EC’s proposed changes to rules governing vans bring ‘no meaningful benefit’ to road safety

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/31/ec-s-proposed-changes-to-rules-governing-vans-bring-no-meaningful-benefit-to-road-safety

Rise in young provisional licence holders but qualified drivers fall

The number of young people with provisional driving licences has increased by 8% over the past four years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/31/rise-in-young-provisional-licence-holders-but-qualified-drivers-fall

Bank of England briefed by Cap HPI on UK automotive market

Analysts from Cap HPI have briefed bank staff on the current condition of the UK new and used car markets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/31/bank-of-england-briefed-by-cap-hpi-on-uk-automotive-market

Northgate issues advice on ensuring commercial vehicles are correctly insured

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/31/northgate-issues-advice-on-ensuring-commercial-vehicles-are-correctly-insured

US based-company acquires Fleet Assist for undisclosed sum

A US-based investment company, Eli Global, has acquired Fleet Assist for an undisclosed sum.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/31/us-based-company-acquires-fleet-assist-for-undisclosed-sum

SG Fleet becomes 'first vehicle leasing company' to join ICFM investor programme

SG Fleet, which specialises in delivering vehicle leasing, fleet management and employee car benefit solutions, has signed-up to ICFM’s new corporate investor programme.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/31/sg-fleet-is-first-vehicle-leasing-company-to-join-icfm-investor-programme

Anglian Water implements Jaama management software

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/07/31/anglian-water-implements-jaama-management-software

Used car demand remains strong at BCA Perry Bar

High demand from professional buyers has driven strong results for BCA Perry Barr in July, with competitive bidding in-lane and via BCA Live Online.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/31/used-car-demand-remains-strong-at-bca-perry-bar

GeniePoint electric vehicle charging network to expand with 50 new rapid chargers

ChargePoint Services has placed an order with EVTronic for 50 rapid chargers as part of the continuing expansion of the GeniePoint Network across the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/31/geniepoint-electric-vehicle-charging-network-to-expand-with-50-new-rapid-chargers

Stuttgart judge demands diesel bans from 2018, ruling retrofits will not tackle pollution

A Stuttgart judge has ruled that retrofitting illegally polluting diesel vehicles will not solve the German region’s air quality crisis.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/31/stuttgart-judge-demands-diesel-bans-from-2018-ruling-retrofits-will-not-tackle-pollution

Cenex to maintain and develop national electric vehicle chargepoint database

Cenex is to work in partnership with software systems specialist Apetrel Systems to maintain and develop the official UK database of public chargepoints for electric vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/31/cenex-to-maintain-and-develop-national-electric-vehicle-chargepoint-database

Charge now, repair later policies called into question

Trading Standards’ ongoing investigation into Europcar has brought the issue of vehicle rental damage and pro-forma invoicing for fleets into focus.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/31/charge-now-repair-later-policies-called-into-question

Dawsongroup opens new hub in Doncaster

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/31/dawsongroup-opens-new-hub-in-doncaster

Mercedes-Benz Vans launches My Van Service

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/31/mercedes-benz-vans-launches-my-van-service

Post-Brexit tariffs and trade barriers could add 10% to UK car servicing bills, says SMMT

Fleets could see annual car service and repair costs rise by 10% after Brexit if no deal is reached between the UK and the EU, claims the SMMT.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/31/post-brexit-tariffs-and-trade-barriers-could-add-10-to-uk-car-servicing-bills-says-smmt

Haulage firm fined after worker crushed

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/31/haulage-firm-fined-after-worker-crushed

The cold room

Perusers with long recollections may review the short and exceptionally uninfluential Campaign Against Cold Guinness which I propelled in another edge of this daily paper in an early years of the century. It was incited by the presentation of a barbarity called Guinness Extra Cold, a three-degrees-Celsius adaptation of an item which has, even at a by-then-normal six or seven degrees, a significant number of us thoughts was at that point nippy for a breeze cleared island in North Atlantic.

And keeping in mind that it kept going, the battle pulled in various articulations of help from mistreated heavy consumers, particularly the individuals who could recall a period when it was stills served at a mild 15 Celsius (that as I compose, by incident, is an air temperature in Dublin 8, a large portion of a mile from the distillery).

As I adopted at that point, certain clients had been radicalized by this electric refrigeration and had turned to edgy solutions for defrosting their pints: now and again requesting that bar staff set the glass in boiling water for a period, or even to give it an impact in the microwave.

At that point, there was the publican in the Ballina who offered clients a decision of icy or common Guinness also, in his walk in coldroom, kept the barrel of normal in a slacking coat.

Too bad, as I likewise found, our development was bound from the begin by 1 of those parts for which Irish political issues are notorious: for this situation between those of us who suspected that even six Celsius was excessively chilly and the conservatives (revile them) who protested just to the 3 Celsius stuff.

Also, it’s a wellspring of disappointment that I didn’t hold on with the crusade sufficiently long to discover that the now-late Michel Nuallin craftsman, academic, and sibling of the comic virtuoso Brian had been a partner of a fundamentalist wing.

Normally we didn’t keep a rundown of individuals, on the off chance that any of us ought to ever be lifted by a G-men and subjected to statistical surveying. Be that as it may, to the finish of his 88-year-old life, clearly, Michel was in the propensity for heading into Dublin consistently to his most loved bar, The Confession Box on Marlborough Street (additionally No 88). Once there, he would arrange room temperature Guinness, with chill evacuated by the previously mentioned procedure of the purgatorial spell in heated water.

Not exclusively was he was an individual from our development, it may even be said that he kicked the bucket on effective administration. He took what ended up being a lethal (however easy) turn last July, soon after his last visit to The Confession Box. I think which is the thing that they call kicking the bucket in a condition of effortlessness.

Michel will be recalled again at one month from now International Flann OBrien Society meeting in Salzburg, and in the most recent release of its in-house diary, The Parish Review, which incorporates an exceptional tribute.

The Salzburg occasion proceeds with a biennial arrangement that started in Vienna in 2011 as 100 Myles (taking its name from Brian Nolan’s other principle scholarly establishment). Furthermore, after comparative occasions in Rome also Prague, it hints at no coming up short on Mileage yet. The most recent portion keeps running from July seventeenth to 21st, opening with Dr. Maeb Longs keynote address: This is not about a bike: Brian Nolan and the political issues of companionship.

from Ev Fleet Show http://www.evfleetshow.co.uk/the-cold-room/

Asset Alliance invests £3m in traffic management fleet of 170

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/28/asset-alliance-invests-3m-in-traffic-management-fleet-of-170

Cenex Low Carbon Vehicle Event 2017 confirms keynote speakers

Cenex has confirmed that SMMT and Innovate UK will be keynote speakers at the Millbrook-based Low Carbon Vehicle Event 2017 (LCV2017).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/28/cenex-low-carbon-vehicle-event-2017-confirms-keynote-speakers

Brake commends Licence Bureau’s sixth form safety sessions

Road safety charity Brake has commended the Licence Bureau for running interactive road safety sessions with sixth-formers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/28/brake-commends-licence-bureau-s-sixth-form-safety-sessions

Michelin warns fleets on cost of driving on under-inflated tyres

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/28/michelin-warns-fleets-on-cost-of-driving-on-under-inflated-tyres

Sentinal enhances Bike Hotspot system with LED warning sign

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/28/sentinal-enhances-bike-hotspot-system-with-led-warning-sign

Autonomous car tests show time lag for drivers to retake control

An early average benchmark of 3.4 seconds has been established for the time it will take a driver to take back control of an autonomous vehicle.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/28/autonomous-car-tests-show-time-lag-for-drivers-to-retake-control

Aston Barclay is set to double sales under new management

Aston Barclay’s new owners plan to double sales by increasing its fleet business and digitising the customer buying experience.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/28/aston-barclay-is-set-to-double-sales-under-new-management

Royal Mail to purchase 100 electric vans

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/28/royal-mail-to-purchase-100-electric-vans

Make connected car data access free, say fleets

Fleet managers and leasing companies have sent a clear message to car manufacturers: we expect to get free access to connected car data.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/28/make-connected-car-data-access-free-say-fleets

Volkswagen Transporter to get TSI petrol engine

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/27/volkswagen-transporter-to-get-tsi-petrol-engine

FORS associate provides ‘new tailored approach to fleet insurance’

The Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS) has welcomed a new tailored approach to fleet insurance, as set out by Abaco Insurance Brokers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/27/fors-associate-provides-new-tailored-approach-to-fleet-insurance

National Windscreens continues North Wales expansion with new Bangor centre

National Windscreens has opened a fitting and calibration centre in Bangor, continuing its North Wales expansion.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/27/national-windscreens-continues-north-wales-expansion-with-new-bangor-centre

FMG strengthens board with IT development director

FMG has strengthened its board with the appointment of Martin Bluck as IT development director.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/27/fmg-strengthens-board-with-it-development-director

Used car market set for a record year, says Cap HPI

Sales of second-hand cars could reach record numbers this year due to high demand in the first half of 2017, according to Cap HPI.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/27/used-car-market-set-for-a-record-year-says-cap-hpi

3D Transport turns to Ryder for maintenance support

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/07/27/3d-transport-turns-to-ryder-for-maintenance-support

Van fleets should take advantage of ‘rightsizing’, says Arval

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/27/van-fleets-should-take-advantage-of-rightsizing-says-arval

Last chance to enter FTA Driver of the Year

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/26/last-chance-to-enter-fta-driver-of-the-year

Dumfries and Galloway Council welcomes 17-strong Vauxhall van fleet

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/26/dumfries-and-galloway-council-welcomes-17-strong-vauxhall-van-fleet

FleetCheck celebrates 600th management software customer

FleetCheck is celebrating Lakehouse as its 600th managing software customer.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/26/fleetcheck-celebrates-600th-management-software-customer

Government wants all new cars and vans to be electric by 2040

The Government’s new air quality plan will stipulate that all new cars and vans should be electric by 2040.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/26/government-wants-all-new-cars-and-vans-to-be-electric-by-2040

WH Kirk Transport Services reports improved efficiencies from MoDel-VM

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/26/wh-kirk-transport-services-reports-improved-efficiencies-from-model-vm

Volkswagen says “no basis” for £2.5m congestion charge bill

Volkswagen says it will not pay a £2.5m congestion charge bill from the Mayor of London, because all of its vehicles qualified for the greener vehicle discount.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/26/volkswagen-says-no-basis-for-25m-congestion-charge-bill

Motor Industry responsible for educating drivers about ‘good’ and ‘bad’ diesels, says VRA

The Vehicle Remarketing Association believes the motor industry needs to educate used car buyers about the differences between “good” and “bad” diesels when it comes to emissions.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/26/motor-industry-responsible-for-educating-drivers-about-good-and-bad-diesels-says-vra

UK MOT failure rate at nearly 40%

Car warranty provider Warranty Direct has found that nearly 40% (36.8%) of cars and vans failed their MOT last year.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/26/uk-mot-failure-rate-at-nearly-40

Fully electric Mini E will be available in 2019

BMW Group has announced that a battery-electric Mini will go into production in 2019 at the company’s factory in Oxford.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/26/fully-electric-mini-e-will-be-available-in-2019

Meridian calls for better communication over rental damage charges

Meridian Vehicle Solutions says both parties could potentially achieve better outcomes by entering into dialogue over rental damage charges.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/26/meridian-calls-for-better-communication-over-rental-damage-charges

BMW and Audi join Mercedes-Benz with offer of free upgrades to improve emissions for older vehicles.

BMW and Audi have both agreed to retrofit older diesel-engine cars with software that will reduce their emissions, as Mercedes embarks on its own £195 million service action.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/25/bmw-and-audi-join-mercedes-benz-with-offer-of-free-upgrades-to-improve-emissions-for-older-vehicles

Multifleet achieves Go Ultra Low Company status

Multifleet Vehicle Management business customers will take part in a six-month subsidised trial of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/25/multifleet-vehicle-management-customers-to-trial-mitsubishi-phev

Activa Contracts wins Peel Ports sole supply and outsourcing fleet deal

Activa Contracts has won a sole supply, full outsourcing fleet deal with Peel Ports Group.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/25/activa-contracts-wins-peel-ports-sole-supply-and-outsourcing-fleet-deal

Lightfoot to increase staff amid influx of fleet contract wins

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/25/lightfoot-to-increase-staff-amid-influx-of-fleet-contract-wins

Mobileye will be headline sponsor for Fleet Management Live 2017

Fleet Management Live, the UK’s biggest exhibition for fleet decision makers, has announced that Mobileye will be the headline sponsor for 2017.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/25/mobileye-will-be-headline-sponsor-for-fleet-management-live-2017

Brake argues Highway Code stopping distances should be extended

The road safety charity Brake says stopping distances should be increased because drivers' thinking time has been underestimated.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/07/25/brake-argues-highway-code-stopping-distances-should-be-extended

Dawsonrentals vans appoints new finance specialist as part of expansion programme

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/25/dawsonrentals-vans-appoints-new-finance-specialist-as-part-of-expansion-programme

Škoda fleet sales grow 16.1% in 2017

Škoda has announced true fleet sales growth of 16.1% year-on-year, giving it a market share of 3.6%.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/25/skoda-fleet-sales-grow-161-in-2017

Venson signs management software deal with r2c online

Venson Automotive Solutions has turned to r2c Online for a suite of online tools that will support the company in the management of its clients’ van and heavy commercial fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/25/venson-signs-management-software-deal-with-r2c-online

Spanish operator becomes first FORS bronze member

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/24/spanish-operator-becomes-first-fors-bronze-member

DAF Dealer Network appoints Tamworth-based DW Commercials

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/24/daf-dealer-network-appoints-tamworth-based-dw-commercials

Cap HPI fills managing director role with internal promotion

Cap HPI has promoted Chris Wright, who joined the business in 2015, to the role of managing director for its global operations.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/24/cap-hpi-fills-managing-director-role-with-internal-promotion

Intelligent Telematics and Plexus Law launch camera-based claims management service

Intelligent Telematics has teamed up with Plexus Law to launch a proactive claims management service for large self-insured corporate fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/24/intelligent-telematics-and-plexus-law-launch-camera-based-claims-management-service

Fleet growth predictions at five-year high, says Arval

The number of UK fleets expecting growth has risen to its highest level for five years, according to Arval’s Corporate Vehicle Observatory Barometer.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/24/fleet-growth-predictions-at-five-year-high-says-arval

Jaguar updates XJ with new technology for 2018

Jaguar has updated its premium XJ saloon for 2018 with a new infotainment system and more driver assistance technology.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/24/jaguar-updates-xj-with-new-technology-for-2018

Preview: Vauxhall Grandland X prices, specs and CO2 emissions

We’ve had an early preview of Vauxhall’s all-new crossover, the Grandland X, ahead of its official debut in September.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/24/preview-vauxhall-grandland-x-prices-specs-and-co2-emissions

AA Trust launches free electric vehicle driver training course

The AA Trust has launched Drive Electric, a free of charge electric vehicle (EV) training course.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/24/aa-trust-launches-free-electric-vehicle-driver-training-course

Iveco appoints Emmet Wrafter as light business line director

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/21/iveco-appoints-emmet-wrafter-as-light-business-line-director

69% of drivers don’t know the legal minimum tyre tread depth, says Venson

Venson Automotive Solutions urges fleets to help drivers focus on tyre safety after recent survey highlights tread depth ignorance.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/21/69-of-drivers-don-t-know-the-legal-minimum-tyre-tread-depth-says-venson

Wipers and washers most common causes of MOT failures

The most common cause of MOT failures is windscreen wiper and washer-related issues, according to new research by AA Garage Guide.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/21/wipers-and-washers-most-common-causes-of-mot-failures

Chargemaster opens first Electric Vehicle Experience Centre.

Chargemaster’s multi-brand Electric Vehicle (EV) showroom opens its doors on Saturday July 22 at the Centre:MK in Milton Keynes.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/21/chargemaster-opens-first-electric-vehicle-experience-centre

Government announces tolls on the Severn Crossings will end in 2018

Drivers will see an end to tolls on the Severn Crossings at the end of 2018, Secretary of State for Wales Alun Cairns has announced.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/21/government-announces-tolls-on-the-severn-crossings-will-end-in-2018

Average new car CO2 emissions fall to new low at Fleet Alliance

Average CO2 emissions for new car orders at funding and fleet management specialist Fleet Alliance have fallen to 115g/km.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/07/21/average-car-co2-emissions-fall-to-new-low-at-fleet-alliance

Drivers warned of 'Black Saturday', the time they are most likely to have a crash

The most dangerous time to be on Britain's roads this year is Saturday July 22 at 2pm, according to new research.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/21/drivers-warned-of-black-saturday-the-time-they-are-most-likely-to-have-a-crash

Electric Nation offers free smart electric car chargers

Electric nation is offering free smart electric car chargers to people in the Midlands, South West and Wales.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/21/electric-nation-offers-free-smart-electric-car-chargers

Mercedes-Benz 3m vehicle ‘voluntary recall’ to reduce NOx emissions

Mercedes-Benz will apply software upgrades to “several hundred thousand” diesel engines in the UK to cut nitrogen oxide emissions on three million vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/20/mercedes-benz-3m-vehicle-voluntary-recall-to-reduce-nox-emissions

FORS and TfL approved training course for O’Donovan fleet drivers

The LoCITY driving course produced by FORS and TfL is being given to O’Donovan Waste Disposal’s fleet drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/20/fors-and-tfl-approved-training-course-for-o-donovan-fleet-drivers

Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency supported by Chevin fleet management software

The Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency’s (DVSA) Earned Recognition pilot scheme is being supported by Chevin’s FleetWave software.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/20/driving-and-vehicle-standards-agency-supported-by-chevin-software

TDW adopts Freeway fleet maintenance management app

TDW Distribution fleet maintenance has installed a management app from Freeway.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/20/fleet-maintenance-company-tdw-installs-management-app

Alfa Romeo reveals UK pricing and specification of Stelvio SUV

Alfa Romeo’s Stelvio SUV will arrive in UK showrooms from September, with prices starting from £33,990.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/20/alfa-romeo-reveals-uk-pricing-and-specification-of-stelvio-suv

Commercial vehicle online remarketing records tumble at Manheim auction

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/20/commercial-vehicle-online-remarketing-records-tumble-at-manheim-auction

The Freight Transport Association updates its truck drivers’ handbook

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/20/the-freight-transport-association-updates-its-truck-drivers-handbook

Nissan strengthens fleet sales team

Nissan has appointed Michael Stewart to the new position of head of leasing, specialist fleet sales and rental with immediate effect.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/20/nissan-strengthens-fleet-sales-team

Fleet drivers targeted by new eDriving online safe driving training course

Edriving has launched One More Second, a fleet driver training online course aimed at improving a company’s risk management.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/20/fleet-drivers-targeted-by-new-edriving-online-safe-driving-training-course

Mercedes-Benz launches premium pick-up – the X-Class

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2017/07/18/mercedes-benz-launches-premium-pick-up-the-x-class

Esso Card announces quicker VAT reimbursements

WEX Europe Services, owner of the Esso Card, has announced that its customers could receive VAT and excise duty reimbursements in just two weeks – rather than months – after partnering with specialist VAT reclaim partner, ATS.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/18/esso-card-announces-quicker-vat-reimbursements

Autoglass ADAS calibration centre opens in Coventry

Autoglass has opened a new calibration centre for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) in a new commercial development in Coventry.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/18/autoglass-adas-calibration-centre-opens-in-coventry

Northumbrian Water targets fleet improvements with Ctrack

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/07/18/northumbrian-water-targets-fleet-improvements-with-ctrack

Fix Auto Newcastle joins network

Fix Auto UK has welcomed Newcastle Accident Repair Centre to its network which will now operate as Fix Auto Newcastle.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/18/fix-auto-newcastle-joins-network

Ogilvie Fleet boosts sales team with double appointment

Ogilvie Fleet has boosted its south England sales team with a double appointment.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/17/ogilvie-fleet-boosts-sales-team-with-double-appointment

Skoda launches petrol versions of fleet-specific Octavia and Superb models

Increased demand for petrol engines from business customers has led to Škoda UK launching new variants of the Octavia and Superb in fleet-specific SE Tech trim levels.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/17/skoda-launches-petrol-versions-of-fleet-specific-octavia-and-superb-models

CF Motoring Services secures European funding for electric car training scheme

A North East automotive repair firm has kick-started a scheme to deliver electric and hybrid vehicle (EV and HV) training to 90 staff.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/17/cf-motoring-services-secures-european-funding-for-electric-car-training-scheme

Volkswagen adds extra equipment to updated Caddy range

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/17/volkswagen-adds-extra-equipment-to-updated-caddy-range

Cap HPI welcomes new HR director

Cap HPI has welcomed Amanda Hardcastle as its new HR director.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/17/cap-hpi-welcomes-new-hr-director

Aston Barclay aims to double sales with appointment of new sales director

Aston Barclay Group as appointed David Smith as its new sales director in a drive to double sales figures over the next five years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/17/aston-barclay-aims-to-double-sales-with-appointment-of-new-sales-director

Howard Tenens teams up with TruTac and CMS to ‘raise the compliance bar’

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/17/howard-tenens-teams-up-with-trutac-and-cms-to-raise-the-compliance-bar

Paragon adds fuel usage enhancement to routing and scheduling software

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/17/paragon-adds-fuel-usage-enhancement-to-routing-and-scheduling-software

B & K Structures becomes a FORS Champion

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/17/b-and-k-structures-becomes-a-fors-champion

Essential Fleet Services buys Go Plant

Essential Fleet Services has acquired Go Plant for an undisclosed sum, to create one of the UK’s largest providers of specialist and commercial vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/17/essential-fleet-services-buys-go-plant

Highways England trials new-look ‘orange’ smart motorway emergency area

The first of a new-style smart motorway emergency refuge area (ERA) is being trialled on the M3 in Surrey.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/17/highways-england-trials-new-look-orange-smart-motorway-emergency-area

Independent Motor Auctions strikes Arnold Clark remarketing deal

Independent Motor Auctions has secured a remarketing deal with Arnold Clark, boosting the quantity of its used stock at its Blackpool facility.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/17/independent-motor-auctions-strikes-arnold-clark-remarketing-deal

Fleet managers to gain better awareness of tyre performance issues with ICFM's Michelin masterclass

ICFM’s intermediate and advanced diplomas will now cover material regarding the fuel and cost-saving benefits of a premium tyre policy.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/14/icfm-diploma-receives-michelin-support

BVRLA shares summer rental tips

The BVRLA has shared tips and advice for holidaymakers planning on renting a car this summer.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2017/07/14/bvrla-shares-summer-rental-tips

BCA Belle Vue Manchester achieves record LCV sales

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/14/bca-belle-vue-manchester-achieves-record-lcv-sales

Ben targets healthy lifestyle campaign at automotive industry workers

Ben has launched a new campaign to encourage workers across the automotive industry to improve their physical health.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/14/ben-targets-healthy-lifestyle-campaign-at-automotive-industry

New petrol engines available for Volkswagen Passat and Tiguan offer lower BiK than diesel equivalents

Volkswagen has added a range of new petrol engines to its Passat and Tiguan models which offer fleet customers more desirable company car tax payments.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/14/new-petrol-engines-available-for-volkswagen-passat-and-tiguan-offer-lower-bik-than-diesel-equivalents

UK Power Networks launches guide to help businesses electrify their fleets

A new guide to help businesses electrify their commercial fleets has been launched by UK Power Networks.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/14/uk-power-networks-launches-guide-to-help-businesses-electrify-their-fleets

All-new Hyundai i30 Fastback revealed

Hyundai has unveiled the i30 Fastback which goes on sale in early 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/14/all-new-hyundai-i30-fastback-revealed

Morrison Utility Services develops sustainable mobile asphalt unit

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/14/morrison-utility-services-develops-sustainable-mobile-asphalt-unit

More than half of UK fleets back alternative fuels, Corporate Vehicle Observatory report finds

More than half (56%) of UK fleets are already operating at least one alternative fuel to traditional petrol and diesel models or are planning to do so in the next three years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/14/more-than-half-of-uk-fleets-back-alternative-fuels-corporate-vehicle-observatory-report-finds

Report highlights alleged Volkswagen 'fix' issues

BBC Watchdog joined forces with Auto Express to highlight technical issues experienced by “thousands” of Volkswagen customers following emissions ‘fix’.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/14/bbc-watchdog-and-auto-express-highlight-alleged-volkswagen-fix-issues

Fix Auto Huntingdon fully operational after arson attack

Nine months after arsonists destroyed the original Fix Auto Huntingdon bodyshop, the brand new, replacement 24,000 sq ft repair centre is now fully operational.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/14/fix-auto-huntingdon-fully-operational-after-arson-attack

FTA members make strides in improving emissions performance

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/14/fta-members-make-strides-in-improving-emissions-performance

FMG and Xpress Centres join forces to reduce repair times

FMG has announced details of a partnership with Xpress Centres which is already reducing repair times and making vehicle repairs more convenient for drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/14/fmg-and-xpress-centres-join-forces-to-reduce-repair-times

Ford reveals new Transit Custom offering improved fuel economy and CO2 emissions

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/13/ford-reveals-new-transit-custom-offering-improved-fuel-economy-and-co2-emissions

Traffix adopts Bevan Specialist Products dropside vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/13/traffix-adopts-bevan-specialist-products-dropside-vehicles

FORS launches driver licence checking service with first Affinity Partner

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/13/fors-launches-driver-licence-checking-service-with-first-affinity-partner

A Davies Transport rolls out Michelin 315/80 tyre policy

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/13/a-davies-transport-rolls-out-michelin-315/80-tyre-policy

Seat sales reach highest level in 16 years

Seat’s sales has reached its highest level in 16 years due to results from European countries.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/12/seat-sales-reach-highest-level-in-16-years

ChargePoint upgrades Coventry City’s EV charging points

ChargePoint Services has announced that it has been working alongside Coventry City Council to upgrade the electric vehicle charging facilities in Coventry city centre.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/12/chargepoint-upgrades-coventry-city-s-ev-charging-points

UK businesses left exposed by lack of road safety policy, says TomTom

More than a fifth (21%) of UK companies whose employees drive for work purposes have no road safety policy in place, new research has revealed.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/13/uk-businesses-left-exposed-by-lack-of-road-safety-policy-says-tomtom

Final version of new London taxi unveiled

London Taxi Company (LTC) has relaunched as LEVC and unveiled the final version of the new London taxi - the TX - and its eCity hybrid powertrain technology.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/13/final-version-of-new-london-taxi-unveiled

TomTom to develop new traffic service

TomTom has announced it is developing traffic technology to support autonomous driving and smarter mobility.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/13/tomtom-to-develop-new-traffic-service

Carpendale EV Consulting becomes a Go Ultra Low Company

Carpendale EV Consulting has been awarded ‘Go Ultra Low Company’ status after making a commitment to boost its uptake of plug-in cars and vans over the next five years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/13/carpendale-ev-consulting-becomes-a-go-ultra-low-company

Vehicle values remain steady amidst advancing marketplace

Cox Automotive’s wholesale and retail brands saw a year-on-year increase in sold volume throughout June.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/13/vehicle-values-remain-steady-amidst-advancing-marketplace

UK electric and plug-in car registrations hit record high

More electric and plug-in hybrid cars were registered during the first half of 2017 than in any previous six-monthly period.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/13/uk-electric-and-plug-in-car-registrations-hit-record-high

Licence Bureau appointed to check Alliance Flooring drivers

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/11/licence-bureau-appointed-to-check-alliance-flooring-drivers

Fraikin’s 12-tonne Iveco utilises KERS device in ‘world first’

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/11/fraikin-s-12-tonne-iveco-utilises-kers-device-in-world-first

Schools urged to rent out empty parking spaces to ‘needy motorists’

Schools in close proximity to public transport and/or local amenities are being urged to rent out spare car park spaces during the summer holidays.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/11/schools-urged-to-rent-out-empty-parking-spaces-to-needy-motorists

ICFM masterclass to focus on how big data is changing fleet management

ICFM is to focus on how big data is transforming the long-established fleet management model in its next masterclass event.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/11/icfm-masterclass-to-focus-on-how-big-data-is-changing-fleet-management

Highway England contractors are 'not averse to submitting inflated property claims'

Claims Management & Adjusting has welcomed comments in the House of Lords that Highways England’s contractors are apparently not averse to submitting inflated claims for infrastructure damage.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/11/highway-england-contractors-are-not-averse-to-submitting-inflated-property-claims

Nexus Vehicle Rental launches fund-raising partnership with St Gemma's Hospice

Corporate vehicle rental provider Nexus Vehicle Rental has launched a fund-raising partnership with St Gemma’s Hospice, Yorkshire’s largest hospice.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/11/nexus-vehicle-rental-launches-fund-raising-partnership-with-st-gemma-s-hospice

Manheim holds sale at sea for Citroen

Manheim has held what it believes to be the first vehicle auction at sea – an offsite sale for Citroën on No Man’s Fort in the Solent.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/11/manheim-holds-sale-at-sea-for-citroen

30-month disqualification for “untruthful” HGV driver who obstructed investigators

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/11/30-month-disqualification-for-untruthful-hgv-driver-who-obstructed-investigators

Drivers would switch to an EV if charge points mandated at fuel stations

The availability and accessibility of charge points could overcome one of the “biggest barriers” to the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/11/drivers-would-switch-to-an-ev-if-charge-points-mandated-at-fuel-stations

Polestar announces 421PS version of new Volvo XC60 T8

Volvo's in-house tuning arm Polestar has boosted the power outputs of the XC60 range, with the flagship T8 hybrid producing 421PS.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/10/polestar-announces-421ps-version-of-new-volvo-xc60-t8

Fleetondemand strengthens team and launches customer service centre

Mobility technology company Fleetondemand appointed Paul Smith as technical delivery director.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/10/fleetondemand-strengthens-team-and-launches-customer-service-centre

Used fleet values decline ahead of monthly average, according to BCA Pulse

The headline average value of a used car fell by £66 in June, demonstrating little change in the market but in the fleet and lease sector average values slipped by 3.3% over the month.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/10/used-fleet-values-decline-ahead-of-monthly-average-according-to-bca-pulse

Cold starts could freeze air pollution improvements, says EQUA Index analysis

The average daily distance driven in passenger cars is not sufficient for a vehicle's pollution control system to warm up and become fully functional, analysis of the latest EQUA Index data shows.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/10/cold-starts-could-freeze-air-pollution-improvements-says-equa-index-analysis

ICFM launches new rebranded website with ‘added functionality’

The Institute of Car Fleet Management has launched its new website, reflecting its recent rebranding that boasts added functionality and interactive features.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/10/icfm-launches-new-rebranded-website-with-added-functionality

National Windscreens celebrates ‘phenomenal growth’ and launches recruitment drive

National Windscreens celebrates ‘phenomenal growth’ and launches recruitment drive

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/10/national-windscreens-celebrates-phenomenal-growth-of-more-than-400

Auto Windscreens names top glass technicians

Auto Windcreens has named two champions in its annual Clearly the Best 2017 competition.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/10/auto-windscreens-names-top-glass-technicians

Jaama software to help fleets comply with ‘tough’ DVSA checks

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/10/jaama-software-to-help-fleets-comply-with-tough-dvsa-checks

Diesel will take centre stage at July VRA meeting

The current situation surrounding diesel in the new and used car sectors is to be discussed at the July member meeting of the Vehicle Remarketing Association.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/10/diesel-will-take-centre-stage-at-july-vra-meeting

Groupe Renault acquires Oktal stake to further autonomous vehicle development

Groupe Renault today announced the acquisition of a 35% stake in a new joint venture with Okatal, Autonomous Vehicle Simulation (AVS).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/10/groupe-renault-acquires-oktal-stake-to-further-autonomous-vehicle-development

Zipcar Flex one-way drive and drop car club service launched in London

Car club Zipcar has launched Zipcar Flex in London, a new one-way, drive and drop service.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/10/zipcar-flex-one-way-drive-and-drop-car-club-service-launched-in-london

Ever needed to view your European colleague’s data in another language?

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/10/ever-needed-to-view-your-european-colleague-s-data-in-another-language

Time to put an end to the ‘diatribe’ of misinformation about diesel

JLR MD wants air quality debate to take into account other sources of NOx.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/10/time-to-put-an-end-to-the-diatribe-of-misinformation-about-diesel

Government awards £20m to develop vehicle to grid technology

A £20 million Government investment aims to help develop electric vehicles (EVs) capable of returning electricity to the grid.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/10/government-awards-20m-to-develop-vehicle-to-grid-technology

M6 toll announcement is good news for freight, says FTA

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/10/m6-toll-announcement-is-good-news-for-freight-says-fta

Disqualification for transport manager who misled Traffic Commissioner

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/10/disqualification-for-transport-manager-who-misled-traffic-commissioner

CCIA 2017: Roadtests

There were more than 300 vehicles to drive at CCIA from 26 manufacturers. Fleet News assembled a team of fleet managers from some of the country’s biggest fleets to help us assess some of the latest and most popular models at the event.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/05/ccia-2017-roadtests

CCIA 2017: 'Growing volume and building awareness' is key this year says Infiniti boss

Infiniti was clearly focussed on promoting its range of models to fleet customers at this year’s CCIA.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/05/ccia-2017-infiniti

CCIA 2017: Volvo XC60 generated ‘considerable interest’

Volvo Car UK’s head of financial services Selwyn Cooper hopes that Volvo will double its annual sales by 2020.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/05/ccia-2017-volvo-xc60-generated-considerable-interest

Renault targets passenger transport market with Trafic SpaceClass range

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/07/renault-targets-passenger-transport-market-with-trafic-spaceclass-range

Renault launches Scenic and Grand Scenic hybrids with prices from £25,055

Renault has launched Scenic and Grand Scenic models with dCi 110 Hybrid Assist powertrains, offering CO2 emissions of 94g/km and official combined fuel economy of 80.7mpg.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/07/renault-launches-scenic-and-grand-scenic-hybrids-with-prices-from-25-055

Renault Zoe becomes first EV pool car for Slough Council

Slough Borough Council has purchased three Renault Zoe EV vehicles as staff pool cars.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/07/renault-zoe-becomes-first-ev-pool-car-for-slough-council

Advanced Supply Chain invests £5.7m in Mercedes-Benz fleet

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/07/advanced-supply-chain-invests-57m-in-mercedes-benz-fleet

IAM RoadSmart welcomes new business development director

IAM RoadSmart, the road safety charity, has appointed Tony Greenidge as its new business development director.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/07/iam-roadsmart-welcomes-new-business-development-director

UPS to increase electric vehicles by 50% with UK Power Networks tie-in

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/07/ups-to-increase-electric-vehicles-by-50-with-uk-power-networks-tie-in

Gain Solutions develops inspection app for Brightwells

Gain Solutions has created handheld inspection software for Brightwells that aims to improve the accuracy and quality of inspections for their auction items.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/07/gain-solutions-develops-inspection-app-for-brightwells

Bunzl Retail Supplies strikes fleet deal with TOM Vehicle Rental

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/07/bunzl-retail-supplies-strikes-fleet-deal-with-tom-vehicle-rental

21-year professional driving ban for HGV driver

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/06/21-year-professional-driving-ban-for-hgv-driver

Fuel bills face £600m hike due to low tyre pressures, says TyreSafe

Company car drivers and private motorists could be spending up to £600m on unnecessary fuel bills because of low tyre pressures, research from TyreSafe suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/06/fuel-bills-face-600m-hike-due-to-low-tyre-pressures-says-tyresafe

VPS cuts fleet costs and boosts compliance with FSGB partnership

Service, maintenance and repair (SMR) cost savings are being achieved by VPS UK in partnership with Fleet Service Great Britain (FSGB).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/06/vps-cuts-fleet-costs-and-boosts-compliance-with-fsgb-partnership

Mercedes-Benz trucks join Eurovia fleet

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/06/mercedes-benz-trucks-join-eurovia-fleet

Driver who posed road safety risk banned from professional driving

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/06/driver-who-posed-road-safety-risk-banned-from-professional-driving

Inrix and Apcoa strike deal to provide parking data in Europe

Inrix and Apcoa Parking Group have announced a new partnership to exchange parking information.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/06/inrix-and-apcoa-strike-deal-to-provide-parking-data-in-europe

Addison Lee appoints Aston Barclay as remarketing partner

Addison Lee has appointed Aston Barclay as its remarketing partner, following a change in its disposal strategy.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/06/addison-lee-appoints-aston-barclay-as-remarketing-partner

Enterprise and CLM raise money for Leukaemia Care

The Enterprise Holdings Foundation, the charitable arm of Enterprise Rent-A-Car, has matched the fundraising efforts of fleet management specialist, CLM, in support of the Leukaemia Care charity.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/06/enterprise-and-clm-raise-money-for-leukaemia-care

Manufacturers have an obligation to provide connected vehicle data for free, say respondents to a BVRLA survey

Seventy percent of respondents to a BVRLA survey feel that manufacturers have an obligation to provide connected vehicle and driver data.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/07/06/vehicle-manufacturers-have-an-obligation-to-provide-connected-car-data-say-respondents-to-bvrla-survey

Five new models awarded five-star Euro NCAP crash ratings

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio, Hyundai i30, Vauxhall Insignia, Seat Ibiza and Volkswagen Arteon have been awarded a maximum Euro NCAP five-star safety rating.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/06/five-star-euro-ncap-safety-rating-awarded-to-alfa-romeo-stelvio-hyundai-i30-vauxhall-insignia-seat-ibiza-and-volkswagen-arteon

Transport director disqualified from running trucks for nine months

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/05/transport-director-disqualified-from-running-trucks-for-nine-months

Total Motion strikes fleet management deal with Tyco

Total Motion has secured a major contract with Tyco to provide a fully outsourced fleet management service covering more than 3,000 cars and vans.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/05/total-motion-strikes-fleet-management-deal-with-tyco

Survey recognises ‘essential role’ lorries play

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/05/survey-recognises-essential-role-lorries-play

‘Dishonest’ operators refused licence to run HGVs

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/05/dishonest-operators-refused-licence-to-run-hgvs

Van values steady but market pressures continue

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/05/van-values-steady-but-market-pressures-continue

Government must find more cash for roads beyond VED, says FTA

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/05/government-must-find-more-cash-for-roads-beyond-ved-says-fta

Client Earth fails in latest air quality challenge to the Government

The High Court has ruled that there is “nothing unlawful” in the Government’s draft air quality plan.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/05/client-earth-fails-in-latest-air-quality-challenge-to-the-government

‘Unprecedented' changes to fleet management tackled at ACFO autumn seminar

ACFO focuses on ‘The State of the Nation’ at its autumn seminar, with fleet management changing at an unprecedented pace.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/05/unprecedented-changes-to-fleet-management-tackled-at-acfo-autumn-seminar

More than 1,000 downloads for FleetCheck’s new commercial vehicle safety app in first 60 days

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/05/more-than-1-000-downloads-for-fleetcheck-s-new-commercial-vehicle-safety-app-in-first-60-days

Pickups help drive demand in UK light commercial vehicle market

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/05/pickups-help-drive-demand-in-uk-light-commercial-vehicle-market

Fleet and business registrations take 61% market share, but diesel decline continues

Fleet and business registrations took the strain in June, with 148,145 registrations, equating to a 61% market share, according to figures released by the SMMT.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/05/fleet-and-business-registrations-take-61-market-share-but-diesel-decline-continues

New Hyundai Ioniq plug-in hybrid prices start from £24,995

Hyundai has announced pricing for the new Ioniq plug-in hybrid, starting from £24,995 for a Premium 1.6 GDi model.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/05/new-hyundai-ioniq-plug-in-hybrid-prices-start-at-24-995

Carr appointed as chief commercial officer at Alphabet

Alphabet has appointed Simon Carr as the new chief commercial officer for its UK executive team.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/05/alphabet-appoints-new-chief-commercial-officer

Diesel likely to ‘remain a crucial part of the motor trades fuel mix’ says VRA

The industry should ‘remain calm’ over the future values of diesel as it is ‘likely to remain a crucial part of the motor trade’s fuel mix for the foreseeable future’ says the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/05/diesel-likely-to-remain-a-crucial-part-of-the-motor-trades-fuel-mix-says-vra

New commercial team for York Volkswagen van centre

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/05/new-commercial-team-for-york-volkswagen-van-centre

Online growth for rental industry

A new study by digital marketing experts at Inside Online has discovered that the UK car hire industry has seen an overall online growth of 33% since 2016.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/05/online-growth-for-rental-industry

Commercial Fleet Awards 2017 wants nominations for official charity partner

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/05/commercial-fleet-awards-2017-wants-nominations-for-official-charity-partner

TMC e-guide aims to help fleets gain control over fuel costs

TMC has produced a new e-guide aimed at fleets wanting to take an across-the-board approach to controlling their fuel costs.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/05/tmc-e-guide-aims-to-help-fleets-gain-control-over-fuel-costs

Vehicle manufacturers ‘have an obligation’ to share data

Around 70% of BVRLA members and fleet managers believe that vehicle manufacturers have an obligation to provide vehicle data, according to a survey.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/05/vehicle-manufacturers-have-an-obligation-to-share-data

Local roads to benefit from multi-billion pound fund

Local roads are set to benefit from a share in a multi-billion pound improvement fund as part of an investment strategy unveiled by the Government.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/07/05/local-roads-to-benefit-from-multi-billion-pound-fund

Every Volvo launched from 2019 to have an electric motor

Volvo Cars has announced that every vehicle it launches from 2019 will have an electric motor, placing electrification at the core of its future business.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/05/every-volvo-launched-from-2019-to-have-electric-motor

CCIA 2017: Nissan Motor has 'another record-breaking year'

Nissan Motor (GB)'s fleet sales director Iker Lazzari talks to Fleet News about its record-breaking year so far.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/04/ccia-2017-nissan-motor-has-another-record-breaking-year

CCIA 2017: Kia debates practicality over reduced emissions

Kia's head of fleet and remarketing John Hargreaves talks to Fleet News about the challenges fleets may face with fuel.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/04/ccia-kia-debates-practicality-over-reduced-emissions

CCIA 2017: JLR receives excellent feedback on the new Discovery

Jaguar Land Rover’s UK fleet and business general manager Jon Wackett discusses its growth and hopes for the year ahead.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/04/ccia-jlr-receives-excellent-feedback-on-the-new-discovery

CCIA 2017: FCA Group hopes to achieve Giulia and Tipo sales objectives for this year

FCA Group's fleet planning and corporate marketing manager Simon Wheeler told Fleet News about the groups plans for 2017.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/04/ccia-fca-group-hopes-to-achieve-giulia-and-tipo-sales-objectives-for-this-year

61% of motorists deterred by EV’s limited battery range, study shows

A study by Venson Automotive Solutions has revealed that 61% of motorists are deterred to switch to an EV due to worries over limited battery range.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/04/61-of-motorists-deterred-by-ev-s-limited-battery-range-study-shows

BVRLA lease car fleet average CO2 emissions fall 4% to 113.1g/km

The average CO2 emissions of cars on BVRLA's lease fleet has fallen 4% to 113.1g/km, according to the organisation's latest quarterly leasing survey.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/04/bvrla-lease-car-fleet-average-co2-emissions-fall-4

IAM RoadSmart commercial director Lesley Upham to step down

Lesley Upham has announced her tenure as commercial director for IAM RoadSmart will come to a close at the end of July.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/04/iam-roadsmart-commercial-director-lesley-upham-to-step-down

Derby van centre secures three awards at Volkswagen ceremony

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/04/derby-van-centre-secures-three-awards-at-volkswagen-ceremony

Fleet of 35 new DAF CF and XF demonstrators delivered to UK dealers

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/04/fleet-of-35-new-daf-cf-and-xf-demonstrators-delivered-to-uk-dealers

GMB launches legal challenge against Addison Lee

GMB, the union for private hire drivers, has launched a fresh legal challenge against Addison Lee seeking confirmation of members’ worker status.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/07/04/gmb-launches-legal-challenge-against-addison-lee

Fiat launches Panda City Cross

Fiat has added the Panda City Cross to its range, with prices starting from £12,995.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/04/fiat-launches-panda-city-cross

FORS Professional launches collision management training

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/04/fors-professional-launches-collision-management-training

Deals in Congo and Australia see Chevin Fleet Solutions' rapid growth continue

Chevin Fleet Solutions has completed a deal in the Democratic Republic of the Congo as part of its expansion into international markets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/04/deals-in-congo-and-australia-see-chevin-fleet-solutions-rapid-growth-continue

Vauxhall OnStar helps reunite owner with stolen vehicle

Having parked up outside his workplace in central Glasgow, James Watson was forced out of his vehicle by a thief, who stole his new Vauxhall Astra.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/04/vauxhall-onstar-helps-reunite-owner-with-stolen-vehicle

Fuel choices top the agenda for visitors to CCIA 2017

Hybrids topped the agenda for fleet decision makers and suppliers in a vox-pop by Fleet News at the recent Company Car In Action event as vistors sort to establish a consensus on the right fuels for their vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/07/03/fuel-choices-top-the-agenda-for-visitors-to-ccia-2017

Europcar UK adds Mercedes-Benz Vito to van fleet

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/03/europcar-uk-adds-mercedes-benz-vito-to-van-fleet

Whistl hires new director of international

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/03/whistl-hires-new-director-of-international

Construction of a fourth M3 lane complete

The main construction of a fourth lane on the M3 in Surrey and Hampshire has been completed.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/07/03/construction-of-a-fourth-m3-lane-complete

Sofico holds international customer forum in Ghent

Sofico held an international customer forum in Ghent on Thursday 29 June.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/03/sofico-holds-international-customer-forum-in-ghent

Proventia approved as supplier for London ULEZ Euro VI retrofitting

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/07/03/proventia-approved-as-supplier-for-london-ulez-euro-vi-retrofitting

Lancashire DAF bolsters fleet support capability

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/03/lancashire-daf-bolsters-fleet-support-capability

Cap HPI announces major update to EV data

Electric vehicle (EV) data will get a major upgrade following an announcement from automotive data experts Cap HPI.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/07/03/cap-hpi-announces-major-update-to-ev-data

Driveway rental scheme targets company car drivers and commuters

Company car drivers and commuters facing parking clampdowns from local authorities are being urged to rent a driveway near their place of work to avoid parking tickets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/03/driveway-rental-scheme-targets-company-car-drivers-and-commuters

Failure to improve compliance will ‘place your operator’s licence at risk’

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/07/03/failure-to-improve-compliance-will-place-your-operator-s-licence-at-risk

WESC Foundation selects enhanced Lifestyle Lease car scheme from Maxxia

WESC Foundation has selected Maxxia’s Lifestyle Lease car scheme to widen the number of employee benefits available for staff.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/07/03/wesc-foundation-selects-enhanced-lifestyle-lease-car-scheme-from-maxxia

Vision Track dashcam catches mobile using white van man in collision

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/07/03/vision-track-dashcam-catches-mobile-using-white-van-man-in-collision

Škoda bolsters fleet team with senior appointments

Škoda has appointed Matt Hattersley as national fleet sales manager and James Watson as regional contract and leasing manager for the south.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/07/03/skoda-bolsters-fleet-team-with-senior-appointments