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Why policymakers need to focus today on autonomous vehicles
The pace of development of AVs is breathtaking. A year ago, some would have argued that they would never become a reality. But now, AVs…
Historic European milestone for AlloyGator with TÜV SÜD approval
UK-based alloy wheel protection specialists AlloyGator is planning a major European expansion following approval of its product from TÜV SÜD and The Czech Ministry of…
Auto makers call for rapid adoption of new EU requirements
Ahead of today’s key European Parliament vote on the update of the General Safety Regulation, which governs the safety systems to be included in new…
Vredestein sportrac 5 takes podium in latest ADAC test
European premium tyre manufacturer Vredestein’s Sportrac 5 was one of just two compact car tyres to be ‘highly recommended’ in German professional body ADAC’s latest summer tyre test. The ADAC tested 16…
Autorama implements Ebbon-Dacs’ Leaselink platform for all new vehicle orders
Hemel Hempstead based Autorama Group has selected Ebbon-Dacs’ market-leading e-procurement platform, Leaselink, to handle all new vehicle orders across its three main brands and generate…
Vivalda invests £300,000 in new ‘clean fleet’ to beat ULEZ fines
Vivalda, the UK’s largest distributor and fabricator of architectural cladding systems, has acquired six new ULEZ-busting HGVs to ensure it meets tough new emissions laws…
London’s green bus revolution helps improve air quality
UK Power Networks and Transport for London are working together to turn London’s red buses green, before the new Ultra Low Emission Zone starts in…
Fleet Operations appoints Chief Information Officer to drive tech innovation
Fleet Operations, one of the UK’s leading independent fleet management and consultancy organisations, has further underlined its commitment to tech innovation and growth with a…
UK’s first smart charging market for electric vehicle drivers
UK Power Networks is taking innovative steps to create the country’s first smart charging market for electric vehicle drivers. The new market will put electric…
TomTom Telematics connected car solution powers vehicle management for ONE Lease
ONE Lease is introducing the TomTom Telematics connected car solution across its entire fleet with the aim of improving vehicle management and customer service. The…
How Geofencing can help reduce penalties that can drive up the cost of fleet operations
In April 2019, London’s congestion charge will evolve, bringing in new, tighter regulations on exhaust emission standards and a revised fee for vehicle registration as…
ATS Euromaster appoints Operations Director to champion its new light vehicle focus
ATS Euromaster has appointed a new Operations Director to drive the company’s growth and development in the light vehicle market, following the decision in October…
Volvo Trucks seeks to accelerate development of more climate-friendly transport
On February 18, the EU reached the decision to regulate CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles. To speed up development, Volvo Trucks continues to invest heavily in more…
Auto Windscreens to cut fleet insurance and fuel costs by 10 per cent
Windscreen repair and replacement provider Auto Windscreens is predicting a 10 per cent drop in its annual fleet insurance and fuel bill using an integrated…
Just over half of drivers understood the terms of their last finance deal
Research commissioned by Europcar Mobility Group UK reveals that many motorists don’t understand what a car finance deal does and doesn’t include. Some form of…
Mandatory speed assistance systems are vital to tackle road deaths caused by speeding
Road safety and breakdown organisation GEM Motoring Assist is supporting road safety groups across Europe by urging ministers to ensure that Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA)…