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heycar launches in UK
A new online marketplace for used cars launches in the UK today. heycar.co.uk is on a mission to bring greater trust and transparency to one of the…
Could mobile phones be banned in the car?
Following this morning’s Commons Transport Select Committee’s report, MPs will consider the total ban on drivers using their phones whether they are hand-held or hands-free.…
ACIS plugs into electric vehicle training to protect bodyshop staff
ACIS, the UK’s leading distributor to the bodyshop sector, is leading the charge to upskill bodyshop technicians to plug in to the growth of the…
75% of all EU traffic prosecutions are from France
It’s official… Police in France prosecute more British drivers than any other country! The UK signed up to a scheme in 2017, which allows authorities…
VSP Vision Care welcomes reports of eye tests for older drivers
VSP Vision Care has welcomed reports that the Department for Transport is considering eye tests for drivers over the age of 70 as part of…
Skilled drivers help deliver 10 per cent carbon saving for Bibby Distribution
Bibby Distribution has reduced its net carbon emissions by 10 per cent over the last five years through proficient driving, fleet investment and energy efficient…
Neva Consultants in national recruitment drive for regional Appointed Representatives
Neva Consultants, part of the Fleet Alliance Group, has embarked on a recruitment campaign to attract new regional Appointed Representatives (ARs), around the UK to…
Jaama shines the light on cutting-edge fleet management solutions
Jaama, the UK’s leading fleet and asset management software solution provider, will be highlighting major enhancements to its industry-leading Key2 system at this year’s Emergency…
EU flagship project Hydrogen Mobility Europe (H2ME) reaches key milestone
Hydrogen Mobility Europe (H2ME) announced its latest results and progress in its drive to increase the usage of hydrogen within mobility. The pan-European project has…
New Schmitz Cargobull reefers provide cool savings for Dixon International Transport
Dublin-based Dixon International Transport has refreshed 10 per cent of its trailer fleet by investing in 30 new Schmitz Cargobull tri-axle reefers, for use on…
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 –…