Category : Top Stories
New mobility model could dramatically increase vehicle utilisation
A blended car club and car sharing solution that could make better use of the 36 million ‘empty’ car seats on the daily commute has been … Read More »
Experts to discuss future of fleet mobility at 2020 Great British Fleet Event
Details have been revealed of the conference programme for next January’s Great British Fleet Event, which will see top fleet topics from mobility to connected vehicles … Read More »
UK used car market bounces back after nine quarters of decline
UK used car sales grew 0.9% in Q3, bringing positive news for the sector following nine consecutive quarters of decline while also showing increasing demand for alternatively … Read More »
New Octavia to spearhead Škoda’s plug-in range
Škoda’s new Octavia line-up will include two plug-in hybrids predicted to take up to a third of UK volume – with renewed Benefit-in-Kind incentives next April … Read More »
All systems go for mandatory new car safety tech
EU Member States have given the green light to new vehicle safety standards that will see features such as AEB and Intelligent Speed Assistance become mandatory … Read More »
Prices and specs revealed for Citroën C5 Aircross Hybrid
Citroën has launched a plug-in hybrid version of its C5 Aircross SUV, bringing CO2 emissions of 39g/km and a 31-mile electric-only range to aid fleets looking … Read More »
Plug-in grants must continue for long term, says BVRLA
Plug-in vehicle grants should be extended for the long-term while CO2-based taxes also need revamping to support fleet take-up of greener vehicles.
Sleeping fobs address keyless vulnerability problem but long-term fix still needed
Carmakers’ introduction of sleeping fobs is helping to resolve the keyless vulnerability problem in the short term but a long-term solution is still needed.
Toyota reveals prices and specs for all-hybrid C-HR range
Toyota has upgraded its C-HR crossover with a number of updates, including the introduction of an all-hybrid range.
First Drive: Lexus RX 450h
Lexus is 30 and to celebrate, it’s added more driver appeal to the RX 450 SUV. Martyn Collins reckons it’s worth a look.
Bristol diesel ban moves to next stage
Plans to ban diesels in Bristol city centre have advanced to the next stage after securing approval from the council cabinet.
HSE should increase focus on at-work driver safety, says IAM RoadSmart
The Health and Safety Executive is being urged to bring the safety of those who drive for work higher up its priority list – part of … Read More »
Fleet Heroes 2019 finalists revealed
The Energy Saving Trust has revealed the finalists for this year’s Fleet Heroes, including well-known fleet names, ranging from DPD and Brecon Beacons National Park Authority … Read More »
EDF reinforces battery storage and EV charging plans with Pivot Power acquisition
EDF Group has acquired battery storage and EV charging specialist Pivot Power for an undisclosed amount, furthering its work in both areas.
Changing private-hire perceptions: Justin Patterson
Current Eco Superstar winner at this year’s Great British Fleet Awards, Justin Patterson surprised everyone this summer after leaving Addison Lee to join Splend as their … Read More »
Bristol diesel ban causes dismay but plans might not actually go far enough
Bristol City Council may become the first place in the UK to introduce a diesel vehicle ban under plans that are causing controversy – but may … Read More »
True cost of not plugging in PHEVs revealed in new research
Drivers misusing plug-in hybrid vehicles (PHEVs) by not charging them could be increasing the monthly whole-life cost by more than £140 a month.
First Drive: Land Rover Discovery Sport
Martyn Collins finds adding a new platform brings welcome extra refinement and composed handling to the Discovery Sport formula.
London’s ULEZ makes more than £30m for TfL since April
The Ultra Low Emission Zone’s daily charge has already accrued more than £30m in revenue for Transport for London (TfL) since its launch in April.
First Drive: Renault Captur
The B-SUV pioneer is back, with an improved package that still appeals, reckons Martyn Collins.
Are we done with demonising diesel?
The popularity of diesel cars has taken a huge dip in recent years, but could fleets be responsible for their survival until a total ban on … Read More »
Vauxhall electrification offensive to include Astra and Combo
Vauxhall is gearing up its electrification programme, which will include Combo and Astra models by 2021 as part of an eight-vehicle electrified line-up.
Volkswagen Golf Mk8 revealed
Volkswagen has taken the wraps off its all-new eighth-generation Golf – its most intelligent, connected and electrified yet.
Safety of smart motorways to come under government review
Smart motorways are to come under a government review as concerns over driver safety continue to mount.
Fleet service firms return in droves to 2020 Great British Fleet Event
Next January’s Great British Fleet Event is set to build on the success of the inaugural event, boasting a bigger and better line-up of exhibitors, seminars … Read More »
First Drive: Peugeot 208 & e-208
Distinctive styling and the choice of full electric power could see Peugeot’s new baby shake up the supermini class, thinks Martyn Collins.
Hybrid-only Jazz to springboard Honda’s accelerated electrification plans
The fourth-generation Honda Jazz has been revealed at the Tokyo Motor Show, bringing hybrid-only power as the brand advances its electrification plans.
Fleet industry lends support to calls for urgent air pollution action
Political and business leaders, including the head of the BVRLA, have joined forces to urge stringent government action on air pollution.
Work-related stress cited as main reason for fleet road accidents
Stress caused by work has been cited by more than one in 10 (12%) fleet drivers as the main reason for having an accident while a … Read More »
Green number plates for EVs: a step in the right direction or a misguided gimmick?
The Government has launched a consultation on introducing green number plates for electric vehicles to encourage EV uptake; but the move is already causing debate among … Read More »
