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83% of Brits believe all cars will be autonomous in 120 years, research reveals

83% of Brits believe that in 120 years, cars will be autonomous and 51% think they will levitate, according to research from Goodyear.

FTA Van Excellence announces Fleet Live 2018 partnership

The Freight Transport Association (FTA), has announced its Van Excellence scheme is supporting Fleet Live 2018.

Anderson EV releases A2 charger with business-focused updates

Anderson EV has launched the A2 next generation charge point, capable of charging an electric car to 80% in just 30 minutes.

Artificial intelligence will be commonplace in business, says TomTom telematics

Artificial intelligence is expected to become commonplace in a third of companies within the next decade, according to new research from TomTom telematics.

Mercedes-Benz delivers 26 vans to Barconn

Cox Automotive and Autotrader launch Dealer Auction online marketplace

Cox Automotive and Auto Trader have launched Dealer Auction, a joint venture that provides car retailers with access to vehicle stock through a digital platform.

Tyre labelling regulations to be updated by EU

The EU is planning to update and improve current tyre labelling regulations to give fleets and consumers more information when purchasing tyres.

Smart meters could help EV drivers cut bills

Energy minister Claire Perry hails OVO Energy for its “innovative” electric vehicle products - enabled by smart meters.

Ford Mondeo Hybrid achieves 123 mpg

A Ford Mondeo Hybrid managed to return 123.7 mpg over an 80 mile journey, as part of an eco-driving challenge.

Teletrac Navman reveals top fleet management trends

Fleet businesses report managing costs, growing revenue and retaining customers as the biggest challenges affecting the industry this year.

Genoa bridge collapse: Highways England reassures UK drivers

Highways England has insisted that safety is its number one priority after a bridge collapse in Italy left at least 38 people dead.

Audi A6 and A7 get low emission 2.0-litre 40 TDI engine

Audi has confirmed details of its four-cylinder TDI engine available in the new A6 and A7.

UK Fleets set for highest hybrid adoption in Europe

UK businesses lead the way with their plans to adopt hybrid and plug-in hybrid vehicles over the next three years, according to new research by Arval.

Alphabet GB appoints new head of remarketing from Munich offices

Alphabet GB has appointed Sacha Imamkhan as head of remarketing from Alphabet International’s Munich team.

Fleet Trak to sell The Driving Doctor software in new partnership

Fleet Trak, a gold rated reseller of TomTom Telematics, has partnered with The Driving Doctor to provide driver behaviour software to its blue-chip customer base.

Free seminars on FORS and CLOCS collaboration announced

Hitachi secures £3.5bn of new business

Hitachi Capital (UK) has announced a significant rise in group profits and strong performance across its five key business units.

Summer holiday traffic highlights importance of route planning

Freer-flowing traffic during the holiday period is saving time and money for businesses using the road network to generate revenue.

Fitting AEB as standard in vans could save lives

Company car is still a vital recruitment tool, says OSV

Employers not offering a company car as part of a recruitment package could be losing out on key talent, according to research from OSV.

Transport company fined after driver loses arm

National Windscreens opens new centre in York

The new centre is due to open on September 1 and forms part of National Windscreens UK network of 108 fitting and calibration centres.

City of London introduces emissions-based parking charges

The City of London Corporation has announced the introduction of new emissions based parking charges for on-street parking in the Square Mile.

Sign Language joins ICFM’s corporate investor programme

Venson celebrates fourth FTA Van Excellence accreditation

FCA UK announces five senior management appointments

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles UK has announced changes to its senior management structure, including five new appointments

Mercedes-Benz Trucks delivers 4% growth in declining market

TMC, Hitachi Capital and BCF Wessex launch Car IQ ECO scheme

A new Employee Car Ownership scheme has been launched by The Miles Consultancy, in partnership with BCF Wessex and Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions.

Chevin releases free whitepaper on fleet fuel choice

Chevin Fleet Solutions has released a new whitepaper, ‘Selecting Your Vehicles – the Right Fuel for the Job.’

Green Motion opens new Liverpool branch

Green Motion has opened a new branch in Liverpool as part of a strategy to expand into city centres after establishing sites at all 14 of the UK’s busiest airports.

Eddie Stobart arrest after van driver death

Police are appealing for witnesses after an Eddie Stobart HGV collided with a pedestrian, previously thought to have been driving a VW Caddy panel van.

Updated Skoda Fabia on sale: prices and specifications

Skoda has facelifted the Fabia, with prices starting at £12,840.

TomTom completes 1.5bn map updates in a month

TomTom has announced the completion of 1.5 billion updates to its digital maps in one month.

FleetCheck expands office space by 50%

Ongoing expansion has prompted fleet management software specialist FleetCheck to increase its office space by approximately 50%.

Anglian Water installs on-site Rolec EV charge points

Anglian Water has rolled out Rolec electric vehicle charge points across six UK sites.

Matt Galvin named new Volvo UK sales director

Galvin takes on the new role from his previous position as head of retail sales, and also becomes a member of the company’s executive management group.

Used van values decrease in July

Unipart brings fleet operation in-house

Football causes young drivers to speed, Insurethebox data reveals

Young motorists “dramatically” increased their speed before important football matches, according to insurethebox data.

12-year ban for Manchester Autospares boss

Modussur Khan of Manchester Autospares (MAL) has been disqualified after he spent money from company's bank account using funds that were dishonestly obtained.

New HGV registrations fall in Q2

UK true fleet market grows in July

The UK true fleet market grew by 1.4% in July, according to the latest figures from Dataforce.

TruTac software rolled out across Kinaxia Logistics fleet

Diesel used car prices rise at auction

Used diesel and ex-fleet prices continue to rise at auction, while prices of hybrids and EVs have reached an all-time high, according to Aston Barclay.

Used values remain stable during summer, says BCA Pulse

Used car values too an expected dip in July, as a result of the holiday period, but remain strong with year-on-year values rising by £501.

NBRA survey to investigate 'unethical' body repair insurers

The National Body Repair Association (NBRA) is launching an investigation into insurer treatment of the body repair industry.

FORS bronze accredited to Coventry University in 'UK first'

Coventry University has become the first ‘seat of learning’ in the UK to achieve membership with the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).

Honda reveals revised HR-V

A refreshed version of the Honda HR-V compact SUV will go on sale later this year with an updated 1.5-litre petrol engine.

Death by dangerous cycling law consultation launched

The DfT has launched a consultation on whether a new law equivalent to causing death by dangerous driving should be introduced for cyclists.

Volkswagen Financial Services launches car rental service

Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has launched a car rental service in the UK.

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