Tag : Coronavirus
April sets new record for monthly used car sales in pandemic
Used car sales in April hit a record high during the pandemic, helped by strong hybrid and petrol car demand as dealers reopened showrooms.
DfT business driving data prompts increased grey fleet concerns
Department for Transport data showing that business driving has more than halved in the past decade is further evidence of a swell in grey fleet activity, … Read More »
London’s e-scooter trials to begin in June
London is to start trials of rental e-scooters for up to 12 months from Monday 7 June.
More alternatively fuelled cars registered in 2020 than diesels
Sales of greener new cars boomed in 2020 despite the overall challenges for the new car market in the pandemic.
Dangerous driving up in lockdown but vehicle theft down
Dangerous driving on the UK’s roads increased in 2020 but vehicle-related crime fell significantly in lockdowns.
Free DriverMetrics guide for fleets explores how to improve driver wellbeing
A new DriverMetrics white paper is now available for free download to help fleet managers understand key concepts around mental health and its impact in the … Read More »
Used car sales down 8.9% in Q1 but EV demand still high
The UK’s used car market saw a turbulent first quarter with sales down 8.9% due to lockdowns.
Clear inflection point in driver attitudes to EVs and digital retailing
Drivers’ views of electric vehicles and digital retailing are fast changing and both are expected to accelerate sharply in the next three to five years.
DPD deploys mobile air quality sensors on UK fleet
Delivery company DPD is rolling out mobile air quality monitoring across six of the UK’s biggest cities with the help of its van fleet and facilities.
Hidden heroes of transport praised in new campaign
A new ‘Going the extra mile’ campaign has launched to showcase the work carried out by hidden heroes in the UK’s transport and logistics sector.
Global electric car sales rocket 41% in 2020 but critical progress required
The electric car market bucked the downturn in global auto sales in 2020 with growth of 41% and is on track for a “decade of strong … Read More »
Covid impact on driving for work and employee wellbeing explored in new white paper
The vital subject of how to improve work-related road safety – and employee wellbeing – in the wake of Covid-19 has come under focus in a … Read More »
BVRLA secures government cyber security accreditation
The BVRLA has been accredited for its ongoing work on cyber security by the Government-backed Cyber Essentials Plus programme.
Face-to-face meetings still preferred option among professionals
Face-to-face meetings are still preferred by white-collar professionals despite a general reluctance to return to the office.
May Day bank holiday traffic could hit highest level since 2016
Drivers are planning to take an estimated 14 million trips this May Day bank holiday weekend – the highest number since 2016 and bringing the prospect … Read More »
Comment: Why fleet managers need to prepare for 2030 now
Matthew Walters, head of consultancy services and customer value at LeasePlan UK, urges fleets to start planning for the 2030 ICE ban and warns that nine … Read More »
VRA reveals line-up for ‘Getting Back to Business’ webinar for remarketing sector
The issues arising as the used vehicle sector emerges from the pandemic is to come under focus in the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA)’s New Normal Briefing … Read More »
Online used car sales and prices rising post-lockdown
Online used car sales and prices are rising post-lockdown as customers and dealers become more au fait with them, boosting the outlook for Q2.
Health and safety must be a focus as fleets return to roads, says Venson
Fleets should remind company car and van drivers of their health and safety policies to help employees prepare for returning to work in the coming weeks … Read More »
Simpler fares structures could increase bus passenger numbers
Introducing measures such as simpler fares structures could help entice more passengers back to using buses, according to a new report.
Volvo restarts premium Test Drive+ service
Volvo’s premium Test Drive+ service is now live again, providing access to the carmaker’s full line-up, including electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids.
Comment: How the pandemic is driving appreciation for transport workers
Peter Millichap, marketing director at Teletrac Navman UK, on how the work of the UK’s unsung transport heroes is now being better recognised.