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British motorists turn air blue as a result of road rage
More than a third (38%) of British motorists resort to shouting obscenities if something angers them while driving, according to the findings of a new…
Tech innovator Octopus Energy partners with Ohme
Octopus Energy and Ohme are today announcing a partnership to offer Octopus Energy customers the chance to have smart charging at home – enabling them…
3PLs need to significantly boost customer satisfaction levels
Less than a fifth (18%) of UK companies are happy with their Third-Party Logistics suppliers (3PLs), according to the latest research from leading supply chain…
Orbital Fasteners complete implementation of Camera Telematics’ ‘Street Angel’
Camera Telematics, the leaders in vehicle camera technology enabling fleet operators to achieve the highest standards of risk management strategies, today announced the completion of…
Ben launches new online support for people with depression
Ben, the automotive industry charity, has launched new online support on its website to help automotive industry people who are struggling with depression – an…
Take a virtual ride on the world’s most dangerous road from your sofa
Want to be an adrenaline junkie without actually fearing for your safety? Comparethemarket.com’s latest 360° experience takes you on a drive on the world’s most…
The in-car gadget that could save coffee fans time and money
Motorists could save more than £1,800 a year in coffee shop bills and up to an hour and a half in time spent lounging in…
Michelin policy chosen by North Wales Fire and Rescue Service
North Wales Fire and Rescue Service is to fit Michelin tyres across its 100 heavy fire appliances, mirroring a policy operated by the two other…
UK car production sees double digit decline in February
UK car production fell by -15.3% in February, with 123,203 units manufactured, according to figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders…
UK set to adopt vehicle speed limiters – some industry reaction
Mark Salisbury, editor FleetPoint: Following our report on the EU’s plans to introduce speed limiters and ‘black boxes’ on all new cars from 2022, the…
‘It can save lives’ – Einride CEO promotes AV technology
Einride CEO Robert Falck used to work for Volvo, responsible for the production of heavy-duty diesel engines. But, he became increasingly uncomfortable, due to environmental…
Recognition for essential company car services at Business Motoring Awards
In an increasingly complex business car marketplace, the Business Motoring Awards 2019 has recognised best practice in the sector from the likes of Northgate and…
Automotive brands won’t hit 10% EV purchase without education finds study
Lack of education is a major barrier to electric vehicle (EV) adoption, new research from Encore Digital Media reveals, with very low awareness of EVs (18%) but a high appetite…
Tesla Model 3 becomes Europe’s best-selling pure electric vehicle in February
The European car market registered its sixth consecutive month of decline in February 2019, as 1.14 million vehicles were registered. This was largely because February…
MacIntyre Transport hits the road with TOPS…on the go
Ten years since first adopting Fargo Systems TOPS transport management software, MacIntyre Transport is currently embarking on the rollout of the latest version of TOPS…on…
Employer tax bills follow upper tribunal ruling on the difference between a car and a van
Back in August 2017, the first-tier tribunal (FTT) considered whether three commercial vehicles (two Volkswagen Kombi vehicles and one Vauxhall Vivaro) should be classified as…