Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Oxford’s ‘UK-first’ localised air pollution target will require Zero Emission Zone - Oxford has set out plans for a city-wide air pollution reduction target that would significantly undercut current legal targets – but would likely require the planned ... Read More »- Much more action needed on drink-driving as crashes rise 3% - The number of drink-drive crashes in the UK has risen 3% in latest figures; prompting renewed calls for a smarter package of measures from the Government. ... Read More »
- Eco trailblazer Chris Chandler joins Mina Energy to supercharge fleet proposition - Electric vehicle tech firm Mina Energy has appointed fleet industry stalwart Chris Chandler to its advisory team, supporting the start-up’s ambitious growth plans. For more of ... Read More »
- HMRC updates advisory fuel rates - HMRC has published latest advisory fuel rates, which take effect from 1 September 2020 and reflect changes in fuel prices over the summer. For more of ... Read More »
- Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid due 2021 - Kia has revealed its forthcoming Sorento plug-in hybrid, due on sale in early 2021 and providing the lowest emissions and highest performance in the Sorento range. ... Read More »
- Cleaner diesels and updated infotainment for Land Rover Discovery Sport and Evoque - Land Rover has updated the Discovery Sport and Range Rover Evoque with cleaner mild hybrid diesels, updated infotainment systems and new special editions. For more of ... Read More »
- New cycling action plans likely to raise risk issues for fleets - Government plans to increase the number of employees cycling to work will likely require forward planning by fleets to ensure they are managing inherent risks. For ... Read More »
- Project EDWARD returns for 2020 with focus on work-related road risk - The Project EDWARD road safety campaign is returning this year with a focus on work-related road risk and a week-long programme of activities. For more of ... Read More »
- AI-first approach to deliver ‘paradigm-shifting’ telematics - Teletrac Navman’s latest-generation telematics has launched, using artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities that it says will prove game-changing for fleets. For more of the latest industry news, ... Read More »
Bristol Clean Air Zone may not be needed, says council - Plans to deploy a charging Clean Air Zone in Bristol may not need to go ahead as new work explores alternatives. For more of the latest ... Read More »
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Natalie Middleton
Natalie has worked as a fleet journalist for over 20 years, previously as assistant editor on the former Company Car magazine before joining Fleet World in 2006. Prior to this, she worked on a range of B2B titles, including Insurance Age and Insurance Day.
