Category : Today in Fleet
FleetCheck adds in Autodata service interval data
Operators using FleetCheck’s fleet management software can now benefit from free manufacturer service alerts for both cars and vans.
Electric van training courses to bring benefits for fleets
Shoreham Vehicle Auctions (SVA) has launched an electric van training course that will equip LCV dealers to deal with fleet EV queries.
Rising traffic volumes prompt calls for ringfenced roads funding
The Government is being urged to provide a fully funded plan for the growing number of vehicles on the nation’s roads as the amount of time … Read More »
Free rapid charging for electric car drivers
Electric car drivers will be able to benefit from free rapid charging across the InstaVolt network throughout May – with no limit on the number of times they … Read More »
EV uptake encouraged in Essex with new charge points
New charging points have been installed at Sandon and Chelmer Valley Park and Ride sites by Electric Blue in partnership with Essex County Council.
Trakm8 brings all-in-one solution
Integrated telematics technology from Trakm8 is being used by public and private works contractor The HW Martin Group of Companies to provide an all-encompassing solution for … Read More »
Driver app enables electronic vehicle checks
Drivers can now carry out fully electronic vehicle checks with Masternaut’s Smarter Driver app.
Countdown begins to ACFO spring seminar
Fleet managers are being urged to register to attend this year ACFO spring seminar, which will explore the changing face of fleet management.
Volvo reveals new XC40 T5 plug-in hybrid
Volvo Cars has revealed the new XC40 T5 Twin Engine amidst plans for fully electric cars to make up 50% of its sales by 2025.
Lexus could drop GS from UK line-up
Lexus is bringing the ES saloon to Europe next January, likely to replace the similarly-sized GS and offered only with a hybrid drivetrain in the UK.
Ford hints at Kuga PHEV as diesel sales drop
Ford is widening its hybrid drivetrain line-up to include the Escape SUV, sold as the Kuga in Europe, amid declining demand for diesel engines in the … Read More »
Hacking vulnerability to affect insurance ratings
Insurance ratings for new cars will be updated in 2019, recognising for the first time how vulnerable they are to hacking and keyless theft – said … Read More »
EU car sales at record high but diesel continues fall
The European car market has posted its highest Q1 performance since 2000, despite car registrations falling in March, but diesel registrations were hard hit again.
Double-digit decline for UK car manufacturing
UK car production fell 13.3% in March, leading the car industry to repeat its calls for continued customs union membership.
No diesel for Lynk & Co range
Lynk & Co has unveiled its first Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV), due in Europe in 2020, as well as plans that will see an electrified … Read More »
Refreshed Hyundai i20 axes diesel
Hyundai has updated its i20 supermini with new safety tech and a seven-speed dual clutch transmission as it also axes diesel from the line-up.
Fleet Evolution underscores company benefits of salary sacrifice
Deploying salary sacrifice schemes can bring recruitment and retention benefits to businesses by opening up the benefits of company cars to employees who aren’t eligible for … Read More »
Enhanced Nexus data reporting to help fleets drive rental efficiencies
Nexus has launched a new Management Information suite for its IRIS rental booking and management system.
Free Brake webinar to tackle driver engagement
The issue of engaging at-work drivers with key road safety messages is to come under focus in a free webinar by Brake.
New Leaf earns five stars in tougher NCAP tests
The new Nissan Leaf has scored a five-star result in Euro NCAP’s more stringent crash safety ratings.
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon due late 2018
Mercedes-Benz is to launch the first-ever A-Class saloon later this year, as part of plans to extend its popular small car line-up from five variants to … Read More »
Volvo XC90 earns extraordinary safety record
The advanced safety credentials of the Volvo XC90 have been underscored in new government crash statistics.
Simple checks could save lives, says Highways England
Almost three-quarters of motorway incidents related to tyre failure could be prevented if drivers carry out simple checks.
Lightfoot secures £1m loan from Innovate UK to drive R&D
Lightfoot is to expand its technology and driver rewards platform after securing a £1m Innovation Loan from Innovate UK.
EU CO2 improvements stall as SUV uptake rises
Improvements in average new car CO2 emissions in the EU took a U-turn last year following growing uptake of crossover and SUV models – mainly diesel … Read More »
ABAX appoints David Norton as CFO
David Norton, ex Fleetmatics senior finance executive, has joined telematics company ABAX as its chief financial officer.
‘Smartest’ car park manages and finds spaces
The “world’s smartest car park” uses deep learning to streamline the parking process for car parks and drivers alike, says Cambridge Consultants.
Half of drivers believe speeding is acceptable
The majority of drivers (78%) admit to speeding with half (50%) believing that it’s acceptable.
Black poised to overtake silver as most popular car colour
Silver is clinging onto its lead in the league table for the UK’s most popular car colour although black is fast catching up.
DfT to explore safety implications of driverless cars at Brake event
Brake has announced the agenda for its 2018 Fleet Safety Conference, which will see experts including from the Department for Transport speak on key road safety … Read More »
