Tag : Coronavirus
Addison Lee rolls out TfL-approved safety screens across full MPV fleet
Addison Lee has now deployed TfL-approved safety screens across its entire Ford Galaxy and VW Sharan MPV fleet – helping to keep passengers protected during the … Read More »
Lockdown fuel prices slashed and further cuts on cards
Pump prices are expected to fall in the next fortnight as a result of lower oil prices, with Asda already leading the charge on price cuts.
Covid increasing split between car and van management
The demands of car and van management are becoming increasingly disparate as a result of the coronavirus crisis, new data suggests.
Covid not denting fleet plans to go electric but more support needed
The coronavirus pandemic will not stop the move to electric vehicles for the majority of fleets, but more help is needed from suppliers.
New and used car market in 2021 under focus in VRA webinar
Three of the UK’s leading used car valuation experts will speak at the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA)’s second 2021 Outlook Seminar, covering the new and used … Read More »
Comment: Mitigating stress in the workplace
Tina Chander, head of employment law at law firm Wright Hassall, looks at how businesses should be dealing with the rising issue of workplace stress.
Covid to increase requirements for company cars, say large fleets
The coronavirus pandemic and a possible second wave will actually increase demand for company cars to help ensure continuity of service, including during a possible second … Read More »
Comment: How we can rewire our worlds to stay one step ahead of Covid
Nick Brownrigg, chief executive officer at Alphabet GB, on the key industry changes that businesses need to take into consideration going forwards to proactively manage the … Read More »
Homeworking creating expense and risk management issues, warns AFP
The switch to home working in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic could spell expense and risk management issues for fleets when it comes to classifying … Read More »
Birmingham reveals start date for Clean Air Zone
Birmingham has followed Bath in announcing a start date for its charging Clean Air Zone scheme.
Bath Clean Air Zone to launch in March
Bath is to introduce a charging Clean Air Zone in March 2021, charging vans and other commercial vehicles but not private cars.
VRA seminars to set out 2021 remarketing landscape
A new series of webinars giving a concise outlook for remarketing in 2021 is being made available to anyone in the motor industry.
Contactless licence checks keep fleets safe during pandemic
Licence Link has enhanced its real-time licence checking system with a new electronic declaration feature, ensuring fast and contactless licence checks.
September halts fuel price rises but diesel still overpriced
September brought an end to three months of rising fuel prices, but diesel drivers are still paying significantly more than they should be.
SMMT scheme to help safeguard UK auto sector jobs
A new scheme intended to secure the auto industry supply chain and save jobs has been launched by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
Rise in fleet contract extensions laid bare in new data
Data showing the increased level of fleet contract extensions on company cars and vans has been published by epyx, backing anecdotes of a rising trend.
Coronavirus and Brexit inhibiting long-term planning, says VRA
The impact of the coronavirus crisis and potential effects of Brexit mean planning beyond the short term is “almost impossible” for the remarketing sector, according to … Read More »
5 ways coronavirus has changed fleets and travel
Covid-19 has triggered a reshape of the fleet and transport sectors, both in the UK and globally. Natalie Middleton looks at some of the key changes … Read More »
Chancellor’s job scheme offers platform for recovery, says fleet and automotive industry
The chancellor’s ‘Winter Economy Plan’ announced yesterday has been welcomed by many within the fleet and automotive industries, who say it will help the sectors to … Read More »
Changing need for mobility could see resurgence of company car
Dramatic changes in travel patterns as a result of the pandemic could see increased demand for company cars, in particular for electric vehicles, as business and … Read More »
2030 fossil fuel car ban requires support for fleets, says sector
Reports that the Government will push ahead with a much earlier 2030 ban on new diesel and petrol cars and vans have been welcomed by fleets … Read More »
Comment: Why the new car market is not as bleak as it looks
Rob Donaldson, car editor – Glass’s, says August’s new car registrations should be taken in perspective.
Home-working EV drivers to require ‘watertight’ risk management
The rise of electric vehicles and the impact of the coronavirus crisis is creating a new breed of “home-working, home-charging” employees who will require careful management … Read More »
Morning rush hour back in full swing, RAC data confirms
Morning traffic is now back at pre-lockdown levels some six months after the pandemic put paid to the typical rush to work/school.
Record post-lockdown rise for business travel in early August
Business fuel consumption peaked in mid-August, despite the summer holidays, with all sectors of the UK economy seeing highest weekly growth spikes during the last month.
Changing use of fleet and workshop software shows push for cost control
The coronavirus crisis and resultant furloughing has changed how firms are using fleet and workshop software, including a much clearer focus on cost control, according to … Read More »
Auto Windscreens becomes member of Association of Fleet Professionals
Auto Windscreens has become the latest member of the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP), further cementing its support of the industry.
Company car still vital tool for business, says AFP
Reports that the company car is in potential decline have been negated by the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) as it highlights that the fleet sector … Read More »
Fleet sector under pressure but majority coping, VRA survey reveals
Nearly half (47%) of respondents to a Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) snapshot survey say they are currently facing issues affecting their work-life balance – but 89% … Read More »
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Comment: Is Covid-19 an unexpected re-route for future mobility?
With the lockdown expected to leave a legacy of increased home working, less travelling and unprecedented delivery demand, Nick Tebbutt, head of global strategic sales at … Read More »