Category : Top Stories

Mandate Clean Air Zones, government told

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The UK government should mandate Clean Air Zones in the 32 areas where NO2 limits are being breached, and introduce a tax levy for non-ULEVs to … Read More »

Audi finds software “irregularities” with 60,000 diesel engines

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Audi has suspended deliveries of certain diesel-powered A6 and A7 models, as it develops a software update to rectify “irregularities” with the engine management on 60,000 … Read More »

Nissan to phase out diesel engines by 2025

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Nissan has become the latest manufacturer to confirm it will drop diesel engines from its line-up, as it pushes ahead with plug-in hybrid and fully electric … Read More »

Fleets risking £20k fines, SMMT warns

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Businesses could face a fine of up to £20,000 and/or up to three months’ imprisonment for failing to check outstanding safety recalls on vehicles.

TMC mileage rates unlock cost savings for plug-in fleets

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Fleets looking to set fair business mileage payment levels for electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids can benefit from latest TMC data.

One-stop shop for fleet solutions

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Fleet decision-makers attending next week’s Fleet Show at Silverstone will be able to find out about the latest developments, products and services in the company car … Read More »

Find your next fleet car at the 2018 Fleet Show

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Fleets looking to ensure they’ve got the latest vehicle fuel types and technologies on their fleet can make use of next week’s Fleet Show at Silverstone … Read More »

Delay for government EV charging fund plans

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Ministers have made little headway on plans for a new £400m Charging Investment Infrastructure Fund nearly six months after it was announced.

Diesel is “finished”, says Suzuki GB MD

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Suzuki has dropped diesel engines from its UK line-up, following a year where more than 97% of its sales were petrol-powered.

Have your say on AFRs for plug-in cars

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Fleet industry stakeholders – including attendees at next week’s Fleet Show at Silverstone – are being urged to back a petition demanding HMRC to publish Advisory … Read More »

Award-winning line-up for 2018 Fleet Show 

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Fleet World Honours winners, Mercedes-Benz and Seat, will be at the Fleet Show 2018 at Silverstone on 9 May, offering test drives of the latest models and … Read More »

Fleet Show seminar speakers revealed

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The full line-up of speakers for the Fleet 2023 seminars at this year’s Fleet Show on 9 May has now been announced.

50mph limit to cut emissions on major Welsh roads

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The Welsh Government is introducing 50mph limits on major roads in Wales, as part of a package of measures to improve air quality across the country.

‘Breakthrough’ Bosch technology could provide future for diesel

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Bosch has developed new technology that it says could stop, once and for all, the debate about the death of diesel and ensure a future for … Read More »

75% of fleets undecided on alternative fuel policy

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Fleets want to increase their use of hybrid and alternative fuel vehicles but are not exploring alternative fuel strategies.

Carmakers need clarity on Brexit, warns Citroën CEO

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The UK’s car market won’t recover from last year’s sales slump until manufacturers are given a clear view about the direction of Brexit, Citroën CEO Linda … Read More »

Government ‘forcing’ fleets away from diesel

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Tax changes under the new fuel economy and exhaust emissions test regimes will force businesses away from diesel fleets as the Government looks to tackle urban … Read More »

Defra ditches 400 diesel fleet cars

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Defra is replacing more than 400 diesel company cars with Toyota Auris Hybrid models in line with plans to switch to cleaner vehicles across its fleet.

Chevin launches SME fleet software solution

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Chevin has launched a new fleet management software package that brings SMEs the benefits of fleet management software but with much lower costs, the firm claims.

FCA appoints new fleet director

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Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has appointed Andrew Waite as fleet and remarketing director, replacing Francis Bleasdale who has moved to another role within the company.

Diesel RV concerns unfounded, says VRA

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Concerns over a crash in used diesel car values “should now have passed” as latest data shows such fears are unfounded.

Vauxhall re-works fleet dealer network

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Vauxhall has rebutted rumours that it is culling its dealer network, clarifying that the plans are aimed at widening the service it offers fleet and retail … Read More »

Stuart Pearson promoted to COO role at BCA

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Stuart Pearson, managing director, BCA UK Remarketing, is to take over as chief operating officer of the remarketing division this month.

Fleet Show debut for all-new Volvo V60 and XC40

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Fleet decision-makers will get an unrivalled opportunity to test Volvo’s new XC40 compact crossover at next month’s Fleet Show at Silverstone, as well as a first … Read More »

WLTP disparity could be greater than expected, warns JATO

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The transition to the WLTP cycle is to bring greater-than-expected impacts on purchase and ownership costs across Europe, latest research from JATO Dynamics indicates.

Spotted: Is Apple Maps 3D plotting for driverless future?

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An Apple Maps vehicle has been spotted driving the roads of Hertfordshire armed with stereo cameras and multiple LiDAR to collect detailed mapping information that may … Read More »

New Audi A6 Avant puts focus on practicality and aesthetics

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Audi’s new A6 Avant will bring the same boot space as before despite introducing a more aggressive design.

Cardiff Council runs consultation on clean air zones

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Fleets and individuals are being urged to have their say on a consultation on clean air plans for Cardiff city that could see a clean air … Read More »

Spotlight: Ford Focus

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The fourth-generation Focus is a technological showpiece, out to re-assert itself in a segment that’s still a core part of the UK fleet sector. Alex Grant … Read More »

Vauxhall Finance launches first in-house business contract hire solution

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Vauxhall Finance has launched two new finance products, including its first in-house business contract hire solution.