Tuesday, 1 August 2017

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

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

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

Total Motion launches drivers' app

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

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

Vauxhall sale to PSA Group finalised

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Citroën reveals prices, specs and CO2 emissions for C3 Aircross

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

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

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

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

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