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The Van Insurer reports a boost in quote requests from UK’s van drivers
As the UK continues its exit out of lockdown, leading insurance price comparison specialist The Van Insurer has reported a significant increase in quote requests as the…
Commercial drivers show resilience in the face of fresh challenges
Commercial drivers in the U.K. are being more safety conscious than ever, despite facing new challenges on the roads, says fleet video telematics provider, Lytx®. New…
Shell helps accelerate fleet efficiency with Shell Telematics offering
Today (10th August 2020) Shell launched Shell Telematics, an integrated fleet management solution and its first move into the UK fleet telematics space. The new…
BMW launches its world-first eDrive Zones technology in the UK
As cities increasingly discuss the introduction of “low emission zones”, BMW is making another important contribution to boost the uptake and attractiveness of electromobility among…
Openreach goes electric with Vauxhall Vivaro-e And Corsa-e
One of the UK’s largest fleet operators, Openreach, has placed an order of 270 fully electric Vivaro-e vans and 9 Corsa-e cars. With around 27,000…
Hyundai Motor announces IONIQ brand dedicated to EVs
Hyundai Motor Company today (10th August 2020) announced the launch of its new IONIQ brand dedicated to battery electric vehicles, opening a new chapter as…
Survey reveals attitudes towards road safety
The majority of drivers believe the law on using mobile phones while driving is not being properly enforced, a Government survey suggests. Published on 5 August, the…
Coventry University launches apprenticeship degrees in supply chain management
Employers who wish to upskill their staff in project management and supply chain management can now sponsor them to study with Coventry University via two…
GDL ‘could prevent up to 400 KSIs each year’
Graduated driver licencing (GDL) will again be discussed by MPs next month, as part of an inquiry into young and novice driver safety. GDL is…
Vertivia Holdings Ltd acquired by The Miles Consultancy
The Miles Consultancy (TMC) has finalised its acquisition of Vertivia Holdings, as it expands the focus of its business to cover European mobility management services.…
Crash for cash schemes explained as fraudulent car collision claims rise
Crash for cash schemes remain a “real and growing” threat for fleet managers and drivers alike according to vehicle protection and management technology provider, AX. Data from…
Licence Bureau praises fleet sector for focus on driver compliance
Licence Bureau has heaped praise upon vehicle fleet operators for their unwavering focus on driver safety and driver compliance despite the myriad of Covid-19 pandemic…
E.ON and Nissan announce major V2G project milestone
E.ON and Nissan have successfully deployed 20 vehicle-to-grid (V2G) chargers as part of a trial to demonstrate how electric vans and cars could play a…
Vehicle tax: Coca-Cola loses company car tax ruling in Court of Appeal
Vehicle tax and BiK rules have been left in a state of confusion after Coca-Cola European Partners Great Britain Ltd (CCEP) lost a Court of…
DreamLease partners with Tracker to give peace of mind
DreamLease, the vehicle leasing and contract hire specialist, is offering valuable protection to all new car and van customers with the option of having a…
Hyundai IONIQ named best electric family car
The Hyundai IONIQ Electric has been named the best Electric Family Car on sale in the very first What Car? Electric Car Awards. The judges…