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Training will provide ‘detailed understanding’ of older drivers’ needs
Road Safety GB has released more details about an ADI training package it is developing and will be highlighting how local authorities and driving instructors…
Mobile phone law ‘insufficient and cumbersome’
The Government is being urged to update the wording of its law on the use of mobile phones while driving. Current legislation, introduced in 2003,…
System integration to drive contract hire and leasing company efficiencies
Contract hire and leasing companies are set to benefit from enhancements in vehicle accessory pack ordering as a result of further development of vGroup International’s…
Government doubles funding for on-street electric car charging
Owning and charging an electric vehicle is set to become more convenient than ever thanks to an additional £2.5 million to fund the installation of…
This common misconception about overtaking could cost you your licence
UK drivers are risking their licences by breaking the speed limit when overtaking, shocking government figures have shown. According to official stats, in 2017 almost…
SMMT statement on What Car? Car security report
Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive: “Vehicle manufacturers are continually investing and developing new security features – including motion sensing key fobs and other technologies –…
Teletrac Navman transforms Trackstar offering with AI assistant
Leading stolen vehicle tracking provider, Teletrac Navman Automotive, has launched a new Artificial Intelligence (AI) voice assistant, that enables the business to monitor and respond…
Gone in 10 seconds: Thieves able to drive-off in a matter of seconds
Some of Britain’s newest and most popular cars are at risk of being stolen in a matter of seconds, because thieves are able to exploit…
Making tracks in tackling tyre graveyards as new road surface using rubber is trialled
A new road surface using recycled tyres is being trialled on the M1 motorway by Highways England. If successful, it is hoped that this new…
Fleet Source wins a place on the TfL Framework to deliver driver training in support of ‘Vision Zero’
As part of the Mayor of London’s long-term Transport Strategy to eliminate all deaths and serious injuries from road collisions, Transport for London (TfL) has…
Despite lower running costs, majority of drivers reject electric due to high upfront prices
With just over 20 years until petrol and diesel cars are planned to be banned, Britain is weighing up the idea of switching to ‘green’…
Privately-owned cars should be BANNED from London by 2030
Private ownership of cars should be banned in London by 2030 in an effort to tackle the capital’s air pollution crisis, a new report has…
Night-vision drones are catching dangerous drivers in London
Police in London have launched a ground-breaking new trial that uses drones to catch speeding drivers. Officers claim the drones – equipped with night-vision capability…
Stunning crash footage as ‘flying van’ soars over roundabout
An 18-year-old has been found guilty of dangerous driving after hitting a roundabout on the A11. The inexperienced driver had two passengers on board when…
Licence Bureau’s new training courses aim to help reduce business driver accidents
Licence Bureau has launched two new training courses that help fleet operators keep their drivers safe whilst driving on company business. Safe Driving and Driven…
Oil price volatility means time to review fleet fuel policy
Tensions in the Persian Gulf and the trade war between the US and China have led to volatility in world oil prices, with political instability…