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Maxus to launch all-important new LCVs with online virtual experience
Maxus (formerly LDV) is gearing up to launch its new LCVs in an online virtual experience that will enable fleets to get up close and personal … Read More »
Lockdown car journeys hit lowest level yet
Daily car trips on Easter Sunday fell to 20% of the normal level; the biggest fall seen during the lockdown so far.
Spate of ‘extreme’ speeding includes 151mph driver on M1
Drivers are being urged to comply with speed limits after a spate of “extreme” speeding over the Easter bank holiday saw one driver clocked at 151mph … Read More »
Fleet drivers can use furlough as opportunity for e-learning
Furloughed drivers can use the time off work as an opportunity to brush up on their driving awareness knowledge through e-learning, helping to reduce risks on … Read More »
Restart vehicle deliveries to aid Covid-19 relief effort, says BVRLA
Dealerships and the wider automotive supply chain should restart vehicle deliveries to unclog the thousands of cars and vans congesting the sector.
Nationwide storage scheme for vehicles idled by Covid-19 pandemic
Fleet operators struggling with storing large quantities of unused vehicles can now access secure storage from property firm Jahama Group.
Consultation on petrol, diesel and hybrid vehicle ban extended
The Government has extended the public consultation on plans to end the sale of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars and vans, giving fleets more time … Read More »
Laid-up company cars to present risk management issues
Fleets will need to ensure that unused company cars are carefully inspected in a risk management context to ensure drivers are safe when they return to … Read More »
Free video guides bring key fleet advice during outbreak
The first in a new series of coronavirus video guides are now available for fleets, providing vital advice on everything from essential drivers to business support … Read More »
Prices and CO2 revealed for updated Vauxhall Insignia
Vauxhall’s updated Insignia is now on sale, bringing a full line-up of RDE2-compliant engines and claimed best-in-class CO2 and fuel economy.
Company car and van key handback needs careful management by fleets, warns AFP
Fleets need to ensure company car and van key handback is handled carefully to avoid potential issues with audit trails and even loss of keys.
All Clean Air Zones postponed until 2021
The Government is postponing the introduction of all Clean Air Zones until at least January 2021, enabling businesses to focus on work and response efforts during … Read More »
New BiK rates kick in with 0% for EVs
The long-awaited new company car tax rates have taken effect as of today, bringing certainty for fleet operators and helping to springboard the switch to electric … Read More »
Octopus launches salary sacrifice scheme to capitalise on new BiK rates
Octopus Electric Vehicles has entered the salary sacrifice arena as it looks to help employees make the most of new Benefit-in-Kind ratings.
Vauxhall line-up now fully RDE2-compliant
Vauxhall’s entire model range is now fully RDE2-compliant, exempting vehicles from the 4% BiK diesel surcharge and bringing savings for drivers as well as operators.
UK new car registrations slump 44% in March
UK new car registrations plummeted 44.4% in March; a steeper fall than during the last financial crisis and the worst March figures since the latest nineties.
BYD and Toyota launch electric vehicle joint venture
Toyota has teamed up with Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD to create a new 50/50 joint venture focused on battery electric vehicles, in particular for the … Read More »
Dates announced for 2021 CV Show
Dates have been revealed for the 2021 Commercial Vehicle Show after the 2020 event was cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Licence checking just as vital during coronavirus outbreak
Licence Check has issued latest advice to fleets regarding vital licence checking services, covering the latest changes in regulations under coronavirus.
Making the most of lockdown: Key advice for fleets
Professor Colin Tourick FICFM on how fleets can best spend the coming weeks and months in lockdown to good effect.
BiK should be suspended during lockdown, says AFP
The Government should explore the impact of the lockdown on company car and van Benefit-in-Kind taxation with a view to suspending BiK during the crisis.
2020 Paris Motor Show cancelled
The Paris Motor Show has become the latest major event to be cancelled as a result of the coronavirus pandemic, following in the footsteps of the … Read More »
BMW outlines early technical details for i Hydrogen Next
BMW has given the first insights into the powertrain system for its i Hydrogen Next concept as it outlines its commitment to hydrogen fuel cell technology, … Read More »
Carmakers rise to the challenge of producing respirators
Carmakers across the globe have outlined how they’re putting their production capabilities to use with producing respirators and ventilators in response to urgent medical needs.
Covid-19 could increase pollution long term, expert warns
Air pollution around the world is reducing due to Covid-19’s impact on the global economy, but the eventual recovery could leave our environment worse off and … Read More »
Van driver deaths show dangers of fatigue
Fleets are being reminded of the dangers of driver fatigue after a Doncaster-based consultancy firm was found guilty of breaches of the Health and Safety at … Read More »
Six tips to keep fleets running in challenging times
Fleet Logistics UK has published six top tips to help keep fleets running during these unprecedented times as it says that maintaining continuity, reducing operating costs … Read More »
Leeds City Council puts Clean Air Zone plans on hold
Leeds City Council has confirmed it’s looking to delay the launch of its Clean Air Zone until further notice as part of a package of measures … Read More »
Oxford Zero Emission Zone shelved due to coronavirus
Plans to start the UK’s first city centre Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) in Oxford at the end of the year have been postponed in response to … Read More »
Birmingham asks for Clean Air Zone to be postponed amid Covid-19
Birmingham City Council has written to central government requesting the launch of its Clean Air Zone be postponed.
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