Category : Top Stories
Michelin to acquire Masternaut
Michelin is to acquire European telematics specialist Masternaut for an undisclosed amount as part of its ongoing expansion into the telematics sector.
Fleets urged to have say on Greater Manchester Clean Air Zone plans
Businesses operating in Greater Manchester are being asked to provide input on proposals to tackle air quality – including on plans for a charging Clean Air … Read More »
Vehicle breakdowns hitting SME productivity
Small businesses are risking hours of lost productivity by failing to protect against unexpected breakdowns.
Idling drivers could get instant fines
Drivers who repeatedly leave engines idling while stationary could get fines under new proposals said to under consideration by the Government.
New Audi A4 to gain ‘mild hybrid’ diesels
Audi’s heavily updated A4 line-up will offer richer connectivity and new ‘mild hybrid’ petrol and diesel engines, the carmaker has confirmed, with ordering due to start … Read More »
Honda confirms Swindon plant closure in 2021
Honda has confirmed its Swindon manufacturing facility – where 3,500 employees build the Civic and certain engine lines – will close, following plans made in February.
Zero to hero: How electric bikes are pioneering the EV market
Electric bikes may pave the path to your next electric vehicle, whether it’s on two or four wheels, finds Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Volvo S60 T5 R-Design Edition
Martyn Collins reckons there’s much more to the all-new S60 than just being the saloon version of the V60.
Grandland X introduces Vauxhall’s first-ever plug-in hybrid
Vauxhall’s Grandland X SUV has gained a new plug-in hybrid variant, marking the first-ever PHEV for the brand and a vital part of its electrification plans.
BP ramps up for rapid EV charger network with combined Fuel & Charge card
BP Chargemaster is launching a combined fuel and EV charge card that will offer a single solution for fleets running both conventional petrol/diesel vehicles and plug-in … Read More »
Thatcham issues ADAS recalibration guidance ahead of new code of practice
Thatcham has published guidance on how to manage vehicle repairs involving Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) to help ensure vital vehicle safety functions remain operational post-repair.
New Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility event opens for registration
Visitors can now register for the first-ever Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility event, which will spotlight the latest mobility and connected/autonomous vehicle (CAV) developments when it takes place … Read More »
Road Test: Citroën Berlingo Multispace Feel BlueHDI 100 S&S
Berlingo is a true multi-purpose utility vehicle, says Dan Gilkes.
Volkswagen names ID.3 electric hatch as pre-orders open
Volkswagen has opened pre-booking for the ID.3 electric hatch – which marks the first of its forthcoming ID family of all-electric cars.
Honda reveals name for urban electric car
Honda has announced its forthcoming electric supermini will simply be named the ‘Honda e’, with reservations to open this summer.
Mel Dawson steps down as ALD Automotive MD
Mel Dawson, managing director, of ALD Automotive UK is stepping down in June, following 22 years at the company.
A home for hydrogen?
A collaborative project in Swindon is tasking hydrogen fuel cell cars with the rigours of a life on fleet. Alex Grant dropped in to find out … Read More »
Plug-in hybrid demand falls 34% on back of axed grants
UK new car registrations fell 4.1% in April with plug-in hybrid demand dropping by more than a third.
Hydrogen FCEVs: A breath of fresh air?
Could latest developments in hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles finally put the fuel type on the map, asks Natalie Middleton.
Move petrol and diesel car ban to 2030, say Government’s eco advisors
The Government’s 2040 target of ending sales of new petrol and diesel cars/vans is too late to tackle climate change and should be moved to 2030, … Read More »
Road Test: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Excellence
Tarraco follows a common path, but Martyn Collins reckons this SEAT has plenty to offer fleet buyers.
UK ordering now open for Tesla Model 3
The right-hand drive Tesla Model 3 configurator has opened with the full range of options, including rear- and all-wheel drive variants and ranges.
Road Test: Jaguar XF Sportbrake 2.0D 240hp AWD R-Sport
The XF Sportbrake is the perfect blend of prestige, performance and space, discovers Jonathan Musk.
PACTS calls for penalty points for flouting seat belt law
The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) is calling for the introduction of harsher penalties for those flouting the seat belt law as research shows … Read More »
RAC to rescue stranded electric cars using new EV Boost charger
The RAC is rolling out a new lightweight EV charger that could be used to deliver a ‘top-up’ roadside charge for stranded electric vehicles.
Road Test: Škoda Fabia 1.0 TSI Monte Carlo
Sportiest trim shows there’s still plenty of life in Škoda’s supermini, thinks Martyn Collins.
More than 11,000 drivers with 12-plus penalty points still on UK roads
The DVLA and UK courts are being urged to take action on the 11,000-plus drivers who still hold licences despite having 12 or more points.
Road Test: Volvo XC40 D3 & T3
Do the new petrol and diesel engines added to the XC40 range make a difference, asks Jonathan Musk.
JLR considers offer on Addison Lee
Jaguar Land Rover is believed to be weighing up an offer on a majority stake in Addison Lee as it looks to expand its mobility offering.
Per-mile road user charging would be win-win for London, says think tank
Replacing London’s current ‘patchwork’ system of road charges with a single, per-mile road user charging scheme could cut pollution by up to a fifth while bringing … Read More »
