Car & Van Lease Supermarket joins EV energy partnership

Car & Van Lease Supermarket has announced partner company status with Egnida to help resolve future EV infrastructure challenges.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/30/car-and-van-lease-supermarket-joins-energy-partnership-to-solve-ev-grid-problems

32% of new car owners cannot operate sat-nav, study reveals

In-car sat-nav has baffled new car owners as 32% admit they cannot operate it, Jardine Motors study reveals.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/31/32-of-new-car-owners-cannot-operate-sat-nav-study-reveals

Quattro Group invests £1.5m in new Eurocargo fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/30/quattro-group-invests-15m-in-new-eurocargo-fleet

Apollo Vredestein UK welcomes TBR sales manager

Apollo Vredestein UK has welcomed Steve Miller as truck and bus radical (TBH) sales manager.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/30/apollo-vredestein-uk-welcomes-tbr-sales-manager

Allianz Partners secures three-year SsangYong partnership

Allianz Partners has announced a three-year collaboration with SSangYong Motors which will see owners benefit from a year’s roadside cover.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/30/allianz-partners-secures-three-year-ssangyong-partnership

LeasePlan’s Tom Brewer joins VWFS as head of sales and marketing

Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) has announced the appointment of LeasePlan’s Tom Brewer as head of sales and marketing.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/31/leaseplan-s-tom-brewer-joins-vwfs-as-head-of-sales-and-marketing

Alliance Electronics rebrands to Alliance Transport Technologies (ATT)

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/31/alliance-electronics-rebrands-to-alliance-transport-technologies-att

ABAX reports 15.6% revenue increase

ABAX has reported increased revenue for four consecutive years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/31/abax-reports-156-revenue-increase

Skoda UK using Indicata used vehicle portal

Skoda UK has announced it is adopting the Indicata online used vehicle management system from Autorola UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/31/skoda-uk-using-indicata-used-vehicle-portal

Skoda concept hints at future compact car

Skoda has released sketches of its Vision RS concept which provides a glimpse of a future compact car.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/31/skoda-hints-at-future-compact-car-with-concept

Fleet Live: A great opportunity to engage with industry, says Ford

Ford says that Fleet Live 2018 will provide it with the perfect platform to speak to fleet decision-makers about the major issues effecting the industry.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/31/fleet-live-a-great-opportunity-to-engage-with-industry-says-ford

Park Electrical Distributors takes on Mercedes-Benz plug-in hybrids

Park Electrical Distributors is taking on a further five Mercedes-Benz plug-in hybrid vehicles to cut costs and demonstrate its commitment to the environment.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/31/park-electrical-distribution-takes-on-mercedes-benz-plug-in-hybrids

Risk management for cars given less priority than vans, says FleetCheck

A wide range of fleets are giving risk management of cars 'much lower priority' than for vans, says fleet management software specialist FleetCheck.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/31/risk-management-for-cars-given-less-priority-than-vans-says-fleetcheck

Aston Barclay recognised at Digital Experience Awards

Aston Barclay has been recognised for its mobile marketing strategy at the UK Digital Experience Awards 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/31/aston-barclay-recognised-at-digital-experience-awards

Peugeot, Citroen, DS and Vauxhall complete WLTP homologation

PSA Group has completed the re-homologation of its model ranges from the Peugeot, Citroen, DS and Vauxhall brands.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/30/peugeot-citroen-ds-and-vauxhall-complete-wltp-homologation

Wheels4Sure sees 'enormous shift' in drivers opting to lease vehicles

Four in five (80%) Wheels4Sure customers used to buy their cars outright before switching to personal contract hire, its survey has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2018/08/30/wheels4sure-sees-huge-shift-in-car-buyers-opting-to-lease-vehicles

Safety is biggest autonomous vehicle concern, finds Close Brothers

More than half (55%) of UK motorists would not consider buying an automonous vehicle, with safety topping their list of concerns.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/30/safety-tops-list-of-autonomous-car-concerns-finds-close-brothers

Goodyear Tyres' Truckforce network opens new Southampton hub

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/30/goodyear-tyres-truckforce-network-opens-new-southampton-hub

MV Commercial opens new central hub in Airdrie

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/30/mv-commercial-opens-new-central-hub-in-airdrie

Royal Mail fleet faces environmental challenges

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/30/royal-mail-fleet-faces-environmental-challenges

Major fleets urged to make Clean Vans Commitment

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/30/major-fleets-urged-to-make-clean-vans-commitment

Ford’s Chariot expands free shuttle service to Stockley Park

Ford’s ride-sharing shuttle service Chariot has expanded its routes, providing out-of-town services for the first time.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/30/ford-s-chariot-expands-free-shuttle-service-to-stockley-park

Illegal and unsafe tyres sold to motorists

Joint operation carried out by carried out by TyreSafe and Trading Standards shows scale of problem with part worn tyre dealers

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/30/illegal-and-unsafe-tyres-sold-to-motorists

Bosch introduces keyless truck entry app

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/29/bosch-introduces-world-first-keyless-truck-entry-app

BCA’s VW Financial Services auction makes £12.6m

BCA has announced that its auction of 1,000 vehicles from Volkswagen Financial Services made in proceeds in excess of £12.6 million.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/29/bca-s-126m-vw-financial-services-auction-breaks-record

Toyota confirms Corolla revival to replace Auris

Toyota is reviving the most famous nameplate in automotive history.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/29/toyota-confirms-corolla-revival-to-replace-auris

Mitsubishi adds entry-level petrol engine to Outlander range

Mitsubishi has expanded the Outlander line-up with a new petrol version, priced from £27,680.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/29/mitsubishi-adds-entry-level-petrol-engine-to-outlander-range

Open data crucial to mobility services

The Government wants to enable a sea change in how people, goods and services are moved around the country by resolving barriers to data sharing.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/29/open-data-crucial-to-mobility-services

New Fiat 500X launches without diesel option

Fiat has revised its 500X crossover with revised styling, new technology and a range of new petrol engines.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/29/new-fiat-500x-launches-without-diesel-option

WLTP drives increase in daily rental bookings

A lack of clarity over future company car tax rates, thanks to the introduction of WLTP, is leading to a rise in daily rental bookings, says Epyx.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/29/wltp-drives-increase-in-daily-rental-bookings

One in three UK fleets use telematics

A third (33%) of UK fleets employ telematics compared to one in five (19%) in Europe, according to new research conducted by Arval.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/29/one-in-three-uk-fleets-use-telematics

Parking and reversing behind one in 10 serious van accidents

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/29/parking-and-reversing-behind-one-in-10-serious-van-accidents

Telematics cuts insurance costs for Zip Water

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/29/telematics-cuts-insurance-costs-for-zip-water

Changes to salary sacrifice could increase cost of cars

Insurance, maintenance, tyres and breakdown cover could now be taxed when provided via a so-called Optional Remuneration Arrangements (OpRA).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/28/changes-to-salary-sacrifice-could-increase-cost-of-cars

All Fleet Services secures three year VE103 contract with Arval UK

All Fleet Services has announced its win of a three-year contract with Arval in the UK to provide VE103 documents.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/28/all-fleet-services-secures-three-year-ve103-contract-with-arval-uk

SHB’s LCV fleet benefits from Versalift UK conversions

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/28/shb-s-15-lcv-fleet-benefit-from-versalift-uk-conversions

GF Gordon takes delivery of a Mercedes-Benz Econic tipper

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/28/gf-gordon-takes-delivery-of-a-mercedes-benz-econic-tipper

Meridian calls for formation of fleet forum to avoid future tax uncertainty

The fleet industry needs to form stronger links with the Government to avoid a repeat of the uncertainty currently engulfing the sector, says Meridian Vehicle Solutions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/28/meridian-calls-for-formation-of-fleet-forum-to-avoid-future-tax-uncertainty

Toyota to invest $500m in Uber

Toyota is expanding its partnership with Uber to jointly develop self-driving vehicles, while also investing $500 million (£387m) into the ride-hailing firm.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/28/toyota-to-invest-500m-in-uber

Commercial vehicle motor factor Digraph opens Peterborough branch

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/28/commercial-vehicle-motor-factor-digraph-opens-peterborough-branch

Renault buys 75% stake in mobility app iCabbi

Renault Group’s finance arm RCI has bought a 75% stake in iCabbi, in response to the rapid growth in the ride hailing sector.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/28/rci-buys-75-stake-in-ride-hailing-taxi-app-icabbi

Electric car sales to overtake diesel by 2020, says Leasing Options

Registrations of electric cars will surpass those of diesel models in July 2020 if current sales trends continue, Leasing Options has predicted.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/28/electric-car-sales-to-overtake-diesel-by-2020-says-leasing-options

WLTP could spell the end of optional extras

Car manufacturers are expected to streamline their model ranges by removing optional extras as a result of WLTP, according to Autovista Group.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/28/wltp-could-spell-the-end-of-optional-extras

ADAS education needed for company car drivers

Arval says fleets need to ensure drivers understand advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) to ensure that they make a positive impact on safety.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/28/adas-education-needed-for-company-car-drivers

JLR autonomous vehicle makes eye contact with pedestrians

Jaguar Land Rover is studying how autonomous vehicles will interact with pedestrians by using virtual eyes to interact with them.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/28/jlr-autonomous-vehicle-makes-eye-contact-with-pedestrians

Celebrating 40 years

Editor in chief Stephen Briers reflects as Fleet News celebrates its 40th birthday

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/editor-s-view-the-big-picture/2018/08/20/celebrating-40-years

Brake launches 'Using technology to improve fleet safety' report

Road safety charity Brake has published a report aimed at showing fleet professionals how they can use technology to improve the safety of their drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/24/brake-launches-using-technology-to-improve-fleet-safety-report

Cutting-edge safety simulator confirmed for Fleet Live

A state-of-the-art driving simulator designed to enhance understanding of fleet safety will be available for fleet decision makers to inspect and trial at Fleet Live.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/24/cutting-edge-safety-simulator-confirmed-for-fleet-live

Enterprise Car Club provides vehicles at Barking Riverside London

Barking Riverside London has teamed up with Enterprise Car Club to provide on-site vehicles for local residents and businesses.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/24/enterprise-car-club-teams-with-barking-riverside-to-provide-on-site-vehicles

Manheim welcomes Mazda’s Tamara Brown to sales team

Manheim has announced the appointment of Tamara Brown to its sales leadership team.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/24/manheim-welcomes-mazda-s-tamara-brown-to-sales-team

EO Charging launches eoALM 'smart-charging' solution for EVs

EO Charging has launched a device that allows non-smart electric vehicle chargers to automatically manage their charging load.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/24/eo-charging-launches-eoalm-smart-charging-solution-for-evs

Audi PB18 e-tron concept showcases future electric technology

Audi has showcased an all-electric supercar concept at Monterey Car Week, in California.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/24/audi-pb18-e-tron-concept-showcases-new-electric-technology

Zego launches PAYG insurance for part-time couriers

Zego has launched a pay-as-you-go insurance product for part-time couriers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/24/zego-launches-payg-insurance-for-part-time-couriers

Enterprise Rent-A-Car supports self-driving taxi scheme

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is using its fleet and finance expertise to support an autonomous vehicle project in the United States.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/connected-fleet/2018/08/24/enterprise-rent-a-car-supports-self-driving-taxi-scheme

FORS to hold six further regional briefings this year

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/24/fors-to-hold-six-further-regional-briefings-this-year

Iveco Daily vans join 1st Choice Tool and Plant Hire fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/24/iveco-daily-vans-join-1st-choice-tool-and-plant-hire-fleet

New Vauxhall Combo Life priced from £19,610

Vauxhall has announced prices for the new Combo Life, its new van-derived people carrier.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/06/07/new-vauxhall-combo-life-priced-from-20-530

HMRC announces new advisory fuel rates from September

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

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/24/hmrc-announces-new-advisory-fuel-rates-from-september

VW launches We Share electric car sharing service

Volkswagen has announced We Share, an all-electric car sharing service in selected major cities.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/23/vw-launches-we-share-electric-car-sharing-service

AA to launch breakdown-preventing app for businesses later this year

The AA is to launch an app which it says has already helped predict and prevent breakdowns for tens of thousands of car drivers across the UK into the business sector later this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/23/aa-to-launch-breakdown-preventing-app-for-businesses-later-this-year

Fleet Live will prepare delegates for a zero emission future

Fleet operators will receive guidance with a transition to a zero emission future at Fleet Live.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/23/fleet-live-will-prepare-delegates-for-a-zero-emission-future

Roanza celebrates UK first female Mercedes-Benz CV breakdown specialist

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/23/roanza-celebrates-uk-first-female-mercedes-benz-cv-breakdown-specialist

East Midlands Ambulance Service fits Michelin Tyres across fleet

East Midlands Ambulance Service (EMAS) has moved its 449-strong ambulance fleet across to a 100% Michelin Agilis CrossClimate tyre policy.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/23/east-midlands-ambulance-service-fits-michelin-tyres-across-fleet

Brake announces Fleet Safety Awards 2018 shortlist

Brake has announced the shortlist for its 2018 annual Fleet Safety Awards sponsored by Trimble Field Service Management.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/23/brake-announces-fleet-safety-awards-2018-shortlist

Blind Veterans UK adds six Volkswagen Transporters to its fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/23/blind-veterans-uk-adds-six-volkswagen-transporters-to-its-fleet

Days left to get licence-checking consents up-to-date

After August 25 automated driving licence checks via third party providers will not be possible unless updated GDPR-compliant driver permission is obtained.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/23/days-left-to-get-licence-checking-consents-up-to-date

M Group Services businesses win prestigious RoSPA safety awards

Four M Group Services businesses have received Occupational Health & Safety Awards from the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/23/m-group-services-businesses-win-prestigious-rospa-safety-awards

Volkswagen Financial Services launch online car and van auctions

Volkswagen Financial Services (VWFS) UK is launching a new series of online car and van auctions, to dispose of unsold stock.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/23/volkswagen-financial-services-launch-online-car-and-van-auctions

Scania restarts V8 engine production and sales

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/23/scania-restarts-v8-engine-production-and-sales

RAF celebrates 100 years with wraps from Ryder

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/23/raf-celebrates-100-years-with-wraps-from-ryder

Mercedes adds new EQ Boost mild hybrid engines to E-Class and CLS

Mercedes-Benz has revised the engine line up for the E Class and CLS adding new mild hybrid powertrains.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/23/mercedes-adds-new-eq-boost-mild-hybrid-engines-to-e-class-and-cls

Government wants to replace diesel delivery vans

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/23/government-wants-to-replace-diesel-delivery-vans

Group 1 Automotive UK implements TMC Fuel+

Group 1 Automotive UK will shortly complete the roll-out of TMC’s Fuel+ service across its 52 UK car dealerships.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/22/group-1-automotive-uk-implements-tmc-fuel

E.ON announce fixed energy tariff with 850 free EV miles

E.ON has announced a new tariff specifically tailored for EV, offering a fixed reward of £30 per year equivalent to 850 free miles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/22/eon-announce-fixed-energy-tariff-with-850-free-ev-miles

Green Elevator Services adds two vans to Mercedes-Benz fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/22/green-elevator-services-adds-two-vans-to-mercedes-benz-fleet

Scania to deliver 26 tippers to Earthline

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/22/scania-to-deliver-26-tippers-to-earthline

Vauxhall showcases electric coupe-SUV concept

Vauxhall has pulled the covers off its GT X Experimental concept, an electric SUV that highlights the brand’s future design direction.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/22/vauxhall-showcases-electric-coupe-suv-concept

Dart Charge for cars to increase 20% for pre-pay account holders

Car drivers using the Dartford Crossing who have signed up to the Dart Charge pre-pay account are to face a 20% increase in their fares.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/22/dart-charge-for-cars-to-increase-20-for-pre-pay-account-holders

Rockingham Motor Speedway to become vehicle logistics hub

Rockingham Motor Speedway plans to become an automotive logistics hub, providing de-fleet, remarketing, refurbishment and storage services.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/22/rockingham-motor-speedway-to-become-vehicle-logistics-hub

Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service chooses Civica

Civica has struck a new £278,000, five-year deal with the Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/22/northern-ireland-fire-and-rescue-service-chooses-civica

Renault announces new Arkana crossover

Renault will reveal a new crossover at the Moscow Motor Show on August 29th.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/22/renault-announces-arkana-crossover

Volvo expands XC40 range with new petrol and diesel engines

Volvo has added a range of new powertrains to its XC40 compact SUV.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/22/volvo-expands-xc40-range-with-new-petrol-and-diesel-engines

FiveAI launches data gathering cars in London ahead of driverless car trials

FiveAI is introducing data gathering cars in the Boroughs of Bromley and Croydon ahead of a planned trial of shared autonomous vehicles in London in 2019.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/22/fiveai-on-track-to-launch-driverless-car-service-for-london

Eddie Stobart arrest highlights importance of fleet policies and procedures

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/22/eddie-stobart-arrest-highlights-importance-of-fleet-policies-and-procedures

Revised Mazda CX-3 available from £18,995 with new diesel engine

Mazda has announced UK pricing and specification for the updated CX-3, with a new 1.8-litre diesel engine.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/22/revised-mazda-cx-3-available-from-18-995-with-new-diesel-engine

Long-term local transport funding needed, says CBI

CBI report – Driving Delivery: Turning plans into action on regional infrastructure – shows complexity of infrastructure decision-making and a lack of transparency

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/21/long-term-local-transport-funding-needed-says-cbi

Audi to launch On Demand mobility service for fleets in 2019

Audi is planning to introduce its On Demand mobility service - which currently allows retail customers to hire cars from one to 28 days - to UK businesses next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/21/audi-launches-on-demand-mobility-service-in-uk

Total Motion opens affinity scheme for fans of Leicester Tigers

Leicester Tigers and Total Motion have struck a partnership deal that sees the company welcomed as the club’s official vehicle partner.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/21/total-motion-opens-affinity-scheme-for-fans-of-leicester-tigers

Costain to implement connected vehicle project on live road

Costain has won a contract to design, install and implement one of the UK’s first pilot connected vehicle corridors on a live road.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/21/costain-to-implement-connected-vehicle-project-on-live-road

Pendragon launches Let's Lease personal contract hire scheme for employees

Pendragon Vehicle Management has launched a personal contract hire scheme aimed at employees who receive a cash allowance or use a salary sacrifice scheme.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/21/pendragon-launches-let-s-lease-personal-contract-hire-scheme-for-employees

UK fleets replace cars and vans earlier than European average

In the UK, the average time before a vehicle is replaced is 3.9 years, but across a basket of 12 other European countries, it is 5.7 years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/21/uk-fleets-replace-cars-and-vans-earlier-than-european-average

Hackney ultra-low emission zone ‘a ban on HGVs’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/21/hackney-ultra-low-emission-zone-a-ban-on-hgvs

August bank holiday traffic roadworks lifted

Highways England will lift and complete hundreds of miles of roadworks as more than 14 million cars take to UK roads over the August bank holiday weekend.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/21/august-bank-holiday-traffic-gridlock-potential

Fleet News launches the Fleet Budget Manifesto 2018

We call on the Chancellor to address key fleet concerns in November’s budget. The fleet industry voices its support.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2018/08/20/fleet-budget-manifesto-2018

Greenpeace anti-diesel campaigners hold blockade at Volkswagen UK HQ

Greenpeace anti-diesel campaigners held a peaceful protest aimed at blocking Volkswagen staff from entering the company’s head office in Milton Keynes this morning.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/20/greenpeace-anti-diesel-campaigners-hold-blockade-at-volkswagen-uk-hq

Prices and Euro 6d diesel engines announced for refreshed Jeep Renegade SUV

The 2019 model year Jeep Renegade SUV will be available with a new range of petrol and Euro 6d diesel engines when it is launched in the UK in September.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/20/new-euro-6d-diesel-engines-announced-for-jeep-renegagde-suv

Royal Mail’s EV Arrival delivery van showcased at Fleet Live

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/20/royal-mail-s-ev-arrival-delivery-van-showcased-at-fleet-live

Siemens to provide London street light EV chargers

Siemens and partner Ubitricity to provide on street residential electric vehicle charging points using existing street light infrastructure with £3.7m investment from Go-Ultra Low City Scheme.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/20/siemens-to-provide-london-street-light-ev-chargers

TruTac helps HGV operators manage DfT’s vehicle testing revisions

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/20/trutac-helps-hgv-operators-manage-dft-s-vehicle-testing-revisions

'Incredible' response to first free EV, hybrid and PHEV training courses

Allianz Partners and Institute of Vehicle Recovery say training courses highlight demand for training in EV technology in the independent recovery market.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/20/allianz-and-ivr-to-launch-free-ev-hybrid-and-phev-training-courses

Alfa Romeo adds Euro 6d diesel engines to Giulia and Stelvio SUV ranges

Euro 6d diesel engines have been added to Alfa Romeo's Giulia and Stelvio ranges as part of a mid-term update programme.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/20/alfa-romeo-adds-euro-6d-diesel-engines-to-giulia-and-stelvio-suv-ranges

Higher crash risk for gig economy drivers, says study

Six in 10 gig economy drivers (63%) said they are not provided with safety training on managing risks on the road, a new study from UCL claims.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/20/higher-crash-risk-for-gig-economy-drivers-says-study

European roads ‘less congested’ than UK

Six in 10 (63%) motorists tell RAC study roads in mainland Europe suffer from fewer queues and 56% said minor roads were less congested.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/20/european-roads-less-congested-than-uk

Wessex Water takes delivery of 67 Renault Kangoo vans

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/08/20/wessex-water-takes-delivery-of-67-renault-kangoo-vans

83% of Brits believe all cars will be autonomous in 120 years, research reveals

83% of Brits believe that in 120 years, cars will be autonomous and 51% think they will levitate, according to research from Goodyear.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/17/83-of-brits-believe-all-cars-will-be-autonomous-in-120-years-research-reveals

FTA Van Excellence announces Fleet Live 2018 partnership

The Freight Transport Association (FTA), has announced its Van Excellence scheme is supporting Fleet Live 2018.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/17/fta-van-excellence-announces-fleet-live-2018-partnership

Anderson EV releases A2 charger with business-focused updates

Anderson EV has launched the A2 next generation charge point, capable of charging an electric car to 80% in just 30 minutes.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/17/anderson-ev-releases-a2-charger-with-business-focused-updates

Artificial intelligence will be commonplace in business, says TomTom telematics

Artificial intelligence is expected to become commonplace in a third of companies within the next decade, according to new research from TomTom telematics.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/17/artificial-intelligence-will-be-commonplace-in-business-says-tom-tom-telematics

Mercedes-Benz delivers 26 vans to Barconn

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/17/mercedes-benz-delivers-26-vans-to-barconn

Cox Automotive and Autotrader launch Dealer Auction online marketplace

Cox Automotive and Auto Trader have launched Dealer Auction, a joint venture that provides car retailers with access to vehicle stock through a digital platform.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/17/cox-automotive-and-autotrader-launch-dealer-auction-online-marketplace

Tyre labelling regulations to be updated by EU

The EU is planning to update and improve current tyre labelling regulations to give fleets and consumers more information when purchasing tyres.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/17/tyre-labelling-regulations-to-be-updated-by-eu

Smart meters could help EV drivers cut bills

Energy minister Claire Perry hails OVO Energy for its “innovative” electric vehicle products - enabled by smart meters.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/17/smart-meters-could-help-ev-drivers-cut-bills

Ford Mondeo Hybrid achieves 123 mpg

A Ford Mondeo Hybrid managed to return 123.7 mpg over an 80 mile journey, as part of an eco-driving challenge.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/17/ford-mondeo-hybrid-achieves-123-mpg

Teletrac Navman reveals top fleet management trends

Fleet businesses report managing costs, growing revenue and retaining customers as the biggest challenges affecting the industry this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/17/teletrac-navman-reveals-top-fleet-management-trends

Genoa bridge collapse: Highways England reassures UK drivers

Highways England has insisted that safety is its number one priority after a bridge collapse in Italy left at least 38 people dead.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/17/genoa-bridge-collapse-highways-england-reassures-uk-drivers

Audi A6 and A7 available with 2.0-litre 40 TDI engine

Audi has confirmed details of its four-cylinder TDI engine available in the new A6 and A7.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/17/audi-a6-and-a7-available-with-20-litre-40-tdi-engine

UK Fleets set for highest hybrid adoption in Europe

UK businesses lead the way with their plans to adopt hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles over the next three years, according to new research by Arval.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/16/uk-fleets-set-for-highest-hybrid-adoption-in-europe

Alphabet GB appoints new head of remarketing from Munich offices

Alphabet GB has appointed Sacha Imamkhan as head of remarketing from Alphabet International’s Munich team.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/16/alphabet-gb-appoints-new-head-of-remarketing-from-munich-offices

Fleet Trak to sell The Driving Doctor software in new partnership

Fleet Trak, a gold rated reseller of TomTom Telematics, has partnered with The Driving Doctor to provide driver behaviour software to its blue-chip customer base.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/16/fleet-trak-to-sell-the-driving-doctor-software-in-new-partnership

Free seminars on FORS and CLOCS collaboration announced

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/16/free-seminars-on-fors-and-clocs-collaboration-announced

Hitachi secures £3.5bn of new business

Hitachi Capital (UK) has announced a significant rise in group profits and strong performance across its five key business units.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/16/hitachi-secures-35bn-of-new-business

Summer holiday traffic highlights importance of route planning

Freer-flowing traffic during the holiday period is saving time and money for businesses using the road network to generate revenue.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/16/summer-holiday-traffic-highlights-importance-of-route-planning

Fitting AEB as standard in vans could save lives

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/16/fitting-aeb-as-standard-in-vans-could-save-lives

Company car is still a vital recruitment tool, says OSV

Employers not offering a company car as part of a recruitment package could be losing out on key talent, according to research from OSV.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/16/company-car-is-still-a-vital-recruitment-tool-says-osv

Transport company fined after driver loses arm

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/16/transport-company-fined-after-driver-loses-arm

National Windscreens opens new centre in York

The new centre is due to open on September 1 and forms part of National Windscreens UK network of 108 fitting and calibration centres.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/16/national-windscreens-opens-new-centre-in-york

City of London introduces emissions-based parking charges

The City of London Corporation has announced the introduction of new emissions based parking charges for on-street parking in the Square Mile.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/15/city-of-london-introduces-emissions-based-parking-charges

Sign Language joins ICFM’s corporate investor programme

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/15/sign-language-joins-icfm-s-corporate-investor-programme

Chevin releases free whitepaper on fleet fuel choice

Chevin Fleet Solutions has released a new whitepaper, ‘Selecting Your Vehicles – the Right Fuel for the Job.’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/15/chevin-releases-free-whitepaper-on-fleet-fuel-choice

Venson celebrates fourth FTA Van Excellence accreditation

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/15/venson-celebrates-fourth-fta-van-excellence-accreditation

FCA UK announces five senior management appointments

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK has announced changes to its senior management structure, including five new appointments

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/15/fca-uk-announces-five-senior-management-appointments

Mercedes-Benz Trucks delivers 4% growth in declining market

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/15/mercedes-benz-trucks-delivers-4-growth-in-declining-market

TMC, Hitachi Capital and BCF Wessex launch Car IQ ECO scheme

A new Employee Car Ownership scheme has been launched by The Miles Consultancy, in partnership with BCF Wessex and Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/15/tmc-hitachi-capital-and-bcf-wessex-launch-car-iq-eco-scheme

Updated Skoda Fabia on sale: prices and specifications

Skoda has facelifted the Fabia, with prices starting at £12,840.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/15/updated-skoda-fabia-on-sale-prices-and-specifications

Green Motion opens new Liverpool branch

Green Motion has opened a new branch in Liverpool as part of a strategy to expand into city centres after establishing sites at all 14 of the UK’s busiest airports.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/15/green-motion-opens-new-liverpool-branch

Eddie Stobart arrest after van driver death

Police are appealing for witnesses after an Eddie Stobart HGV collided with a pedestrian, previously thought to have been driving a VW caddy panel van.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/15/eddie-stobart-arrest-after-van-driver-death

Football causes young drivers to speed, Insurethebox data reveals

Young motorists “dramatically” increased their speed before important football matches, according to insurethebox data.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2018/08/14/football-causes-young-drivers-to-speed-insurethebox-data-reveals

TomTom completes 1.5bn map updates in a month

TomTom has announced the completion of 1.5 billion updates to its digital maps in one month.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/14/tomtom-completes-15bn-map-updates-in-a-month

FleetCheck expands office space by 50%

Ongoing expansion has prompted fleet management software specialist FleetCheck to increase its office space by approximately 50%.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/14/fleetcheck-expands-office-space-by-50

Anglian Water installs on-site Rolec EV charge points

Anglian Water has rolled out Rolec electric vehicle charge points across six UK sites.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/14/anglian-water-rolls-out-on-site-ev-charge-points

12-year ban for Manchester Autospares boss

Modussur Khan of Manchester Autospares (MAL) has been disqualified after he spent money from company's bank account using funds that were dishonestly obtained.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/14/12-year-ban-for-manchester-autospares-boss

Matt Galvin named new Volvo UK sales director

Galvin takes on the new role from his previous position as head of retail sales, and also becomes a member of the company’s executive management group.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/14/matt-galvin-named-new-volvo-uk-sales-director

Used van values decrease in July

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/14/used-van-values-decrease-in-july

Unipart brings fleet operation in-house

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/14/unipart-brings-fleet-operation-in-house

New HGV registrations fall in Q2

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/14/new-hgv-registrations-fall-in-q2

UK true fleet market grows in July

The UK true fleet market grew by 1.4% in July, according to the latest figures from Dataforce.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/14/uk-true-fleet-market-grows-in-july

Seat removes options to simplify model range for WLTP

All new Seat models are now available with fixed trim levels only, removing the ability for customers to add options.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/13/seat-removes-options-to-simplify-model-range-for-wltp

NBRA survey to investigate 'unethical' body repair insurers

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is launching an investigation into insurer treatment of the body repair industry.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/13/nbra-to-investigate-unethical-body-repair-insurers-with-survey

TruTac software rolled out across Kinaxia Logistics fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/13/trutac-software-rolled-out-across-kinaxia-logistics-fleet

FORS bronze accredited to Coventry University in 'UK first'

Coventry University has become the first ‘seat of learning’ in the UK to achieve membership with the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/13/fors-bronze-accredited-to-coventry-university

Death by dangerous cycling law consultation launched

The DfT has launched a consultation on whether a new law equivalent to causing death by dangerous driving should be introduced for cyclists.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/13/death-by-dangerous-cycling-law-consultation-launched

Volkswagen Financial Services launches car rental service

Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has launched a car rental service in the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/13/volkswagen-financial-services-launches-car-rental-service

Diesel used car prices rise at auction

Used diesel and ex-fleet prices continue to rise at auction, while prices of hybrids and EVs have reached an all-time high, according to Aston Barclay.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/13/diesel-used-car-prices-rise-at-auction

Used values remain stable during summer, says BCA Pulse

Used car values too an expected dip in July, as a result of the holiday period, but remain strong with year-on-year values rising by £501.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/13/used-values-remain-stable-during-summer-says-bca-pulse

Honda reveals revised HR-V

A refreshed version of the Honda HR-V compact SUV will go on sale later this year with an updated 1.5-litre petrol engine.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/13/honda-reveals-revised-hr-v

Welsh Ambulance Service increases Renault Master fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/09/welsh-ambulance-service-increases-renault-master-fleet

Autohorn named ‘Yorkshire’s fastest growing business’

Autohorn has been announced as Yorkshire’s fastest growing business in 2018, based on average percentage gain in turnover for five years, compiled by Insider.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/10/autohorn-named-yorkshire-s-fastest-growing-business

Vanarama and CoolKit announce refrigerated van rentals

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/10/vanarama-and-coolkit-create-refrigerated-van-rentals

Volkswagen launches new diesel engine for Touareg SUV

Volkswagen's Touareg SUV can now be ordered with a new 3.0-litre V6 TDI diesel engine, producing 231PS and CO2 emissions of 173g/km.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/10/volkswagen-launches-new-diesel-engine-for-touareg-suv

Ctrack telematics reduce SAS Global’s fleet operating costs

SAS Global Communications is using an advanced telematics solution from Ctrack to enhance fleet performance and reduce operating costs.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/10/ctrack-telematics-reduce-sas-global-s-fleet-operating-costs

Police procurement expert to speak at FleetLive

The director responsible one of the most successful fleet procurement initiatives of the decade will speak at Fleet Live on October 10.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/10/police-forces-procurement-director-to-speak-at-fleetlive

Taxation and duty of care tackled by Alphabet Business Briefings

Alphabet has launched a 'Business Briefings' initiative to help inform fleet-decision makers on topical and key issues.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/10/alphabet-business-briefings-to-help-fleets-with-topical-issues

Smart motorway to increase M62 capacity by a third

The project will see an extra lane added in each direction on the nine-mile stretch of motorway that links the M6 to the M60, with work starting this weekend.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/10/smart-motorway-to-increase-m62-capacity-by-a-third

Greater sharing of train data will help mobility developers

Mobility as a service (MaaS) developers have received a major boost after train companies agreed to publish more real-time information.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/10/mobility-boost-with-greater-sharing-of-train-data

Call for law change after drink-drive figures show increase

New figures from the DfT show that 9,040 people were killed or injured on Britain’s roads in 2016 where a driver was over the legal limit for alcohol.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/09/call-for-law-change-after-drink-drive-figures-show-increase

Knights of Old takes on 10 DAF XF tractor units

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/09/knights-of-old-takes-on-10-daf-xf-tractor-units

ARI to provide fleet management services to Scottish Water

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/09/ari-to-provide-fleet-management-services-to-scottish-water

Tai Tarian adds 69 new Vauxhall vans to its fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/09/tai-tarian-adds-69-new-vauxhall-vans-to-its-fleet

David Macklin joins City Auction Group as operations manager

City Auction Group Rockingham has welcomed David Macklin as operations manager, as he leaves his former PSA role as asset recovery and disposals controller.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/09/david-macklin-joins-city-auction-group-as-operations-manager

Pneumatics Components develops mobile tyre inflation solution for fire service

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/09/pneumatics-components-develops-mobile-tyre-inflation-solution-for-fire-service

Fleet managers to try VR driver training at Fleet Live

Virtual reality (VR) training technology will be available for delegates to try at Fleet Live, the unmissable event for fleet decision makers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/09/fleet-managers-to-try-vr-driver-training-at-fleet-live

FORS Members’ Conference co-sponsored by DCL and VisionTrack

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/09/dcl-and-visiontrack-to-co-sponsor-fors-members-conference

Possible recall for Volkswagen Group plug-in cars

A harmful chemical discovered in a component could force the Volkswagen Group to recall 124,000 electric and hybrid cars from its VW, Audi and Porsche brands.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/09/possible-recall-for-volkswagen-group-plug-in-cars

Audi e-tron boosts range with new recuperation technology

Audi has showcased the new e-tron’s recuperation technology, which can provide up to 30% more range in day-to-day driving.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/09/audi-e-tron-boosts-range-with-new-recuperation-technology

Increased mobility to see switch from car ownership to usage

Instead of using the car to get from A to B, private and business motorists will choose multi-modal options, experts predict.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/09/increased-mobility-to-see-switch-from-car-ownership-to-usage

Fuller's and Pod Point agree electric vehicle charging deal

Pod Point has sealed a three-year preferred supplier deal with Fuller's, launching new charge points at 10 of its London and south-eastern venues.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/08/09/fuller-s-and-pod-point-agree-electric-vehicle-charging-deal

Hyperoptic expands fleet with new VW Crafters

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/09/hyperoptic-expands-fleet-with-new-vw-crafters

National Windscreens opens new £1m distribution centre

Growth and an increasing numbers of windscreen variations has seen National Windscreens open a new £1 million regional distribution centre in Peterborough.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/09/national-windscreens-opens-new-1m-distribution-centre

Almost one in five fleets have 'right-sized vans', finds Arval

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/08/almost-one-in-five-fleets-have-right-sized-vans-finds-arval

Fleet Evolution offers free consultancy over WLTP and OpRA

Fleet Evolution is offering free consultancy to small businesses following the confusion caused by the impact of the WLTP, and the OpRA.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/08/fleet-evolution-offers-free-consultancy-over-wltp-and-opra

Fleets confident of growth despite Brexit concerns, RAM Tracking finds

More than half (55%) of fleet managers surveyed by RAM Tracking are seriously considering expansion over the next 12 months

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/08/more-than-half-of-fleets-expect-to-grow-ram-tracking-survey-finds

Kia Optima gets new 1.6 CRDi engine: prices, specs and CO2

Kia has updated the Optima with a mild facelift and a new diesel engine, to target business users.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/08/kia-optima-gets-new-16-crdi-engine-prices-specs-and-co2

DVSA appoints Marian Kitson as director of enforcement

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has announced the appointment of Marian Kitson as its new director of enforcement.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/08/dvsa-appoints-marian-kitson-as-director-of-enforcement

Fleet risk assessment tool launched for small operators

A new, free online risk assessment tool for SME’s has been created for the Driving for Better Business (DfBB) campaign.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/08/dfbb-launches-fleet-risk-assessment-tool-aimed-smes

GEM Motoring: how to avoid penalty fines

Gem Motoring Assist has asked that UK motorists brush up on their Highway Code amid police’s seven-day speed enforcement operation.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/08/brush-up-on-highway-code-to-avoid-penalty-fines-gem-motoring-urges-uk-drivers

Multifleet secures funding from Santander

Multifleet Vehicle Management has secured a seven figure funding package from Santander Business Banking to expand its contract hire offering.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/08/multifleet-secures-funding-from-santander

Dealers unaware of WLTP deadline, according to Manheim

Car dealers are in a state of confusion about the Worldwide Harmonised Light Vehicle Test Procedure (WLTP), according to new research by Manheim.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/08/dealers-unaware-of-wltp-deadline-according-to-manheim

HMRC to publish AFR for 100% electric cars

HMRC will introduce an advisory fuel rate (AFR) for pure electric cars from September 1 at 4 pence per mile (ppl).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/08/hmrc-to-publish-afr-for-100-electric-cars

Translink adds zero-emission Renault Kangoo ZE to fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/08/translink-adds-zero-emission-renault-kangoo-ze-to-fleet

Volvo adds T5 petrol engine to S90, V90 and XC90

Volvo S90, V90 and XC90 models are now available with a more potent T5 petrol engine.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/08/volvo-adds-t5-petrol-engine-to-s90-v90-and-xc90

Rob Thomas joins DS Automobiles as UK sales director

DS Automobiles has appointed former PSA sales director Rob Thomas as its UK sales director, in conjunction with DS 7 Crossback launch.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/07/rob-thomas-joins-ds-automobiles-as-uk-sales-director

Complete Utilities bolsters fleet with Skoda delivery

Complete Utilities has taken delivery of three Skoda Fabia models and an Octavia vRS to bolster its fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/07/complete-utilities-bolsters-fleet-with-skoda-delivery

Last chance to have your say on Leeds clean air zone proposals

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/07/last-chance-to-have-your-say-on-leeds-clean-air-zone-proposals

WLTP could cause volatility in ex-fleet car market, warns Cazana

The market for ex-fleet cars could face volatility in the coming months as companies wait for the outcome of WLTP, warns Cazana.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/07/wltp-could-cause-volatility-in-ex-fleet-car-market-warns-cazana

Driver stress and wellbeing to come under spotlight at Fleet Live

The hazardous impact of stress and fatigue on company drivers will come under the spotlight at Fleet Live.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/07/driver-stress-and-wellbeing-to-come-under-spotlight-at-fleet-live

Isuzu launches limited edition Utah Luxe

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2018/08/06/isuzu-launches-limited-edition-utah-luxe

Hyundai i30 N Line pricing and specifications

Hyundai has announced pricing for the new i30 N Line, a sportier version of the standard model.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/06/hyundai-i30-n-line-pricing-and-specifications

Reform of van road tax should be ‘postponed’

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/06/reform-of-van-road-tax-should-be-postponed

New van market down in July

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/06/new-van-market-down-in-july

Tax policy for electric vehicles makes ‘zero sense’

BVRLA chief executive Gerry Keaney calls on Government to “get its act together” and address “obvious failures” in short-term tax policies for electric cars.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/08/06/tax-policy-for-electric-vehicles-makes-zero-sense

VW T-Roc 1.6 TDI now available: prices and CO2

Volkswagen has expanded the T-Roc range with a more frugal diesel engine.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/06/vw-t-roc-16-tdi-now-available-prices-and-co2

Diesel new car demand falls by 24%

Diesel registrations fell by 24.4% in July as petrol demand grew by 20.1%, while alternative fuel vehicles enjoyed an uplift of 21%, new SMMT figures show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/06/diesel-new-car-demand-falls-by-24

Howdens Joinery takes delivery of eight DAF tractor units

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/06/howdens-joinery-takes-delivery-of-eight-daf-tractor-units

Michelin accidental damage guarantee pays out for 1,391 tyres

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/06/michelin-accidental-damage-guarantee-pays-out-for-1-391-tyres

Hertz appoints Opal Perry as chief information officer

Hertz Global Holdings has appointed Opal Perry as executive vice president and chief information officer to lead the company's information technology strategy.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/06/hertz-appoints-opal-perry-as-chief-information-officer

Alberto Grippo appointed as Leasys CEO

Leasys has named Alberto Grippo as its new CEO, among a raft of new appointments.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/06/alberto-grippo-appointed-as-leasys-ceo

Wendex Vehicle Rental enters administration

A buyer is being sought for Wendex Vehicle Rental after the business entered administration.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/06/late-payments-force-wendex-vehicle-rental-into-administration

Government’s LTASC fund provides £54m boost to automotive sector

A Government-backed scheme has delivered a £54 million boost to England’s automotive supply chain.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/06/government-s-ltasc-fund-provides-54m-boost-to-automotive-sector

‘Uncertainty’ over petrol and diesel prices

Large degree of volatility in oil price affecting wholesale prices, says RAC.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/06/uncertainty-over-petrol-and-diesel-prices

Cash takers fuel PCH growth

Leasing companies predict more drivers will look for personal leasing deals to avoid rising benefit-in-kin tax.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/06/cash-takers-fuel-pch-growth

HMRC gives BIK tax exemption to undercover police

Government performs U-turn on tax changes that would have seen drivers of unmarked emergency vehicles charged company car tax for journeys made while ‘on-call’.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/08/06/hmrc-gives-bik-tax-exemption-to-undercover-police

Derby air quality plan favours no-CAZ option

Derby City Council is considering three different options to meet its legal obligation to improve air quality.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/08/03/derby-air-quality-plan-favours-no-caz-option

Goodyear to launch ‘CO2 reducing’ truck tyres

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/03/goodyear-launches-co2-reducing-truck-tyres

National Windscreens secures five-year British Army fleet vehicle contract

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/03/national-windscreens-secures-five-year-british-army-fleet-vehicle-contract

Trakm8 invests £1.5m in new manufacturing facility

Trakm8 is expanding into a new manufacturing facility following a £1.5m investment.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/03/trakm8-invests-15m-in-new-manufacturing-facility

Aston Barclay Donington and Leasys announce remarketing partnership

Leasys UK has appointed Aston Barclay Donington as its new remarketing partner to dispose of ex-contract hire vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/03/aston-barclay-donington-and-leasys-uk-announce-remarketing-partnership

Brakes cuts NOx by 47% with Shell gas-to-liquid fuel fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/03/brakes-cuts-nox-by-47-with-shell-gas-to-liquid-fuel-fleet

Vehicle CO2 emissions gap ‘greater than expected’

The CO2 gap is ‘greater than expected’ between NEDC correlated values for vehicles – obtained under the new WLTP test – and existing NEDC data.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/08/03/vehicle-co2-emissions-gap-greater-than-expected

Tuffnells takes on 10 Mercedes-Benz Atego trucks

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/03/tuffnells-takes-on-10-mercedes-benz-atego-trucks

Almost 90% of van drivers could be charged to drive into London, says The Van Insurer

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/03/almost-90-of-van-drivers-could-be-charged-to-drive-into-london-says-the-van-insurer

Mercedes X-Class 350d V6 priced from £38,350

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2018/08/03/mercedes-x-350d-v6-priced-from-38-350

Driving in France: UK motorists risk being fined

UK motorists are ignorant of French driving laws, new research has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/08/03/driving-in-france-uk-motorists-risk-being-fined

West Sussex Council switches fleet to electric with Renault Zoe

West Sussex County Council has added four fully-electric Renault Zoes to its fleet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/03/west-sussex-council-switches-fleet-to-electric-with-renault-zoe

Vauxhall introduces 200PS Insignia 1.6 Direct Injection Turbo

Vauxhall has introduced a new 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine to the Insignia range.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/03/vauxhall-introduces-200ps-insignia-16-direct-injection-turbo

Skoda confirms sporty Karoq Sportline

Following the announcement of the Karoq Scout, Skoda has confirmed a sporty Karoq Sportline will debut at the Paris Motor Show.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/03/skoda-confirms-sporty-karoq-sportline

Enterprise Flex-E-Rent marks 21st UK location with Norwich branch

Enterprise Flex-E-Rent has announced the opening of a new branch in Norwich, marking the company’s 21st UK location.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/07/31/enterprise-flex-e-rent-marks-21st-uk-location-with-norwich-branch

Mercedes to launch telematics service Connect Business

Mercedes-Benz has said it will launch a multi-marque telematics proposition, Connect Business, in quarter four this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/03/mercedes-to-launch-telematics-service-connect-business

Lex Autolease MD Tim Porter to retire

Tim Porter will leave his post as managing director of Lex Autolease at the end of October.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/02/lex-autolease-md-tim-porter-to-retire

Renault Trucks launches 6-tonne rigid 6x2 Master chassis cab

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/02/renault-trucks-launches-6-tonne-rigid-6x2-master-chassis-cab

Dartford Crossing and LCC tolls ‘taken care of’ with BP Fuel Cards

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/02/dartford-crossing-and-lcc-tolls-taken-care-of-with-bp-fuel-cards

Hertz to assist in Aptiv’s Las Vegas autonomous vehicles

The Hertz Corporation has announced that it will provide management and operational services for autonomous vehicles in Las Vegas.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2018/08/02/hertz-to-assist-in-aptiv-s-las-vegas-autonomous-vehicles

FuelGenie to exhibit at Fleet Live 2018

FuelGenie has announced its attendance at Fleet Live 2018, on October 9-10 at Birmingham’s NEC.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/02/fuelgenie-to-exhibit-at-fleet-live-2018

Fraikin Harrow technician joint wins Top Tech Challenge 2018

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/08/02/fraikin-harrow-technician-joint-wins-top-tech-challenge-2018

Skoda will launch Karoq Scout with off-road focus

Skoda has announced the Karoq Scout will be revealed at the Paris Motor Show in October.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/02/skoda-will-launch-karoq-scout-with-off-road-focus

Traffic commissioners report promises better targeting of offenders

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/02/traffic-commissioners-report-promises-better-targeting-of-offenders

UK drivers most likely to submit mileage claims on same day, says SAP Concur

Business drivers in the UK are the most likely in Europe to submit mileage claims on the same day, research from SAP Concur has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/02/uk-fleet-drivers-most-likely-to-submit-mileage-claims-on-same-day-says-sap-concur

New Honda CR-V pricing, specs and CO2 emissions

Honda has confirmed the specification and pricing of the next generation CR-V.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/02/new-honda-cr-v-pricing-specs-and-co2-emissions

70% of HGV drivers ‘recorded’ by Microlise telematics

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/02/70-of-hgv-drivers-recorded-by-microlise-telematics

Two-thirds of drivers fail to check hire cars for damage before use

Two thirds (63%) of drivers fail to check hire cars for damage before using them, research from iCarhireinsurance.com has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/02/two-thirds-of-drivers-fail-to-check-hire-cars-for-damage-before-use

Bharat Forge buys 35% of Tevva Motors

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/02/bharat-forge-buys-35-of-tevva-motors

DHL solar panels will save fuel and reduce CO2

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/02/dhl-solar-panels-will-save-fuel-and-reduce-co2

Venson Automotive Solutions launches WLTP white paper for fleets

Venson Automotive Solutions has urged fleets to get to grips with WLTP means for them and their drivers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/02/venson-automotive-solutions-launches-wltp-white-paper-for-fleets

New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV: prices, specs and CO2 emissions

Mitsubishi has confirmed pricing for the new Outlander PHEV, starting at £34,355.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/02/new-mitsubishi-outlander-phev-prices-specs-and-co2-emissions

Schmitz Cargobull launches dry freight box body kit

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/08/02/schmitz-cargobull-launches-dry-freight-box-body-kit

Local roads maintenance and funding investigated by MPs

A new inquiry into the funding and governance of local roads in England has been launched by the Transport Committee.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/02/local-roads-maintenance-and-funding-investigated-by-mps

Farmdrop sees driver behaviour and efficiency improvements with Geotab telematics

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/01/farmdrop-sees-driver-behaviour-and-efficiency-improvements-with-geotab-telematics

Jaama launches DVSA Earned Recognition Key2 module

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/01/jaama-launches-dvsa-earned-recognition-key2-module

Fix Auto Malvern opens Fix & Go express repair facility

Fix Auto Malvern has become the latest franchisee in the network to expand and open a Fix & Go express repair facility.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/01/fix-auto-malvern-opens-fix-and-go-express-repair-facility

City Auction Group responds to corporate vendor feedback with digital offering update

City Auction Group has announced the launch of a new technology platform, smartphone app and website in response to corporate vendor feedback.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/08/01/city-auction-group-updates-digital-offering-as-per-corporate-vendor-feedback

LeasePlan launches CarNext.com to sell ex-lease cars to drivers

LeasePlan today launched its CarNext.com used car platform in the UK which allows drivers to buy, lease or finance its ex-fleet cars.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/08/01/leaseplan-launches-carnextcom-to-sell-ex-lease-cars-to-drivers

Diesel engines could offer zero-emissions with correct after-treatment

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/08/01/diesel-engines-could-offer-zero-emissions-with-correct-after-treatment

Mini launches Clubman City, designed for fleet customers

Mini has launched a fleet-focused Clubman City, providing key equipment for business use with a low p11d value and low CO2 emissions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/01/mini-launches-clubman-city-designed-for-fleet-customers

Ocado adds ULEMCo hydrogen van to fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/08/01/ocado-adds-ulemco-hydrogen-van-to-fleet

Government ULEV targets ‘unrealistic’ without incentives

Government targets for ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs) branded unachievable, although the fleet sector is committed to accelerating uptake where possible.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/08/01/government-ulev-targets-unrealistic-without-incentives

Suzuki Vitara gets new engines as part of 2019 updates

Suzuki will launch a facelifted Vitara in Septemeber with a number of upgrades inlcuding WLTP calibrated emissions data.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/01/suzuki-vitara-gets-new-engines-as-part-of-2019-updates

Seat introduces Digital Cockpit to the Arona and Ibiza

Seat has made its customisable Digital Cockpit available to Arona and Ibiza customers.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/08/01/seat-introduces-digital-cockpit-to-the-arona-and-ibiza

Chargemaster offers AA hotels ‘free’ EV charge point

All 4,000 or so AA hotels and B&Bs are being offered electric vehicle charge points installed at no cost, thanks to a strategic partnership with Chargemaster.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/08/01/chargemaster-offers-aa-hotels-free-ev-charge-point

Free service for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/08/01/free-service-for-volkswagen-commercial-vehicles