Halfords renews 50-strong struck fleet with Volvo

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/29/halfords-signs-50-truck-fleet-deal-with-volvo

DVSA appoints IT specialist as non-executive director

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/29/dvsa-appoints-it-specialist-as-non-executive-director

Mandata transport management software delivers 50% in efficiency savings, says J Priestley Transport

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/29/mandata-transport-management-software-delivers-50-in-efficiency-savings

Fraikin gains 90% share of Scotch Frost's 60-strong fleet with new contract hire agreement

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/11/29/fraikin-gains-90-share-of-scotch-frost-fleet-of-60-with-new-contract-hire-agreement

Allianz calls for new law to protect roadside recovery technicians

Allianz Worldwide Partners UK is urging the motor industry to sign a petition to introduce new rules to increase safety for roadside recovery technicians.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/29/allianz-calls-for-new-law-to-protect-roadside-recovery-technicians

Ancaster Group renews remarketing deal with BCA

Ancaster Group, the South East-based dealer group, has renewed its deal with BCA to remarket its non-retail used vehicles for a further two years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/29/ancaster-group-renews-remarketing-deal-with-bca

UK drivers admit higher speeding fines won’t convince them to slow down

Just over 60% of UK drivers have admitted they will continue to speed, even if that means paying the higher level fines introduced earlier this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/29/uk-drivers-admit-higher-speeding-fines-won-t-convince-them-to-slow-down

Chargemaster to roll out 150 electric vehicle charge points in Lancashire

Chargemaster will start rolling out a network of 150 public electric vehicle charging points in Lancashire early next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/29/chargemaster-to-roll-out-150-electric-vehicle-charge-points-in-lancashire

Campaign for Better Transport chief warns of dangers of setting different standards

Devolution will have as big an impact on the automotive industry and transport as Brexit because of the change in travel behaviour it will produce.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/30/campaign-for-better-transport-chief-warns-of-dangers-of-setting-different-standards

Deliveroo riders ‘self-employed’ due to flexibility of the job

Case demonstrates the need for clarity over employment law, say tax advisers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/30/deliveroo-riders-self-employed-due-to-flexibility-of-the-job

Fleet industry ends the year with a positive outlook, says BVRLA

Industry positive, despite an increasingly hostile tax regime, and uncertainty surrounding Brexit, diesel vehicles, terrorism and the regulatory environment.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/30/fleet-industry-ends-the-year-with-a-positive-outlook-says-bvrla

2017 Commercial Fleet Awards: the results

Commercial Fleet Awards 2017 finalists and winners.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/29/2017-commercial-fleet-awards-the-results

APC Overnight records 31% growth in profits to £3 million

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/30/apc-overnight-records-31-growth-in-profits-to-3-million

Jacky Perrenot targets 1,000 natural gas vehicles by 2020 following Iveco order

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/30/jacky-perrenot-targets-1-000-natural-gas-vehicles-by-2020-following-iveco-order

Driver behaviour specialist Lightfoot becomes FORS associate member

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/30/lightfoot-becomes-fors-associate-member

Infiniti unveils 2018 QX50 with world-first engine technology

Infiniti has revealed details of its all-new QX50 SUV which makes a debut at the 2017 Los Angeles Auto Show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/30/infiniti-unveils-2018-qx50-with-world-first-engine-technology

Thatcham Research commends manufacturers for latest Euro NCAP performance

The month’s second set of Euro NCAP crash testing results have been released, with all eight vehicles achieving five-star ratings.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/30/thatcham-research-commends-manufacturers-for-latest-euro-ncap-performance

Nissan North America implements Chevin FleetWave software

Nissan North America announced the implementation of web-based, enterprise-level software, FleetWave.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/29/nissan-north-america-implements-chevin-fleetwave-software

Sunderland named UK's capital for drink- and drug-driving convictions

Sunderland has the highest rate of drivers with drink- or drug-driving convictions on their car insurance policies, according to MoneySuperMarket.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/30/sunderland-has-uk-s-highest-rate-of-drink-and-drug-driving-convictions

Toyota will roll-out updated Safety Sense package in 2018

Toyota is introducing the second generation Toyota Safety Sense with an upgraded Pre Collision System (PCS) function and new Lane Tracing Assist (LTA).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/30/toyota-will-roll-out-updated-safety-sense-package-in-2018

Cartwright Fleet Services buys Kerr and Smith

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/30/cartwright-fleet-services-buys-kerr-and-smith

Truck driver sentenced to prison for breaching drivers’ hours rules

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/30/truck-driver-sentenced-to-prison-for-breaching-drivers-hours-rules

RAC urges motorists to slow down after patrol van struck

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/30/rac-urges-motorists-to-slow-down-after-patrol-van-struck

Fleets urged to help Highways England achieve road safety goals - Fleet200 industry speaker

Highways England wants to work with fleet operators, particularly Fleet200 members, to try to prevent death and serious injuries in road traffic collisions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/fleets-urged-to-help-highways-england-achieve-road-safety-goals-fleet200-industry-speaker

Electric and hybirds still not a viable alternative to diesel say fleet managers - Fleet200 roundtable discussion

With air quality high on the political agenda, both at a local and national level, fleet operators discussed the pros and cons of diesel and alternative fuels.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/electric-and-hybirds-still-not-a-viable-alternative-to-diesel-say-fleet-managers-fleet200-roundtable-discussion

Fleets face multiple challenges in ensuring an effective corporate road safety culture - Fleet200 roundtable discussion

Fleet200 members are facing a range of road risk management challenges from getting driver, management and union buy-in to ensuring that sub-contractors adopt the same road safety standards.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/fleets-face-multiple-challenges-in-ensuring-an-effective-corporate-road-safety-culture-fleet200-roundtable-discussion

Still time to enter the Fleet News Awards

Fleet decision-makers are being urged to submit their entries to the Fleet News Awards before next Friday, December 8.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/still-time-to-enter-the-fleet-news-awards

An appeal from Fleet News editor Stephen Briers to the Fleet200

As mentioned at the last Fleet200 meeting, I would like to get your views on fleet benchmarking/comparison insights.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/an-appeal-by-fleet-news-editor-stephen-briers-to-the-fleet200

Fleet managers divided on benefits of telematics - Fleet200 roundtable discussion

Telematics was a divisive subject among fleet managers in the November 2017 Fleet200 Executive Club meeting.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/fleet-managers-divided-on-benefits-of-telematics-fleet200-roundtable-discussion

Driver education and creating a safety culture top list of biggest challenges for fleets in 2018 - Fleet200 roundtable debate

Fleets felt that one of their biggest challenges was to improve safety. The two biggest issues were educating drivers and creating a culture within the company that promotes safety and gets buy-in at board level.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/what-are-the-biggest-challenges-fleets-face-in-2018-fleet200-roundtable-debate

Telematics data reduced collisions and speeding incidents, and helped win boardroom support - Fleet200 case study

Wates Group has moved away from using spreadsheets and is instead embracing the digital approach to running effective fleets, thanks to a new direction from group fleet manager, Ted Sakyi.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/telematics-data-reduced-collisions-and-speeding-incidents-and-helped-win-boardroom-support-fleet200-case-study

Company cars 'better value' for staff than car allowance - Fleet200 roundtable discussion

Fleet operators discussed the various funding methods available for vehicle procurement, including contract hire, rental and outright purchase.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/company-cars-better-value-for-staff-than-car-allowance-fleet200-roundtable-discussion

Fleets can play a greater part in preventing collisions - Fleet200 industry speaker

Crashes can occur for a variety of reasons but many of the contributing factors that affect the severity of an incident can be managed by an employer or fleet manager.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/fleet200-news/2017/11/29/fleets-can-play-a-greater-part-in-preventing-collisions-fleet200-industry-speaker

MAN Truck and Bus delivers ‘UK first’ curtain side TGE to Duncan Reeds

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/29/man-truck-and-bus-delivers-uk-first-curtain-side-tge-to-duncan-reeds

Autumn Budget tax changes deters drivers from diesel, says CLM

Drivers are less likely to buy or choose a diesel as their next car following tax changes in the Autumn Budget Statement, according to new research from CLM

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/29/autumn-budget-tax-changes-deters-drivers-from-diesel-says-clm

ADP launches ‘live’ business driver satisfaction tracker

APD Global Research has launched a ‘live’ tracker on business driver satisfaction which includes franchise dealers and independent service networks.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/29/adp-launches-live-business-driver-satisfaction-tracker

3,200 of UK drivers disqualified in first year of driving, study reveals

Approximately 3,200 of newly-passed UK drivers are disqualified in their first year of driving, study reveals.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/29/3-200-of-newly-passed-uk-drivers-disqualified-in-first-year-study-reveals

Shell launches NOx-reducing diesel alternative

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/29/shell-launches-nox-reducing-diesel-alternative

Used values slide by 2% in November, reports Cap HPI

Slowing retail demand and an increase in wholesale stock availability pushed used car values down by 2% in November, at three years 60,000 miles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/29/used-values-slide-by-2-in-november-reports-cap-hpi

ACFO pledges to fight Government’s budget company car ‘tax attack’

ACFO has urged the Chancellor to focus on removing old, polluting diesel vehicles from the UK’s roads, rather than targeting new company cars.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/29/acfo-pledges-to-fight-government-s-budget-company-car-tax-attack

SMMT calls for faster progress in agreeing Brexit transition period

The Government has been urged not to undermine the UK automotive industry’s hard won competitiveness due to slow progress on Brexit.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/27/smmt-calls-for-faster-progress-in-agreeing-brexit-transition-period

Volvo Contract Hire moves fleet and retail business to Santander Consumer Finance

Volvo Contract Hire has moved its Volvo Car Financial Services branded business and personal contract hire products to Santander Consumer Finance.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/28/volvo-contract-hire-moves-to-santander-consumer-finance

BT Fleet Solutions opens Cardiff-based HGV garage

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/28/fleet-solutions-opens-cardiff-based-hgv-garage

Mercedes-Benz hosts first graduation ceremony for sales trainees

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/28/mercedes-benz-hosts-first-graduation-ceremony-for-sales-trainees

CMG reduces driver infringements with TruTac

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/28/cmg-reduces-driver-infringements-with-trutac

Concept Group adds five Volkswagen Caddy vans to fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/28/concept-group-adds-five-volkswagen-caddy-vans-to-fleet

Government ready to listen as fears grow over impact of clean air zones

Vicky Edmonds, director of environmental strategy at the Department for Transport (DfT), insists the Government is in listening mode.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/government-ready-to-listen-as-fears-grow-over-impact-of-clean-air-zones

Experts explore autonomous EV ride-sharing service worth £3.5bn

The Merge Greenwich project, led by global taxi giant Addison Lee, predicts that one-in-three car journeys in London could be replaced by autonomous electric vehicle ride-sharing services within a decade.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/experts-explore-autonomous-ev-ride-sharing-service-worth-35bn

Carmakers brand European CO2 reduction targets as ‘aggressive’

Proposed rules to cut emissions by 30% with an interim target of 15% by 2025.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/27/carmakers-brand-european-co2-reduction-targets-as-aggressive

RAM Tracking rewarded for customer service

RAM Tracking has been awarded the highest ‘Gold’ level accreditation for customer excellence by Investor in Customers (IIC) - for a third time.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/ram-tracking-rewarded-for-customer-service

Autoglass and Belron grow partnership with QBE Insurance

Autoglass and QBE Insurance have announced an expanded three-year partnership.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/autoglass-and-belron-grow-partnership-with-qbe-insurance

Edwin Coe launches group action for compensation against fraudulent truck cartel

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/27/edwin-coe-launches-group-action-against-fraudulent-truck-cartel

Hexagon Leasing offers 7.2 tonne Iveco Daily Box Tail Lift vehicle

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/27/hexagon-leasing-offers-72-tonne-iveco-daily-box-tail-lift-vehicle

Wilsons Auctions expands with acquisition of Newport Auctions

Wilsons Auctions has announced it is expanding its business with the purchase of Newport Auctions in South Wales.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/27/wilsons-auctions-expands-with-acquisition-of-newport-auctions

Shell partners with carmakers to deploy ultra-fast EV chargers on highways

Royal Dutch Shell has partnered with top carmakers to deploy ultra-fast chargers on Europe’s highways.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/shell-partners-with-carmakers-to-deploy-ultra-fast-ev-chargers-on-highways

Siemens wins Transport for London Supplier of the Year award

Siemens has been recognised by Transport for London (TfL) as its Supplier of the Year in the organisation’s inaugural supplier awards.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/transport-for-london-reveals-winners-of-its-first-supplier-awards

UK courier firms hire 52% more lorries and vans just for Black Friday

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/22/uk-courier-firms-hire-52-more-lorries-and-vans-just-for-black-friday

Orange vans worth 6.8% more than white equivalents on used market

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/27/orange-vans-worth-68-more-than-white-equivalent-on-used-market

Inflexion invests £150m in Radius Payment Solutions

A £150 million investment in fuel card company Radius Payments Solutions has been agreed by Inflexion, valuing the company at £800m.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/inflexion-invests-150m-in-radius-payment-solutions

UK can’t handle acceleration of electric vehicle numbers, says Moneybarn

Analysis from Moneybarn, shows UK infrastructure might be unable to support the growing number of electric vehicles on the road.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/27/uk-can-t-handle-acceleration-of-electric-vehicle-numbers-says-moneybarn

2,000th trade buyer milestone passed by epyx’s disposal platform

The number of trade buyers using epyx’s 1link Disposal Network platform has passed 2,000 for the first time.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/27/2-000th-trade-buyer-milestone-passed-by-epyx-s-disposal-platform

Howden Joinery fined £1.2m after driver fatally crushed

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/27/national-kitchen-supplier-fined-after-driver-fatally-crushed

HMRC announces December changes to advisory fuel rates

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

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/27/hmrc-announces-december-changes-to-advisory-fuel-rates

Thinking CAP: November 23 - How dealerships attract attention and Skoda test drives

Martin Ward, manufacturer relationships manager at Cap HPI talks how dealerships attract attention and test driving Skoda's in the Palermo mountains.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/20/thinking-cap-november-23-how-dealerships-attract-attention-and-skoda-test-drives

Bank of Ireland UK completes acquisition of Marshall Leasing

Bank of Ireland UK has completed its acquisition of Marshall Leasing from Marshall Motor Holdings after receiving regulatory approval.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/24/bank-of-ireland-uk-completes-acquisition-of-marshall-leasing

Nearly half of businesses confused by Government's 2040 petrol and diesel ban

Nearly half (48%) of businesses who employ drivers are confused by the Government’s plans to stop the sale of new conventionally-powered cars from 2040.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/22/nearly-half-of-businesses-confused-by-government-s-2040-deadline-for-switch-to-plug-in-vehicles

Used plug-in vehicle volumes double at Aston Barclay

Aston Barclay has seen volume of used hybrid and electric vehicles going through its auctions double in just over a 12 month period.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/used-plug-in-vehicle-activity-doubles-at-aston-barclay

KeyFleet signs three-year fleet contract with FMG

KeyFleet, the the Preston-based vehicle leasing and fleet management specialist, has signed a three-year deal with FMG to provide incident management services.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/keyfleet-signs-three-year-fleet-contract-with-fmg

Vanarama launches artificial intelligence feature to aid vehicle selection

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/22/vanarama-launches-artificial-intelligence-feature-to-aid-vehicle-selection

GEM calls for drivers to take personal responsibility for road safety

Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist wants to see personal responsibility at the top of this week’s casualty reduction agenda.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/article/2017/11/22/gem-calls-for-drivers-to-take-personal-responsibility-for-road-safety

Greenhous invests in National Fleet Centre to fuel growth

Greenhous has invested an undisclosed sum in its National Fleet Centre in Shropshire to help fuel its growth ambitions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/greenhous-opens-national-fleet-centre-to-fuel-growth

Lightfoot launches Driver Perks reward service

Lightfoot has launched a new rewards system called Driver Perks that gives drivers access to benefits for being safe and efficient.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/22/lightfoot-launches-driver-perks-reward-service

Chevin sees demand increase for mobility software features

Chevin, the fleet software specialist, has seen a significant increase in requests from existing customers, tenders and enquiries for mobility related features.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/chevin-sees-trend-for-mobility-features-increasing

Lincolnshire Police expands rural crime unit in 10 car fleet deal

Lincolnshire Police have taken on 10 Ford Kugas modified and supplied by Cartwright Conversions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/22/lincolnshire-police-expand-rural-crime-unit-in-10-car-fleet-deal

Star appoints Selsia to manage accident and bodywork repairs

Star, a healthcare outsourcing company, has appointed Selsia to centrally manage its accident and bodywork repairs for its fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/star-appoints-selsia-to-manage-accident-and-bodywork-repairs

Spark EV launches electric vehicle journey planner

Spark EV has launched a new artificial intelligence-based journey planner aimed at fleets switching to electric vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/22/spark-ev-launches-electric-vehicle-journey-planning-tech

Sofico’s Miles platform upgraded with cloud technology

Sofico has upgraded its Miles management software with a next generation services platform, built upon cloud technology.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/23/sofico-s-miles-platform-upgraded-with-cloud-technology

Europcar appoints Denis Langlois as HR director

Europcar Group has announced the appointment of Denis Langlois as group human resources director.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/23/europcar-appoints-denis-langlois-as-new-hr-director

Kwik Fit participates in Road Safety Week event

Kwik Fit is taking part in Brake’s road safety event, Speed Down Save Lives, for Road Safety Week during November 20-26.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/23/kwik-fit-participates-in-road-safety-week-event

2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class interior revealed

Mercedes-Benz has revealed the interior of the new A-Class, which will launch in 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/23/2018-mercedes-benz-a-class-interior-revealed

Consultation opens on new HGV Safety Permit as part of the Mayor’s Direct Vision Standard

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/23/consultation-opens-on-new-hgv-safety-permit-as-part-of-the-mayor-s-direct-vision-standard

True Fleet registrations show continued downward trend

Britain’s True Fleet Market remained in a slump during October, representing the seventh consecutive month of decline.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/23/true-fleet-registrations-show-continued-downward-trend

Operators use TruAnalysis for Earned Recognition pilot

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/23/operators-use-truanalysis-for-earned-recognition-pilot

Owens Group takes on 50 Renault Trafics

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/21/owens-group-takes-on-50-renault-trafics

CoolKit expands range with 3.5t box van

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/22/coolkit-expands-range-with-35t-box-van

Forest Freight invests in delivery app to help future-proof the company

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/22/forest-freight-invests-in-driver-communication-app-technology

TruckEast Scania technician wins golden spanner award

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/22/scania-technician-wins-golden-spanner-award

Poor eyesight behind 3,000 road casualties a year, says Brake

Brake estimates that poor eyesight is linked with approximately 3,000 casualties a year and 1.8 million drivers have vision below the minimum standard.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/21/poor-eyesight-behind-3-000-road-casualties-a-year-says-brake

FAB Recycling gets £500k investment and becomes plug-in car recycling specialist

FAB Recycling has been given a £500,000 cash injection by its parent company Motorhog and has become a plug-in vehicle recycling specialist.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/22/fab-recycling-gets-500k-investment-and-becomes-plug-in-car-recycling-specialist

Drywash launches nanotechnology to help cut diesel emissions

Drywash Europe, the UK based nanotechnology fuel company, has launched a nanotechnology product it says can help reduce diesel CO2 emissions by up to 10%.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/22/drywash-europe-launches-diesel-emissions-cutting-nanotechnology

Budget: BVRLA welcomes clarity on diesel taxation

The budget delivered some much-needed clarity on diesel taxation while providing vital extra support for electric and autonomous vehicles, says the BVRLA.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-bvrla-welcomes-clarity-on-diesel-taxation

Budget: Diesel company car tax increase ‘grossly unfair’, says ACFO

ACFO believes that virtually every diesel company car will be hit with the increase in BIK announced in the budget.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-diesel-company-car-tax-increase-grossly-unfair-says-acfo

Budget: Fuel duty freeze is a ‘missed opportunity’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/22/budget-fuel-duty-freeze-is-a-missed-opportunity

Budget: measures announced will have little impact on diesel used values, says Cap HPI

Cap HPI says that changes to VED will equate to increases of around £20 for the first year and will have little impact on diesel registrations and values.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-measures-announced-will-have-little-impact-on-diesel-used-values-says-cap-hpi

Budget: TRL says autonomous and electric vehicles will form the backbone of mobility

Measures announced in the budget will help bring fully-driverless cars a significant step closer, says TRL.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-trl-says-autonomous-and-electric-vehicles-will-form-the-backbone-of-mobility

Budget: Mixed bag from chancellor, says Nexus Vehicle Rental

Nexus says that from a fleet and business motoring perspective, after months of uncertainty, today’s budget has been a mixed bag of news for business.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-mixed-bag-from-chancellor-says-nexus-vehicle-rental

Budget: Zenith happy with ‘clear direction of travel’

Zenith welcomes clarification from the Chancellor which they say will help the fleet industry plan with more confidence

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-zenith-happy-with-clear-direction-of-travel

Budget: Franchised dealers welcome EV announcement

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) says measures announced to increase the adoption of EVs are crucial to Government targets.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-franchised-dealers-welcome-ev-announcement

Budget: Diesel targeted by Chancellor but there is support for electric vehicles

Fuel duty has been frozen yet again, but diesel company car drivers and fleet operators will have to dig a little bit deeper from April 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-diesel-targeted-by-chancellor-but-there-is-support-for-electric-vehicles

Budget: DRIVEN project supports measures on autonomous vehicles

DRIVEN says support demonstrates that the government continues to be serious about ensuring the UK is an "amazing" place to develop autonomous vehicle technology.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-driven-project-supports-measures-on-autonomous-vehicles

Budget: Chargemaster welcomes EV support

Chargemaster says package of support announced by the Chancellor in the Budget is good news for the EV sector.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-chargemaster-welcomes-ev-support

Budget: ESP Group welcomes support for driverless cars

Question marks remain over how self-driving cars and fully autonomous vehicles can integrate into existing transport systems.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-esp-group-welcomes-support-for-driverless-cars

Budget: Greenpeace reacts to VED and EV announcement

All new diesel cars should be subject to an £800 increase in VED, says Greenpeace.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/22/budget-greenpeace-reacts-to-ved-and-ev-announcement

Volkswagen drops price of Amarok pick-up with addition of manual gearbox

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2017/11/21/volkswagen-drops-price-of-amarok-pick-up-with-manual-gearbox

Mercedes-Benz to offer electric versions of all vans

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/21/mercedes-benz-to-offer-electric-versions-of-all-vans

Jeep reveals pricing for new Compass

The new Jeep Compass will be priced from £22,995 when it goes on sale in the UK in February 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/21/jeep-compass-priced-from-22-995

Safety advice offered to drivers over a lunchtime cuppa

The TTC Group, a road safety pioneer with more than 20 years’ experience, wants to put their trainers into the works canteen or restaurant to raise awareness.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/safety-advice-offered-to-drivers-over-a-lunchtime-cuppa

IVS signs first major UK deal with City Auction Group

A new deal with City Auction Group is the first major piece of business to be completed by International Vehicle Solutions – Cars Recon’s new UK company.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/ivs-signs-first-major-uk-deal-with-city-auction-group

IAM RoadSmart backs calls for £220m investment on high risk roads

IAM RoadSmart backs a campaign by the Road Safety Foundation for the Government to inject £220 million in improving high risk ‘A’ roads across the country.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/iam-roadsmart-backs-calls-for-220m-investment-on-high-risk-roads

Allianz launches new SME-focused insurance product

Complete Mini Fleet is provides insurance cover for companies operating small fleets of between three and eight vehicles, or up to 15 vehicles at renewal.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/22/allianz-launches-new-sme-focused-insurance-product

Budget should include distance-based lorry charging, says Campaign for Better Transport

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/22/budget-should-include-distance-based-lorry-charging-says-campaign-for-better-transport

Record rentals for Nexus ahead of Christmas rush

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/22/record-rentals-for-nexus-ahead-of-christmas-rush

Electric vehicle education urgently needed, says CLM

Drivers require extensive education on the various electric and hybrid powered vehicles on the market before sales will start to accelerate, says CLM.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/21/electric-vehicle-education-urgently-needed-says-clm

Nottingham awards Go Ultra Low City charging infrastructure contract to Chargemaster

Chargemaster has won a contract to install and operate charging points in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and Derby over the next three years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/21/nottingham-awards-go-ultra-low-city-charging-infrastructure-contract-to-chargemaster

Jo Ewen to lead new business activities at Alphabet

Ewen has joined the company in a newly-created role as general manager for new business direct sales.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/21/jo-ewen-to-lead-new-business-activities-at-alphabet

Scrappage schemes will get us nowhere, warns RAC Foundation

Scrappage schemes will not get us any further in the fight against pollutants, RAC Foundation research suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/21/scrappage-schemes-will-get-us-nowhere-warns-rac

Addison Lee makes ‘third multi-million UK property investment’ in 12 months

Addison Lee Group has announced its relocation to central London offices, marking its third UK property investment in 12 months.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/21/addison-lee-makes-third-multi-million-uk-property-investment-in-12-months

Budget should close second-engine £126m tax loophole, Dearman CEO urges Chancellor

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/21/budget-should-close-second-engine-126m-tax-loophole-dearman-ceo-urges-chancellor

Independent Motor Auctions expands fleet with three new vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/21/independent-motor-auctions-expands-fleet-with-three-new-vehicles

FTA: Insolvency figures underline need for fuel duty cut in the budget

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/21/fta-insolvency-figures-underline-need-for-fuel-duty-cut-in-the-budget

Two year transport ban for scaffolder who posed serious risk to road safety

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/21/two-year-transport-ban-for-scaffolder-who-posed-serious-risk-to-road-safety

Pendragon launches rebrand of salary sacrifice scheme

Pendragon Vehicle Management has revealed Pendragon Let’s Drive as the new name for its employee car benefit scheme, replacing the SimplyDriveIt brand.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/21/pendragon-launches-rebrand-of-salary-sacrifice-scheme

Avis Budget UK buys ACL Hire

Avis Budget UK customers in Scotland will now be able to enjoy an increase in van accessibility, thanks to the acquisition of ACL Hire.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/21/avis-budget-uk-buys-acl-hire

Volvo to supply autonomous cars to Uber

Volvo has signed a framework agreement with Uber to sell tens of thousands of autonomous driving-compatible base vehicles between 2019 and 2021.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/21/volvo-to-supply-autonomous-cars-to-uber

Chancellor considers hike in diesel duty

The Chancellor is thought to be considering a 1 pence per litre (ppl) hike in diesel duty, while cutting petrol duty by the same amount, in tomorrow’s budget.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/21/chancellor-considers-hike-in-diesel-duty

UK Power Network delivers safety programme to thousands of drivers

UK Power Network’s ‘drive to arrive’ safety scheme has been reiterated to drivers during Road Safety Week.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/20/uk-power-network-delivers-safety-programme-to-thousands-of-drivers

Pendragon Vehicle Management rebrands employee new car benefit scheme

Pendragon Vehicle Management has rebranded its new car benefit scheme as Pendragon Let's Drive, replacing the SimplyDriveIt brand.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/20/pendragon-vehicle-management-rebrands-employee-new-car-benefit-scheme

Delivery drivers should perform regular walk-around checks before Black Friday, urge DVSA

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/20/drivers-should-perform-walk-around-checks-before-black-friday-urge-dvsa

Insurance company to trial ‘fag-packet approach’ speed limit signs

In a bid to deter speeding, More Than (MORE TH>N) is hoping to trial ‘fag-packet’ style images of car crashes on UK speed limit signs.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/20/insurance-company-to-trial-fag-packet-approach-to-speed-limit-signs

Driverless cars will be on UK roads by 2021, says Chancellor

Driverless cars could be on UK roads within four years under Government plans to invest in the sector.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/20/driverless-cars-will-be-on-uk-roads-by-2021-says-chancellor

Road collisions account for one in five trauma admissions in hospitals

One in five (20%) patients admitted to trauma centres were involved in road crashes in 2016 according to new figures obtained by Brake.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/20/road-collisions-account-for-one-in-five-trauma-admissions-in-hospitals

Free leadership workshop for female fleet professionals

Deloitte is holding a free-to-attend leadership workshop for women in the automotive industry this Thursday (November 23) at the company’s Milton Keynes office.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/20/free-leadership-workshop-for-female-fleet-professionals

Renault launches Trafic SpaceClass shuttle: prices and specifications

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/20/renault-launches-trafic-spaceclass-shuttle-prices-and-specifications

Tesla unveils electric Semi truck with 500-mile range

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/20/tesla-unveils-electric-semi-truck

Seven perks of entering the Fleet News Awards that you didn’t know

Fleet News reveals seven perks of entering its prestigious awards in March 2018 that you probably didn’t know about.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/17/six-perks-of-entering-the-fleet-news-awards-that-you-didn-t-know

UK's largest on-road trials of connected and autonomous vehicles begins in Coventry

The UK's largest on-road trials of connected and autonomous vehicles have begun in central Coventry.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/17/autonomous-and-connected-vehicle-technology-trials-commence-on-coventry-roads

Mercedes-Benz begins staggered Vito delivery to Glen Dimplex

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/17/mercedes-benz-begins-staggered-vito-delivery-to-glen-dimplex

Islington Council to introduce £2 parking surcharge for all diesel vehicles

Islington Council has gone a step further than the Mayor of London by proposing slapping all diesel cars – including Euro 6 diesels and diesel hybrids – with a £2 per hour visitor parking surcharge from early next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/17/islington-council-to-introduce-2-parking-surcharge-for-all-diesel-vehicles

Volvo adds petrol engines to S90 and V90 car ranges

Volvo has launched new petrol-engined versions of its S90 and V90 ranges.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/17/volvo-adds-petrol-engines-to-s90-and-v90-car-ranges

Skoda Superb and Mercedes-Benz C-Class take top honour at ACFO Awards

Skoda and Licence Bureau were the new company names on the winners’ rostrum at the 34th ACFO Awards last night.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/17/skoda-superb-and-mercedes-benz-c-class-take-top-honour-at-acfo-awards

Fleet operators' association ACFO elects Julie Summerell as first regional chairman

Julie Summerell has been elected ACFO’s first regional chairman following the restructuring of the fleet decision-makers’ organisation.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/17/fleet-operators-association-acfo-elects-julie-summerell-as-first-regional-chairman

SGFleet extends SMR contract with Fleet Assist to 2021

Fleet Assist has won an extension to its contract with SGFleet, which is an expansion of the arrangement previously enjoyed by the company’s long-time customer Fleet Hire.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/17/sgfleet-extends-smr-contract-with-fleet-assist-to-2021-1

‘Do not use hard shoulder to undertake our gritters’, urges Highways England

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/16/do-not-use-hard-shoulder-to-undertake-our-gritters-urges-highways-england

Zenith appoints Martin Jenkins as group business development and strategy director

Zenith has announced the appointment of Martin Jenkins as group business development and strategy director with effect from January 1, 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/16/zenith-appoints-martin-jenkins-as-group-business-development-and-strategy-director

JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions welcomes James Mackintosh as regional sales manager

JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions (VLS) has welcomed James Mackintosh as regional sales manager covering the North East of England and Scotland.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/16/jct600-vehicle-leasing-solutions-welcomes-james-mackintosh-as-regional-sales-manager

31% of UK motorists would drive away after a collision, research reveals

A third of drivers (31%) within the UK would drive away if they were caught up in a driving incident, new research has revealed.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/16/31-of-uk-motorists-would-drive-away-after-a-collision-research-reveals

Petrol body calls for ‘more carrot, less stick’ to install charge points

The Government has been told that fuel retailers should not be forced to install electric vehicle (EV) charge points without some sort of subsidy.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/16/petrol-body-calls-for-more-carrot-less-stick-to-install-charge-points

Operation Stack options set out as decision to build lorry area at Stanford West is withdrawn

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/16/operation-stack-options-set-out-as-government-withdraws-decision-to-build-lorry-area-at-stanford-west

Self-driving cars enter stage two of the Move UK three-year trial

Move UK, comprising Bosch, TRL, Jaguar Land Rover, The Floow, Direct Line Group and the Royal Borough of Greenwich, is conducting a three-year autonomous trial.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/16/self-driving-cars-enter-stage-two-of-the-move-uk-three-year-trial

Values of ex-fleet and lease LCVs rise 3.9% to record level at BCA in October

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/16/values-of-ex-fleet-and-lease-lcvs-rise-39-to-record-level-at-bca-in-october

VW Group court hearing announced over cars fitted with defeat devices

VW Emissions Action has announced that the next hearing will be heard at the Royal Courts of Justice on Monday, November 27.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/16/vw-group-court-hearing-announced-over-cars-fitted-with-defeat-devices

Hydrogen has the potential to significantly cut CO2 transport emissions

The Hydrogen Council sees the potential for hydrogen to power about 10 to 15 million cars and 500,000 trucks by 2030,

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/16/hydrogen-has-the-potential-to-significantly-cut-co2-transport-emissions

Poultry firm’s transport licence suspended for illegal operations

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/16/poultry-firm-s-transport-licence-suspended-for-illegal-operations

Direct vision standards for trucks demanded by European Parliament

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/16/direct-vision-standards-for-trucks-demanded-by-european-parliament

ALD Automotive among Fleet Hero Award winners

ALD Automotive has had its contribution to reducing fleet emissions endorsed by winning two Energy Saving Trust Awards.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/16/ald-automotive-among-fleet-hero-award-winners

Fleets offered grants of up to £25,000 by Nottingham City Council to go ‘green’

The Workplace Travel Service offers expert advice, fleet reviews and funding for employers looking to invest in lower emission transport.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/16/fleets-offered-grants-of-up-to-25-000-by-nottingham-city-council-to-go-green

ALD Automotive: drivers want training

Fleets could be missing out on key opportunities to help ensure the safety of their drivers and other road users, an ALD Automotive survey suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/16/drivers-wants-training-says-ald-automotive-fleet-survey

Thinking CAP: November 9 - Kia Stonic and Volkswagen T-Roc SUV launches

Martin Ward, manufacturer relationships manager at Cap HPI attends launches for the Kia Stonic and Volkswagen T-Roc SUV.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/thinking-cap-november-9-kia-stonic-and-volkswagen-t-roc-suv

Prestige Fleet Servicing upgrades Unity system

Prestige has added a number of new features, including a service authorisation capability by mobile phone, to its Unity operating system.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/prestige-fleet-servicing-upgrades-unity-system

Select Lifestyles ask Multifleet to run its whole fleet

Select Lifestyles has now decided to move its fleet across to Multifleet’s fully maintained contract hire solution.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/select-lifestyles-ask-multifleet-to-run-its-whole-fleet

Seat unveils Leon Cristobal - its 'safest car ever'

Seat has unveiled its Leon Cristobal - "the safest car in the history of the brand" - at the Smart City Expo World Congress in Barcelona.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/15/seat-unveils-leon-cristobal-its-safest-car-ever

Transport Committee launches new inquiry into Mobility as a Service

Inquiry to examine the transformative potential of an integrated, multi-mode MaaS app, and overcoming barriers to implementation in UK cities and regions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/transport-committee-launches-new-inquiry-into-mobility-as-a-service

Marshall Fleet Solutions adopts R2c Online software solution

Marshall Fleet Solutions has agreed a long-term contract with R2c Online to provide it with fleet and workshop management software.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/marshall-fleet-solutions-adopts-r2c-online-software-solution

ZF increases investment in autonomous vehicle camera technology

German technology company ZF is expanding production at its facility in Peterlee, County Durham, to address the growing demand for advanced camera systems that support automated driving.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/zf-increases-investment-in-autonomous-vehicle-camera-technolog

Collyer Bristow plans £100m compensation claim for UK truck users

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/15/collyer-bristow-plans-100m-compensation-claim-for-uk-truck-users

Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car reaches 50,000 miles with Green Tomato Cars

Private hire company Green Tomato Cars has clocked up 50,000 miles of fault-free service in its Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/toyota-mirai-hydrogen-fuel-cell-car-reaches-50-000-miles-with-green-tomato-cars

ALD Automotive launches pilot of parking app ALD Park

ALD Automotive, in collaboration with Austrian startup Parkbob, is rolling out the pilot phase of ALD Park, a digital parking app, in Austria.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/15/ald-automotive-launches-pilot-of-parking-app-ald-park

London Freight Enforcement Partnership seizes more than 200 vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/15/london-freight-enforcement-partnership-seizes-more-than-200-vehicles

Ian Thorn first winner of Lightfoot’s new Fleet Manager of the Week initiative

Ian Thorn of CEF is the first ever winner of Lightfoot’s new Fleet Manager of the Week initiative, sponsored by Activa Contracts.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/15/Ian-Thorn-first-winner-of-Lightfoot-s-new-Fleet-Manager-of-the-Week-initiative

European Parliament demands higher safety standards for new cars, vans and lorries

All new cars sold in Europe should be fitted with a range of life-saving technologies as standard, says the European Parliament.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/15/european-parliament-demands-higher-safety-standards-for-new-cars-vans-and-lorries

New sales director for Cap HPI

Automotive data expert Cap HPI has promoted John Dennis to the role of UK sales director.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/15/new-sales-director-for-cap-hpi

Freeway’s fleet maintenance software could save Agro ‘tens of thousands’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/14/freeway-s-fleet-maintenance-software-could-save-agro-tens-of-thousands

Lightfoot’s ‘Fitbit for cars and vans’ shortlisted for Design in Innovation Award

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/14/lightfoot-s-fitbit-for-cars-and-vans-shortlisted-for-design-in-innovation-award

SHB partners with Garia to offer fully-electric utility model

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/14/shb-partners-with-garia-to-offer-fully-electric-utility-model

Nexus delivers ‘double-digit’ growth for fourth consecutive year

Nexus Vehicle Rental has delivered double-digit growth in revenue and profit for the fourth consecutive year for the period ending September 30 2017.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/nexus-delivers-double-digit-growth-for-fourth-consecutive-year

Cash-strapped councils paying more than HMRC-approved mileage rate

Taxpayers’ Alliance rails against local authorities that pay their grey fleet drivers over the odds.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/cash-strapped-councils-paying-more-than-hmrc-approved-mileage-rate

Autoglass Specials becomes exclusive glass provider to TCR UK

Autoglass's specialist glazing team has signed a three-year national agreement with TCR UK, the UK's leading provider of ground support equipment, covering all major airports across the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/autoglass-specials-becomes-exclusive-glass-provider-to-tcr-uk

Stolen Porsche 911 worth £100,000 recovered by APU

The luxury sports car was recovered using a covert device after being stolen from a repair centre in Birmingham, amid increasing car thefts across the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/14/stolen-porsche-911-worth-100-000-recovered-by-apu

Scania appoints Kier to develop new UK headquarters

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/14/scania-appoints-kier-to-develop-new-uk-headquarters

RH Logistics adds three Mercedes-Benz Sprinter LCVs to fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/14/rh-logistics-adds-three-mercedes-benz-sprinter-lcvs-to-fleet

Fleet News Awards: Still time to enter the most prestigious awards in fleet

Fleet decision-makers, suppliers and manufacturers are being urged to submit their entries to the Fleet News Awards by Friday, November 15.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/fleet-news-awards-still-time-to-enter-the-most-prestigious-awards-in-fleet

Kia Stinger goes on sale in UK with CO2 from 147g/km

Kia's Stinger - the brand's first 'classic grand tourer' - has gone on sale in the UK, priced from £31,995 and with CO2 emissions from 147g/km.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/kia-stinger-goes-on-sale-in-uk-with-co2-from-147g/km

Traffic lights and speed restrictions aim to alleviate M62 congestion

Tests have begun this week on a pilot project designed to reduce congestion along the M62 near Warrington in Cheshire.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/traffic-lights-and-speed-restrictions-aim-to-alleviate-m62-congestion

Growing number of fleets choose a pick-up over a company van

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2017/11/14/growing-number-of-fleets-choose-a-pick-up-over-a-company-van

Vehicle history is number one factor for online trade buyers, survey shows

A comprehensive vehicle history is the number one factor for trade buyers when acquiring used cars and vans online, new research from Epyx shows.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/14/vehicle-history-is-number-one-factor-for-online-trade-buyers-survey-shows

Inchcape achieves distinction in ServiceMark customer service accreditation

Inchcape Fleet Solutions has announced that it has achieved the ServiceMark accreditation from the Institute of Customer Service with distinction.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/13/inchcape-achieves-distinction-in-servicemark-customer-service-accreditation

Trakm8 launches fully-online vehicle tracking solution

Trakm8 claims to have launched a UK first with its fully-online vehicle tracking solution which can be bought and installed without a salesperson.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/13/trakm8-launches-uk-first-fully-online-vehicle-tracking-solution

GEM opens applications for grants of up to £10,000

The GEM Road Safety Charity has opened applications for grants of up to £10,000 for road safety projects.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/gem-opens-applications-for-grants-of-up-to-10-000

Governments 2040 ban prompts IT firm to 'go electric'

IT firm, Taylor Made Computer Solutions, has revealed plans to transition to an all electric fleet starting next month with the delivery of six BMW i3s.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/it-firm-swaps-skoda-fleet-for-6-electric-bmws

Tusker CEO David Hosking wins two prestigious awards for salary sacrifice work

Tusker CEO David Hosking is celebrating winning two prestigious awards in one week following his work to clarify changes to car salary sacrifice schemes.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/13/tusker-ceo-david-hosking-wins-two-prestigious-awards

Škoda introduces new approach to fleet engagement with Škoda Live Tour

Business customers will now have access to Škoda’s virtual showroom to view new models in 360 degree high-res detail before they purchase.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/13/skoda-introduces-new-approach-to-fleet-engagement-with-skoda-live-tour

Dartford Crossing: motorists want longer to pay

A poll of 20,000 has revealed being given ‘more time to pay’ is the number one demand from motorists using the bridge and tunnels.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/dartford-crossing-motorists-want-longer-to-pay

Suzuki outsources company car management to BCA

Suzuki has appointed BCA Fleet Solutions to manage its company car services.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/suzuki-outsources-company-car-management-to-bca

Mitsubishi to launch Shogun Sport SUV in UK in spring 2018

Mitsubishi Motors has announced that the all-new Mitsubishi Shogun Sport will go on sale in the UK early in 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/13/mitsubishi-to-launch-shogun-sport-suv-in-uk-in-spring-2018

Mercedes-Benz targets fleet growth with new strategy

A fresh strategy aimed at winning a greater share of UK corporate registrations is being drawn up at Mercedes-Benz.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/mercedes-benz-targets-fleet-growth-with-new-strategy

Isuzu launches Huntsman accessory pack for D-Max pick-up truck

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/13/isuzu-launches-huntsman-accessory-pack-for-d-max-pick-up-truck

Uber loses appeal against workers’ rights

Uber has lost an appeal against an employment tribunal ruling that its drivers should be treated as workers rather than self-employed.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/uber-loses-appeal-against-workers-rights

Concern mounts that Government could target diesel vehicles in the Budget

Fleet industry calls for clarity around company car tax and impact of WLTP as Treasury examines measures to tackle air quality.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/13/concern-mounts-that-government-could-target-diesel-vehicles-in-the-budget

G-Force and Maxoptra partnership 'integral to customer financial benefits'

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/11/10/maxoptra-welcomes-g-force-to-its-partner-community

Radius expands into US market with new Boston-based office

Crewe-based Radius Payment Solutions has continued its growth plan with the opening of its first North American office in Boston.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/10/Radius-expands-into-US-market-with-new-Boston-based-office

Airmax Remote welcomes Daniel Faulkner as head of sales

Airmax Remote has welcomed its new head of sales, Daniel Faulkner, who will supervise product growth.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/10/airmax-remote-welcomes-daniel-faulkner-as-head-of-sales

Allianz Worldwide Partners to launch UK telematics service

Allianz Worldwide Partners is launching a portfolio of telematics-based services in the UK including crash alerts and vehicle unlocking.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/10/allianz-worldwide-partners-to-launch-uk-telematics-service

Drivers need access to emissions database to comply with clean air zones

The RAC is calling on the Government to develop a website that allows every driver to check a vehicle’s Euro emission standard by entering the vehicle's reg.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/10/drivers-need-access-to-emissions-database-to-comply-with-clean-air-zones

Alphabet warns fleets to educate drivers about new types of car crime

Fleet managers need to warn drivers about the sophisticated new ways thieves invent to steal drivers' identity data, personal belongings and vehicles, says Alphabet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/10/alphabet-warns-fleets-to-educate-drivers-about-new-types-of-car-crime

Flogas Britain makes FTA Logistics Awards shortlist

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/10/flogas-britain-makes-fta-logistics-awards-shortlist

Scania extends dedicated gas engine range

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/10/scania-extends-dedicated-gas-engine-range

LeasePlan launches electric vehicle pilot programme for fleets

LeasePlan Corporation will launch an electric vehicle pilot programme for corporate companies in the UK in December.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/10/leaseplan-launches-electric-vehicle-pilot-programme-for-fleets

ACEA reacts to European Commission’s post-2021 CO2 targets

The ACEA will work with its members to assess the European Commission’s second mobility package before continue to engage with the EU institutions on this dossier.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/10/acea-reacts-to-european-commission-s-post-2021-co2-targets

Three-year ban for haulier who deliberately misled DVSA

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/10/three-year-ban-for-haulier-who-deliberately-misled-dvsa

Illegal vehicle operations delay grant of transport licence until January 2018

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/10/illegal-vehicle-operations-delay-grant-of-transport-licence-until-january-2018

A third of VW Group cars with ‘defeat devices’ still not fixed

A third of the 1.2 million vehicles affected by the Volkswagen Group emissions scandal have yet to be fixed, more than two years on from the discovery of the scandal.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/09/a-third-of-vw-group-cars-with-defeat-devices-still-not-fixed

EV numbers will rise to 200,000 by the end of 2018, says Chargemaster

Chargemaster estimates there will be 200,000 plug-in cars on UK roads by the end of next year, up from the current figure of 120,000.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/09/ev-numbers-will-rise-to-200-000-by-the-end-of-2018-says-chargemaster

JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions appoints Gavin Cunjamalay as new regional sales manager

JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions (VLS) has appointed Gavin Cunjamalay as regional sales manager for the West Midlands.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2017/11/09/jct600-vehicle-leasing-solutions-appoints-new-regional-sales-manager

Traffic commissioners call for 'urgent' improvements to operators' brake testing

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/09/traffic-commissioners-call-for-commercial-vehicle-operators-to-make-urgent-improvements-to-brake-testing

Vauxhall/Opel to offer electrified versions of each car by 2024

All Vauxhall and Opel car ranges will be electrified by 2024, with battery or plug-in hybrid versions available alongside internal combustion engines.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/09/vauxhall/opel-to-offer-electrified-versions-of-each-car-by-2024

Pinnacle Group appoints Fleet Alliance to manage commercial fleet

Pinnacle Group has appointed Fleet Alliance to manage its 280-strong vehicle fleet, predominantly light commercial vehicles, on an outsourced basis.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/09/pinnacle-group-appoints-fleet-alliance-to-manage-commercial-fleet

WATCH: Video countdown of the 2017 FN50

Watch the video countdown of the 2017 FN50

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/08/watch-video-countdown-of-the-2017-fn50

Torus achieves Van Excellence accreditation on first attempt

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/08/torus-achieves-van-excellence-accreditation-on-first-attempt

51% of motorists will switch to public transport if it becomes affordable, Venson survey finds

Over half of UK motorists have said that public transport needs to be more affordable before they will use it, claims Venson Automotive.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/08/51-of-motorists-will-switch-to-public-transport-if-it-becomes-affordable-survey-finds

Portfolio Cars takes 30 Jaguar XF Sportbrakes for VIP Heathrow transfer service

Jaguar has supplied a fleet of 30 all-new XF Sportbrake models to Portfolio Cars.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/08/portfolio-cars-takes-30-jaguar-xf-sportbrakes-for-vip-heathrow-transfer-service

Anglian Water celebrates ‘best performance’ during Michelin tyre safety campaign

Anglian Water is celebrating its best ever performance at Michelin’s ‘Fill Up With Air’ tyre safety campaign.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/08/anglian-water-celebrates-best-performance-during-michelin-tyre-safety-campaign

Driver compliance is now top of the fleet agenda, says Licence Bureau

Driver compliance has moved to the top of the fleet agenda, says Licence Bureau after it experienced a 30% year-on-year increase in licence checks in the first half of 2017.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/08/driver-compliance-is-now-top-of-the-fleet-agenda-says-licence-bureau

GB Electrical adds 38 Volkswagen Vans to fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/11/08/gb-electrical-adds-38-volkswagen-vans-to-fleet

Latest NCAP results: Volvo XC60 best all-round performer

Euro NCAP has published the safety ratings of eight new vehicles, all achieving a five star rating.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/08/latest-ncap-results-volvo-xc60-best-all-round-performer

Road safety charity Brake publishes grey fleet management guide

Road safety charity Brake has published a report in collaboration with Ambit aimed at helping fleet managers and HR professionals reduce their grey fleet risk.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/08/road-safety-charity-brake-publishes-grey-fleet-management-guide

Connected vehicles need more joined-up thinking - FN50 2017 analysis

Connected cars and the data they produce are set to transform the leasing landscape over the next few years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/connected-vehicles-need-more-joined-up-thinking-fn50-2017-analysis

Franchised dealers under more pressure to retain customers - FN50 2017 analysis

Car brands are expected to put more focus on customer service from 2018 now that the UK’s new car market evidently passed its peak in 2016. This year the total market is in decline and fleet registrations had dropped by almost 23,000 units (2.1%) by the end of September.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/brands-switch-their-emphasis-towards-customer-service-fn50-2017-analysis

Companies pay less in excess mileage charges for cars but van costs rise - FN50 2017 analysis

Fleet operators are paying less in excess mileage charges on their leased company cars in 2017, although the amount charged for vans has risen.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/companies-pay-less-in-excess-mileage-charges-for-cars-but-van-costs-rise-fn50-2017-analysis

Car recharges top £300 on average for the first time - 2017 FN50 analysis

Damage recharges for defleeted contract hire vehicles reached record levels in 2017, with a higher percentage of cars incurring charges compared with last year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/car-recharges-top-300-on-average-for-the-first-time-2017-fn50-analysis

Charges for FN50 companies at record level at close to £20m - FN50 2017 analysis

The total number of charges incurred by vehicles on contract hire in 2017 has reached a record level, with the amount paid reaching almost £20 million.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/charges-for-fn50-companies-at-record-level-at-close-to-20m-fn50-2017-analysis

Unprecedented change brings both opportunity and optimism - FN50 2017 BVRLA view

BVRLA membership has continued to grow throughout 2017 on the back of a successful 2016, which saw the association’s combined fleet rise by 5% year-on-year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/unprecedented-change-brings-both-opportunity-and-optimism-fn50-2017-bvrla-view

Future of company car grows more and more questionable - FN50 2017 ICFM view

The status quo has governed the fleet industry for a number of years with little innovation from suppliers and, as a result, in many cases, fleets have ‘done what they have always done’.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/future-of-company-car-grows-more-and-more-questionable-fn50-2017-icfm-view

It’s steady as she goes for vans, but uncertainty is increasing - 2017 FN50 FTA view

Freight Transport Association (FTA) head of vans and light commercial vehicles, Mark Cartwright, sets out some of the challenges and new developments facing van operators in the upcoming year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/it-s-steady-as-she-goes-for-vans-but-uncertainty-is-increasing-2017-fn50-fta-view

Diesel is still top powertrain but tide turning towards petrol, hybrid and EVs - FN50 2017 analysis

Diesel continues to be the dominant fuel choice for cars across the FN50 with a 71.4% share but there has been a greater uptake of petrol, hybrid and electric cars this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/diesel-is-still-top-powertrain-but-tide-turning-towards-petrol-hybrid-and-evs-fn50-2017-analysis

Diesel’s dominance of the van market is showing no let-up - FN50 2017 analysis

Average van CO2 emissions across the FN50 have dropped to a new low of 162.9g/km after falling slightly faster than they did this time last year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/diesel-s-dominance-of-the-van-market-is-showing-no-let-up-fn50-2017-analysis

List of changes - and the pace of them - borders on 'bewildering' - FN50 2017 ACFO view

I have been a company car fleet manager for almost 30 years and for more than the past decade my role has also embraced travel management. But, in my experience, the current pace of change we are witnessing is unprecedented.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/list-of-changes-and-the-pace-of-them-borders-on-bewildering-fn50-2017-acfo-view

Nearly 9 out of 10 FN50 leasing companies expect residual values to dip next year - FN50 2017 analysis

Uncertainty is the word on everyone’s lips as contract hire companies reveal underlying trends behind their pessimism

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/nearly-9-out-of-10-fn50-leasing-companies-expect-residual-values-to-dip-next-year-fn50-2017-analysis

Two-thirds of leasing providers predict van RVs will fall during 2018 - FN50 2017 analysis

Two-thirds of FN50 companies expect van residual values to fall in 2018, with predictions ranging from 1% to 15%, and resulting in an average decrease in price across these 19 companies of 5.5%.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/two-thirds-of-leasing-providers-predict-rvs-will-fall-during-2018-fn50-2017-analysis

Multi-supply favoured as contract hire loses ground - FN50 2017 analysis

Just one quarter of FN50 customers are on sole supply contracts with their leasing provider, lagging well behind cars, where 37% are happy to sign up to solus contracts.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/multi-supply-favoured-as-contract-hire-loses-ground-fn50-2017-analysis

Brokers inch ahead with leasing company deals - FN50 2017 analysis

Broker partnerships are playing an important role in driving volumes in the SME and personal leasing space for major FN50 companies.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/brokers-inch-ahead-with-leasing-company-deals-fn50-2017-analysis

Funding diversification continues but contract hire still dominates for cars - FN50 2017 analysis

Leasing companies’ success in winning business in the retail sector, such as company staff who have opted to take cash and buy outside the car scheme, has resulted in a dilution of their contract hire business and the rise of ‘other’ funding methods, primarily personal contract hire (PCH).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/funding-diversification-continues-but-contract-hire-still-dominates-for-cars-fn50-2017-analysis

Brexit, sterling and WLTP are just a few of the issues facing contract hire - FN50 2017 analysis

Brexit, sterling trends and impact of WLTP are just a few of the issues on executives’ minds in the FN50 contract hire companies.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/brexit-sterling-and-wltp-are-just-a-few-of-the-issues-facing-contract-hire-fn50-2017-analysis

Rising turnover is not matched by profits for many FN50 firms - FN50 2017 analysis

The vast majority of the FN50 saw pre-tax profits fall year-on-year, according to the latest available figures. A deterioration in residual values was blamed by some, while increasing staff costs were held responsible by others.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/rising-turnover-is-not-matched-by-profits-for-many-fn50-firms-fn50-2017-analysis

German brands take the top three positions in FN50 2017 van reliability survey

Mercedes-Benz moves up two places to topple Ford from the No1 spot and its Sprinter is voted the most reliable van

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/german-brands-take-the-top-three-positions-in-fn50-2017-van-reliability-survey

FN50 2017 car reliability survey - BMW 3 Series most reliable car for 8th year in a row

The 3 series is most reliable car for the eighth year in a row and German brand completes a hat-trick as best manufacturer.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/fn50-2017-car-reliability-survey-bmw-3-series-most-reliable-car-for-8th-year-in-a-row

PCH and salary sacrifice fuel record levels of funding, despite new car sales dip - FN50 2017 analysis

For the first time, the five biggest leasing companies account for more than one million vehicles. They now fund 61% of the cars and vans in the FN50.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/pch-and-salary-sacrifice-fuel-record-levels-of-funding-despite-new-car-sales-dip-fn50-2017-analysis

Partnership between FuelGenie and UK Fuels increases service offering

FuelGenie has announced a partnership with UK Fuels in order to “extend its client base and allow UK Fuels to increase its service offering”.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/partnership-between-fuelgenie-and-uk-fuels-increases-service-offering

Edam Group bolsters sales team with two new appointments

Edam Group has appointed Nigel Evans as group sales director and Steve Ward who will address the insurance market, following a “sustained period of growth”.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/07/edam-group-bolsters-sales-team-with-two-new-appointments

Residual value guides give Volvo XC40 compact SUV rival-beating RVs

Volvo’s new XC40 premium compact SUV has been given competition-beating residual values by Cap HPI and KeeResources.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/07/volvo-xc40-compact-suv-offers-rival-beating-residual-values

Trak Global incentivises drivers during National Road Safety Week

Trak Global will incentivise its drivers during National Road Safety Week (November 20-26) to encourage a commitment to road safety.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/07/trak-global-incentivises-drivers-during-national-road-safety-week

Two-thirds of businesses fear staff are using phones while driving, TomTom survey finds

More than two-thirds (68%) of UK businesses are worried their employees are using mobile phones to text or access the internet while driving for work.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/two-thirds-of-businesses-fear-staff-are-using-phones-while-driving-tomtom-survey-finds

Pendragon Vehicle Management announces partnership with Aarsleff Ground Engineering

Pendragon Vehicle Management (PVM) has been chosen by Aarsleff Ground Engineering for the supply and management of its vehicle fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/pendragon-vehicle-management-announces-partnership-with-aarsleff-ground-engineering

Half of UK motorists want MOT to include the latest safety features

Nearly half of UK drivers (48%) are in favour of updating the standard MOT test to cover increasingly common driver assistance technologies.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/07/half-of-uk-motorists-want-mot-to-include-the-latest-safety-features

£10 million low emissions initiative to capture data with Microlise telematics

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/07/10-million-government-initiative-to-use-microlise-telematics-to-capture-data

Client Earth launches new air pollution legal action

Client Earth is taking legal action against the Government for a third time over what it claims is its persistent failure to deal with illegal air pollution.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/07/client-earth-launches-new-air-pollution-legal-action

Nissan plans further expansion of bodyshop network

Nissan’s EU-wide bodyshop Nissan will expand its approved bodyshop network across Europe with the target of reaching more than 1,000 sites.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/07/nissan-plans-further-expansion-of-bodyshop-network

Cut fuel duty in the Budget, says the PRA

The Petrol Retailers Association (PRA) has written to the Chancellor urging him to not just freeze, but cut fuel duty by 5ppl in the Autumn Budget this month.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/07/cut-fuel-duty-in-the-budget-says-the-pra

Renault demonstrates autonomous obstacle avoidance technology

Groupe Renault has developed an autonomous control system that can demonstrate road obstacle avoidance to the same level as professional test drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/07/renault-demonstrates-autonomous-obstacle-avoidance-technology

Epyx talks to telematics companies to ‘get maximum fleet value’ from data

Epyx says that businesses collecting connected car service and maintenance data often have no means of processing it effectively

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/07/epyx-talks-to-telematics-companies-to-get-maximum-fleet-value-from-data

Three-year ban for owner of food transport firm

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/07/three-year-ban-for-owner-of-food-transport-firm

LCV registrations decline amid economic and political uncertainty

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/07/lcv-registrations-decline-amid-economic-and-political-uncertainty

Fleet Management Live: "70% of the world population could live in urban areas by 2030", says Enterprise

Enterprise gave delegates insight into changes and challenges in the transport sector at last month's Fleet Management Live.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-70-of-the-world-population-could-live-in-urban-areas-by-2030-says-enterprise

Geotab joins ICFM’s Corporate Investor Programme

Geotab has become the latest company, and the “first telematics specialist” to sign-up to ICFM’s Corporate Investor Programme.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/geotab-joins-icfm-s-corporate-investor-programme

BCA Perry Barr celebrates first anniversary with BMW sale

The sale attracted nearly 200 registered buyers and nearly 700 vehicles sold for a 91.3% conversion.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/bca-perry-barr-s-anniversary-sale-for-bmw-makes-turnover-of-9-million

A fifth of UK motorists admit to using their phone while driving

A fifth of UK motorists have admitted to breaking the law and using their mobiles phones behind the wheel of a car, a poll has revealed.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/06/a-fifth-of-uk-motorists-admit-to-using-their-phone-while-driving

Demand for diesel drops by almost a third

SMMT figures show the new car market declined for a seventh consecutive month in October, with 29.9% fewer diesel registrations.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/06/demand-for-diesel-drops-by-almost-a-third

RAC launches click and fit tyre service

The RAC has launched RAC Tyres: a 'click and fit' online service which offers a range of tyres from leading manufacturers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/rac-launches-click-and-fit-tyre-service

Lex Autolease recognises Kwik Fit for service

Kwik Fit has been named Fleet Service Provider of the Year by Lex Autolease, the UK’s biggest vehicle management and fleet leasing company.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/lex-autolease-recognises-kwik-fit-for-service

IMI wants support for licensing of electric and autonomous vehicle technicians

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) is calling for urgent support for the licencing of technicians working on electric and autonomous vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2017/11/06/imi-wants-support-for-licensing-of-electric-and-autonomous-vehicle-technicians

Inchcape wins Procurement for Housing Framework supply contract

Inchcape Fleet Solutions (IFS) has been awarded a preferred supplier contract on the Procurement for Housing Limited (PfH) Framework.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/inchcape-wins-procurement-for-housing-framework-supply-contract

Insurers set out criteria for what makes an automated vehicle 'automated'

UK insurers have set out minimum criteria for a vehicle's automated systems to clarify what a vehicle should be capable of doing to deserve the title 'automated'.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/insurers-set-out-criteria-for-what-makes-an-automated-vehicle-automated

Diesel pump prices continue to rise with no respite in sight

Diesel rose for the fourth month in a row in October, going up 0.59p from 120.21p to 120.80p a litre, according to RAC Fuel Watch data.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/diesel-pump-prices-continue-upward-trend

FTA becomes FleetCheck partner

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/11/06/fta-becomes-fleetcheck-partner

DAFcheck hits two million jobs

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/06/dafcheck-hits-two-million-jobs

BVRLA: fleets punished with early introduction of Ultra Low Emission Zone

Commercial vehicle operators not given enough time to prepare for the early introduction of the Ultra Low Emission Zone on April 8 2019, says BVRLA.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/bvrla-fleets-punished-with-early-introduction-of-ultra-low-emission-zone

Mercedes-Benz Vans delivers specialist training to TOM Vehicle Rental

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/06/mercedes-benz-vans-delivers-specialist-training-to-tom-vehicle-rental

Europcar adds Range Rover Velar to rental fleet

Europcar UK has added the Range Rover Velar to its Selection prestige vehicle fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/06/europcar-adds-range-rover-velar-on-to-rental-fleet

Finalists of 2017 Commercial Fleet Awards announced. Are you in with a chance of winning?

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/03/finalists-of-2017-commercial-fleet-awards-announced-are-you-in-with-a-chance-of-winning

Mayor of London accused of tax grab with early introduction of ULEZ

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/06/mayor-of-london-accused-of-tax-grab-with-early-introduction-of-ulez

Watch: Highways England’s unmarked HGV catches 4,000 dangerous drivers

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/03/watch-highways-england-s-unmarked-hgv-catches-4-000-dangerous-mobile-using-drivers

Fleet Management Live: Four steps to save SME's thousands, revealed

SMEs could save thousands of pounds on their fleet running costs by following the steps outlined by Paul Hollick at the event.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-three-steps-to-save-sme-s-thousands-revealed

Fleet Management Live: "Businesses need to consider all options before agreeing on funding strategy," warns Lex Autolease

Richard Tilden advised businesses to consider all options before agreeing on a funding strategy at last month's Fleet Management Live.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-businesses-need-to-consider-all-options-before-agreeing-on-funding-strategy

Fleet Management Live: "Fleets are under increasing pressure to meet compliance targets"

Fleets are under increasing pressure to meet compliance targets, leading to them dealing with more data from more sources, as found at Fleet Management Live.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-fleets-are-under-increasing-pressure-to-meet-compliance-targets

London Mayor confirms Ultra-Low Emission Zone will start in 2019

The Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced that the world’s first Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) will start from April 8 2019.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/london-mayor-confirms-ultra-low-emission-zone-will-start-in-2019

McLaren joins Driving for Better Business campaign as a Business Champion

McLaren Automotive has become the latest organisation to join the Driving for Better Business (DfBB) campaign as a Business Champion.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/03/mclaren-joins-driving-for-better-business-campaign-as-a-business-champion

Fife Council becomes first local authority in Scotland to receive five-star Eco Stars rating

Fife Council has become the first council in Scotland to be awarded a five-star operator rating from Eco Stars.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/fife-council-first-in-scotland-to-receive-5-eco-stars

FTA’s transport manager conferences see record-breaking attendance

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/03/fta-s-transport-manager-conferences-see-record-breaking-attendance

Watch: Intelligent Telematics releases footage of crashes on risky rural roads

Intelligent Telematics has released a series of video clips to demonstrate the added risk of driving on rural roads.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/03/Watch--Intelligent-Telematics-releases-footage-of-crashes-on-risky-rural-roads

Cazana appoints Rupert Pontin as director of valuations

Cazana has appointed Rupert Pontin as its director of valuations, forming a “key part of international expansion”.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/03/cazana-appoints-rupert-pontin-as-director-of-valuations

The future is bright for bi-xenon and LED headlamps, says Glass's

Fleets considering cars with advanced bi-xenon or LED headlamps need to balance the potential cost of repair against the safety and residual value benefits they bring.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/the-future-is-bright-for-bi-xenon-and-led-headlamps-says-glass-s

Bed firm “wholly unfit” to hold transport licence

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/03/bed-firm-wholly-unfit-to-hold-transport-licence

Ionity venture to develop pan-European high-power electric vehicle charging network

BMW Group, Daimler AG, Ford Motor Company and the Volkswagen Group with Audi and Porsche have formed joint venture Ionity to develop and implement a high-power charging network for electric vehicles across Europe.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/ionity-venture-launched-to-develop-pan-european-high-power-electric-vehicle-charging-network

James Hopkins appointed MD BCA Fleet Solutions

BCA has announced the appointment of James Hopkins as the new managing director of BCA Fleet Solutions, effective from November 27.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2017/11/03/james-hopkins-appointed-md-bca-fleet-solutions

FMG appoints Domenico Mariconda as sales and marketing director

Incident management specialist FMG has appointed Domenico Mariconda as sales and marketing director.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/fmg-appoints-domenico-mariconda-as-sales-and-marketing-director

Used car values to remain relatively stable, reports Cap HPI

Automotive data experts at Cap HPI expect used car value movements to remain relatively stable for the next five years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/used-car-values-to-remain-relative-stable-reports-cap-hpi

One-third of motorists do not know motorway speed limit, survey finds

One-third (32%) of motorists do not know what the motorway speed limit is but 60% believe people drive too fast on them, a study released by Co-Op Insurance has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/03/one-third-of-motorists-do-not-know-motorway-speed-limit-survey-fins

Fleet Management Live: 50% visitor increase for biggest show in fleet

The biggest show in fleet – Fleet Management Live 2017 – attracted 50% more visitors to the NEC, Birmingham compared to 2016.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-the-biggest-show-in-fleet-sees-50-visitor-increase

Fleet Management Live: Advice given to delegates on finance and procurement

The Discover Fleet section, sponsored by All Fleet Services, saw delegates receive advice on finance and procurement from industry experts.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-advice-given-to-delegates-on-finance-and-procurement

Fleet Management Live: "Fleet decision-makers should not underestimate effects of GDPR"

Fleet decision-makers should not underestimate the effect the forthcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules will have on the way they work.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2017/11/02/fleet-management-live-fleet-decision-makers-should-not-underestimate-effects-of-gdpr

DVSA reforms procedures following Vauxhall Zafira fires

Practices and procedures at the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency have undergone significant reform following a distinctive pattern of Vauxhall Zafira fires in 2015.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/02/dvsa-reforms-procedures-following-vauxhall-zafira-fires

Copart expands fleet with 30 new DAF Salvage Transporters

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/02/copart-expands-fleet-with-30-new-daf-salvage-transporters

Lack of parking sees 252 HGVs turned away from Ashford Truckstop

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/11/02/lack-of-parking-sees-252-hgvs-turned-away-from-ashford-truckstop

Spectrum unifies fleet with delivery of 25 Peugeot Travellers

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/02/spectrum-unifies-fleet-with-delivery-of-25-peugeot-travellers

Total Hire & Sales adds Mercedes-Benz Arocs to its fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/02/total-hire-and-sales-adds-mercedes-benz-arocs-to-its-fleet

Jeep reveals first images of all-new Wrangler

Jeep has revealed the next-generation Wrangler, which will make its official debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show on November 29.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/02/jeep-reveals-first-images-of-all-new-wrangler

Audatex AudaFNOL launched to streamline the insurance claims process

Audatex has launched AudaFNOL, a First Notification of Loss platform designed to help speed up insurance claim administration.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/02/audatex-audafnol-launched-to-streamline-the-insurance-claims-process

Hackney Council sticks with Citroën for new van fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2017/11/02/hackney-council-sticks-with-citroen-for-new-van-fleet

Kinaxia Logistics implements Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme across group

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/02/kinaxia-logistics-implements-fleet-operator-recognition-scheme-across-group

Regulator refuses recovery firm’s fleet increase

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2017/10/31/regulator-refuses-recovery-firm-s-fleet-increase

FTA urges fleets to respond to TfL penalty charge consultation

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/10/31/fta-urges-fleets-to-respond-to-tfl-penalty-charge-consultation

Delivery drivers win right to spend a penny following Unite campaign

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2017/11/01/delivery-drivers-win-right-to-spend-a-penny-following-unite-campaign

ACFO promises to continue lobbying HMRC for plug-in AFRs

Fleet industry calls for HMRC to provide advisory fuel rates (AFRs) for plug-in company cars have been ignored by the Government.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/10/31/acfo-promises-to-continue-lobbying-hmrc-for-plug-in-afrs

Group PSA and BNP Paribas finalise acquisition of Vauxhall financial operation

Groupe PSA and BNP Paribas have announced the closing of their joint acquisition of the financial operations of Opel and Vauxhall.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2017/11/01/group-psa-and-bnp-paribas-finalise-acquisition-of-vauxhall-financial-operation

Gain’s inspection software ‘reduces driver disputes’ for CD Auction Group

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/01/gain-s-inspection-software-reduces-driver-disputes-for-cd-auction-group

Cemex outsources driver CPC training to Fleet Source

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2017/11/01/cemex-outsources-driver-cpc-training-to-fleet-source

Venson issues 11 top tips to get your car ‘winter ready’

Venson Automotive Solutions has released its top tips for motorists to get cars winter ready.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/01/11-top-tips-to-get-your-car-winter-ready

Harrods launches Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme for employees

World famous department store Harrods has launched a Tusker car salary sacrifice scheme for its employees.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/01/harrods-launches-tusker-car-salary-sacrifice-scheme-for-employees

Specsavers issues advice for driving safely in the dark

With the clocks changing and the evenings drawing in, Specsavers has issued advice to employers to ensure their staff drive safely in the dark.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/01/specsavers-issues-advice-for-driving-safely-in-the-dark

Two-thirds of SMEs have no plans in place for Brexit, CitySprint survey finds

Two-thirds (64%) of SMEs in the UK have not made specific plans to prepare their business for Brexit, a survey carried out by CitySprint has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/01/two-thirds-of-smes-have-no-plans-in-place-for-brexit-citysprint-survey-finds

New era beckons for ACFO as it holds Budget 2017 webinar

Fleet decision-makers' organisation ACFO is motoring into a new era by holding its first webinar and an election for the post of regional chairman.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/01/new-era-beckons-for-acfo-as-it-holds-budget-2017-webinar

UK electric vehicle registrations increase by 1,800% in five years

Registrations of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs) have increased by 1,864% since 2011, with almost 100,000 now on the UK roads.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2017/11/01/uk-electric-vehicle-registrations-increase-by-1-800-in-five-years

Quarter of Brits seen or involved in parking disputes

Research by yourparkingspace.co.uk has revealed that up to 12 million people in the UK have seen or been involved in parking disputes.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2017/11/01/quarter-of-brits-seen-or-involved-in-parking-disputes

Apollo Vredestein: fleet expansion crucial to business growth

Apollo Vredestein has increased fleet sales this year, with new business being won on the back of test fitments, which have been running for more than a year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/01/apollo-vredestein-2017-fleet-and-lease-of-life

Congestion a growing problem, says RAC Report on Motoring

Traffic has got worse on the UK’s major roads in the past year, according to more than half of motorists.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2017/11/01/congestion-a-growing-problem-says-rac-report-on-motoring