Association for Driving Licence Verification shakes up board with new members

The Association for Driving Licence Verification (ADLV) board has welcomed a string of new members.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/30/association-for-driving-licence-verification-shakes-up-board-with-new-members

Axis delivers 12 DAF vehicles to three companies

Axis Fleet Management has announced three new contract wins of 12 DAF vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/30/axis-delivers-12-daf-s-to-three-companies

New Mini Electric concept unveiled

A new Mini Electric concept will make its world premiere at the Frankfurt motor show in September.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/30/new-mini-electric-concept-unveiled

Royal recognition for TOM Vehicle Rental

TOM Vehicle Rental is among the 40 organisations to be awarded a Princess Royal Training Award, the City & Guilds Group has announced.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/30/royal-recognition-for-tom-vehicle-rental

Concerns continue to grow over shortage of skilled HGV drivers

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/30/concerns-continue-to-grow-over-shortage-of-skilled-hgv-drivers

Domino’s and Ford to research autonomous vehicle pizza delivery

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/29/domino-s-and-ford-to-research-autonomous-vehicle-pizza-delivery

BMW adds performance 'S' version to revised i3 line-up

BMW has updated its compact electric car, the i3, for 2018 with refreshed styling, new features and a range-topping s version.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/29/bmw-adds-performance-s-version-to-revised-i3-line-up

E-Stor charge points use second-hand EV batteries

UK-based Connected Energy and Groupe Renault have installed two quick-charge stations based in Belgium and Germany.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/29/e-stor-charge-points-use-second-hand-ev-batteries

Clancy Plant strikes fleet deal with Škoda

New deal includes mix of Octavia Hatchback, Rapid Spaceback and Superb models.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/29/clancy-plant-strikes-fleet-deal-with-skoda

Swarco becomes Go Ultra Low approved

Swarco Parking and eMobility has been awarded official Go Ultra Low Company status.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/29/swarco-becomes-go-ultra-low-approved

FleetCheck releases three free guide papers

FleetCheck has announced the release of three free guide papers, designed to help fleets gain expertise.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/29/fleetcheck-releases-three-free-guide-papers

Truck driver charged over M1 crash appears in court

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/29/truck-driver-charged-over-m1-crash-appears-in-court

JWD Enterprises orders second Fuso Canter

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/29/jwd-enterprises-orders-second-fuso-canter

National Windscreens retains preferred supplier status with ARI Fleet UK

National Windscreens has retained preferred supplier status with fleet management company ARI Fleet UK which has renewed its contract for a further four years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/29/national-windscreens-retains-preferred-supplier-status-with-ari-fleet-uk

Drug driving crackdown declared a success

Better technology means courts are punishing drug drive offenders in record numbers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/08/29/drug-driving-crackdown-declared-a-success

Brightwells wins emergency services remarketing contract

Brightwells has been awarded a four-year contract by the Home Office to sell vehicles and plant used by the emergency services.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/29/brightwells-wins-emergency-services-remarketing-contract

Digital mileage capture technology key to passing stringent HMRC audits, says ABAX

Fleet managers and drivers claiming for business mileage should use digital technology to meet the stringent checks of an HMRC audit, says ABAX.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/29/digital-mileage-capture-technology-key-to-passing-stringent-hmrc-audits-says-abax

Strong demand drives up used city car values in August

Strong demand pushed used values in the city car sector up by 1.3% in August for vehicles at the three years and 60,000-mile mark.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/29/strong-demand-drives-up-used-city-car-values-in-august

Dashcam evidence for insurance claims doubles

Dashcam footage being provided as evidence by policyholders in insurance claims is growing in popularity.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/29/dashcam-evidence-for-insurance-claims-doubles

2018 Volvo S60 and V60 Polestar unveiled

Polestar, the performance brand of Volvo Cars, has unveiled its 2018 version of the Volvo S60 and V60.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/29/2018-volvo-s60-and-v60-polestar-unveiled

New 'real world' emissions test for cars comes into force this week

New models of diesel and petrol cars will have to pass a new emissions test before they are allowed on Britain’s roads from Friday (September 1, 2017).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/29/new-real-world-emissions-test-for-cars-comes-into-force-this-week

Electric Nissan fleet delivered to Southampton’s Associated British Port

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/08/25/electric-nissan-fleet-delivered-to-southampton-s-associated-british-port

NHS rapid response fleet fitted with Michelin CrossClimate+ tyres

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/25/nhs-rapid-response-fleet-fitted-with-michelin-crossclimate-tyres

All Fleet Services launches All Fleet Online

Gloucester-based All Fleet Services has launched a new digital side to its fleet services capabilities with the launch of All Fleet Online.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/25/all-fleet-services-launches-all-fleet-online

HMRC announces September changes to advisory fuel rates

HMRC has released its latest advisory fuel rates (AFRs), to come into force from September 1.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/25/hmrc-announces-september-changes-to-advisory-fuel-rates

Drivers warned of inflated fuel prices in tourist hotspots over bank holiday weekend

Green Flag is warning that unsuspecting UK drivers could be subjected to substantially higher fuel prices while travelling on major holiday destination roads.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/25/drivers-warned-of-inflated-fuel-prices-in-tourist-hotspots-over-bank-holiday-weekend

Bodyshops will struggle to reduce downtime as electric vehicles boom

The growth of electric and hybrid vehicles is set to fundamentally change the bodyshop landscape, according to Graham O’Neill, the CEO of ACIS.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/25/bodyshops-will-struggle-to-reduce-downtime-as-electric-vehicles-boom

Everest expands fleet with Dacia Logan MCV’s

Home improvement specialist Everest has taken on a fleet of 65 Dacia Logan MCV’s for its team of surveyors.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/25/everest-takes-on-fleet-of-dacia-logan-mcv-s

A quarter of businesses do not conduct regular vehicle safety checks

A quarter of UK businesses do not conduct regular safety checks on vehicles used for business purposes, research from TomTom Telematics has found.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/25/a-quarter-of-businesses-do-not-conduct-regular-vehicle-safety-checks

Isuzu D-Max Arctic trucks AT35 returns

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2017/08/25/isuzu-d-max-arctic-trucks-at35-returns

SmartWitness to bring 4G LTE connectivity to in-cab vehicle cameras

SmartWitness is to bring 4G LTE connectivity to its next-generation in-vehicle camera technology following an agreement with Sierra Wireless.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/25/smartwitness-to-bring-4g-lte-connectivity-to-in-cab-vehicle-cameras

Driverless lorry trials to start on UK roads next year

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/25/driverless-lorry-trials-to-start-on-uk-roads-next-year

GCH cuts fuel bill by £100 a week after switching to used Mercedes-Benz Arocs

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/24/gch-cuts-fuel-bill-by-100-a-week-after-switching-to-used-mercedes-benz-arocs

Lightfoot telematics installed in 220-strong Hughes fleet

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/24/lightfoot-telematics-installed-in-220-strong-hughes-fleet

Masternaut and Telefleet launch 'UK's first' integrated telematics-based insurance

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/08/24/masternaut-and-telefleet-launch-the-uk-s-first-integrated-telematics-based-insurance

Simplytrak recognises ‘customer growth’ with new group sales director

In recognition of reported customer growth, Simplytrak has appointed Darren Clewes from Primesight as the new group sales director.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/24/simplytrak-recognises-customer-growth-with-new-group-sales-director

Fraikin delivers 19 Iveco light commercial vehicles to Waterlogic

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/24/fraikin-delivers-19-iveco-light-commercial-vehicles-to-waterlogic

Hydrogen additive technology claims to cut vehicle emissions by up to 80%

British manufacturer CGON has released a new range of hydrogen additive products that claims to reduce engine emissions by up to 80% and fuel use by up to 20%.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/24/hydrogen-additive-technology-claims-to-cut-vehicle-emissions-by-up-to-80

England legend Shilton shares tactics on leadership at Fleet Management Live

England's legendary goalkeeper will provide a vivid overview of the self-discipline and dedication it takes to become the world’s best.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/24/england-legend-shilton-shares-tactics-on-leadership-and-best-practice-at-fleet-management-live

Audi power output to be denoted by two numbers on future models

The new standardised classification for the power output of its model range will apply worldwide.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/24/audi-power-output-to-be-denoted-by-two-numbers-on-future-models

First look: Volkswagen T-Roc makes international debut

Volkswagen has unveiled the T-Roc, its first model in the compact-crossover sector, which will arrive in the UK in December.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/23/first-look-volkswagen-t-roc-makes-international-debut

Citroen e-auction sees record results

An e-auction of 200 Citroën vehicles held by BCA in August sold every vehicle on offer and set a new benchmark against guide values.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/23/citroen-e-auction-sees-record-results

£1 start-up bodybuilder makes £1m investment

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/23/1-start-up-bodybuilder-makes-1m-investment

Hendy targets aftersales with Smartdriverclub collaboration

Hendy Group is now delivering in-car connectivity to customers under the brand Hendy Connect as part of a collaboration with Smartdriverclub.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/23/hendy-targets-aftersales-with-smartdriverclub-collaboration

Greenroad partnership ‘improves Securitas’ driver safety’

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/23/securitas-partnership-improves-driver-safety

Citroen C-Zero is named cheapest electric car to run

Citroen's C-Zero has been named by Cap HPI as the cheapest pure-electric car to run over a two-year/20,000-mile period.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/23/citroen-c-zero-is-named-cheapest-electric-car-to-run

VRA calls for regulation of mileage adjustment to stop increase in clocking

New rules should be introduced to regulate the mileage adjustment sector with car and van clocking on the rise, says the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/23/vra-calls-for-regulation-of-mileage-adjustment-to-stop-increase-in-clocking

FuelGenie teams up with RAC Business to offer discounted breakdown cover

Supermarket fuel card provider FuelGenie has teamed up with RAC Business to offer UK firms discount rates on their breakdown cover.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/23/fuelgenie-teams-up-with-rac-business-to-offer-discounted-breakdown-cover

Royal Mail trials nine electric trucks

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/23/royal-mail-trials-nine-electric-trucks

DfT issues guidelines to protect connected cars from hack attacks

However, cyber security experts are calling for more detailed guidelines and urged manufacturers to review their use of open source components.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/23/dft-issues-guidelines-to-protect-connected-cars-from-hack-attacks

Fleet bodies demand to know when HMRC will base tax on WLTP data

Fleet operators call for clarity on the future basis of vehicle taxation beyond the current system of CO2 emissions derived from the combined mpg figure.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/23/fleet-bodies-demand-to-know-when-hmrc-will-base-tax-on-wltp-data

TruckEast’s Wellingborough branch welcomes general manager

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/22/truckeast-s-wellingborough-branch-welcomes-general-manager

Teltrac Navman and FleetCheck integration ‘proves successful’

Teltrac Navman’s Director platform and FleetCheck’s management software integration has ‘proven successful’ with fleet managers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/22/teltrac-navman-and-fleetcheck-integration-proves-successful

Aston Barclay adopts Special Forces techniques to build elite workforce

Aston Barclay has introduced Special Forces techniques as part of its drive to achieve ambitious growth plans to double sales in the next five years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/22/aston-barclay-adopts-special-forces-techniques-to-build-elite-workforce

Iveco welcomes proposal to increase GVW for alternative fuel LCVs

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/22/iveco-welcomes-proposal-to-increase-gvw-for-alternative-fuel-lcvs

TOM Vehicle Rental given Princess Royal Training Award

TOM Vehicle Rental is among one of 40 organisations to be awarded a Princess Royal Training Award.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/22/tom-vehicle-rental-given-princess-royal-training-award

Dashcam guidance needed urgently, says IAM RoadSmart

Dashcams may not yield increase in prosecutions for dangerous driving and lead to fewer traffic patrols as officers spend more time analysing amateur footage.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/22/dashcam-guidance-needed-urgently-says-iam-roadsmart

Motor claims consultants Industry Insights partners with Autoglass BodyRepair

Motor claims consultants Industry Insights has partnered with Autoglass BodyRepair as its mobile repair network partner.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/22/motor-claims-consultants-industry-insights-partners-with-autoglass-bodyrepair

Driving tired is worse than being on drugs

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/22/driving-in-a-fatigue-state-is-worse-than-being-on-drugs

Carmakers clamour to promote electric vehicle options in future models

Uncertainty over the future taxation of diesel cars could bring forward the ‘tipping point’ where plug-in cars become more cost-effective for fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/22/carmakers-clamour-to-promote-electric-vehicle-options-in-future-models

Drivers reminded to avoid driving when dehydrated

Drivers are being urged to recognise the dangers of driving while dehydrated, which can have the same effects as drink driving.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/22/drivers-reminded-to-avoid-driving-when-dehydrated

Grosvenor Leasing sees growth in Easi-Fleet Management solution

Eight companies have signed up for Easi-Fleet Management so far this year, Grovesnor Leasing's solution for small fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/08/22/grosvenor-leasing-sees-growth-in-easi-fleet-management-solution

A-Plant appoints Fleet Source for nationwide driver CPC training

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/22/a-plant-appoints-fleet-source-for-nationwide-driver-cpc-training

TTC calls on UK fleets to join Project Edward zero road deaths campaign

Cycle trainer TTC Group is supporting the Project Edward campaign for a zero road death day across Europe.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/21/ttc-calls-on-uk-fleets-to-join-project-edward-zero-road-deaths-campaign

Young motorists confound ‘boy racer’ image with EV preference

Young motorists confound the ‘boy racer’ image with their preference to EV, according to the AA.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/21/young-motorists-confound-boy-racer-image-with-ev-preference

Asset Alliance appoints new head of sales

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/21/asset-alliance-appoints-new-head-of-sales

Cap HPI to deliver ongoing analysis of London EV Company’s electric taxi

London EV Company has partnered with Cap HPI to undertake an ongoing values analysis of their electric taxi, the TX.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/21/cap-hpi-to-deliver-ongoing-analysis-of-london-ev-company-s-electric-taxi

Petrol and diesel car sales ban could provide owners with a valuable nest egg, says Total Motion

Owners of petrol and diesel cars could benefit financially in the future depite the proposed ban on their sale as many will become sought-after classics.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/21/petrol-and-diesel-cars-could-provide-owners-with-valuable-nest-eggs

LCV registrations to drop 5% for 2017, says Cap HPI

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/21/lcv-registrations-to-drop-5-for-2017-says-cap-hpi

Zenith receives Royal recognition for commitment to staff

Zenith has been awarded a Princess Royal Training Award for putting its employees first.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/21/zenith-receives-royal-recognition-for-commitment-to-staff

Poor air quality could make cars switch to EV mode automatically

Geo-fencing using live air quality data could be used to enforce the zero-emission running of fleet vehicles in heavily polluted areas.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/21/poor-air-quality-could-make-cars-switch-to-ev-mode-automatically

Number of old vans on road hits record high, says Funding Options

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/21/number-of-old-vans-on-road-hits-record-high-says-funding-options

Survey reveals lack of enthusiasm for driverless cars

A third of motorists fail to see any advantage of automated and driverless vehicles, according to a new study.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/21/survey-reveals-lack-of-enthusiasm-for-driverless-cars

Fleet Management Live to offer fleets more than 150 exhibitors to review

Fleet Management Live has moved to a new, larger hall at the Birmingham NEC on October 3 and 4 as part of a record-breaking year for the event.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/21/fleet-management-live-to-offer-fleets-more-than-150-exhibitors-to-review

Company car and van drivers rack up £2m in parking penalties

Private parking penalties incurred by company car and van drivers cost £2.21m in the first half of the year, according to new figures from Lex Autolease.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/21/company-car-and-van-drivers-rack-up-2m-in-parking-penalties

ADESA Upstream remarketing platform now available round the clock

Dealers who have signed up for the ADESA Upstream remarketing platform can now bid on and buy stock at any time.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/21/adesa-upstream-remarketing-platform-now-available-round-the-clock

SHB Hire to supply fleet of 40 in Slough Council tender

Slough Borough Council has awarded a 5-year fleet contract for 40 vehicles to SHB Hire.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/18/shb-hire-to-supply-fleet-of-40-in-slough-council-tender

Chevin launches new API tool, responding to ‘user-demand’

In response to emerging technologies and user-demand, Chevin has launched an API tool for its fleet management software, FleetWave.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/18/chevin-launches-new-api-tool-responding-to-user-demand

Go Ultra Low hits the 100 companies mark

Go Ultra Low has reached new heights following an announcement that 100 companies have joined, demonstrating their commitment to run eco-friendly fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/18/go-ultra-low-hits-the-100-companies-mark

WEX Europe Services launches telematics product

WEX Europe Services, the owner and pan-European provider of the Esso Card fuel card, has launched WEX Telematics.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/18/wex-europe-services-launches-telematics-product

FTA receives record entries for Driver of the Year

Entries for the Freight Transport Association (FTA)’s Driver of the Year competition 2017 are the highest since the competition’s inception.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/18/fta-receives-record-entries-for-driver-of-the-year

Fleet decision-makers get first taste of new Volvo XC60 SUV

Decision-makers from top UK fleets have had their first experience of Volvo’s new XC60 mid-size SUV as the premium manufacturer’s fleet sales continue to grow.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/18/fleet-decision-makers-get-first-taste-of-new-volvo-xc60-suv

NAMA report shows auction values slip in July

According to the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) average selling values decreased -0.6% from £5,392 to £5,361 in July.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/18/nama-report-shows-auction-values-slip-in-july

Hyundai showcases hydrogen future with SUV preview

Hyundai has unveiled its next generation fuel cell vehicle, well ahead of the hydrogen-powered SUV’s official launch early next year.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/18/hyundai-showcases-hydrogen-future-with-suv-preview

Deutsche Post DHL Group and Ford present E-van in Germany

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/17/deutsche-post-dhl-group-and-ford-present-e-van-in-germany

CoolKit fridge vans receive ATP certification

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/17/coolkit-fridge-vans-receive-atp-certification

EV journey planner ‘eliminates range anxiety’ for fleets

An EV journey planner released by Route Monkey has claimed to ‘eliminate range anxiety’ for eco-fleet drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/17/ev-journey-planner-eliminates-range-anxiety-for-fleets

Imperial acquires automotive dealer group Pentagon Motor Holdings

Imperial Holdings's wholly-owned vehicle division, Motus Corporation (Motus), has indirectly acquired 100% of Pentagon Motor Holdings.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/17/imperial-acquires-automotive-dealer-group-pentagon-motor-holdings

Fleet values at record level according to BCA Pulse

Average used values in the fleet and lease sector rose to record levels in July, as value across the board rose by 1.8%.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/17/fleet-values-at-record-level-according-to-bca-pulse

Seat fleet launches Ibiza four-day test drive

Seat has expanded its four-day test drive scheme for business drivers and fleet decision makers to include the latest Ibiza.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/17/seat-fleet-launches-ibiza-four-day-test-drive

Dearman to exhibit zero-emission refrigeration technology at LCV Show

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/17/dearman-to-exhibit-zero-emission-refrigeration-technology-at-low-carbon-vehicle-show

Vauxhall Vivaro Tourer Elite and Combi Plus to make Frankfurt debut

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/17/vauxhall-vivaro-tourer-elite-and-combi-plus-to-make-frankfurt-debut

Urgent clarification on air quality plans required, says Client Earth

Client Earth is asking for clarification on what it calls "disturbing holes" in court-ordered plans to clean up illegal levels of air pollution.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/17/urgent-clarification-on-air-quality-plans-required-says-client-earth

Intel acquires fleet technology company Mobileye

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/17/intel-acquires-fleet-technology-company-mobileye

Automotive Outlook 2018 to provide industry leaders with exclusive insight

Hundreds of industry leaders from vehicle manufacturers, leasing, rental, service providers and major fleets are expected to attend.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/17/automotive-outlook-2018-to-provide-industry-leaders-with-exclusive-insight

ICFM welcomes short-term car hire and van company to investor programme

ICFM has welcomed Thrifty Car and Van Rental into its corporate investor programme, making it the first short term hire company to sign up.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/16/icfm-welcomes-short-term-car-hire-and-van-company-to-investor-programme

Volvo Car UK appoints customer experience development manager

Volvo Car UK has appointed Nicola Langley in the newly created role of customer experience development manager, effective immediately.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/16/volvo-car-uk-appoints-customer-experience-development-manager

Pendragon Vehicle Management develops free driver management app

Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) have developed a new free app to support their fleet drivers with daily duties.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/16/pendragon-vehicle-management-develops-free-driver-management-app

HGV drivers will face strong action for tailgating, says industry regulator

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/16/hgv-drivers-will-face-strong-action-for-tailgating-says-industry-regulator

Upgraded diesel engine for Honda Civic starting from 99g/km

A revised 120 PS 1.6 litre i-DTEC diesel engine will join the Honda Civic range in Europe from March 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/16/upgraded-diesel-engine-for-honda-civic-starting-from-99g/km

Venson Automotive Solutions highlights the cost benefits of plug-in vehicles

Fleet managers looking to control their costs could turn to electric vehicles to deliver the savings they need, says Venson Automotive Solutions.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/16/venson-automotive-solutions-highlights-the-cost-benefits-of-plug-in-vehicles

Lightstone launches automated incident reporting app

Lightstone has launched Mercury Incident Reporter, a new smartphone app which can assist drivers involved in an incident.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/15/lightstone-launches-automated-incident-reporting-app

Seven-vehicle crash provides vital training for emergency services

Highways England and the emergency services, including West Midlands Fire Service and West Midlands Ambulance service, held the training exercise in Birmingham.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/16/seven-vehicle-crash-provides-vital-training-for-emergency-services

Future fuel guidance at Fleet Management LIVE 2017

With the debate raging about the future of diesel, experts at Fleet Management LIVE 2017 will be on hand to provide advice on strategies for fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/16/future-fuel-guidance-at-fleet-management-live-2017

Fleet Innovations receives ‘Go Ultra Low Company’ status

Fleet Innovations has been awarded ‘Go Ultra Low Company’ status in recognition of its role in boosting the uptake of low/zero emission plug-in vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/16/fleet-innovations-receives-go-ultra-low-company-status

BCA celebrates triple record-breaking LCV sales

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/15/bca-celebrates-triple-record-breaking-lcv-sales

Licence Bureau appointed to check JLL licences

Licence Bureau has announced that it has been appointed by JLL to carry out driver licence checks.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/15/licence-bureau-appointed-as-jll-licence-checker

Arnold Clark provides Fiat fleet to Vittoria Group

Arnold Clark Vehicle Management (ACVM) is providing 11 new Fiat 500s to Vittoria Group.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/15/arnold-clark-provides-fiat-fleet-to-vittoria-group

Toyota named top automotive business in customer satisfaction index

Toyota is the highest-ranked automotive brand in the latest UK Customer Satisfaction Index (UKSCI), produced by the Institute of Customer Service.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/15/toyota-named-top-automotive-business-in-customer-satisfaction-index

Warner Leisure Hotels installs EV charging points at all its UK hotels

Warner Leisure Hotels has installed free-to-use Rolec EV charging points at all of its hotels throughout the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/15/warner-leisure-hotels-installs-ev-charging-points-at-all-its-uk-hotels

Seat fleet sales continue to grow

Seat fleet sales have achieved year-on-year growth of 37% in the first half of 2017.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/15/seat-fleet-sales-continue-to-grow

Mitchells of Mansfield invests £750,000 in new Renault trucks

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/15/mitchells-of-mansfield-invests-750-000-in-new-renault-trucks

Teletrac Navman strikes telematics deal with Penta Foods

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/15/teletrac-navman-strikes-telematics-deal-with-penta-foods

Volvo dealer Ray Chapman Motors appoints fleet sales consultant

Volvo dealer Ray Chapman Motors has appointed a new fleet sales consultant, Gavin Iredale, to meet a growing demand from businesses in North Yorkshire.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/15/ray-chapman-motors-appoints-fleet-sales-consultant

HGV demand at highest since 2008

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/15/hgv-demand-at-highest-since-2008

Urgent action on vehicle safety standards needed

The UK Government must support European Commission (EC) plans to improve new vehicle safety standards, says industry groups and NGOs.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/15/urgent-action-on-vehicle-safety-standards-needed

Transport operator’s licensing application labelled chaotic

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/15/transport-operator-s-licensing-application-labelled-chaotic

Honda reveals new look Jazz supermini

Honda has unveiled its new look Jazz supermini which features a new petrol engine as well as updates to the exterior styling and interior trim.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/14/honda-reveals-new-look-jazz-supermini

Longs of Leeds launches new livery on Ryder delivery

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/14/longs-of-leeds-launches-new-livery-on-ryder-delivery

Jaama supports DVSA’s earned recognition scheme

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/14/jaama-supports-dvsa-s-earned-recognition-scheme

Audi launches petrol Q2 all-wheel drive compact SUV

Audi has added a petrol all-wheel drive model to its Q2 compact SUV range.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/14/audi-launches-petrol-q2-all-wheel-drive-model

UK public still open minded over fully autonomous vehicles

People living in the UK are highly familiar with the concept of driverless cars but have not yet formed hardened opinions about the technology.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/14/uk-public-still-open-minded-over-fully-autonomous-vehicles

Motorists want police funding to be used to fight terrorism instead of road offences

Motorists want police funding to be used to fight terrorism instead of road crimes, a new survey by Servicing Stop has found.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/14/motorists-want-police-funding-to-be-used-to-fight-terrorism-instead-of-road-offences

Motorway lessons for learner drivers welcomed

The Government has given the green light for learner drivers to have lessons on motorways in a bid to improve road safety.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/08/14/motorway-lessons-for-learner-drivers-welcomed

Nissan e-NV200 electric vans join Fortem fleet

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/14/nissan-e-nv200-electric-vans-join-fortem-fleet

New light commercial vehicle working group by FORS

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/14/new-light-commercial-vehicle-working-group-by-fors

Ford appoints new director to focus on mobility solutions for Europe

Sarah-Jayne Williams will join Ford in September as its first director for Smart Mobility in Europe.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/11/ford-appoints-new-director-to-focus-on-mobility-solutions-for-europe

Global sales of BMW Group EVs reach 50,000

More than 50,000 BMW i, BMW iPerformance and electrified Mini vehicles have been sold globally in the first seven months of the year.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/11/global-sales-of-bmw-evs-reach-50-000

Volkswagen Arteon on sale – with low CO2 engine

Volkswagen’s stylish new flagship, the Arteon, is available to order priced from £34,305.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/10/volkswagen-arteon-on-sale-with-low-co2-engine

Masternaut launches telematics solution for short-term hire vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/10/masternaut-launches-telematics-solution-for-short-term-hire-vehicles

Hubio launches 3G camera, telematics and tracking system

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/10/hubio-launches-3g-camera-telematics-and-tracking-system

Guest and Sherwood welcome new sales director

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/10/guest-and-sherwood-welcome-new-sales-director

Zap-Map EV charging app shows Source London and ESB live network data

App now includes real-time data for around 75% of London charge points, 45% of charge points in England and Wales and 80% of Northern Ireland charge points.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/10/zap-map-shows-source-london-and-esb-live-network-data-in-updated-ev-charging-app

Drivers pick service station based on favourite fast food outlet

Nine in 10 drivers will choose which service station they stop at based on their favourite fast food outlet, new research from Europcar suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/10/drivers-pick-service-station-based-on-favourite-fast-food-outlet

Staples Corner Flyover A406 to close for essential maintenance

The Staples Corner Flyover will be closed for three weekends in September for essential refurbishment, says Transport for London (TfL).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/10/staples-corner-flyover-a406-to-close-for-essential-maintenance

Moseley resigns from National Body Repair Association

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) – a federated association of the Retail Motor Industry Federation - has announced the resignation of its director, Jason Moseley.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/10/moseley-resigns-from-national-body-repair-association

Volkswagen offers free telematics service to new and current company car drivers

The service lets drivers monitor fuel consumption, driving style and can link to an approved VW repairer to prompt alerts for servicing.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/10/volkswagen-offers-free-telematics-service-to-new-and-current-company-car-drivers

DVSA promise crackdown after staff suffer physical and verbal abuse

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/10/dvsa-promise-crackdown-after-staff-suffer-physical-and-verbal-abuse

Thieves target keyless entry cars with ‘relay attack’

A new trend in vehicle theft termed ‘relay attack’, is allowing criminals to overcome existing vehicle security technology, such as immobilisers and keyless entry systems.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/10/thieves-target-keyless-entry-cars-with-relay-attack

Volkswagen expands Authorised Repairer network in Colchester

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/10/volkswagen-expands-authorised-repairer-network-in-colchester

Applications open for new Vehicle Conversion Dynamic Purchasing System

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/10/applications-open-for-new-vehicle-conversion-dps

3G vehicle cameras can cut insurance premiums by ‘more than half’

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/10/3g-vehicle-cameras-can-cut-insurance-premiums-by-more-than-half

New electric CV proposals raises risk management issue for drivers

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/10/new-electric-cv-proposals-raises-risk-management-issue-for-drivers

New Bunker Refuelling site to open at New Hollies Truckstop, Cannock

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/10/new-bunker-refuelling-site-to-open-at-new-hollies-truckstop-cannock

Autoglass and Admiral renew partnership

Autoglass has won the tender to become the sole provider of Admiral’s vehicle glass repair and replacement solution for the next five years.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/10/autoglass-and-admiral-renew-partnership

Cheshire’s new smart motorway safety barrier nears completion

The Highways England scheme between junction 16 at Crewe and junction 19 at Knutsford will see the hard shoulder converted to a permanent extra lane.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/10/cheshire-s-new-smart-motorway-safety-barrier-nears-completion

Tusker rolls out Rolec’s EV Charge Online network

Tusker has installed a substantial number of Rolec’s AutoCharge electric vehicle charging pedestals at its Watfo

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/10/tusker-rolls-out-rolec-s-ev-charge-online-network

Call for nominations as deadline for ACFO Awards looms

Fleet decision-makers - not just ACFO members - being urged to nominate their top vehicles, initiatives and suppliers’ products and services.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/10/call-for-nominations-as-deadline-for-acfo-awards-looms

Delivery companies welcome Taylor’s self-employed recommendations

Companies that use self-employed drivers have welcome new employment legislation, but unions say they don’t go far enough to “fix a broken system”.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/10/delivery-companies-welcome-taylor-s-self-employed-recommendations

Commercial Fleet Awards seeks the best fleet operators - find out more

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/09/commercial-fleet-awards-seeks-the-best-fleet-operators

Paragon Route Execution tracks sub-contracted vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/09/paragon-route-execution-tracks-sub-contracted-vehicles

BP invest in wall mounted EV charge points

Rolec EV have supplied BP with a large number of AutoCharge EV charging points at its Exploration Centre in Sunbury-on-Thames.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/09/bp-invest-in-wall-mounted-ev-charge-points

Out-of-hours deliveries could create fatality hazards

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/09/out-of-hours-deliveries-could-create-fatality-hazards

Decline in UK true fleet registrations, says Dataforce

The fleet market was hit with this year’s second month of double-digit negative growth in July, sliding by 13.1%, according to Dataforce.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/09/decline-in-uk-true-fleet-registrations-says-dataforce

Fleet management software must reflect increased data security for autonomous vehicles, says Chevin

Managing director Ashley Sowerby says businesses need to consider when managing their fleet information is whether their software system is adequately secure.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/09/fleet-management-software-must-reflect-increased-data-security-for-autonomous-vehicles-says-chevin

Isuzu fleet team strengthened with new appointments

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2017/08/08/isuzu-fleet-team-strengthened-with-new-appointments

Calling all experienced fleet managers

Have you overcome a challenge with your fleet or introduced a cost-saving initiative? If so, Fleet News wants to hear from you.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/08/calling-all-experienced-fleet-managers

Palletways announces £50,000 fleet investment

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/08/palletways-announces-50-000-fleet-investment

HMRC figures show number of company car drivers hits five-year high

The number of employees paying company car tax has reached a five-year high, boosting Treasury coffers by millions of pounds, newly-released data shows.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/08/hmrc-figures-show-number-of-company-car-drivers-hits-five-year-high

Jailed owners of skip hire business banned indefinitely from transport operations

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/08/jailed-owners-of-skip-hire-business-banned-indefinitely-from-transport-operations

Surrey Fire & Rescue select Scania for driver trainer vehicle

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/08/surrey-fire-and-rescue-select-scania-for-driver-trainer-vehicle

Start planning for urban charges and lorry bans, says FTA

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/08/start-planning-for-urban-charges-and-lorry-bans-says-fta

Mazda backs fossil fuels to deliver long-term sustainable vision

Mazda has announced that it will continue to focus on developing the internal combustion engine, with the launch of the Skyactiv-X in 2019.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/08/mazda-backs-fossil-fuels-to-deliver-long-term-sustainable-vision

Gateway project announces the next phase of driverless pod trials

The next phase of the Gateway project - an open public trial of driverless pods – will start around the Greenwich peninsula in London in the autumn.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/08/gateway-project-announces-the-next-phase-of-driverless-pod-trials

Molly Maid adds 15 Škoda Fabias to its fleet

Škoda UK has won a new contract with Molly Maid to supply an additional 15 Fabia S 1.0 Hatch models to its UK fleet and a further 60 in the next year.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/08/molly-maid-adds-15-skoda-fabias-to-its-fleet

NOx emissions recall of German cars leaves fleet operators in dark

Thousands of vehicles are subject of ‘voluntary’ service with little clue to the cost implications.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/07/nox-emissions-recall-of-german-cars-leaves-fleet-operators-in-dark

Toyota and Mazda strengthen partnership

Toyota and Mazda signed an agreement to enter a business and capital alliance, with the aim of further strengthening their lasting partnership.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/07/toyota-and-mazda-strengthen-partnership

Manufacturers urged to combat threat to connected cars from hackers

Connected cars will have to be better protected from hackers, under new Government guidelines issued by the Department for Transport (DfT).

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/07/manufacturers-urged-to-combat-connected-car-threats-from-hackers

Rolec’s EV UltraSMART to provide integrated EV charging platform

Rolec EV has launched an intelligent smart technology platform which can be integrated across its entire EV charging range.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/07/rolec-s-ev-ultrasmart-to-provide-integrated-ev-charging-platform

Iveco extends DriveAway ready-bodied range

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/07/iveco-extends-driveaway-ready-bodied-range

Fleet customers sign up to 'added value' of DVLA's Access to Driver Data service

Recent enhancements to the DVLA’s Access to Driver Data (ADD) service has seen new customers sign up to its licence checking solution.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/07/fleet-customers-sign-up-to-added-value-of-access-to-driver-data-service

New van market ‘remains stable’ in July

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/07/new-van-market-remains-stable-in-july

Axis Fleet Management recruits new operations director

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/07/axis-fleet-management-recruits-new-operations-director

Total Motion chooses Epyx’s 1link Hire Network to manage rental service

The move is in response to Total Motion’s increasing rental volumes and aims to enhance reporting capabilities for its business and for its customers.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/07/total-motion-chooses-epyx-s-1link-hire-network-to-manage-rental-service

Jaama recruits customer-facing staff

Jaama has recruited six customer-facing employees, including a technical client manager, four technical support advisors and a project consultant.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/07/jaama-recruits-customer-facing-staff

Online sales damage alloy wheels, says AlloyGator

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/04/online-sales-damage-alloy-wheels-says-alloygator

Ford accredits Transit van converters in new scheme

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/04/ford-accredits-transit-van-converters-in-new-scheme

Confused motorists hesitant about EV switch, says Cap HPI

A new study from Cap HPI has revealed that consumers feel they don’t know enough about electric vehicles to tempt them to switch.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/04/confused-motorists-hesitant-about-ev-switch-says-cap-hpi

Fleet and business new car registrations fall by 11% in July

Overall figures from the SMMT also how that diesel registrations fell by a fifth.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/04/fleet-and-business-new-car-registrations-fall-by-11-in-july

More than 70,000 drivers caught using their mobile phone behind the wheel

New data suggests that 70,945 penalties were issued to drivers caught using their mobile phone or a similar electronic device behind the wheel in 2016.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/04/more-than-70-000-drivers-caught-using-their-mobile-phone-behind-the-wheel

TOM Vehicle Rental acquires Transflex

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/08/04/tom-vehicle-rental-acquires-transflex

Clean Vehicle Retrofit Accreditation Scheme launched to reduce emissions for older vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/04/clean-vehicle-retrofit-accreditation-scheme-launched-to-reduce-emissions-for-older-vehicles

Vehicle used with brake defects despite being reported on numerous occasions

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/04/vehicle-used-with-brake-defects-despite-being-reported-on-numerous-occasions

Telematics helps ArB avoid HMRC private mileage audit fine

ArB (Tree Care Specialists)'s adoption of a Ram Tracking device helps it avoid HMRC fine by keeping accurate private and business mileage records.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/04/telematics-helps-arb-avoid-hmrc-private-mileage-audit-fine

London receives £4.5m to install 1,500 electric vehicle charge points

A total of 25 boroughs, each receiving up to £300,000, will install up to 1,500 standard-speed on-street charging points in residential areas.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/04/london-receives-45m-to-install-1-500-electric-vehicle-charge-points

Bishopsgate adopts Mandata driver behaviour solution to reduce costs

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/04/bishopsgate-adopts-mandata-driver-behaviour-solution-to-reduce-costs

BP plan to install electric vehicle charge points on UK forecourts welcomed

BP’s plan to install electric vehicle charge points described as a significant milestone in the UK’s journey to embrace plug-in vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/04/bp-s-plan-to-install-electric-vehicle-charge-points-on-uk-forecourts-welcomed

Mercedes-Benz Uptime predicts breakdowns for Johnston Fuels

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/04/mercedes-benz-uptime-predicts-breakdowns-for-johnston-fuels

Nine in 10 business unwilling to give up car fleet, according to Arval

UK businesses running company cars are not willing to give them up for another form of transport, according to new research.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/04/nine-in-10-business-unwilling-to-give-up-car-fleet-according-to-arval

Commuters face longer journey times, says GMB

Average journey times to work have slowed over the past five years, new research from the union GMB shows.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/04/commuters-face-longer-journey-times-says-gmb

Mobile Mini achieves zero reportable accident frequency rate

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/08/04/mobile-mini-achieves-zero-reportable-accident-frequency-rate

FCA Fleet Services contract hire business taken over by Leasys

FCA Fleet Services UK has seen its contract hire business taken over by Leasys S.p.A, the contract hire and mobility company of FCA Bank.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/08/03/fca-fleet-services-contract-hire-business-taken-over-by-leasys

Self-insured fleets should heed changes to motor salvage code

Warning of reputational damage if wrong category vehicles end up back on road.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/03/self-insured-fleets-should-heed-changes-to-motor-salvage-code

Go Ultra Low status awarded to JCT600

JCT600 VLS has been awarded Go Ultra Low status due to promotion and usage of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs) in its fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/03/go-ultra-low-status-awarded-to-jct600

Highways England will ‘improve congestion’ with £15bn strategy

Highways England has today announced that it will aim to ‘improve congestion’ with a £15bn road investment strategy.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/03/highways-england-will-improve-congestion-with-15bn-strategy

Fiat Professional welcomes new national sales manager

Fiat Professional has welcomed Andy Waite into his new role of national sales manager, effective immediately.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/03/fiat-professional-welcomes-national-sales-manager

Environmental lawyers reject German car industry's 'pitiful' response to diesel crisis

Environmental lawyers in Germany have described voluntary retrofits for five million cars as a “pitiful” attempt to absolve the diesel industry.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/08/03/environmental-lawyers-reject-german-car-industry-s-pitiful-response-to-diesel-crisis

Proteus chooses Renault Trucks for first fleet vehicle

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/08/03/proteus-chooses-renault-trucks-for-first-fleet-vehicle

Cenex to trial natural gas-fuelled lorries

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/03/cenex-to-trial-natural-gas-fuelled-lorries

ArrowXL appoints Aaron Powell as national fleet operations manager

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/03/arrowxl-appoints-aaron-powell-as-national-fleet-operations-manager-1

Allstar publishes SMR guide for small-medium fleets

Allstar has produced a guide to help fleet managers in small-medium businesses manage the service, maintenance and repair (SMR) of their fleet more effectively.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/03/allstar-publishes-smr-guide-for-small-medium-fleets

Bid to curb use of hire vans for terror attacks

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/08/02/bid-to-curb-use-of-hire-vans-for-terror-attacks

Councils get £75m roads funding as Highways England delivers improvements to strategic road network

Councils in England have been awarded funding to refurbish bridges, improve junctions and boost flood defences.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/02/councils-given-75m-funding-for-local-roads-as-highways-england-delivers-improvements-to-strategic-road-network

Share price tumbles after AA boss Bob Mackenzie sacked

Shares in the AA have taken a dive after the executive chairman of the roadside recovery and insurance business, Bob Mackenzie, was sacked for gross misconduct.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/02/share-price-tumbles-after-aa-boss-bob-mackenzie-sacked

Plumbing And Heating Services in Surrey

Most plumbing equipment doesn’t fall apart suddenly. Most of the time, they show signs that a problem is already existing before things finally go out of your hand. It’s your responsibility to inform yourself and be aware of these signs to avoid emergency plumbing and heating services.

 

Here are some of the basic reasons which need immediate assistance from heating and plumbing professionals:

• Low Water Pressure – There’re two possible reasons for this circumstance. The first reason is that your utility company is having any water pressure problems and the second is that if there’s any obstruction in your plumbing and water fixture.

You should first contact your utility company and ask their experience whether there’s any problem in the water supply. If not, you should contact a reputable, reliable professional for plumbing and boiler repair to have your entire plumbing system check and get to the root of the problem.

• Weird Noises – If you find any clicking noise in your tankless water heater, then rest assured that the noise is quite normal. This type of circumstance commonly occurs, when water stops and starts to flow through the water heater.

However, if the noise is coming from the pipes, you should immediately call the reliable plumbing and heating services in Surrey right away; as these problems can lead to sediment build-ups and loose fixtures.

• Frozen Pipes -Frozen pipes can give rise to burst pipes in common circumstances. So if you’re not experienced when it comes to defrosting out pipes, you should hire heating and plumbing services for help.

• Damaged Sewer Lines – If you find any damage in sewer lines, keep in mind that a broken, blocked or damaged sewer line can make a big mess inside your home or on your property. So, you should need professional assistance for plumbing and heating repair in Surrey to deal with it, as soon as you are aware of the problem.

• Temperature Problems -If you suddenly experience cooler water than normal water temperature, check out whether the thermostat is set perfectly as it might be possible that someone may have used the shower and adjusted the setting.

If the setting is done correctly, but water is cool, then it’s a possible indication of a major problem. However, this fact can be true, if the water is warmer than what you usually get for the same setting.

Once the setting of the thermostat is done, your water heater is supposed to maintain the perfect temperature. But if it starts fluctuating, it can be a thermostat control problem or a defective heating sensor problem. Contact plumbing and heating services in Surrey immediately and find out the defects.

A Final Word – A final tip, refrain from doing it yourself, in your attempt to fix your plumbing and water heating system you might only make things worse. Instead, leave the problems in the hands of professionals for plumbing and boiler repairs in Farnborough and get a superior level of assistance for your plumbing and water heating best suiting your requirements.

from Ev Fleet Show http://www.evfleetshow.co.uk/plumbing-and-heating-services-in-surrey/

WEX Europe Services announces new website launch

WEX Europe Services has launched a new refreshed website which promises to help visitors "better understand" their business.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/02/wex-europe-services-announces-new-website-launch

RH Commercial celebrates it's fifth apprentice of the year

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/08/02/rh-commercial-celebrates-it-s-fifth-apprentice-of-the-year

AutoRestore reveals new name as Autoglass BodyRepair

AutoRestore has undergone a rebrand and has revealed that it will be known as Autoglass BodyRepair.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/02/autorestore-reveals-new-name-as-autoglass-bodyrepair

Traffic Commissioner revokes transport licence

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/02/traffic-commissioner-revokes-transport-licence

TÜV SÜD Group reorganizes its fleet consultancy business

Fleet consultancy specialists TCOPlus and FleetVision have be absorbed into the Fleet Logistics Group, by owner TÜV SÜD.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/02/tuv-sud-group-reorganizes-its-fleet-consultancy-business

Renault expands fleet team with new appointments

The manufacturer has announced a restructure, with two key divisions separated into sales, led by Mark Potter, and operations, headed up by Mark Dickens.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/02/renault-expands-fleet-team-with-new-appointments

TMC mileage capture drives lower fuel costs at Mitsubishi Electric

Mitsubishi Electric has appointed TMC to help it reduce fuel costs by providing mileage capture, audit and data analysis for its fleet of 270 cars.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/02/tmc-mileage-capture-drives-lower-fuel-costs-at-mitsubishi-electric

Fleets face missing out on potential gains from connected car data, says Fleet

More clarity needed if fleets are not to lose out on the “many potential gains” in efficiency, safety and environmental impact, says FleetCheck.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/02/fleets-face-missing-out-on-potential-gains-from-connected-car-data-says-fleet

Traffic Commissioner refuses to return impounded vehicle

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/08/02/traffic-commissioner-refuses-to-return-impounded-vehicle

Aston Barclay appointed remarketing partner by Hatfields Group

Hatfields Group, one of the oldest Jaguar dealerships in the world, has chosen the Aston Barclay Group to shape its new remarketing strategy.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/02/aston-barclay-appointed-remarketing-partner-by-hatfield-group

Revisit VED changes to encourage lower CO2 fleet buying, says Meridian

The medium-term rental specialist says that the new regime creates too many anomalies when it came to low emissions.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/02/ved-changes-should-be-looked-at-again-to-encourage-lower-co2-fleet-buying-says-meridian

Transport safety organisation asks Government to consider safety in air quality moves

The Parliamentary Advisory Council for Transport Safety (PACTS) has urged the Government not to overlook safety needs in its rush to improve air quality.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/01/the-parliamentary-advisory-council-for-transport-safety-warns-gov-of-safety-needs

84% of Brits would choose to drive their own car home over public transport, says LeasePlan UK

Research from LeasePlan UK has revealed that 84% of Brits would choose to drive their own car home after work compared to less than 1% who would take the tube.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/01/84-of-brits-would-chose-their-own-car-over-public-transport-claims-leaseplan-uk

Total Motion launches drivers' app

Total Motion has launched a new drivers’ app aimed at ensuring businesses are compliant with the law, as well as reducing costs and keeping employees safe.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/08/01/total-motion-launches-drivers-app

Vauxhall sale to PSA Group finalised

The sale of Opel and Vauxhall by General Motors to PSA Group has been finalised.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/01/vauxhall-sale-to-groupe-psa-finalised

Strong used prices may take a hit from Q4 de-fleet activity

Average used car prices remain strong but quarter four de-fleet activity might put pressure on values.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/08/01/strong-used-prices-may-take-a-hit-from-q4-de-fleet-activity

UK insurers concerned over grey area between ‘assisted’ and ‘automated’ driving systems

The risk of 'autonomous ambiguity' over the differences between 'assisted' and 'automated' driver systems could lead to a short-term increase in collisions.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/08/01/uk-insurers-concerned-over-grey-area-between-assisted-and-automated-driving-systems

Citroën reveals prices, specs and CO2 emissions for C3 Aircross

Citroën has announced the pricing for its new C3 Aircross Compact SUV, which goes on sale November 1.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/08/01/citroen-reveals-prices-specs-and-co2-emissions-for-c3-aircross

Fleets face 90% hike in charges under road pricing scheme, Conservatives claim

Fleet operators could face a 90% increase in the cost of driving on London’s roads under plans put forward by the Mayor of London, a new report suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news http://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/08/01/fleets-face-90-hike-in-charges-under-road-pricing-scheme