Seat to further improve fleet customer experience after FN50 recognition

Seat has reiterated its commitment to innovate to improve its fleet customer experience after being named one of the top performers in the leasing industry.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/30/seat-to-further-improve-fleet-customer-experience-after-fn50-recognition

Fleets should include diesel in mobility mix

The latest Euro 6d-Temp approved diesels can play their part in the modern fleet, according to Alphabet.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/30/fleets-should-include-diesel-in-mobility-mix

Hickin appointed head of business sales for Citroën UK

Ed Hickin has been appointed head of business sales for Citroën in the UK, where his remit will be to maximise Citroën LCV and passenger car sales, primarily through the Citroën Business Centre Network.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/30/hickin-appointed-head-of-business-sales-for-citroen-uk

Drivers three times more likely to be breathalysed in December

As the countdown to Christmas begins, drivers are being warned they are nearly three times more likely to be breathalysed in December than a normal month.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/30/drivers-three-times-more-likely-to-be-breathalysed-in-december

Hewett appointed as chief executive of Thatcham Research

Hewett joins from Octo Telematics where he was global chief marketing officer and drove business growth at board level.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/30/hewett-appointed-as-chief-executive-of-thatcham-research

World’s ‘biggest’ trial of electric commercial vehicles launched in the UK

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/30/world-s-biggest-trial-of-electric-commercial-vehicles-launched-in-the-uk

Operation Vision Zero records more than 4,700 driving offences

Transport for London (TfL) and the Metropolitan Police targeted illegal, dangerous and careless driving during a two-week programme of enforcement.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/30/operation-vision-zero-records-more-than-4-700-driving-offences

Thousands of ‘free’ EV charge points to be installed at Tesco sites

Volkswagen and Tesco will develop what they claim will be by the UK’s largest retail electric vehicle (EV) charging network, powered by Pod Point.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/30/thousands-of-free-ev-charge-points-to-be-installed-at-tesco-sites

Commercial Fleet Awards 2018: the results

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/28/commercial-fleet-awards-2018-the-results

Energy Saving Trust reveals 2018 UK Fleet Heroes

Fleets from throughout the UK have been recognised for their work to reduce their impact on the environment at the Energy Saving Trust’s Fleet Heroes awards.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/29/energy-savings-trust-reveals-2018-uk-fleet-heroes

Ford Edge facelift introduces more safety tech

Ford has enhanced the comfort and performance of its Edge SUV, with the launch of a new facelifted model.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/29/ford-edge-facelift-introduces-more-safety-tech

Fleets face ‘steep learning curve’ over fuel choice next year

Many fleets will experience ‘quite a steep learning curve’ next year as a wider choice of vehicles offering different fuel types come to market, says Arval.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/11/29/fleets-face-steep-learning-curve-over-fuel-choice-next-year

First ultra-low emission zone signs go up in London

Transport for London (TfL) has begun installing more than 300 ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) warning signs across central London.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/2018/11/29/first-ultra-low-emission-zone-signs-go-up-in-london

New Kia Soul will launch in 2019 with 64kWh battery

The next-generation Kia Soul EV will be available in the first half of 2019, featuring a 64kWh battery.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/29/new-kia-soul-will-launch-in-2019-with-64kwh-battery

Worsening van driver shortage leaves businesses ‘fearful’ for 2019, Van Excellence reveals

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/28/worsening-van-driver-shortage-leaves-businesses-fearful-for-2019-van-excellence-reveals

Chevin welcomes ambulance report recommending fleet management software

Chevin Fleet Solutions has welcomed a recent report by Lord Carter highlighting a need for fleet management software investment within ambulance services.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/28/chevin-welcomes-ambulance-report-recommending-fleet-management-software

Excitement builds as Commercial Fleet Awards finalists announced

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/28/excitement-builds-as-commercial-fleet-awards-finalists-announced

Toyota adds all-wheel drive option to 2019 Prius hybrid range

Toyota’s 2019 Prius range will be available with an electric all-wheel drive system: the first model from the manufacturer to offer its Hybrid AWD-i technology.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/28/toyota-adds-all-wheel-drive-option-to-2019-prius-hybrid-range

Mazda unveils new Mazda3 hatchback

Mazda has unveiled its new Mazda3 hatchback which will be rolled out to global markets in early 2019.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/28/mazda-unveils-new-mazda3-hatchback

Specialist Fleet Services to provide new Corby and Kettering Council fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/28/kettering-and-corby-council-announce-merger-and-new-fleet

Government should help alternative fuels flourish, says AA

The AA has called on British Government to help alternative fuels flourish, as the fleet industry indicates a “strong desire” to use them.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/28/government-should-help-alternative-fuels-flourish-says-aa

Virtuo to open new Stratford and Shepherd’s Bush sites

Virtuo has announced further expansion through London with new sites in Stratford International and Shepherd’s Bush/Hammersmith.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/28/virtuo-to-open-new-stratford-and-shepherd-s-bush-sites

Company fined £2.3m after failure to act on telematics warnings led to fatal collision

A company that failed to act on numerous warnings about the driving of one of its employees, who went on to kill two people when he crashed into a supermarket, has been fined £2.3 million

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/28/company-fined-23m-after-failure-to-act-on-telematics-warnings-led-to-fatal-collision

Goodyear launches new mixed service Omnitrac tyre range

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/27/goodyear-launches-new-mixed-service-omnitrac-tyre-range

Brexit deal critical to UK automotive industry, says SMMT

A no deal Brexit could harm three quarters of automotive businesses in the UK, according to a new survey by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/11/27/brexit-deal-critical-to-uk-automotive-industry-says-smmt

Strong financial year sees Synergy welcome eight new recruits

Synergy Automotive has made a further eight new appointments marking its “strongest financial year to date”.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/27/strong-financial-year-sees-synergy-welcome-eight-new-recruits

FORS welcomes motorcycle fleets as it widens remit

FORS will soon encompass powered two-wheeler (P2W) fleets of motorcycles and mopeds into its scheme, as its remit expands.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/27/fors-welcomes-motorcycle-fleets-as-it-widens-remit

BNP Paribas appoints Oliver Batty as business development manager

BNP Paribas Rental Solutions has announced the appointment of Oliver Batty as business development manager.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/27/bnp-paribas-appoints-oliver-batty-as-business-development-manager

Dacia Duster Blue dCi diesel SUV now available with four-wheel drive

Dacia has added a four-wheel drive Blue dCi diesel version to its Duster SUV range.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/27/dacia-duster-blue-dci-diesel-suv-now-available-with-four-wheel-drive

Skoda to supply Octavia and Kodiaq SUVs to London Air Ambulance

Skoda UK has renewed its contract with London’s Air Ambulance to replace its current Skoda fleet with three Octavia vRS estate models and two Kodiaq SUVs.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/27/skoda-to-supply-octavia-and-kodiaq-suvs-to-london-air-ambulance

SUV drivers should understand the limitations of their vehicles this winter

SUV and Crossover drivers should be reminded of the limitations of their vehicles this winter, suggest Arval.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/27/suv-drivers-warned-to-understand-the-limitations-of-their-vehicles-this-winter

More than 80% of vans do not comply with ULEZ rules, says Cox Automotive

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/27/more-than-80-of-vans-do-not-comply-with-ulez-rules-says-cox-automotive

Fleets say electric vehicles will become “dominant” in next 10 years

Electric vehicles are expected to become dominant in 89% of fleets before the end of the next decade, according to a new study by Geotab.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/27/electric-vehicles-to-become-dominant-in-next-10-years

FM Conway adds two electric vans to London fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/27/fm-conway-adds-two-electric-vans-to-london-fleet

DRIVEN autonomous vehicle trials to begin on London’s roads this month

Autonomous vehicle trials carried out by the DRIVEN consortium will begin on London’s roads before Christmas.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/26/driven-autonomous-vehicle-trials-to-begin-on-london-s-roads-this-month

Vauxhall confirms more Ellesmere Port job cuts

Vauxhall will cut almost 250 jobs at it Ellesmere Port plant next year, as it targets further cost reductions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/26/vauxhall-confirms-more-ellesmere-port-job-cuts

Fleets to run vehicles for longer until WLTP uncertainty is cleared up

Fleets are considering delaying disposal of their vehicles until the uncertainty surrounding WLTP is cleared up, says ADESA Remarketing.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/26/fleets-to-run-vehicles-for-longer-until-wltp-uncertainty-is-cleared-up

Dashcam use expected to rise as Police begin using footage as evidence

Two-thirds of drivers could be using dashcams in the coming months, according to a new poll from the AA.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/26/dashcam-use-expected-to-rise-as-police-begin-using-footage-as-evidence

Continental Tyres appoints new commercial fleet sales manager

Continental Tyres appointed Neil Davies as its new commercial fleet sales manager, strengthening its ongoing Bandvulc integration.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/26/continental-tyres-appoints-new-commercial-fleet-sales-manager

Volvo Trucks announces Robert Grozdanovski as UK and Ireland MD

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/26/volvo-trucks-announces-robert-grozdanovski-as-uk-and-ireland-md

O'Donovan Waste implements compulsory counter terrorism training

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/26/o-donovan-waste-implements-compulsory-counter-terrorism-training

ADLV expects growth in online licence checks by local authority fleets

The ADLV is expecting a marked increase in online licence checks from local authorities after the DVLA ends its driver licence check service in December.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/26/adlv-expects-growth-in-online-licence-checks-by-local-authority-fleets

Logistics company fined after driver suffers crush injuries

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/26/logistics-company-fined-after-driver-suffers-crush-injuries

Princebuild to run Michelin CrossClimate+ and Agilis CrossClimate tyres

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/26/princebuild-to-run-michelin-crossclimate-and-agilis-crossclimate-tyres

DVSA targets older truck tyres in new crackdown

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/26/dvsa-targets-older-truck-tyres-in-new-crackdown

Verizon Connect launches new GPS tracking system

Verizon Connect is expanding its fleet management system Reveal to enable businesses to manage assets in addition to their vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/26/verizon-connect-launches-new-gps-tracking-system

Car parts manufacturer fined after worker injured

A North East-based car parts manufacturer has been fined £134,000 after a worker was seriously-injured.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/26/car-parts-manufacturer-fined-after-worker-injury

Andrew Cope joins Fleetondemand as executive chairman

Fleetondemand has appointed Andrew Cope as executive chairman, following a £5m investment in the tech firm by the British Growth Fund (BGF).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/26/andrew-cope-joins-fleetondemand-as-executive-chairman

Finalists announced for 2018 Commercial Fleet Awards

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/23/finalists-announced-for-2018-commercial-fleet-awards

European car registrations drop 7.1% in October as WLTP effect continues

The European car market continued to decline in October 2018, as 1.12 million vehicles were registered during the month, down 7.1% on the same time last year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/23/european-car-registrations-drop-71-in-october-as-wltp-effect-continues

Donnelly Group extends fleet offering in Northern Ireland

Vehicle retailer Donnelly Group has extended its Donnelly Fleet services to all nine of its locations across Northern Ireland.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/23/donnelly-group-extends-fleet-offering

Ford's Transport Operations team raises cycle safety awareness

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/23/ford-s-transport-operations-team-raises-cycle-safety-awareness

Audi unveils new A1 Sportback

Audi’s second-generation A1 premium hatchback will be available only as a five-door, with the manufacturer opting not to continue with three-door variants.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/23/audi-unveils-new-a1-sportback

Government approves Nottingham’s air quality plan

Nottingham City Council becomes the first local authority to have plans to improve air quality approved by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/23/government-approves-nottingham-s-air-quality-plan

Bosch to lead £8m UK connected car project

Bosch is leading a consortium to create a facility for the exchange of data which will be critical to the future of mobility.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/23/bosch-to-lead-8m-uk-connected-car-project

Pendragon to appeal fine for failing to disclose ex-rental car history

Pendragon is to appeal a £144,000 fine after a court ruled that it failed to tell a customer that a used car it sold was an ex-rental vehicle.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/23/pendragon-to-appeal-fine-for-failing-to-disclose-ex-rental-car-history

2019 Range Rover Evoque available with hybrid engine

The Range Rover Evoque will be available with hybrid-electric engines for the first time from next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/22/2019-range-rover-evoque-available-with-hybrid-engine

HMRC publishes new advisory fuel rates from December

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

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/22/hmrc-publishes-new-advisory-fuel-rates-from-december

Police get funding to use dashcam evidence

Measures to combat road rage and encourage more mutual respect between road users have been released in a two-year Government action plan.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/22/police-get-funding-to-use-dashcam-evidence

DAF Trucks opens new £20m UK HQ

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/22/daf-trucks-opens-new-20m-uk-hq

Majority of transport workers feel lonely, says British Red Cross

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/22/majority-of-transport-workers-feel-lonely-says-british-red-cross

Close Brothers and Imperial Commercials strike partnership deal

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/22/close-brothers-and-imperial-commercials-strike-partnership-deal

Simplytrak recovers stolen Amazon delivery vehicle

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/22/simplytrak-recovers-stolen-amazon-delivery-vehicle

Demand high for used vans at BCA

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/22/demand-high-as-buyers-compete-for-lcvs-at-bca

ADESA opens first strategic de-fleet centre in Newbury

ADESA has opened its first strategic de-fleet centre in Newbury, Berkshire, as the remarketing company grows its presence in the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/22/adesa-opens-first-strategic-de-fleet-centre-in-newbury

New Ford Focus Active to launch in January

Ford is expanding the Focus range with a new Active crossover, the first SUV-inspired Focus model.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/22/new-ford-focus-active-to-launch-in-january

Changes to yellow box junction rules could prove costly for fleets

Two-thirds of drivers (67%) say they find it difficult to get through some yellow box junctions without stopping, while 13% say this is the case for most they encounter, new research from the RAC suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/22/change-in-yellow-box-junction-rules-could-prove-costly-for-fleets

Garage bosses allowed disqualified director to run company

Two garage bosses have been banned after they allowed a disqualified director, who happened to be their husband and ex-husband respectively, to run their company.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/22/garage-bosses-allowed-disqualified-director-to-run-company

Bill to standardise electric vehicle charging welcomed by the AA

The Electric Vehicles (Standardised Recharging) Bill aims to make provision for standardised payment for charging and vehicle connectors.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/22/bill-to-standardise-electric-vehicle-charging-welcomed-by-the-aa

One in four drivers want compulsory dashcams

A quarter (25%) of drivers would be like to see dashcams made compulsory in cars, new research from GoCompare Car Insurance suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/22/one-in-four-drivers-want-compulsory-dash-cams

Seat launches Tarraco flagship SUV

Seat will enter the seven-seat SUV market in early 2019 with the launch of its new flagship, the Tarraco.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/09/19/seat-unveils-tarraco-flagship-suv

Encore helps to bridge driver shortage gap

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/21/encore-helps-to-bridge-driver-shortage-gap

Toyota Mirai hydrogen car joins UCL fleet

University College London says car will help further its research into advanced powertrain technologies and serve as practical, zero emission transport for staff.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/21/toyota-mirai-hydrogen-car-joins-ucl-fleet

Chevin encourages fleets to reduce risk with fleet management software

Chevin is urging “spreadsheet fleets” to consider a fleet management system, in order to reduce risk.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/21/chevin-encourages-fleets-to-reduce-risk-with-fleet-management-software

New approach to maintenance needed due to rise of PCH

PCH vehicles in corporate circles could be neglected due to a lack of inclusive maintenance packages, warns epyx.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/21/new-approach-to-maintenance-needed-due-to-rise-of-pch

Trakm8 shares slump after ‘disappointing’ half-year results

Telematics company Trakm8 has revealed a “disappointing” set of half year results, with revenues down by 38% to £8.8 million.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/21/trakm8-shares-slump-after-disappointing-half-year-results

Lightfoot receives £3.2m to bring its connected car technology to more fleets

Telematics and driver behaviour firm Lightfoot has received a £3.2m investment and welcomed two new board members.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/21/lightfoot-receives-32m-to-bring-its-connected-car-technology-to-more-fleets

Thierry Bolloré to temporarily replace Ghosn at Renault

Renault has temporarily appointed Thierry Bolloré as deputy chief executive, while Carlos Ghosn remains “temporarily incapacitated”.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/21/thierry-bollore-to-temporarily-replace-ghosn-at-renault

Renault appoints new commercial trucks and services director

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/21/renault-appoints-new-commercial-trucks-and-services-director

Lilwall appointed new MD and VP at Teletrac Navman

Teletrac Navman has appointed Richard Lilwall as the new vice president and managing director of its Europe division.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/21/lilwall-appointed-new-md-and-vp-at-teletrac-navman

BT launches EV company car scheme

BT has launched its first dedicated electric vehicle (EV) company car scheme, with support from BT Fleet Solutions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/21/bt-launches-ev-company-car-scheme

Council parking ‘profits’ rise again, reports RAC Foundation

Councils in England have seen their parking ‘profits’ rise by almost a third (32%) in just four years.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/20/council-parking-profits-rise-again-reports-rac-foundation

O&H works with Yorkshire Ambulance Service to deliver new fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/20/oandh-works-with-yorkshire-ambulance-service-to-deliver-new-fleet

New fleet for John McNally Haulage

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/20/new-fleet-for-john-mcnally-haulage

FORS addresses ‘trucks as weapons’ threat

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/20/fors-addresses-trucks-as-weapons-threat

Millennials most likely to drive dangerously, finds Fulton Leasing

Drivers aged 35 and under are responsible for the majority of frequent driving violations, research from Fulton Leasing has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/20/millennials-most-likely-to-drive-dangerously-finds-fulton-leasing

New car sales recover slightly as model availability improves

Following September’s decline of 22.49%, October's registrations were down 2.9% year-on-year, leaving the market down 7.2% year-to-date, with WLTP still impacting on model availability.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/20/new-car-sales-recover-slightly-as-model-availability-improves

Kia and Hyundai to launch connected services with Vodafone

Kia and Hyundai Motors have entered a new partnership with Vodafone, to provide drivers with fully-connected in-car infotainment and connected car services.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/20/kia-and-hyundai-to-launch-connected-services-with-vodafone

Decision-makers fail to recognise cost benefits of electric cars, says Fleet Evolution

Fleet decision-makers are failing to recognise the cost benefits of electric cars, says Fleet Evolution.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/20/decision-makers-fail-to-recognise-cost-benefits-of-electric-cars-says-fleet-evolution

TBC Conversions wins £8m contract with Genus Breeding

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/11/20/tbc-conversions-wins-8m-contract-with-genus-breeding

Finalists revealed for Fleet Heroes Awards 2018

Finalists for the Fleet Heroes Awards 2018 have been announced, with the winners due to be revealed on Tuesday (November 27) at the De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms in central London.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/20/finalists-revealed-for-fleet-heroes-awards-2018

British Gas launches new tariff for EV drivers

British Gas has launched Green Drive Nov 2020, a new smart time-of-use tariff for electric vehicle users.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/20/british-gas-launches-new-tariff-for-ev-drivers

Carlos Ghosn ‘investigated’ over financial misconduct

Carlos Ghosn, chairman of Nissan, could be removed from his post over financial misconduct claims.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/19/carlos-ghosn-investigated-over-financial-misconduct

True fleet sales decline 6.1% in October

True fleet sales were 6.1% down in October, despite the overall market’s improved performance of -2.9%.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/19/true-fleet-sales-decline-61-in-october

Drivers warned to delete all personal data at defleet

Cyber security agency Vehicle Data Clear says fleets should start treating cars like phones by removing personal data at the end of contract.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/19/drivers-warned-to-delete-all-personal-data-at-defleet

Government accused of U-turn on salary sacrifice cars

Tusker, one of the country’s leading providers of cars via salary sacrifice maintains it remains a “unique and valuable” benefit for employees.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/19/government-accused-of-u-turn-on-salary-sacrifice-cars

Highways England warns drivers to be aware of Gritters

Highways England is urging motorists to be more aware of Gritters this winter after 36 were involved in collisions last year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/19/highways-england-warns-drivers-to-be-aware-of-gritters

Road Safety Week: Vulnerable road-users at greater risk

Bikers and cyclists are 63 times more likely to be killed or seriously injured on British roads, per mile travelled, than car drivers, new research from Brake suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/19/road-safety-week-vulnerable-road-users-at-greater-risk

HPI highlights best-performing plug-in hybrid residuals

HPI has drawn up a list of the petrol hybrids with the strongest residual values.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/19/hpi-highlights-best-performing-plug-in-hybrid-residuals

Cleveland Fire Brigade expands fleet with new Skodas

Skoda will supply 14 fully converted Octavia Scout models to Cleveland Fire Brigade.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/19/cleveland-fire-brigade-expands-fleet-with-new-skodas

New affinity car scheme launched by Agnew Leasing

Agnew Leasing has launched a new affinity car scheme aimed at giving employees access to special offers and discounts on new cars.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/19/new-affinity-car-scheme-launched-by-agnew-leasing

New Honda CR-V Hybrid emits 120g/km of CO2

Honda has released pricing and specifications details for the new CR-V hybrid, which is available to order now.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/09/19/honda-to-launch-cr-v-hybrid-suv-in-the-uk-in-october

Budget disappoints despite fleet sector lobbying, says Stephen Briers

The longest Budget statement on record has few moments of cheer for the fleet industry, despite lobbying

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-fleet-news/editor-s-view-the-big-picture/2018/11/12/budget-disappoints-despite-fleet-sector-lobbying-says-stephen-briers

20% of drivers experience road rage at least once a week, BigChange finds

One-in-five drivers experience road rage at least once a week, research from BigChange has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/16/20-of-drivers-experience-road-rage-at-lease-once-a-week-bigchange-finds

Toyota to relaunch Corolla saloon in UK after 15-year absence

Toyota has unveiled its new Corolla saloon, which will be launched in the UK alongside hatchback and estate variants early next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/16/toyota-to-relaunch-corolla-saloon-in-uk-after-15-year-absence

Volvo reminds businesses to ensure they have a winter policy

With weather forecasters predicting the UK could be facing another harsh winter, Volvo is recommending a number of ways to keep company car drivers safe during the colder months.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/16/volvo-reminds-businesses-to-ensure-they-have-a-winter-policy

ACFO renews call for plug-in hybrid advisory fuel rates following BBC report

ACFO has renewed its calls for plug-in hybrid vehicle advisory fuel rates to be introduced after reports that many employees do not charge their PHEVs.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/16/acfo-renews-call-for-plug-in-hybrid-advisory-fuel-rates-following-bbc-report

JLR trials infrastructure tech to help drivers avoid red lights

Jaguar Land Rover is trialing new vehicle to infrastructure technology that helps drivers plan ahead with vehicle speeds to avoid getting stuck at red lights.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/15/jlr-trials-infrastructure-tech-to-help-drivers-avoid-red-lights

SsangYong added as supplier on Government framework agreement

SsangYong can now pitch to win fleet contracts with the Crown Commercial Service (CCS) as it has now been added to the Government framework agreement.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/article/2018/11/15/ssangyong-added-as-supplier-on-government-framework-agreement

Renault Master ZE priced from £45,700

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/15/renault-master-ze-priced-from-45-700

Traffic congestion beats social media as drivers’ biggest worry, says IAM RoadSmart

Traffic congestion is now the top concern among UK motorists, overtaking drivers that use their mobile phone at the wheel.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/article/2018/11/15/traffic-congestion-beats-social-media-as-drivers-biggest-worry-says-iam-roadsmart

BMW boosts range and cuts CO2 on 3 Series plug-in hybrid for 2019

BMW’s 330e plug-in hybrid will have a zero emissions range of 37 miles and CO2 emissions of 39g/km when it goes on sale in in the UK in July next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/15/bmw-boosts-zero-emissions-range-and-cuts-co2-on-new-3-series-plug-in-hybrid

FTA confident UK logistics industry can achieve zero tailpipe emissions by 2050

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/15/fta-confident-uk-logistics-industry-can-achieve-zero-tailpipe-emissions-by-2050

Diesel profits up 14.5% for fuel retailers, says FairFuelUK

The profit taken from diesel per litre at the pumps increased by 14.5% to 11.06p per litre over the last two months, according to new analysis from FairFuelUK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/15/diesel-profits-up-145-for-fuel-retailers-says-fairfueluk

ChargePoint Services and MFG add 21 new rapid chargers to network

ChargePoint Services and MFG have worked together to add 21 new electric vehicle rapid charger points to its GeniePoint network in the last month.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/15/chargepoint-services-and-mfg-add-21-new-rapid-chargers-to-network

Ash Waste prepares for expansion with r2c Online software

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/15/ash-waste-prepares-for-expansion-with-r2c-online-software

Fleet News Awards: an appeal from Stephen Briers

If you’re reading this and you’re a professional running a fleet of vehicles, I would like to encourage you to enter the Fleet News Awards 2019.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/15/fleet-news-awards-an-appeal-from-stephen-briers

Telematics cuts young driver casualties by 35%

Telematics has played a role in reducing insurance costs for young drivers as it has cut casualties by more than a third since 2011, LexisNexis Risk Solutions reports.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/15/telematics-cuts-young-driver-casualties-by-35

Crash map reveals Britain’s riskiest roads

Motor insurer Ageas, using analysis from the Road Safety Foundation (RSF), has revealed Britain’s riskiest roads.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/15/crash-map-reveals-britain-s-riskiest-roads

Addison Lee loses at Employment Appeal Tribunal

Addison Lee has lost its an employment tribunal appeal following a previous ruling that drivers are entitled to national minimum wage and holiday pay.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/15/addison-lee-loses-at-employment-appeal-tribunal

Volkswagen introduces first ‘high voltage experts’ to dealer network

Volkswagen has trained 30 technicians to work at the highest level of electric vehicle battery technology within its retail network.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/15/volkswagen-introduces-first-high-voltage-experts-to-dealer-network

FTA supports Brexit draft agreement

FTA has called the Government’s Brexit draft agreement ‘a decisive step forwards in the process of the UK’s departure from the EU’.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/15/fta-supports-brexit-draft-agreement

Used car remarketing in prime position as new car sales struggle - Cazana

The fleet industry has been left in a state of anticipation thanks to the October 29 Budget which offered little to sector.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/used-car-remarketing-in-prime-position-as-new-car-sales-struggle-cazana

Fleet Assist expands plug-in vehicle SMR network capabilities

Fleet Assist has responded to rising registrations of alternatively-fuelled cars by ensuring plug-in vehicle SMR capability across its network.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/14/fleet-assist-expands-plug-in-smr-network-capabilities

DriveTech welcomes Nick Butler as new fleet director

DriveTech had appointed Nick Butler as its new fleet director, taking over from Chris Thornton who is retiring.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/14/drivetech-welcomes-nick-butler-as-new-fleet-director

Seat showcases mobility innovations at Smart City Expo World Congress

Seat is presenting a range of solutions for improving mobility at the Smart City Expo World Congress, which is currently taking place in Barcelona.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/14/seat-showcases-mobility-innovations-at-smart-city-expo-world-congress

Head of fleet Tom Brennan leaves Audi

Fleet News understands that Audi head of fleet Tom Brennan has left the business with immediate effect.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/14/head-of-fleet-tom-brennan-leaves-audi

Sheffield to consult on charging clean air zone

Sheffield City Council has announced plans to create a clean air zone, including charges for vehicles using the inner ring road.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/sheffield-to-consult-on-charging-clean-air-zone

John Lewis & Partners targets greater efficiency with Paragon software

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/13/john-lewis-and-partners-targets-greater-efficiency-with-paragon-software

EST scheme brings fleets and local authorities together

The Energy Saving Trust (EST) has launched a new scheme to bring local authorities and businesses together to try and create clarity over Clean Air Zone projects.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/est-scheme-brings-fleets-and-local-authorities-together

TomTom named Europe’s largest fleet management solutions provider

TomTom Telematics has been named as the largest provider of fleet management solutions in Europe for the fourth successive year by Berg Insight.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/tomtom-named-europe-s-largest-fleet-management-solutions-provider-1

ETSC campaign supports future EU vehicle safety standards

The European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) has launched a new social media campaign to support the introduction of future EU vehicle safety standards.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/11/13/etsc-campaign-supports-future-eu-vehicle-safety-standards

Workplace parking levies work better than clean air zones, academic claims

Local authorities should focus on bringing in workplace parking levies rather than introducing Clean Air Zones, a leading transport academic has claimed.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/business-parking-charges-work-better-than-clean-air-zones-academic-claims

Teletrac Navman highlights illegal driver habits

Teletrac Navman has published a shareable guide highlighting 20 illegal habits drivers may not know are against the law.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/13/teletrac-navman-highlights-illegal-driver-habits

Wellingborough Homes completes fleet renewal with Citroen vans

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/13/wellingborough-homes-completes-fleet-renewal-with-citroen-relay-and-dispatch-vans

Anglian Water head of fleet services Stewart Lightbody to join ACFO board

Stewart Lightbody, head of fleet services at Anglian Water, is to join the board of ACFO following Phil Redman's decision to retire at the end fo the year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/anglian-water-head-of-fleet-services-stewart-lightbody-joins-acfo-board

Fleet drivers failing to charge plug-in hybrids could risk Government backing

Company car drivers failing to charge their plug-in hybrids means the fleet industry warns losing Government backing, warns TMC.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/fleet-drivers-failing-to-charge-plug-in-hybrids-could-risk-government-backing

Mediafleet wins Europcar contract for Heathrow Airport bus fleet graphics

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/13/mediafleet-to-design-europcar-s-heathrow-airport-bus-fleet-graphics

InstaVolt installs 200th EV rapid charger

InstaVolt has installed its 200th rapid charger, having put its first unit in the ground in Devon just over 12 months ago.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/13/instavolt-installs-200th-ev-rapid-charger

Arnold Clark's Eddie Hawthorne named as Cash for Kids charity chairman

Arnold Clark chairman and chief executive Eddie Hawthorne has been named as the new chairman of the Board of Trustees at Radio Clyde's Cash for Kids charity.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/13/arnold-clark-chairman-eddie-hawthorne-named-as-cash-for-kids-charity-chairman

Sales of new HGVs fall in Q3, says SMMT

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/13/demand-for-new-heavy-goods-vehicles-falls

Businesses urged to join truck pricing cartel claim

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/13/businesses-urged-to-join-truck-pricing-cartel-claim

WLTP backlog fuels used market in October

Demand for used cars has remained high in October, with strong residual values for ex-fleet vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/13/wltp-backlog-fuels-used-market-in-october

New Mercedes A-Class diesel avoids 4% BIK surcharge

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/13/new-mercedes-a-class-diesel-avoids-4-bik-surcharge

Ignorance around European rules for winter tyres

Nine in 10 (87%) of motorists are unaware which countries on mainland Europe mandate winter tyres, a survey suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/13/ignorance-around-european-rules-for-winter-tyres

Advertisement Feature: No news is good news?

Advertisement feature from Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions No news is good news?

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/07/advertisement-feature-no-news-is-good-news

Bibby invests £1m to install in-cab cameras across entire fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/12/bibby-invests-1m-to-install-in-cab-cameras-across-entire-fleet

Fleet drivers can reduce exposure to dangerous air pollutants with Airbubbl

Airbubble launches in-car air purifier to protect fleet drivers from dangerous gases in their vehicle.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/fleet-drivers-can-reduce-exposure-to-dangerous-air-pollutants-with-airbubbl

Engenie enters 15-year EV charge point partnership with M7

Engenie announced its new partnership with M7 Real Estate to install rapid EV chargers across all of M7’s out of town retail warehouses.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/engenie-enters-15-year-ev-charge-point-partnership

FleetCheck achieves ISO 27001 information security standard

Fleet management software provider FleetCheck has achieved the ISO 27001 information security standard.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/fleetcheck-achieves-iso-27001-information-security-standard

Free-to-attend breakfast briefing on Birmingham clean air zone

Businesses that operate vehicles in the Birmingham area can attend a free event on the city’s clean air zone (CAZ) on Thursday, November 29 at the Library of Birmingham at 8am.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/free-to-attend-breakfast-briefing-on-birmingham-clean-air-zone

New fleet of gritters for Highways England

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/12/new-fleet-of-gritters-for-highways-england

Addison Lee and Oxbotica start street mapping for autonomous vehicle services

Addison Lee and Oxbotica have started to map Canary Wharf for autonomous vehicle services.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/addison-lee-and-oxbotica-launch-street-mapping-exercise-for-autonomous-vehicle-services

One in five jobs want applicants to be able to drive

One in five (19%) of vacancies advertised on a jobs database said that having a car or a driving licence was a requirement, according to the RAC Foundation.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/one-in-five-jobs-want-applicants-to-be-able-to-drive

Michelin Agilis Cross Climate tyres go an extra 20,000 miles for Stapleton’s

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/12/michelin-agilis-cross-climate-tyres-go-an-extra-20-000-miles-for-stapleton-s

PCF Bank partners with Code Investing to provide vehicle finance to SMEs

PCF Bank has partnered with Code Investing to provide vehicle finance to SMEs.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/12/pcf-bank-partners-with-code-investing-to-provide-vehicle-finance-to-smes

Mercedes-Benz Econics deliver increased efficiency for Doncaster

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/11/12/mercedes-benz-econics-deliver-increased-efficiency-for-doncaster

Introducing autonomous vehicles will increase congestion before reducing it

Autonomous vehicles could initially lead to increased congestion, according to a new study by Arthur D Little (ADL).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/12/introducing-autonomous-vehicles-will-increase-congestion-before-reducing-it

BT Fleet Solutions put up for sale, reports suggest

BT Group is looking to offload its fleet management division BT Fleet Solutions, according to reports.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/bt-fleet-solutions-put-up-for-sale-reports-suggest

BMW-Daimler mobility services merger gets green light in Europe

The European Commission has approved the merger of BMW Group and Daimler AG’s mobility services business units, subject to conditions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/09/bmw-daimler-mobility-services-merger-gets-green-light-in-europe

Mitsubishi unveils new L200

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2018/11/09/mitsubishi-unveils-new-l200

Leasys UK grows risk fleet 30% in 2018

Leasys UK, has leapt to 19th place in the FN50 list of the UK’s after growing its risk fleet 30% so far this year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/11/09/leasys-uk-grows-risk-fleet-30-in-2018

Theme park Diggerland adds BMW i3 electric vehicles to fleet

Theme park Diggerland has added a number of fully electric BMW i3s to its fleet as part of an initiative to reduce its impact on the environment.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/theme-park-diggerland-adds-bmw-i3-electric-vehicles-to-fleet

Brake offers free webinar on tackling drink and drug driving

Brake is running a free webinar providing expert information and advice for employers and fleet and road safety professionals on tackling drink and drug driving.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/brake-offers-free-webinar-on-tackling-drink-and-drug-driving

Limited places available for VRA’s ‘challenges of 2019’ seminar

The last few places are available for Vehicle Remarketing Association’s (VRA) free seminar, “The Challenges of 2019"

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/limited-places-available-for-vra-s-challenges-of-2019-seminar

A&R Vehicle Services appoints Gary Lay as MD

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/09/aandr-vehicle-services-appoints-gary-lay-as-md

Fleet News Awards entry deadline two weeks away

Awards winners will collect their coveted trophies at a glittering ceremony on March 20, 2019, at the Grosvenor House Hotel in London.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/fleet-news-awards-entries-deadline-two-weeks-away

eMotorWerks and EO Charging partner for smart home electric vehicle charger

eMotorWerks has partnered with EO Charging to launch an electric vehicle smart home charger in the UK and Europe.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/emotorwerks-and-eo-charging-partner-for-smart-home-electric-vehicle-charger

Used fleet and lease values continue to rise at BCA

Average values for used fleet and lease vehicles reached record levels in October, as demand continued to drive up values.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/used-fleet-and-lease-values-continue-to-rise-at-bca

Germany announces further diesel bans

Bonn and Cologne have become Germany’s latest cities to receive a court order requiring them to introduce diesel bans from April 2019.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/09/germany-announces-further-diesel-bans

Auto Windscreens signs two-year deal with Derbyshire County Council

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/11/09/auto-windscreens-signs-two-year-deal-with-derbyshire-county-council

UK-built electric city car available by 2020

Swedish car manufacturer Uniti has chosen to manufacture its new electric city car in the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/09/uk-built-electric-city-car-available-by-2020

SHB chairman Mike Street enters Fleet News Hall of Fame

Mike Street, chairman of SHB, became the latest inductee to the Fleet News Hall of Fame at the FN50 dinner on Tuesday night (November 6).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/11/08/shb-chairman-mike-street-enters-fleet-news-hall-of-fame

Former Lex Autolease boss Tim Porter given 2018 John Leigh outstanding achievement award

Tim Porter, who retired from Lex Autolease at the end of October, was recognised with the John Leigh outstanding achievement award at the 2018 FN50 dinner.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/11/08/former-lex-autolease-boss-tim-porter-given-2018-john-leigh-outstanding-achievement-award

Hyundai’s Kona Electric tops ‘real range’ test for zero emission cars

Hyundai’s Kona Electric achieved a ‘real-world’ range of 259 miles on a single charge during a What Car? Real Range test – the highest of any vehicle tested.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/08/hyundai-s-kona-electric-tops-real-range-test-for-zero-emission-cars

Alphabet and Arval take customer service honours at 2018 FN50 dinner

Staff from Alphabet and Arval were recognised for their outstanding customer service at the 2018 FN50 dinner in London on Tuesday night (November 6).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/fleet-leasing/news/latest-fleet-leasing/2018/11/08/alphabet-and-arval-take-customer-service-honours-at-2018-fn50-dinner

Finance Bill includes changes to salary sacrifice costs

The Chancellor has confirmed in the Finance Bill that the Government will tax the ‘package’ of benefits received by salary sacrifice drivers with their car.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/company-car-tax-and-legislation/2018/11/08/finance-bill-includes-changes-to-salary-sacrifice-costs

Tailor vehicle fuel choice to individual fleet needs, says Airmax Remote

Fleet and individual requirements need to be taken into account to ensure an organisation uses the best fuel for its vehicles, says Airmax Remote.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/08/tailor-vehicle-fuel-choice-to-individual-fleet-needs-says-airmax-remote

Ashley Boaden joins CBVC from Daimler Fleet Management

Fleet management and leasing specialists CBVC has appointed Ashley Boaden as national sales manager.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/08/ashley-boaden-joins-cbvc-from-daimler-fleet-management

Vehicles fitted with fleet management systems to reach 15.6m by 2022

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/08/vehicles-fitted-with-fleet-management-systems-to-reach-156m-by-2022

EE launches Auto Mate connected car service for SMEs

EE, part of the BT Group, has launched its first connected car service for SMEs, which aims to give organisations more control over their vehicle.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/08/ee-launches-auto-mate-connected-car-service-for-smes

Roadside recovery industry calls for changes to the Highway Code

A campaign called Slow Down Move Over (SDMO) has been launched aimed at improving safety for those who work at the roadside.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/08/roadside-recovery-industry-calls-for-changes-to-the-highway-code

New Lex Autolease service allows fleet benchmarking

The product allows organisations to compare their fleet performance in a wide range of areas against similar operations in Lex’s corporate customer base.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/08/lex-autolease-service-allows-fleet-benchmarking

WLTP drives used prices up, reports Aston Barclay

The average price of late and low used vehicle stock increased by more than £1,000 in Q3 2018 as the supply and demand for nearly new vehicles was impacted by WLTP.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/08/wltp-drives-used-prices-up-reports-aston-barclay

Mercedes E-Class plug-in diesel hybrid now available to order

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/07/mercedes-e-class-plug-in-diesel-hybrid-now-available-to-order

Tickets selling fast for Commercial Fleet Awards 2018

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/06/tickets-selling-fast-for-commercial-fleet-awards-2018

VIDEO: Watch the countdown of the 2018 FN50

Watch a video of key figures from our annual analysis of the UK contract hire and leasing industry and the countdown of the largest suppliers by funded fleet size, the FN50.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/07/video-watch-the-countdown-of-the-2018-fn50

Shell outlines challenges in Future of Fleets report

A third of fleet managers find it hard to stay informed about new developments in the industry, according to new research from Shell.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/07/shell-outlines-challenges-in-future-of-fleets-report

Quotevine and Cap HPI launch Radia to automate the management of support terms

Quotevine and Cap HPI has launched Radia, a tool to connect vehicle manufacturers and leasing companies.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/07/quotevine-and-cap-hpi-launch-radia-to-automate-the-management-of-support-terms

Majority of drivers satisfied with state of major roads

Four in five (82%) of road users are satisfied with their last journey using a motorway or major ‘A’ road managed by Highways England, a new Transport Focus survey has found.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/06/majority-of-drivers-satisfied-with-state-of-major-roads

Integrated routing and fleet management cuts fuel bill by one third

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/06/integrated-routing-and-fleet-management-cuts-fuel-bill-by-one-third

Transport key to ‘putting towns back on the map’

Transport has a key role to play in helping the UK’s post-industrial towns to thrive – putting them firmly back on the map, the Urban Transport Group suggests.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/06/transport-key-to-putting-towns-back-on-the-map

New FORS fleet accreditation programme to suit all vehicle types

Long associated with heavy vehicles, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme is hoping to broaden its appeal by recruiting new members from van, car and last-mile delivery bike fleets.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/06/new-fors-fleet-accreditation-programme-to-suit-all-vehicle-types

FN50: Leasing companies view PCH as route to hit growth targets

FN50 leasing companies are lining up to exploit an emerging market sector which will change the shape of the leasing industry – personal contract hire (PCH).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/02/fn50-leasing-companies-view-pch-as-route-to-hit-growth-targets

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is most reliable van in FN50 survey

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/02/mercedes-benz-retains-its-dominance-in-the-van-stakes

Honda Civic takes title of most reliable car from BMW 3 Series

After an eight-year reign as the most reliable car on contract hire, the BMW 3 Series has lost its title to the Honda Civic.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/02/honda-civic-takes-title-of-most-reliable-car-from-bmw-3-series

Descartes switches to mobile-based vehicle safety checks

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/06/descartes-switches-to-mobile-based-vehicle-safety-checks

National Windscreens managing director Pete Marsden retires

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/06/national-windscreens-managing-director-pete-marsden-retires

Flora-tec outsources fleet management to Fleet Operations

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/06/flora-tec-outsources-fleet-management-to-fleet-operations

VW Group MD Paul Willis announces resignation

Volkswagen Group UK managing director Paul Willis has confirmed he is leaving the brand.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/06/vw-md-paul-willis-announces-resignation

Addison Lee and Oxbotica want fully autonomous vehicles by 2021

Addison Lee and UK autonomous driving tech company Oxbotica will be ready to put fully autonomous vehicles on the road in London by 2021, but UK legislation needs to move forward to make it possible.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/06/addison-lee-and-oxbotica-want-fully-autonomous-vehicles-by-2021

BP invests £25m in rapid charge points

The fuel giant has said it will start rolling out ultra-fast charge points across its network of almost 1,300 service stations from the beginning of next year.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/06/bp-invests-25m-in-rapid-charge-points

Ford names Lisa Brankin and new sales director

Ford has promoted Lisa Brankin to sales director, replacing Kevin Griffin.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/06/ford-names-lisa-brankin-and-new-sales-director

Citroen C5 Aircross: prices, specifications and CO2 emissions

Citroen’s new Nissan Qashqai rivalling C5 Aircross SUV is priced from £23,225 and goes on sale in December.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/06/citroen-c5-aircross-prices-specifications-and-co2-emissions

Technology and automation will define the future of road transport

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/06/technology-and-automation-will-define-the-future-of-road-transport

Avis Budget Group and ViaVan to offer ride sharing scheme in Milton Keynes

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/new-contracts/2018/11/06/avis-budget-group-and-viavan-to-offer-ride-sharing-scheme-in-milton-keynes

New van and pick-up registrations increase in October

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/06/new-van-and-pick-up-registrations-increase-in-october

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles launches testicular cancer awareness campaign

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/05/volkswagen-commercial-vehicles-launches-testicular-cancer-awareness-campaign

DriveNow expands car-sharing service in London

BMW’s car sharing service Drive Now is expanding into five new boroughs in London – Westminster, Barnet, Tower Hamlets, Southwark and Brent.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/05/drivenow-expands-car-sharing-service-in-london

Speedy Hire makes 4-hour delivery commitment

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/05/speedy-hire-makes-4-hour-delivery-commitment

Europcar maintains Gold CEMARS certification for commitment to reducing emissions

Europcar in the UK has maintained its Gold CEMARS for the seventh year in recognition of its commitment to measuring, managing and reducing emissions.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/05/europcar-maintains-gold-cemars-certification-for-commitment-to-reducing-emissions

Car sharing most popular among younger Londoners, finds Zipcar UK

Nearly half (47%) of Londoners aged 18 to 34 have tried car sharing at least once, according to research from Zipcar UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/05/car-sharing-most-popular-among-younger-londoners-finds-zipcar-uk

Diesel new car sales and fleet registrations decrease

New car registrations to fleet and business are down 7.7% year-on-year, according to new figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/05/diesel-new-car-sales-and-fleet-registrations-decrease

Nixon Hire expands Iveco Stralis X-Way fleet

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/05/nixon-hire-expands-iveco-stralis-x-way-fleet

Retailers fail to cut petrol prices despite drop in wholesale cost

Average petrol prices remained unchanged in October, despite a drop in wholesale costs.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/05/retailers-fail-to-cut-petrol-prices-despite-drop-in-wholesale-cost

Modern diesel outperform real-world emissions test

Most new diesels are already achieving the more stringent RDE-2 emissions standards, which don’t come into effect until January 2020.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/05/modern-diesel-outperform-real-world-emissions-test

Epyx plans new used car pricing tool

Rapidly growing use of a tool that automatically prices used cars for online trade sales is prompting Epyx to develop an enhanced version.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/05/epyx-plans-new-used-car-pricing-tool

CitySprint recruiting drivers for Christmas

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/05/citysprint-recruiting-drivers-for-christmas

One in eight drivers admit falling asleep at the wheel, AA research finds

One in eight (13%) of drivers in the UK admit falling asleep at the wheel, according to new research by the AA Charitable Trust.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/02/one-in-eight-drivers-admit-falling-asleep-at-the-wheel-aa-research-finds

Mick George adds two custom built Daf trucks with ‘innovative’ safety features

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/truck-news/2018/11/02/mick-george-adds-two-custom-built-daf-trucks-with-innovative-safety-features

Specialist Fleet Services offers three apprenticeships amid skilled technicians’ shortage

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/02/specialist-fleet-services-offers-three-apprenticeships-amid-skilled-technicians-shortage

White Clarke Group acquisition supports Australian expansion

White Clarke Group announced acquisition of Australian equipment finance software provider Insyston, strengthening international expansion plans.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/02/white-clarke-group-acquisition-supports-australian-expansion

Licence Bureau expands management team

Licence Bureau has made three key appointments to support its expanding business portfolio and client base in the last 12 months.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/people-news/2018/11/02/licence-bureau-expands-management-team

Kia holds autumn fleet roadshow

Kia Motors (UK) is aiming to raise awareness of its offering during a five-stop fleet roadshow across the UK.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/02/kia-holds-autumn-fleet-roadshow

Fleet service provider i247 Group creates new management structure

Fleet service provider i247 Group has continued its expansion with the creation of new company structures, roles and responsibilities.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/02/i247-group-creates-new-management-structure

Former ICFM chairman and BCA director Tom Madden dies

Fleet News is sorry to announce that Tom Madden, one of the true greats of the fleet sector, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 29th.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/02/former-icfm-chairman-and-bca-director-tom-madden-dies

Toyota Hilux Invincible 50 priced at £39,995

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/pick-up-news/2018/11/02/toyota-hilux-invincible-50-priced-at-39-995

R&G Logistics achieves ‘significant’ time saving with TMS Go

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/01/randg-logistics-achieves-significant-time-saving-with-tms-go

Go Plant Fleet Services launches new refurb centre for specialist vehicles

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/latest-news/2018/11/01/go-plant-fleet-services-launches-new-refurb-centre-for-specialist-vehicles

Christie NHS Foundation Trust strikes hybrid rental deal with Enterprise

The Christie NHS Foundation Trust has taken four new Toyota Yaris hybrids as dedicated hourly rental vehicles from Enterprise Car Club.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/car-industry-news/2018/11/01/christie-nhs-foundation-trust-strikes-hybrid-deal-with-enterprise

Europcar launches fleet-focused white paper on ‘usership’ and mobility

Europcar UK published a new white paper exploring the evolving world of vehicle ‘usership’ and its potential for fleet managers in a challenging landscape.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/01/europcar-launches-fleet-focused-white-paper-on-usership-and-mobility

Lexus CT 200h range updated for 2019

Lexus has revised the prices and model line-up for the CT 200h, its self-charging hybrid luxury hatchback.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/01/lexus-ct-200h-range-updated-for-2019

Jaguar Land Rover develops anti-motion sickness car technology

Jaguar Land Rover has developed a technology that will be able to tell if vehicle occupants are feeling unwell and adjust settings to combat motion sickness.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/manufacturer-news/2018/11/01/jaguar-land-rover-develops-anti-motion-sickness-car-technology

Plans set out for City of London’s first low emission street

The City of London Corporation has announced plans for a pilot scheme limiting access to the south section of Moor Lane, near Moorgate, to ultra-low emission vehicles.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/environment/2018/11/01/plans-set-out-for-city-of-london-s-first-low-emission-street

Manheim signs deal to support ALD Automotive's digital sales channel

Manheim is to provide inspection and reconditioning services to support ALD Automotive’s digital sales channel.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/01/manheim-signs-deal-to-support-ald-automotive-s-digital-sales-channel

Swarco eVolt launches E.Connect electric vehicle charging network

Swarco eVolt has launched E.Connect, an electric vehicle recharging network for eVolt and third-party manufactured charging across the UK and Europe.

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/fleet-industry-news/2018/11/01/swarco-evolt-launches-econnect-electric-vehicle-charging-network

Renault launches Premier Edition Kangoo, Trafic and Master

from Latest Fleet News news https://www.fleetnews.co.uk/news/van-news/2018/11/01/renault-launches-premier-edition-kangoo-trafic-and-master