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How Mercedes dominate with technological innovation
Mercedes aren’t just luxury vehicle engineers, they’re innovators. This should hardly be surprising given the fact that Karl Benz, back in 1886, was patented with…
What makes successful fleet managers?
Working in an industry which is constantly looking for greater efficiency, cleaner operations and reduced expenditure can be challenging. Here at Goodyear, we work with…
New study reveals the true costs of sourcing battery metals
A coalition of leading researchers and scientists have released the findings of a year-long study into the impacts of sourcing metals to produce battery cathodes…
Going Electric: The Impact of 2020 Spring Budget on EV consumers and businesses
Last month’s budget, though now rightfully overshadowed by the COVID-19 crisis, was one of many firsts. Due to its significant delay from last Autumn, it…
EVs are going mainstream – it’s time to talk charging
In the immediate aftermath of the government’s announcement that its ban on new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars would be brought forward from 2040 to…
Keeping moving in a time of crisis
Peter Mansfield, Group Sales and Marketing Director for leading vehicle technology specialist Trakm8, examines the important role telematics will play in keeping Britain’s key vehicles…
Busting the myths of autonomous vehicles
Without a doubt, autonomous vehicles (AVs) have been the buzzword of the last few years in the automotive industry. Last month, the world witnessed the…
COVID-19 & Logistics
Covid-19, the novel communicable disease caused by a strain of the coronavirus, is beginning to have a huge impact on supply chains all over the…
The Future of Diesel
Advances in diesel engine design and their impact on heavy goods vehicles Heavy-duty diesel vehicles have come under the spotlight in recent years because of…
Shortage of skills threatens road safety – and the future of bodyshops
A recent article in FleetPoint* referenced comments from Graham O’Neill, the CEO of ACIS, on how bodyshops are evolving to meet the growing number of…
Turbulent times provide opportunity for new fleet policies
The current turbulence and uncertainty in the fleet market surrounding WLTP and the outlawing of fossil fuel and hybrid vehicles in just 12-15 years’ time…
Digital innovations on the road ahead in 2020
New technologies are accelerating the pace of change for businesses across Europe, with many businesses unsure how developments in AI and Machine Learning, data analytics…
Road charging, traffic-free cities and not a self-driving car in sight..?
UK drivers should brace themselves for change: life on the roads is going to get harder and more expensive over the next decade, according to…
The top five trends in electric fleets for 2020
As the UK works towards net zero emissions by 2050, new initiatives and policies are emerging that have provoked increased discussion surrounding the future of…
What 2020 holds for the automotive industry
From the 2040 ban on petrol and diesel vehicles to the introduction of Clean Air Zones, WLTP and RDE, 2019 was a year of pivotal…
The importance of fleet management tools for car rental companies
Fleet management software is essential for running a car rental business. These tools give rental establishments more control over general fleet operations, including: Vehicle maintenance…