirus crisis has advanced motor industry digitisation by five years
The coronavirus crisis has “pushed forward digitisation of the motor industry by probably five years”.
FCA advances fleet plans with new online hub
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) UK has launched a new online Fleet Hub to provide a range of company car and van information to operators to advance … Read More »
New infotainment tech for Škoda Karoq, Kodiaq and Superb
The Škoda Karoq, Kodiaq and Superb are getting a new-generation infotainment system as part of model year updates, bringing a range of extra connectivity features.
Tips on managing driver risks in ‘new normal’ revealed in webinar
Key advice for fleets on ensuring the safety of employees as they return to work post-lockdown is to be revealed in a new webinar this week.
BVRLA’s Nora Leggett assumes new human resources role
Nora Leggett, former director of member services at the BVRLA, has been appointed as director of human resources with immediate effect.
Mercedes-Benz extends RAC roadside assistance deal
Mercedes-Benz has tied up with the RAC for a further five years to offer its car customers roadside assistance.
PM to announce £100m towards 29 road projects
Prime Minister Boris Johnson is to announce mass investment in the country’s infrastructure, including £100m towards 29 road projects.
New dash cams bring added protection for fleets
Ring Automotive has added two new dash cams to its range, targeted specifically at fleets to provide vital evidence in the result of a collision.
Third of UK drivers haven’t purchased fuel in over a month
More than two-fifths of UK drivers have spent less than £10 on petrol during the last month, with a third purchasing no petrol whatsoever.
Faxi carpooling app enables mobility during lockdown
Ireland’s largest university, University College Dublin, is putting the Faxi carpooling app to a new use during the coronavirus pandemic.
ALD donates £10,000 to food charity
FareShare, the south west’s Coronavirus emergency response effort, has been given a £10,000 donation from ALD Automotive.
Avis launches new Safety Pledge
Avis UK is implementing a new ‘Avis Safety Pledge’ to reassure customers of the highest standards of safety and cleanliness.
KPMG spearheads future mobility work with new senior appointments
KPMG has made two senior appointments within its mobility practice as it reports growing demand for its services.
Volkswagen augments T-Roc line-up with new Black Edition
Volkswagen has expanded the T-Roc range with a new Black Edition trim level to bring additional styling and equipment features.
New Europcar offer to help workers avoid public transport
Europcar Mobility Group has launched a new ‘Back to Work’ offer to help workers get back to work safely.
Alison Moriarty joins DRiiVE Consulting Limited as fleet risk director
DRiiVE Consulting Limited has appointed Alison Moriarty as its new fleet risk director.
Webinar to answer urgent questions on future of fleet management
Urgent questions on the future of fleet management are to be addressed in a webinar next week, backed by insights and predictions from fleet management industry … Read More »
Ford’s specialist blue light team keeps emergency fleets mobile
Ford Special Vehicle Projects (SVP) in Essex is continuing to provide essential support to the nation’s blue light fleets as they battle the coronavirus.
11% increase in journeys as lockdown restrictions ease, says Waze
New data from Waze has shown an average increase of 11% in daily driven kilometres on UK roads last weekend (16-17 May) compared to the previous … Read More »
UK car showroom closures costing £61m a day
Pressure is mounting on the UK Government to reopen UK car showrooms as new calculations reveal the £61m daily cost of closure.
Ministers at ‘sixes and sevens’ over London transport advice and funding, says Unite
The Government is at “sixes and sevens” over its London transport policy and plans to get commuters back to work, according to Unite.
Top 10 regions for stolen and recovered cars revealed
Tracker has revealed the top 10 regions where cars were most stolen and recovered, with London continuing to top the list.
Mazda factories ramp up production
Mazda is continuing its work to resume global production while also restarting deliveries in markets where possible.
NewMotion appoints Melanie Lane as CEO
Electric vehicle charging solutions provider NewMotion has appointed Melanie Lane as its new CEO.
TTC wins contract for driver education courses in Wales
TTC Group has pledged to place the Welsh language even further at the heart of delivery after it was awarded the contract to deliver driver education … Read More »
Spike in breakdowns ‘disproportionate’ to traffic volume increase
Green Flag has reported a 72% rise in breakdowns after lockdown measure were eased, as a lack of maintenance takes its toll.
Cardiff collaboration teams up bike share scheme with bus app
Passengers in Cardiff will now be able to link up bike sharing and bus travel to ensure they can seamlessly travel around the city.
Ford restarts UK operations today
Ford is resuming production at its engine plants in Dagenham, Essex and Bridgend in South Wales from today (18 May).
Aston Barclay extends online auction programme
Aston Barclay is expanding its current online sales schedule with a new weekly digital auction sale programme hosted by live auctioneers.
