Tag : COVID-19
Quartix on track to meet 2020 expectations despite COVID-19
Quartix, has reported it is on track to meet its 2020 financial expectations overall despite challenges faced in the fleet sector during the on-going COVID-19 pandemic.
New car registrations rally in July but longer-term recovery uncertain
UK new car registrations saw a major rebound in July, aided by pent-up demand and the reopening of dealerships across the nation.
How fleets can avoid ‘crash-for-cash’ scams
Crash-for-cash schemes remain a “real and growing” threat for fleet managers and drivers alike, but some simple measures could help drivers avoid being caught out.
Grey fleet is ‘ticking time bomb’ in post-lockdown travel, says Venson
Changing work practices as a result of the pandemic could bring a “ticking time bomb” for fleets as more drivers turn to grey fleet vehicle usage.
‘Back to Business’ advice for fleets, leasing and mobility providers
A free guide is now available to fleets, bringing tailored advice across the industry on returning to a ‘new normal’.
Impact of air pollution on Covid-19 underscored in new anti-idling campaign
A new London-wide campaign has launched today (3 August), encouraging fleets to tackle air pollution caused by idling engines and backed by evidence that air pollution … Read More »
Europe’s used car sales exceed pre-lockdown levels as demand outstrips supply
Europe’s used car market continued to recover in June, with sales rising above pre-lockdown levels and demand for greener cars showing a particular surge.
Manage rising grey fleet use with new virtual driver training
New virtual driver training is now available from Cardinus to help fleets manage the risks of increasing grey fleet use post-pandemic.
SMMT warns latest UK car production plunges are taste of things to come
UK car production declined almost 43% in June according to the latest figures issued by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), with a gloomy … Read More »
Retail-ready used car stock in ‘noticeably higher demand’ post-lockdown
While the used car market is seeing a particularly strong performance post-lockdown, most dealers are focusing on retail-ready vehicles to reduce time to sale and are … Read More »
Free fleet safety guide on ‘Driving in the New Normal’
A new white paper is now available for free download, providing guidance on key changes impacting fleets from the pandemic and ways to help employers to … Read More »
Coronavirus to spur green transport revolution, says Transport Secretary
The Covid-19 pandemic has given us a unique opportunity to rethink the way we travel and to accelerate the development of clean technologies, according to transport … Read More »
Free IAM RoadSmart guide to help business drivers return to work safely
A new fleet safety guide is now available from IAM RoadSmart, outlining best practice advice on how getting companies, drivers, fleet managers and vehicles back on … Read More »
New roadworthiness checks to allay defect concerns post-lockdown
A new roadworthiness check feature for company cars and the grey fleet could help address concerns over increased numbers of defects following the extension to MOTs.
Selsia auto repairer finds novel way to protect customers during pandemic
Fleet and auto firms are developing innovative ways of working during the coronavirus crisis – as shown by a new initiative from car servicing and repair … Read More »
Toyota safety screen helps protect private hire drivers and passengers
A new cabin safety screen is now available for Toyota private hire car operators to help keep protect drivers and passengers from in-cab coronavirus transmission.
Coronavirus legacy is reshaping car fleet management, says FleetCheck
Company cars will remain a core part of business operations but with fundamental differences in operation as a result of the coronavirus crisis.
Millions lost from parking fees to hit councils hard
Councils are set to lose millions in parking fees and charges as a result of lockdown, prompting some difficult decisions ahead.
Net Zero Transport Board meeting shapes government transport decarbonisation
The Department for Transport has held the first meeting of the Net Zero Transport Board; a group of industry leaders who will guide government transport decarbonisation … Read More »
Average cost of fuel shoots up in June
Fuel prices rocketed in June after three straight months of decline; the result of increasing demand as drivers returned to the roads.
Fears of spike in drink-driving as pubs reopen
Drink-driving cases could hit a new record this summer as pubs and bars in England reopen their doors after more than three months in lockdown – … Read More »
Car accident rates climb sharply after decline in lockdown
Car accident rates in the UK are rapidly rising as lockdown eases and drivers hit the roads again.
Coronavirus crisis has advanced motor industry digitisation by five years
The coronavirus crisis has “pushed forward digitisation of the motor industry by probably five years”.
Tips on managing driver risks in ‘new normal’ revealed in webinar
Key advice for fleets on ensuring the safety of employees as they return to work post-lockdown is to be revealed in a new webinar this week.
Fluctuating June used car market sees older car values rise
June saw a two-tier market for used car values with older, cheaper car prices increasing in general, but under two-year-old car prices dropping on average, Cap … Read More »
Comment: Why fleets have a critical part to play in the UK’s green recovery
André ten Bloemendal, VP Europe for ChargePoint, discusses the outlook for electric transport being more promising than ever despite the impacts of COVID-19, its potential to … Read More »
SMMT figures reveal UK car production fell 95.4% in May
Latest SMMT figures show UK car manufacturing output fell 95.4% in May, with just 5,314 vehicles built.
Road safety must be a top business priority, warns Licence Bureau
Licence Bureau has warned that road safety and legal compliance must remain top priorities as businesses adapt to working from home.
Fleet managers keener than ever on sustainability despite COVID-19 impacts, says Lex Autolease
Two-thirds of fleet managers who responded to a poll by Lex Autolease said that sustainability remains as important to their business as it was before the … Read More »
Comment: The future’s green: fleet electrification opportunity post-COVID-19
Lauren Pamma, electrification propositions lead at Lex Autolease, discusses the role electric vehicles can play in businesses’ green recovery plans, and the advantages they offer for … Read More »