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Elddis Transport use TruAnalysis for clearer compliance control
Elddis Transport, the family owned logistics, storage and supply chain operator based in the North East of England, report all-round improvements in compliance and data…
Fleet services giant appoints new chief executive
One of the UK’s leading providers of specialist commercial vehicles has appointed a new chief executive. Graham Hale has taken up the reigns at Go…
Descartes launches its SmartDownload Telematics Hub for downloading tachograph data
Descartes Systems Group is unveiling its fully integrated, complete range of smart compliance management solutions. At the CV Show, 30th April – 2nd May, NEC Birmingham,…
WLTP introduction triggers potential wholelife cost increase for fleets
Introduction of the Worldwide harmonised Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) is triggering potential increased fleet wholelife costs as motor manufacturers cut service intervals. What’s more,…
Eurotunnel hands over the new Douane-SIVEP control centre to the French authorities
Eurotunnel officially handed over buildings intended for customs, veterinary and phytosanitary inspection services, to the French authorities, represented by Fabien Sudry, Prefet of the Pas-de-Calais…
No diesel ‘firesale’ in sight as dealers remain confident over fuel’s future
Diesel car prices are holding firm despite the dramatic drop in demand for new cars powered by the fuel, according to research by Britain’s leading…
Volkswagen Group secures lithium supplies
The Volkswagen Group and Ganfeng Lithium Co., Ltd. registered in Jiangxi (China) have signed a memorandum of understanding on long-term lithium supplies for battery cells.…
RAC awarded five-year roadside assistance contract with Groupe PSA
The RAC has signed a new five-year contract to provide roadside assistance services to Groupe PSA, the second largest car manufacturer in Europe. The deal, which…
Why changing where we charge our electric vehicles could help make cities clean, quieter and less congested
For many people and businesses, when it comes to switching to a fully electric vehicle, there is a concern that charging stations will not be there…
Car CO2 emissions up
Average CO2 emissions from new cars were 118.5 grams of CO2 per kilometre in 2017, or up 0.4% compared to 2016, according to data published…
65% of UK adults think increased adoption of low or zero emissions vehicles is important
The Mayor of London’s introduction of the Ultra Low Emissions Zone (ULEZ) today, will help to ease the minds of the one in three UK…
ULEZ advice from the BVRLA
The BVRLA is urging businesses to consider their road transport options as London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is implemented. “Businesses across London are upgrading…
London’s ULEZ launches today
Today sees the launch of London’s Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ), and it does not seen too far fetched to say that its implementation has…
ULEZ – the case against
Ahead of the Mayor of London’s introduction of the Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) on Monday, Charlie Mullins, CEO and Founder of Pimlico Plumbers, the UK’s…
Best ever month for UK new van market as plate-change offers drive demand
The UK new light commercial vehicle (LCV) market saw year-on-year demand increase by 10.6% in March, marking the sector’s best ever monthly performance, according to…
Auto Windscreens’ Head of ADAS honoured at top 40 ‘Women of Influence’ awards
Auto Windscreens’ Head of ADAS, Helen Keenan has been named as one of the top 40 female automotive sector influencers at ABP (Auto Body Professionals)…