1,400 set to attend Fleet News Awards 2018 in two week run up

With only two weeks to go until the Fleet News Awards, attendee numbers are up to 1,400 for the Grosvenor House ceremony.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/28/1-400-set-to-attend-fleet-news-awards-2018-in-two-week-run-up

Ryder apprentice Jay Ahmed shortlisted for Semta Skill Award

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/28/ryder-apprentice-jay-ahmed-shortlisted-for-semta-skill-award

Mix Telematics ‘upgrades’ 265 Post Office vans to Mix Fleet Manager

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/28/mix-telematics-upgrades-265-post-office-vans-to-mix-fleet-manager

Licence Bureau celebrates rise in compliance as it checks three millionth licence

Licence Bureau is celebrating a continuation of fleet compliance as it checks its three millionth licence.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/28/licence-bureau-celebrates-rise-in-compliance-as-it-checks-three-millionth-licence

Hyundai Kona Electric SUV to have range of up to 300 miles

Hyundai's battery-electric small SUV, Kona Electric, is to have a range of up to 300 miles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/28/hyundai-kona-electric-to-have-range-of-up-to-300-miles

SHB Hire announces some depots to open 24 hours

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/28/shb-hire-announces-some-depots-to-open-24-hours

BMW Group pilots Iveco Stralis LNG truck for its logistics operations

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/28/bmw-group-uses-iveco-stralis-lng-truck-for-its-logistics-operations

Venson outlines road users’ top civility grievances

Venson Automotive Solutions is urging businesses to back a Civility Code of Conduct for motorists, following a survey which outlined the biggest grievances on the roads.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/28/venson-outlines-road-users-top-civility-grievances

Diesel vehicles could be banned from German cities after court ruling

Major cities in Germany will be able to ban diesel cars after a ruling by the Federal Administrative Court in Leipzig.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/28/diesel-vehicles-could-be-banned-from-german-cities-after-court-ruling

Toyota develops all-wheel drive technology for next-generation hybrids

Toyota has announced a number of new engine and transmission technologies, including an all-wheel drive system for hybrids.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/28/toyota-develops-all-wheel-drive-technology-for-next-generation-hybrids

FSGB launches new IT solutions to aid fleet compliance

A string of new technology-based features have been launched by Fleet Service Great Britain (FSGB), designed to save customers time and money in managing their company car and commercial vehicle operations and ensure legislative compliance.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/28/fsgb-launches-new-it-solutions-to-aid-fleet-compliance

New members flock to ICFM in 2018

Record numbers of employees with fleet responsibility have joined the ICFM in the first two months of 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/28/new-members-flock-to-icfm-in-2018

New Honda CR-V SUV will be available with hybrid engine and no diesel option

Honda's new CR-V SUV will be available with a hybrid powertrain for the first time, and with no diesel option available.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/28/honda-unveils-new-cr-v-suv

Cap HPI data shows new car price rise of 38% in past decade

The average offered price of cars has increased from £24,383 in February 2008 to £33,559 in February 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/28/cap-hpi-data-shows-new-car-price-rise-of-38-in-past-decade

Jaama to showcase MyVehicle app at CV Show 2018

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/27/jaama-to-showcase-myvehicle-app-at-cv-show-2018

UK drivers ‘undeterred’ by hefty fines for using phone at the wheel

UK motorists remain “undeterred” by fines for using a mobile phone at the wheel, with almost 12,000 drivers a year prosecuted.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2018/02/27/uk-drivers-undeterred-by-fines-as-12-000-caught-using-phone-at-wheel

Renault Trucks launches Optifleet app for remote fleet management

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/27/renault-trucks-launches-optifleet-app-for-remote-fleet-management

Parents back ‘pollution exclusion zones’ to protect school children

Parents would back ‘pollution exclusion zones’ to divert cars away from primary and secondary schools at key moments in the day, survey finds.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/27/british-parents-back-pollution-exclusion-zones-to-protect-school-children

Lexus unveils first picture of new UX urban compact crossover

Lexus has released the first official image of its new UX urban compact crossover, prior to the model making its world debut at the 2018 Geneva Motor Show on March 6.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/27/lexus-unveils-first-picture-of-new-ux-urban-compact-crossover

Average new car CO2 emissions increase for the first time since records began

The Government is being warned that that the anti-diesel agenda and the slow take-up of electric vehicles could mean the auto industry misses CO2 targets in 2021.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/27/average-new-car-co2-increases-for-the-first-time-since-records-began

Nissan adds Platinum Edition SV trim option to its X-Trail SUV range

Nissan has added a new Platinum Edition SV trim option to its X-Trail SUV range.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/27/nissan-adds-platinum-edition-special-version-trim-level-to-x-trail-suv-range

Volkswagen to launch cabriolet version of T-Roc SUV

Volkswagen is to produce a cabriolet version of its T-Roc from 2020 as the manufacturer continues its evolution into an SUV brand.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/27/volkswagen-announces-cabriolet-version-of-t-roc-suv

Revised Kia Optima offers ‘cleaner’ diesel and more safety technology

Kia’s D-segment challenger Optima will be available with a ‘cleaner’ diesel engine, and new active safety technology when the revised model goes on sale in Q3 this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/27/revised-kia-optima-offers-cleaner-diesel-and-more-safety-technology

WATCH: Jaguar I-Pace EV live reveal at 6pm on Thursday

Fleet News will be live streaming the global reveal of Jaguar's first electric vehicle, the I-Pace on Thursday, March 1 at 6pm.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/27/watch-jaguar-i-pace-live-reveal-at-6pm-on-thursday

Nissan beings driverless taxi trial in Japan

Nissan will begin testing an autonomous taxi service in Japan in March.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/26/nissan-beings-driverless-taxi-trial-in-japan

First autonomous vehicle trial on UK roads to take place in Oxfordshire

The first use of fully connected and autonomous vehicles (CAV) on public roads is set to take place in Oxfordshire, the Government has announced.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/26/first-autonomous-vehicle-trial-on-uk-roads-to-take-place-in-oxfordshire

Renault to sell electric trucks in 2019

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/26/renault-to-sell-electric-trucks-in-2019

TrustFord ranked 20th in Sunday Times Best Big Companies to Work For listing

TrustFord is celebrating being placed on the Sunday Times Top Big Companies to Work For 2018 list for the second year running, climbing two places to 20th.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/26/trustford-ranked-top-20-in-sunday-times-top-big-companies-to-work-for-2018

PSS Hire invests in fleet of 22 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter vans after ‘soaring customer demand’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/26/pss-hire-invests-in-fleet-of-22-mercedes-benz-sprinters-after-soaring-customer-demand

Guest Truck and Van delivers seven Iveco trucks to Thyssenkrupp

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/26/guest-truck-and-van-delivers-seven-iveco-trucks-to-thyssenkrupp

FleetCheck appoints Richard Waiton as a director

Richard Waiton has been appointed as a director of the board at fleet management software company FleetCheck and will oversee the company’s new Northern regional office

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/26/fleetcheck-appoints-richard-waiton-as-a-director

IAM RoadSmart and Lightfoot awarded £1 million to support development of connected vehicles

Lightfoot and IAM RoadSmart have been awarded a £1 million grant to support the development of connected vehicles in the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/26/iam-roadsmart-and-lightfoot-awarded-1-million-to-support-development-of-connected-vehicles

Salford City Council saves £400,000 after cutting grey fleet mileage by 95%

Salford City Council has cut grey fleet mileage by 95% and saved £400,000 since introducing a green travel plan.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/23/salford-city-council-saves-400-000-through-introduction-of-co-wheels-car-club

Seat launches Cupra as standalone performance brand

High performance Seat models will now be branded as Cupra, as the Spanish brand separates its tuning arm in a similar move to Abarth and DS.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/23/seat-launches-cupra-as-standalone-performance-brand

DAF Trucks UK recognises Chassis Cabs’ Adam Baker as Technician of the Year

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/23/daf-trucks-uk-recognises-chassis-cabs-adam-baker-as-technician-of-the-year

Auto Windscreens to complete London jobs in Citroen Berlingo PHEV

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/23/auto-windscreens-to-complete-london-jobs-in-citroen-berlingo-phev

City Auction to hold weekly remarketing sales after three years at Rockingham

City Auction Group is celebrating its three-year anniversary at the Rockingham auction facility, where it achieved record-breaking growth last year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/23/city-auction-marks-three-year-anniversary-at-rockingham

More van operators feel Brexit will help their business than harm it, Mercedes-Benz research finds

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/23/more-van-operators-feel-brexit-will-help-their-business-than-harm-it-mercedes-benz-research-finds

Asset Alliance Group appoints Grant Law as marketing director

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/23/asset-alliance-group-appoints-grant-law-as-marketing-director

Volvo XC60 named UK Car of the Year

The Volvo XC60 has been crowned Car of the Year at the UK Car of the Year Awards 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/23/volvo-xc60-named-uk-car-of-the-year

New Toyota Aygo to make Geneva motor show debut

Toyota will display the new Toyota Aygo at the Genevea motor show in March, the new model promises more driving fun and distinctive styling.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/23/new-toyota-aygo-to-make-geneva-motor-show-debut

M1 crash: Truck driver was twice the drink-drive limit

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/23/m1-crash-truck-driver-was-twice-the-drink-drive-limit

New Hyundai Santa Fe revealed with bold looks and advanced driver assistance systems

Hyundai has revealed the new, larger, fourth-generation Santa Fe ahead of its Geneva reveal in March.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/07/hyundai-reveals-first-images-of-new-santa-fe

FTA warns against road maintenance spending freeze in London

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/23/fta-warns-against-road-maintenance-spending-freeze-in-london

Mitsubishi Motors UK appoints Rob Lindley as managing director

Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has appointed Rob Lindley as its new managing director.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/23/mitsubishi-motors-uk-appoints-rob-lindley-as-managing-director

HMRC announces March changes to advisory fuel rates

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

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/22/hmrc-announces-march-changes-to-advisory-fuel-rates

Inchcape wins loyalty performance at VW Commercial Vehicles annual performance awards

Inchcape Volkswagen Van Centre in Cheltenham has won loyalty performance at VW’s Annual Performance Awards.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/22/inchcape-wins-loyalty-performance-at-vw-commercial-vehicles-annual-performance-awards

BCA Immingham site is 'key' to Kia achieving UK car sales target

BCA has hit the milestone of selling 200,000 Kia models since it partnered with the manufacturer in a 10-year deal in September 2015.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/22/BCA-Immingham-site-is--key--to-Kia-achieving-UK-car-sales-target

Renault Master ZE electric van to have real-world range of 72 miles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/22/renault-master-ze-electric-van-to-have-real-world-range-of-72-miles

Western Commercial named Mercedes-Benz Vans retailer of the year

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/22/western-commercial-named-mercedes-benz-vans-retailer-of-the-year

Mercedes-Benz to roll out electric eActros trucks to fleets this year

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/22/mercedes-benz-to-roll-out-electric-eactros-truck-to-fleets-this-year

Geneva Motor Show debut for all-new Peugeot 508

The all-new Peugeot 508 will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show, but a sneak preview has revealed a new ‘fastback’ design for the five-door car.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/22/geneva-debut-for-all-new-peugeot-508

Faster-charging, more powerful EV batteries developed at Nissan

A Government-backed project has helped develop new, faster-charging, more powerful electric vehicle (EV) batteries at Nissan’s Sunderland plant.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/22/faster-charging-more-powerful-ev-batteries-developed-at-nissan

New Volvo V60 revealed

Volvo has unveiled its all-new V60 estate, which now mirrors its bigger brother the V90.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/21/new-volvo-v60-revealed

High Court orders Government to tackle air pollution outside clean air zones

The Government must take stronger action to improve air quality in areas not compelled to introduce clean air zones (CAZs) or submit local action plans.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/21/high-court-orders-government-to-tackle-air-pollution-outside-clean-air-zones

Ford Edge updates include new driver assistance systems

Ford has updated the Edge with a suite of new driver assistance systems and a new 238PS diesel engine.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/21/ford-edge-updates-include-new-driver-assistance-systems

Truckman launches pull out storage solution ‘ideal for pick-up fleets’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2018/02/21/truckman-launches-pull-out-storage-solution-ideal-for-pick-up-fleets

Electric vehicle growth could see oil demand peak by 2030, says Fitch research

Expected future uptake of electric vehicles could see oil demand peak by 2030, according to research by Fitch Ratings.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/21/electric-vehicle-growth-could-see-oil-demand-peak-in-2030-says-fitch-research

CoolKit celebrates Ford qualified vehicle modifier approval

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/21/coolkit-celebrates-ford-qualified-vehicle-modifier-approval

Entries now open for Brakes' UK Fleet Safety Awards

Brake has announced the details of its annual UK Fleet Safety Awards, held in Birmingham.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/21/entries-now-open-for-brakes-uk-fleet-safety-awards

New Peugeot Rifter replaces Partner Tepee

Following the announcements of the new Vauxhall Combo Life and Citroen Berlingo Multispace, the third and final installment of PSA’s LAV (Lifestyle Activity Vehicle) line up has been revealed.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/21/new-peugeot-rifter-replaces-partner-tepee

NXP launches GreenBox vehicle electrification development platform

NXP Semiconductors has launched its GreenBox vehicle electrification development platform.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/21/nxp-launches-greenbox-vehicle-electrification-development-platform

New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV to make Geneva debut

Mitsubishi will unveil the 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV at the Geneva motor show, alongside its new Mitsubishi e-evolution concept.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/21/new-mitsubishi-outlander-phev-to-make-geneva-debut

Refreshed Fiat 500X SUV offers greater connectivity and simpler range

Fiat has refreshed its 500X SUV range to give it greater connectivity and a simplified line-up.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/21/fiat-500x-offers-greater-connectivity-and-simpler-range-for-2018-model-year

Paragon route planning software caters for limited range of plug-in vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/21/paragon-route-planning-software-caters-for-limited-range-of-plug-in-vehicles

Thirteen cuts costs after striking five-year fleet deal with Venson

Thirteen has slashed its fleet acquisition and operating costs by 30% - amounting to around £200,000 a year - as a result of working with Venson.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/21/thirteen-achieves-cost-savings-after-striking-five-year-fleet-deal-with-venson

Digraph to open 16 new branches in ‘industry shake up’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/20/digraph-to-open-16-new-branches-in-industry-shake-up

Brake and Arval collaborate to deliver driver safety training courses

Brake has been supported by Arval to deliver a series of nationwide training courses in 2018 to help companies improve the safety of their at-work drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/20/brake-and-arval-collaborate-to-deliver-driver-safety-training-courses

FTA extends everywoman nominations deadline

FTA has announced a nomination deadline extension for the 2018 everywoman in transport and logistics awards, to February 26.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/20/fta-extends-everywoman-nominations-deadline

Former Labour MP Rob Flello appointed chairman of Brevia Transport

Brevia Consulting has announced the appointment of Rob Flello as chairman of Brevia Transport and a member of its advisory board.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/20/former-labour-mp-rob-flello-appointed-chairman-of-brevia-transport

Renault adds more powerful motor with no loss in range to 2018 Zoe electric car range

Renault has added a more powerful motor to the 2018 Zoe electric car model range which it says offers greater performance with no loss in range.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/20/renault-adds-option-of-more-powerful-motor-to-2018-zoe-electric-car-range

Used diesel car prices reach two-year high, says Aston Barclay's Market Insights report

Used diesel car values have hit a two-year high with strong interest in them continuing from trade buyers and their retail customers, says Aston Barclay's 2017 Market Insights report.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/20/used-diesel-car-prices-reach-two-year-high-says-aston-barclay-s-market-insights-report

Seat completes SUV line-up with seven-seater Tarraco

Tarraco is the first Seat model name to be chosen by popular vote and the fourteenth Spanish place name used to designate a brand model.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/20/seat-completes-suv-line-up-with-seven-seater-tarraco

Fleet industry is not prepared for new GDPR data rules, warns Fleet Operations

Many businesses within the fleet industry are underprepared for the introduction of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules on May 25, warns Fleet Operations.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/20/many-fleet-operators-are-not-prepared-for-new-gdpr-data-rules-warns-fleet-operations

FleetCheck’s Mobile App hits 1,000 safety check milestone

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/20/fleetcheck-s-mobile-app-hits-1-000-safety-check-milestone

Fit vans, lorries and buses with mandatory alcohol testing devices, says new report

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/20/fit-vans-lorries-and-buses-with-mandatory-alcohol-testing-devices-says-etsc

Birmingham City Council criticised over ‘lack’ of air quality plan progress

The Government has suggested that Birmingham City Council is dragging its feet after not providing a preferred plan for improving air quality.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/20/birmingham-city-council-criticised-over-lack-of-air-quality-plan-progress

Allow van replacement cycles to run their course, fleet bodies urge

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/20/allow-van-replacement-cycles-to-run-their-course-fleet-bodies-urge

Aston Barclay Prees Heath signs two-year solus deal with Chapelhouse

The solus auction deal will see Prees Heath dispose of Chapelhouse’s part exchanges until 2020.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/19/aston-barclay-prees-heath-signs-two-year-solus-deal-with-chapelhouse

Bristol’s 20mph speed limit saves £15m per year on casualties, report claims

The reduction in speed could lead to an estimated yearly saving of £15m from fatal, serious and slight injuries avoided, report uncovers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/19/bristol-s-20mph-speed-limit-saves-15m-per-year-on-casualties

Top 10 KPI’s fleet managers should track, according to Mix Telematics

Mix Telematics has released a list detailing the top 10 KPIs that fleet managers should track, to compliment its fleet management software.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/19/top-10-kpi-s-fleet-managers-should-track-according-to-mix-telematics

Future fleet fuels and emissions to take centre stage at ICFM 2018 conference

The Conference, entitled ‘Fuel for the Future, the Emissions Dilemma’, will be held on March 20, at The British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/19/future-fleet-fuels-and-emissions-to-take-centre-stage-at-icfm-2018-conference

Grayling blocks ‘punitive’ red route fines

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/19/grayling-blocks-punitive-red-route-fines

Volvo Cars debuts three-cylinder engine in new XC40

The new powertrain is the first three-cylinder engine in the company's 91-year history.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/19/volvo-cars-debuts-three-cylinder-engine-in-new-xc40

BP/Aral and Total to accept each other’s fuel cards across Europe

Deal means BP/Aral and Total each expand their card network to a further 4,000 stations.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/19/bp/aral-and-total-to-accept-each-other-s-fuel-cards-across-europe

Vauxhall reveals first pictures of all-new Combo Life

Vauxhall is targeting the leisure activity vehicle (LAV) segment, with the all-new Combo Life.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/19/vauxhall-reveals-first-pictures-of-all-new-combo-life

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles’ largest used van centre opened in Liverpool

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/19/volkswagen-commercial-vehicles-largest-used-van-centre-opened-in-liverpool

CV Show demonstrates diversity of van sector

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/19/cv-show-demonstrates-diversity-of-van-sector

Contractor fined £500,000 after worker struck by tipper truck

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/19/contractor-fined-500-000-after-worker-struck-by-tipper-truck

Vauxhall Combo Life revealed

Vauxhall has unveiled the all-new Combo Life, its latest entrant into the leisure activity vehicle (LAV) segment.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/16/vauxhall-combo-life-revealed

Kia reveals new Ceed with enhanced autonomous driving technology ahead of Geneva motor show debut

Kia has revealed the all-new Ceed ahead of its official debut at the 2018 Geneva motor show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/16/Kia-reveals-new-Ceed-with-enhanced-autonomous-driving-technology

Mercedes teams up with Institute of Vehicle Recovery

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/16/mercedes-teams-up-with-institute-of-vehicle-recovery

Fleet Source announce free seminar on vehicular terrorism

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/16/fleet-source-announce-free-seminar-on-vehicular-terrorism

Sign Language wins livery rebrand contract for Idverde fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/16/sign-language-gains-livery-rebrand-contract-for-idverde-fleet

Hudson Kapel Auctions renamed CD Salvage Auction following merger

Hudson Kapel Auctions has rebranded to CD Salvage Auction, as CD Auction Group takes operational control.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/16/hudson-kapel-auctions-renames-to-cd-salvage-auction-following-merger

Autoglass uses artificial intelligence to assist in windscreen repair

Autoglass has announced the successful trial of the latest artificial intelligence AI to assist in windscreen repair.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/16/autoglass-uses-ai-to-assist-in-windscreen-repair

Lex Autolease appoints Ashley Barnett as head of fleet consultancy

Lex Autolease has announced the appointment of Ashley Barnett as its new head of fleet consultancy.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/02/16/lex-autolease-appoints-ashley-barnett-as-head-of-fleet-consultancy

Skoda announces range-topping Kodiaq L&K

Skoda has expanded the Kodiaq range with a new range-topping Laurin & Klement version and a new engine.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/16/skoda-announces-range-topping-kodiaq-landk

TfL publishes new private hire and ride-sharing services policy for London

Transport for London (TfL) has published a new policy statement to ensure private hire and ride-sharing services remain safe, secure and convenient in the Capital.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/16/tfl-publishes-private-hire-and-ride-sharing-policy-for-london

City Electrical Factors cuts vehicle downtime by 45% with Lightfoot telematics

City Electrical Factors (CEF) has cut vehicle downtime by 45% and reduced fuel costs by almost 12% after fitting Lightfoot telematics.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/16/city-electrical-factors-cuts-vehicle-downtime-by-45-with-lightfoot-telematics

Kia reveals new Ceed with level 2 autonomy

Kia has revealed the all-new Ceed ahead of its official debut at the 2018 Geneva motor show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/16/kia-reveals-new-ceed-with-level-2-autonomy

Air pollution still at illegal levels across the UK despite emissions drop

NOx emissions in the UK fell by 10% in 2016 compared to 2015, and by and by almost a quarter (23%) between 2012 and 2016.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/16/air-pollution-still-at-illegal-levels-across-the-uk-despite-emissions-drop

DVLA figures show the number of drivers disqualified under the age of 17 rises 47%

Figures released by the DVLA following a Freedom of Information question have revealed that more than 1,000 under-17s were disqualified from driving in 2017.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/16/rac-research-finds-number-of-drivers-disqualified-under-the-age-of-17-rises-47

Charging utility companies for roadworks to be rolled out nationwide after successful trials

Lane rental schemes, where utility companies are charged up to £2,500 a day for digging up the busiest roads at peak times, could be adopted by councils nationwide

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/16/charging-utility-companies-for-roadworks-to-be-rolled-out-nationwide-after-successful-trials

Fleet Evolution announces three free webinars for fleet managers

Fleet Evolution has announced the launch of free webinars on grey fleet, salary sacrifice and green motoring.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/15/fleet-evolution-announces-three-free-webinars-for-fleet-managers

Wheels4Sure achieves 97% customer review rating

Wheels4Sure has announced that it has attained a 97% customer satisfaction rating from reviews submitted to thereviewcentre.com.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/15/wheels4sure-achieves-97-customer-review-rating

DAF Trucks dominate market share for 2017 despite drop

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/15/daf-trucks-dominate-market-share-for-2017-despite-drop

New Audi A7 Sportback: prices, specs and CO2 emissions

Audi has revealed the prices for its new A7 Sportback, which is available to order priced from £54,940.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/15/new-audi-a7-sportback-prices-specs-and-co2-emissions

Venson urges van operators to adopt electric vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/15/venson-urges-van-operators-to-adopt-electric-vehicles

UK used car market remained strong in 2017

The UK’s used car market fell by just 1.1% compared with the previous year, as more than 8.1 million models changed hands, according to the SMMT.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/15/uk-used-car-market-remained-strong-in-2017

Ex-fleet and lease LCVs fall in price at BCA in January as supply increases

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/15/ex-fleet-and-lease-lcvs-fall-in-price-at-bca-in-january-as-supply-increases

Cut diesel and petrol prices by a further 2p a litre, says RAC

Britain’s big four supermarkets should cut at least another 2p a litre off petrol and diesel following further reductions in the wholesale cost of fuel.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/15/cut-diesel-and-petrol-prices-by-a-further-2p-a-litre-says-rac

New Citroen Berlingo Multispace revealed

Citroen has revealed the new Berlingo Multispace ahead of its official debut at the Geneva motor show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/15/new-citroen-berlingo-multispace-revealed

Fears for RVs if Carillion vehicles hit used market in large numbers

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/15/fears-for-rvs-if-carillion-vehicles-hit-used-market-in-large-numbers

Tracker launches S5 Plus vehicle recovery system to protect against 'jamming' thefts

Tracker has launched its S5 Plus stolen vehicle recovery system which is designed to protect motorists from the rising threat of GPS/GSM 'jamming' technology.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/15/tracker-launches-gps/gsm-jamming-s5-plus-theft-recovery-system

Legislation puts brakes on Audi’s Level 3 autonomous technology

New A8 has self-driving capability, but laws require amendment to enable its use.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/15/legislation-puts-brakes-on-audi-s-level-3-autonomous-technology

Infiniti Q30 and QX30 updated with new Pure, Luxe and Sport trims

Infiniti has upgraded the specifications of both the Q30 and QX30 for 2018 along with the introduction of a new grading structure, featuring the names of Pure, Luxe and Sport.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/15/infiniti-q30-and-qx30-updated-with-new-pure-luxe-and-sport-trims

New BMW X4: prices, specs and CO2

BMW has revealed the new X4 will be priced from £42,900 and is available to order from February 15.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/14/new-bmw-x4-prices-specs-and-co2

CASS partners with The Driving Doctor to improve LCV driver safety

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/14/cass-partners-with-the-driving-doctor-to-improve-lcv-driver-safety

Creating global fleet success tops agenda for Global Fleet Conference 2018

The Global Fleet Conference 2018 held in Rome has revealed key topics and discussions for global fleet managers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/13/global-fleet-conference-2018-reveals-key-fleet-discussion-topics

City Auction Group extends remarketing services with Vauxhall Finance partnership

City Auction Group recently secured a new business partnership with Vauxhall Finance.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/city-auction-group-extends-remarketing-services-with-vauxhall-finance-partnership

Salary sacrifice cars can boost financial wellbeing of employees, says Fleet Evolution

Firms can help boost the financial wellbeing of their employees by providing them with access to salary sacrifice cars, says Fleet Evolution.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/salary-sacrifice-cars-can-boost-financial-wellbeing-of-employees-says-fleet-evolution

Drivers still want the internal combustion engine, says Mazda

New research by Mazda has revealed that 55% of UK drivers, and almost 60% of European drivers, see a positive future for petrol and diesel engines.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/14/drivers-still-want-the-internal-combustion-engine-says-mazda

Stephens Scown installs Lightfoot telematics in pool cars

Law firm Stephens Scown LLP has installed Lightfoot in three of its pool cars in order to reduce emissions and improve its carbon footprint.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/stephens-scown-installs-lightfoot-telematics-in-pool-cars

Watch: Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrid ascends 999 steps

Land Rover has proved the off-road credentials of the new Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrid by driving up the 999 steps leading to Heaven’s Gate, in China.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/14/watch-range-rover-sport-plug-in-hybrid-ascends-999-steps

Driving for Better Business to stage ADAS fleet safety experience days

Driving for Better Business (DfBB) is hosting a number of exclusive demonstration days to allow fleet decision-makers to try out the latest driver assistance technology on both cars and vans.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/driving-for-better-business-to-stage-adas-fleet-safety-days

Accounting changes may prompt fleets to switch to rolling rentals

Rental companies are talking up rolling rental deals as a way for fleets to avoid new lease accounting rules that require vehicles to be reported on balance sheets.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/accounting-changes-may-prompt-fleets-to-switch-to-rolling-rentals

New Mercedes C-Class Saloon and Estate revealed

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled pictures of the new 2018 C-Class Saloon and Estate, which go on sale in March.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/14/new-mercedes-c-class-saloon-and-estate-revealed

Arval boosts EV offering thanks to a new partnership with Renault, Nissan and NewMotion

Arval has announced a range of new offers for fleet decision-makers and their employees after reporting a record-breaking growth in its global risk fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/arval-boosts-ev-offering-thanks-to-a-new-partnership-with-renault-nissan-and-newmotion

Electric and autonomous vehicle awareness to be raised with new Parliamentary group

A new parliamentary group has been launched to increase awareness of the benefits and opportunities of electric and automated vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/14/electric-and-autonomous-vehicle-awareness-to-be-raised-with-new-parliamentary-group

Toyota increases published CO2 emissions for Prius and Prius+

Toyota has published increased CO2 emissions figures for the Prius and Prius+, based on new WLTP testing.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/13/toyota-increases-published-co2-emissions-for-prius-and-prius

BCF Wessex and HRUX announce company car strategy collaboration

HRUX and BCF Wessex have announced a collaboration on company car strategies for large employers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/13/bcf-wessex-and-hrux-announce-company-car-strategy-collaboration

Subaru UK appoints Chris Graham as managing director

Subaru UK has announced the appointment of Chris Graham as managing director.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/13/subaru-uk-welcomes-chris-graham-as-managing-director

Peugeot, Citroen and Vauxhall to launch new leisure activity vehicles

PSA Group is to launch three new leisure activity vehicles for its Peugeot, Citroen and Vauxhall brands, each "designed for very different brand environoments".

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/13/peugeot-citroen-and-vauxhall-to-launch-new-leisure-activity-vehicles

Mini adds 4G Connected service to entire range

All new Mini models will feature built-in 4G connectivity from March 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/13/mini-adds-4g-connected-service-to-entire-range

Richard Hill named as new MD of DriverMetrics

Richard Hill, who was managing director of Peak Performance and head of risk management at the RAC, has been appointed the new MD of DriverMetrics.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/13/richard-hill-named-as-new-md-of-drivermetrics

Alphabet named as one of the UK's Top Employers in 2018

Leasing and mobility specialist Alphabet has been officially certified by the Top Employers Institute for its exceptional employee offerings for the fifth time.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/02/13/alphabet-named-as-one-of-the-uk-s-top-employers-in-2018

TfL needs to prepare for new transport technologies, says report

Transport for London (TfL) needs to predict and prepare for changes in technology, according to a new report published today.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/13/tfl-needs-to-prepare-for-new-transport-technologies-says-report

Collision Management Systems' software can 'reduce claim costs by at least £1,600'

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/13/collision-management-systems-software-can-reduce-claim-costs-by-at-least-1-600

Peugeot adds GT Line Premium trim to 3008 and 5008

Peugeot’s 3008 SUV and all-new 5008 SUV are now available in a new GT Line Premium trim, priced from £28,590.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/13/peugeot-adds-gt-line-premium-trim-to-3008-and-5008

MotoNovo Finance switches to Enterprise Car Club for staff mobility

Financial services provider MotoNovo Finance is replacing its pool car with Enterprise Car Club vehicles for staff use after its move to new offices with limited on-site parking.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/13/motonovo-finance-switches-to-enterprise-car-club-for-staff-mobility

New HGV market declines in 2017

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/13/new-hgv-market-declines-in-2017

Unmarked HGVs to target dangerous driving on England’s motorways

Highways England will use three new unmarked HGV cabs to tackle dangerous driving on England’s motorways and major A roads.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/13/unmarked-hgvs-to-target-dangerous-driving-on-england-s-motorways

Pod Point Open Charge app now has 40,000 users

Pod Point has announced that it represents almost 30% of all UK PHEVs following a “huge growth” since last year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/12/pod-point-represents-30-of-all-uk-phevs-research-reveals

FORS introduces gold and silver accreditation workshop

FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme has announced the launch of a dedicated “going for silver and gold” workshop.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/12/fleet-operator-recognition-scheme-introduces-accreditation-workshop

Tuffnells ‘record investment’ sees distribution centre relocate to Sheffield

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/12/tuffnells-record-investment-sees-distribution-centre-relocate-to-sheffield

Government funding to help electric vehicles power homes and businesses

£30m funding for new vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies aims to help EVs deliver electricity back to the smart grid, to light homes and power businesses.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/12/government-funding-to-help-electric-vehicles-power-homes-and-businesses

Ingimex launches best practice guide for purchasing vehicle bodies

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/12/ingimex-launches-best-practice-guide-for-purchasing-vehicle-bodies

Matrix Telematics launches new HD33 IncidentCam dashcam

Matrix Telematics has launched its new HD33 IncidentCam dashcam, which offers over-the-air video alerts and remotely retrievable video on demand.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/12/matrix-telematics-launches-new-hd33-incidentcam-dashcam

Brexit and taxes caused UK true fleet market to shrink in 2017, says Dataforce

The triggering of Brexit and a new wave of taxes caused the UK’s true fleet market to shrink last year, says Dataforce.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/12/brexit-and-taxes-caused-uk-true-fleet-market-to-shrink-in-2017-says-dataforce

Companies fined after scaffolder struck by dumper truck and killed

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/12/companies-fined-after-scaffolder-struck-by-dumper-truck-and-killed

Mercedes offers fleet customers 48-hour test drives

Mercedes-Benz is focusing on company car drivers by giving them the opportunity to test new cars for 48-hours.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/12/mercedes-offers-fleet-customers-48-hour-test-drives

Drivers doubt Britain’s ability to deal with snow

An RAC poll suggests that 80% of drivers do not feel that Britain is prepared to cope with snowy conditions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/12/drivers-doubt-britain-s-ability-to-deal-with-snow

New Volkswagen Touareg: first image revealed

​Volkswagen has revealed the new Touareg, which will be officially unveiled on March 23 in Beijing.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/12/new-volkswagen-touareg-first-image-revealed

Fleets urged to fit ADAS to all vehicles as EC delays safety approval

An expected announcement in March on new legislation mandating the latest safety technologies has now been delayed until May.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/12/fleets-urged-to-fit-adas-to-all-vehicles-as-ec-delays-safety-approval

Thinking CAP: February 8 - VW Polo, Tiguan Allspace, Seat Arona and Škoda Karoq test drives

Martin Ward, manufacturer relationships manager Cap HPI talks about his week of test drives with Volkswagen, Seat and Skoda.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/09/thinking-cap-february-8-vw-tiguan-allspace-seat-arona-and-skoda-karoq-test-drives

Finalists announced for Fleet News Awards 2018

Fleet News can finally reveal the finalists in the fleet, manufacturer and supplier categories for the upcoming Fleet News Awards 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/09/finalists-announced-for-fleet-news-awards-2018

Public and private sectors need to work together on autonomous vehicle infrastructure

Law firm Gowling WLG is calling for public and private sectors to be open to new ideas and ready to support new technologies when it comes to developing an infrastructure for autonomous vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/09/public-and-private-sectors-need-to-work-together-on-autonomous-vehicle-infrastructure

Transport secretary discourages diesel as air quality deadline looms

Time is running out for the Government to convince the European Commission it has done enough to improve air quality in the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/09/transport-secretary-discourages-diesel-as-air-quality-deadline-looms

Views sought on future of Bristol's electric vehicle charging network

A major public consultation has been launched to assess Bristol’s existing chargepoint network for electric vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/09/views-sought-on-future-of-bristol-s-electric-vehicle-charging-network

Government figures suggest ‘significant’ rise in drink-driving

Provisional figures for 2016 show that between 200 and 280 people were killed in accidents where at least one driver was over the drink-drive limit.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/09/government-figures-suggest-significant-rise-in-drink-driving

Iveco and BNP Paribas join forces to offer green finance scheme

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/09/iveco-and-bnp-paribas-join-forces-to-offer-green-finance-schemes

BCA launches new used commercial vehicle sales programme

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/09/bca-launches-new-used-commercial-vehicle-sales-programme

Toyota launches Business Drive Direct service for fleet and business customers

Toyota Financial Services has launched a new Business Drive Direct service, supporting fleet and business customers through a dedicated call centre.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/09/toyota-financial-services-launches-call-centre-for-fleet-and-business-customers

Record volumes drive the used car market in January

Average used car values returned to more typical levels in January, after the seasonally affected values recorded during December, according to BCA.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/09/record-volumes-drive-the-used-car-market-in-january

Call for supermarkets to cut fuel prices after price of oil falls

The RAC is calling on supermarkets to cut the price of petrol and diesel by 3p a litre following a $5 fall in the price of a barrel of oil.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/09/call-for-supermarkets-to-cut-fuel-prices-after-price-of-oil-falls

Skoda drops diesel engines in updated Fabia supermini range

Skoda has dropped all diesel options for its updated Fabia supermini range, instead focusing on small capacity petrol units.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/08/skoda-drops-diesel-engines-in-updated-fabia-supermini-range

PM ‘willing’ to look at graduated driver licensing

Theresa May said she will ask the DfT to look into the issue of graduated driver licensing in response to a question from Jenny Chapman MP at PMQs

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/08/pm-willing-to-look-at-graduated-driver-licensing

Alfa Romeo adds Sport trim level to Giulietta range

Alfa Romeo has added a Sport trim level to its Giulietta range, with CO2 emissions starting from 99g/km.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/08/alfa-romeo-adds-sport-trim-to-giulietta-range

Iveco dealer Guest Truck and Van's longest serving employee retires

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/08/iveco-dealer-guest-truck-and-van-s-longest-serving-employee-retires

Pie launches London Lorry Route Approver app to help HGV fleets plan safer journeys

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/08/pie-launches-london-lorry-route-approver-app-to-help-plan-safer-journeys

Call for more traffic cops to give UK ‘the safest roads in the world’

Police argue for extra officers and a new approach, including the use of dashcam footage, to enforce road traffic laws.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/08/call-for-more-traffic-cops-to-give-uk-the-safest-roads-in-the-world

DAF launches Transport Efficiency Driver Challenge to find UK's best truck driver

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/08/daf-launches-competition-for-find-uk-s-best-truck-driver

InstaVolt triples its order book for electric vehicle chargers

InstaVolt has announced plans to acquire an additional 400 rapid electric vehicle (EV) chargers from ChargePoint.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/08/instavolt-triples-its-order-book-for-electric-vehicle-chargers

Prices of used diesel company cars reach two-year high, says Aston Barclay

Aston Barclay’s 2017 Market Insights report suggests that used diesel cars are showing no signs of losing their appeal.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/08/prices-of-used-diesel-company-cars-reach-two-year-high-says-aston-barclay

New app FleetWave Forms launched by Chevin

Chevin Fleet Solutions says that the app can be used to replace any manual or paper-based data collection form.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/08/new-app-fleetwave-forms-launched-by-chevin

Inchcape Fleet Solutions strikes four-year deal with NHS Scotland

IFS has been awarded a four-year contract by NHS Scotland for the provision of contract car hire services to all NHS Health Boards across Scotland.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/08/inchcape-fleet-solutions-strikes-four-year-deal-with-nhs-scotland

Multi-brand truck platooning trials to take place on European roads

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/08/multi-brand-truck-platooning-trials-to-take-place-on-european-roads

Government prepares for Brexit with Haulage Permits and Trailer Registration Bill

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/08/government-prepares-for-brexit-with-haulage-permits-and-trailer-registration-bill

CLM hosts EV day with Renault and Chargemaster

CLM has hosted an inaugural EV experience and education day involving Renault and Chargemaster.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/07/clm-hosts-ev-day-with-renault-and-chargemaster

Isotrak Group and PCL announce two-year contract renewal

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/07/isotrak-group-and-pcl-announce-two-year-contract-renewal

Airmax Remote trials reveal fuel saving figures for fleets

Airmax Remote has announced the results of research conducted over twelve months in 2017, highlighting fuel savings achievable by MPG monitoring.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/07/airmax-remote-trials-reveal-fuel-saving-figures-for-fleets

‘Cloud-based camera systems are best for security,’ urges ProVision

ProVision is urging fleet operators that a cloud-based camera system gives the best protection.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/07/cloud-based-camera-systems-are-best-for-security-urges-provision

Drivers take their eyes off the road 7% of the time

During a one-hour journey at 30mph, drivers take their eyes off the road for more than two miles, research from Peugeot suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/07/drivers-take-their-eyes-off-the-road-7-of-the-time

DVLA appoint Julie Lennard as interim chief executive

Julie Lennard has been appointed as the interim Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/07/dvla-appoint-julie-lennard-as-interim-chief-executive

Cryopower cuts HGV fuel cunsumption by up to 30%

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/07/cryopower-cuts-hgv-fuel-cunsumption-by-up-to-30

Chargemaster expands Polar network

Chargemaster is increasing the roll-out of the Polar national charging network, with 2,000 new charging points in 2018, including around 400 rapid chargers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/07/chargemaster-expands-polar-network

DS 7 Crossback: full prices and specs revealed

DS has revealed full pricing and details for the new DS 7 Crossback range, which costs from £28,050.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/07/ds-7-crossback-full-prices-and-specs-revealed

Airco adds 24 Toyota Proace vans to fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/07/airco-adds-24-toyota-proace-vans-to-fleet

Derren Martin appointed head of current valuations at Cap HPI

The new role will see him lead a team of industry experts and analysts to editorial and remarketing consultancy.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/07/derren-martin-appointed-head-of-current-valuations-at-cap-hpi

ADLV prepares driver licence check advisory document to help fleets meet GDPR requirements

The Association For Driving Licence Verification is working to help fleet operators with the implementation of GDPR for the Access to Drivers Data service.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/07/adlv-prepares-driver-licence-check-document-to-help-meet-gdpr-requirements

Hyundai reveals first images of new Santa Fe

Hyundai has revealed the first images of the new generation Santa Fe, which will be unveiled later this month.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/07/hyundai-reveals-first-images-of-new-santa-fe

New Mercedes Sprinter unveiled: available from June

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/07/new-mercedes-sprinter-unveiled-available-from-june

Renault Trucks expands right-hand drive Range T High offering in UK

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/07/renault-trucks-expands-right-hand-drive-range-t-high-offering-in-uk

Fleets choosing alternatives to diesel ‘much faster’ than anticipated

Fleets are moving towards hybrid and electric powertrains much faster than the industry anticipated, research from Sewells suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/07/fleets-choosing-alternatives-to-diesel-mush-faster-than-anticipated

Hexagon Leasing launches HexFlex flexible rental solution

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/06/hexagon-leasing-launches-hexflex-flexible-rental-solution

20% of Yorkshire Water's van fleet to be electric by 2020

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/06/20-of-yorkshire-water-s-van-fleet-to-be-electric-by-2020

DS Automobiles has appointed Alain Descat as managing director

PSA Group’s luxury arm DS has appointed Alain Descat as its new UK managing director.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/06/ds-automobiles-has-appointed-alain-descat-as-managing-director

Morrison Utility Services launches safety initiative to minimise risk around plant

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/06/morrison-utility-services-launches-safety-initiative-to-minimise-risk-around-plant

New Kia Ceed to make Geneva motor show debut

Kia will unveil the all-new Ceed at the 2018 Geneva motor show, set to take on the market-leading Ford Focus.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/06/new-kia-ceed-to-make-geneva-motor-show-debut

BMW welcomes five start-ups for Innovation Lab

BMW has announced five new technology start-ups for the BMW Innovation Lab.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/06/bmw-welcomes-five-start-ups-for-innovation-lab

Volkswagen appoint Martin Barrow-Starkey as new head of group fleet services

Barrow-Starkey will be taking over from Patrick McGillycuddy as head of group fleet services for Volkswagen Group UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/06/volkswagen-appoint-martin-barrow-starkey-as-new-head-of-group-fleet-services

UK drivers spend an average of 31 hours a year in congestion

The UK has been ranked as the 10th most congested country in the world and the third most congested in Europe, by analysts at Inrix.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/06/uk-drivers-spend-an-average-of-31-hours-a-year-in-congestion

Cartwright Conversions approved by Motability Scheme

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/05/cartwright-conversions-approved-by-motability-scheme

FORS confirms date for 2018 Members’ Conference

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/05/fors-confirms-date-for-2018-members-conference

Truckman marks expansion with new operations manager Phil Howard

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/05/truckman-marks-expansion-with-new-operations-manager-phil-howard

Arnold Clark announces recruitment drive for 300 apprentices

Arnold Clarke has announced the launch of an apprentice recruitment drive, with 300 places available to train at an Arnold Clarke site.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/05/arnold-clarke-announces-recruitment-drive-for-300-apprentices

D-Carb Global to launch hydrogen carbon clean device for fleet operators to reduce emissions

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/05/d-carb-global-to-launch-hydrogen-carbon-clean-device-for-fleet-operators-to-reduce-emissions

Teletrac Navman launches new seatbelt monitoring device

Newly launched product allows businesses to have a complete overview of driver seatbelt usage across their entire fleet, with real-time alerts.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/05/teletrac-navman-launches-new-seatbelt-monitoring-device

Hyundai showcases world's first hydrogen level four autonomous car

A fleet of five Hyundai cars have become the first hydrogen fuel cell vehicles to achieve level four autonomous driving.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/05/hyundai-showcases-world-s-first-hydrogen-fully-autonomous-car

Ford announces new KA+ and SUV-Inspired KA+ Active Crossover

Ford has revealed a new KA+ including a new KA+ Active Crossover, with new technology and prices from £10,795.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/05/ford-announces-new-ka-and-suv-inspired-ka-active-crossover

Dramatic decline in diesel new car registrations continues

The demand for petrol and alternative fuel vehicles (AFVs) rose in January, but failed to offset a 56.6% fall in new diesel registrations, according to SMMT.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/05/dramatic-decline-in-diesel-new-car-registrations-continues

Mercedes-Benz Vans launches pop-up store in Manchester's Intu Trafford Centre

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/05/mercedes-benz-vans-launches-pop-up-store-in-manchester-s-intu-trafford-centre

BJ Crowther increases fuel efficiency with Volvo's Dynafleet fleet management system

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/05/bj-crowther-increases-efficiency-with-volvo-s-dynafleet-fleet-management-system

Hyundai launches Go! SE range i10, i20, i30 and Tucson

Hyundai has announced a new Go! SE trim to support its sponsorship of this year’s FIFA World Cup in Russia.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/05/hyundai-launches-go-se-range-i10-i20-i30-and-tucson

2018 Mercedes-Benz A-Class: release date, specs and CO2 emissions

Mercedes-Benz has unveiled an all-new A-Class, which will go on sale in March.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/05/2018-mercedes-benz-a-class-release-date-specs-and-co2-emissions

Polestar appoints Hans Pehrson as new head of R&D and electric propulsion strategy

Hans Pehrson has been appointed head of research and development and electric propulsion strategy at Polestar, Volvo’s performance road car brand.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/02/05/polestar-appoints-hans-pehrson-as-new-head-of-randd-and-electric-propulsion-strategy

Government ‘must do more’ to prevent accidents involving HGVs

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/05/government-must-do-more-to-prevent-accidents-involving-hgvs

RoadHawk dashcams to be offered with Trakm8 Prime

Vehicle tracking solution Trakm8 Prime has expanded its offering to include the company’s RoadHawk dashcams.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/05/roadhawk-dashcams-to-be-offered-with-trakm8-prime

Allstar offers small and medium businesses 10% discount on SMR bills

It has teamed up with garages to provide 10% off service, maintenance and repair bills, including glass and tyres, when using the hybrid Allstar Plus Visa card.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/05/allstar-offers-small-and-medium-businesses-10-discount-on-smr-bills

Diesel and petrol prices increase for third month in row

Petrol is now at its highest point since late November 2014 and diesel the highest since early December 2014.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/05/diesel-and-petrol-prices-increase-for-third-month-in-row

Ford launches Chariot, a London-based shuttle service (video)

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/02/ford-motor-company-arm-launches-london-based-shuttle-service

Cartwright delivers a further 70 vehicles to Asda

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/02/cartwright-delivers-a-further-70-vehicles-to-asda

Highway Care and Aftercare Response partnership offers customers extended three-year warranty

Highway Care and Aftercare Response partnership offers customers extended three-year warranty.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/02/highway-care-and-aftercare-response-partnership-expands-service-offering

Intelligent Telematics relocates HQ to accommodate workforce growth

Intelligent Telematics has relocated its headquarters to Reading to accommodate business expansion and workforce growth.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/02/intelligent-telematics-relocates-hq-to-accommodate-workforce-growth

Government proposes clamp down on emissions cheating

The Government has launched a new consultation document outlining its plans to clamp down on car makers that fit emissions ‘cheat’ devices.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/02/government-proposes-clamp-down-on-emissions-cheating

Purity Brewing Company adds third Fuso Canter to its fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/02/02/purity-brewing-company-adds-third-fuso-canter-to-its-fleet

VisionTrack announces new deal with Camatics

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/02/02/visiontrack-announces-new-deal-with-camatics

BP launches smartphone payment app, BPme

BP customers can now pay for fuel using the new BPme smartphone app, from the comfort of their car.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/02/02/bp-launches-smartphone-payment-app-bpme

Skoda Vision X compact SUV will debut at Geneva motor show

Skoda will present Vision X, a new small-SUV concept at the Geneva motor show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/02/skoda-vision-x-compact-suv-will-debut-at-geneva-motor-show

VGroup International prepares for growth with restructure

VGroup International has restructured its business into five divisions and made a series of new appointments to further strengthen customer service levels and communications with clients.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/02/vgroup-international-prepares-for-growth-with-restructure

Next generation fleet management launched by TomTom Telematics

The Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solution, Webfleet, has been completely rebuilt and includes brand new features and a more intuitive user experience, says TomTom.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/02/next-generation-fleet-management-launched-by-tomtom-telematics

Network rail labels truck drivers ‘stupid’ for bridge crashes

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/02/network-rail-labels-truck-drivers-stupid-for-bridge-crashes

Richmond Council installs cycle safety technology across HGV fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/01/richmond-council-installs-cycle-safety-technology-across-hgv-fleet

DVSA releases list of commercial vehicle earned recognition participants

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/02/01/dvsa-releases-list-of-commercial-vehicle-earned-recognition-participants

UK Government faces court battle as London hits yearly limit on air pollution in one month

London has reached air pollution limits on Brixton Road for the whole year, just 30 days into 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/02/01/uk-government-faces-court-battle-as-london-hits-yearly-limit-on-air-pollution-in-one-month

Motorists support code of practice bill for private parking industry

UK motorists are in full support of the private parking industry code of practice bill due to “bad reputation” of private companies.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/02/01/uk-motorists-support-code-of-practice-bill-for-bad-reputation-private-parking-industry

Manchester should consider workplace parking levy to cut pollution

Charging employers for providing parking spaces is one of a number of solutions being considered to reduce air pollution in Manchester.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/01/workplace-parking-levy-considered-by-manchester-council

Police should take a ‘zero tolerance’ approach to speeding

Calls for drivers to be prosecuted for exceeding the speed limit by as little as 1mph have been criticised by motoring groups.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/01/police-should-take-a-zero-tolerance-approach-to-speeding

New Daily Business Up app from Iveco is ‘invaluable’ for Fife builder

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/01/new-daily-business-up-app-from-iveco-is-invaluable-for-fife-builder

Renault announces new contract hire offers for fleets

Renault has reduced the contract hire rates of some of its most popular fleet models with a new Fleet Rate+ scheme.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/01/renault-announces-new-contract-hire-offers-for-fleets

Police use mobile cameras to catch drivers breaking traffic laws

Police mobile camera vans are being used by more than a third of police forces to prosecute drivers for not wearing a seatbelt or using a handheld mobile phone.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/01/police-use-mobile-cameras-to-catch-drivers-flouting-traffic-laws

Renault announces new commercial vehicle offers including Kangoo ZE scrappage

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/02/01/renault-announces-new-commercial-vehicle-offers-including-kangoo-ze-scrappage

TC takes action after operators run vehicles with AdBlue defeat devices

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/02/01/tc-takes-action-after-operators-run-vehicles-with-adblue-defeat-devices

Citroen makes Active City Brake standard on C3 Aircross Flair

Citroen has made Active City Brake standard on top spec Flair models of the new C3 Aircross, which costs from £16, 990.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/02/01/citroen-makes-active-city-brake-standard-on-c3-aircross-flair

Record number of parking tickets on private land, says RAC Foundation

Drivers were issued with a record number of parking tickets on private land in the third quarter of 2017-18, according to Government data.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/02/01/record-number-of-parking-tickets-on-private-land-says-rac-foundation