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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…
6 reasons for driving an electric car
No CO2 or other atmospheric pollutants. Sustainability may be the main reason for driving a fully electric car, but it is by no means the only one.…
A choreography in the factory
When we think of a choreography we might imagine a performance by the Moscow Bolshoi Ballet or the London Royal Ballet School. But there are…
What does Boris Johnson’s win mean for fleets and mobility?
In December, the ruling Conservatives won an outright majority in the UK’s General Election – something they have not enjoyed since 2017. What’s more, this…
On track to improve driver health and wellbeing
At a time when skilled drivers are in high demand, fleet managers are increasingly focused on improving safety standards and caring for their employees’ health…