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Online checking could become more important, says CFC

Online driving licence checking could become more important to fleets following new driving licence changes, says CFC Solutions

26 Jun

EC opens door to smart card licences

The driving licence is facing a major overhaul after the European Commission paved the way for it to be based on smart card technology.

25 Jun

DVLA consultation on driver fees

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has issued a consultation paper on proposed changes to its driving licence fees, which would apply in Great Britain from April 2013.

18 Jun

New penalties to tackle careless driving

Careless drivers will be targeted under new proposals announced for consultation today by road safety minister Mike Penning.

15 Jun

Treasury considers VED reform to plug tax shortfall

Fleets could be punished for leading the environmental agenda and choosing cleaner cars in an overhaul of Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) rules.

11 Jun

10 essential elements to risk management

Employers are legally responsible for employees who drive whilst at work. The following 10 Essential Elements are designed to assist companies to meet this duty of care.

Legislation 23 May

Highway Code app launched to improve road safety

The Highway Code is joining the digital age by launching it as an interactive app for smartphones, making it easier for road users to keep up to date with the rules of the road.

17 May

Road charging plans must be fair to all drivers, says EC

The European Commission has issued guidelines warning that under EU law road charging schemes must not discriminate against foreign drivers.

15 May

Speed limiters: Are they worth it?

Why are so few fleets taking advantage of speed limiters?

Legislation 11 May

Corporate Manslaughter Act: Keep your van fleet legal

Do you meet all of the requirements under the Corporate Manslaughter Act?

Legislation 11 May

Tax relief for life-saving features

Employees who, because of the nature of their employment, have a security enhanced company car, are to be given benefit-in-kind tax relief on the cost of fitting potentially life-saving features.

16 Apr

Fleets urged to sign petition after incorrect tax codes warning

Thousands of company car drivers are paying the wrong amount of taxation due to errors made by HM Revenue & Customs.

16 Apr

Policy restrictions: the human vs cost debate

Sarah Tooze outlines 10 key policy restrictions companies should consider.

Legislation 8 Apr

Budget 2012 will lead to ‘blended solutions’

The changes to the capital allowance thresholds announced in the 2012 Budget could change fleet acquisition methods for the lowest CO2 emitting cars.

2 Apr

Cost warning over mileage claims without VAT receipts

One in four mileage claims – a staggering 26.4% – is made without a valid receipt, research suggests.

22 Mar

BUDGET: BVRLA comments

John Lewis, chief executive of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association responds to today's Budget.

21 Mar

BUDGET LIVE: Follow the budget live with Fleet News

The Chancellor George Osborne will outline the Government's spending plans and future taxation policies today from 12.30pm. Watch how events unfold and follow the latest comment and analysis live here.

21 Mar

BUDGET: Fairer motoring taxation will support growth

The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association is urging the government to apply its ‘fair and simple’ approach to motoring taxation.

16 Mar

HMRC announces £120 million drive on tax records

Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will check the mileage records of thousands of small fleets as part of a drive to boost revenue collection by £120 million over the next three years.

13 Mar

Fleet News Debates: Looking out for drivers with eyesight problems

How do you ensure drivers' vision is adequate to meet the legal requirements?

Legislation 12 Mar

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Online checking could become more important, says CFC

EC opens door to smart card licences

DVLA consultation on driver fees

New penalties to tackle careless driving

Treasury considers VED reform to plug tax shortfall

10 essential elements to risk management

Highway Code app launched to improve road safety

Road charging plans must be fair to all drivers, says EC

Speed limiters: Are they worth it?

Corporate Manslaughter Act: Keep your van fleet legal

Tax relief for life-saving features

Fleets urged to sign petition after incorrect tax codes warning

Policy restrictions: the human vs cost debate

Budget 2012 will lead to ‘blended solutions’

Cost warning over mileage claims without VAT receipts

BUDGET: BVRLA comments

BUDGET LIVE: Follow the budget live with Fleet News

BUDGET: Fairer motoring taxation will support growth

HMRC announces £120 million drive on tax records

Fleet News Debates: Looking out for drivers with eyesight problems

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Group test: 400-mile EV winter range challenge

Traffic warning with gridlock predicted on major motorways

‘No grey area’ on private use for double cab pick-ups (video)

Legislation - Page 34

Online checking could become more important, says CFC

EC opens door to smart card licences

DVLA consultation on driver fees

New penalties to tackle careless driving

Treasury considers VED reform to plug tax shortfall

10 essential elements to risk management

Highway Code app launched to improve road safety

Road charging plans must be fair to all drivers, says EC

Speed limiters: Are they worth it?

Corporate Manslaughter Act: Keep your van fleet legal

Tax relief for life-saving features

Fleets urged to sign petition after incorrect tax codes warning

Policy restrictions: the human vs cost debate

Budget 2012 will lead to ‘blended solutions’

Cost warning over mileage claims without VAT receipts

BUDGET: BVRLA comments

BUDGET LIVE: Follow the budget live with Fleet News

BUDGET: Fairer motoring taxation will support growth

HMRC announces £120 million drive on tax records

Fleet News Debates: Looking out for drivers with eyesight problems

Most read

Group test: 400-mile EV winter range challenge

Traffic warning with gridlock predicted on major motorways

‘No grey area’ on private use for double cab pick-ups (video)

EU electric vehicle market declines | Demand up 40% in China

GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Vauxhall Movano Hydrogen to go on sale in spring 2025

Vauxhall Frontera first drive | Likeable and great value SUV

Changes to ZEV targets ‘puts billions of pounds of UK investment at risk’

Opinion: Positive performance in new and used LCV market