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New rules on mobile phone use while driving a ‘missed opportunity’

Standardised testing of infotainment systems would reduce risk of distracted driving, while allowing drivers to use phones in a cradle sends ‘wrong message’, say road safety experts.

mobile phones 20 Dec

Rebecca Needham, road safety officer (England), Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA)

Distracted driving should be as much of a taboo as drink-driving

Rebecca Needham, road safety officer (England) at the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA), warns of the dangers of distracted driving.

mobile phones 20 Dec

Arrival reveals first images of new Uber ride-hailing electric car

Arrival has revealed its first prototype electric car which it has designed specifically for the ride hailing-industry.

electric and hybrid vehicles 17 Dec

Aston University and Fleet Evolution in EV perception study

Fleet Evolution is working with Aston University on a research project to investigate drivers’ perceptions around electric vehicles (EVs).

16 Dec

Charge point availability in rural areas proves challenging to fleets

Fleets have highlighted issues with EV charging in rural areas and storms that cause power outages at an Association of Fleet Professional (AFP) webinar.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 16 Dec

Enterprise buys Walker Vehicle Rentals in Ireland

Enterprise Holdings has completed the acquisition following approval from regulatory authorities in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Enterprise Flex E Rent 16 Dec

Barnet Council to install 500 electric vehicle charge points

Barnet Council will deliver 500 on-street electric vehicle (EV) charge points by November 2022 after securing more than £3.5 million in grant funding.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 16 Dec

electric vehicle funding, plug-in car grant

Fleet industry reacts to plug-in car and van grant cut

The decision to cut the plug-in car and van grant by up to £1,000 and change the eligibility criteria has been criticised by the fleet and leasing industry.

plug in car and van grant 15 Dec

Pandemic accelerates digital transformation among UK fleets

Three-quarters (74%) of UK fleets have adopted more digital solutions since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, new research has revealed.

data and connectivity 15 Dec

Motorists ‘prepared to drive’ the morning after

Half of motorists admit they are prepared to drive the morning after festive drinks or their Christmas party, a survey from IAM RoadSmart suggests.

safety and risk management 15 Dec

Plug-in grant slashed and eligibility criteria changed

The Government has cut the plug-in car and van grant rates and changed the eligibility criteria.

plug in car and van grant 15 Dec

VW 4-cylinder TDI engines delivered since the end of June 2021 can be refuelled with paraffinic fuels.

Volkswagen approves paraffinic fuels for latest diesel engines

Volkswagen has approved the use of paraffinic fuels in its latest-generation 4-cylinder diesel engines.

Volkswagen 14 Dec

GripHero hand protection being worn to refuel car at forecourt pump

Coronavirus: Drivers urged to wear hand-protection at fuel pumps

Business drivers are being urged to wear hand-protection when using fuel pumps as a first line of defence against new variants of Covid-19, including Omicron.

Coronavirus - COVID-19 14 Dec

DfT asks TfL to clarify revenue-raising measures

The Government has asked the Mayor of London to clarify how Transport for London (TfL) will raise additional revenue before releasing emergency funds.

Transport for London (TfL) 14 Dec

Business drivers at risk from anxiety, stress and tiredness, says Red

Thousands of business drivers suffer from more anxiety, stress, tiredness and mental health issues between November and February, research suggests.

safety and risk management 14 Dec

Transport minister wants to end culture of car ownership

A Government transport minister is calling for the country to move away from car ownership with shared mobility instead becoming the norm.

Department for Transport 13 Dec

Vauxhall Corsa-e and Mokka-e electric vehicle range extended

Vauxhall has extended the range of the Corsa-e and all-new Mokka-e after finding greater efficiencies in heating, transmission and tyres.

electric and hybrid vehicles 13 Dec

Electric Miles and Project EV agree smart charging deal

Electric Miles and Project EV have agreed a three-year smart charging deal.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 13 Dec

ADAS should be centre stage for new Road Collision Investigation Branch

Dr Chris Davies, head of technical research and innovation at Autoglass, argues new body should measure and monitor the impact of ADAS on driver safety.

safety and risk management 10 Dec

Addison Lee calls for urgent investment in EV charging network

Data from the introduction of the first Addison Lee electric vehicles (EVs) onto its fleet has shown key issues with the London charging infrastructure.

electric fleet - charging and infrastructure 10 Dec

sustainability - Page 13

New rules on mobile phone use while driving a ‘missed opportunity’

Distracted driving should be as much of a taboo as drink-driving

Arrival reveals first images of new Uber ride-hailing electric car

Aston University and Fleet Evolution in EV perception study

Charge point availability in rural areas proves challenging to fleets

Enterprise buys Walker Vehicle Rentals in Ireland

Barnet Council to install 500 electric vehicle charge points

Fleet industry reacts to plug-in car and van grant cut

Pandemic accelerates digital transformation among UK fleets

Motorists ‘prepared to drive’ the morning after

Plug-in grant slashed and eligibility criteria changed

Volkswagen approves paraffinic fuels for latest diesel engines

Coronavirus: Drivers urged to wear hand-protection at fuel pumps

DfT asks TfL to clarify revenue-raising measures

Business drivers at risk from anxiety, stress and tiredness, says Red

Transport minister wants to end culture of car ownership

Vauxhall Corsa-e and Mokka-e electric vehicle range extended

Electric Miles and Project EV agree smart charging deal

ADAS should be centre stage for new Road Collision Investigation Branch

Addison Lee calls for urgent investment in EV charging network

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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)

sustainability - Page 13

New rules on mobile phone use while driving a ‘missed opportunity’

Distracted driving should be as much of a taboo as drink-driving

Arrival reveals first images of new Uber ride-hailing electric car

Aston University and Fleet Evolution in EV perception study

Charge point availability in rural areas proves challenging to fleets

Enterprise buys Walker Vehicle Rentals in Ireland

Barnet Council to install 500 electric vehicle charge points

Fleet industry reacts to plug-in car and van grant cut

Pandemic accelerates digital transformation among UK fleets

Motorists ‘prepared to drive’ the morning after

Plug-in grant slashed and eligibility criteria changed

Volkswagen approves paraffinic fuels for latest diesel engines

Coronavirus: Drivers urged to wear hand-protection at fuel pumps

DfT asks TfL to clarify revenue-raising measures

Business drivers at risk from anxiety, stress and tiredness, says Red

Transport minister wants to end culture of car ownership

Vauxhall Corsa-e and Mokka-e electric vehicle range extended

Electric Miles and Project EV agree smart charging deal

ADAS should be centre stage for new Road Collision Investigation Branch

Addison Lee calls for urgent investment in EV charging network

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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)

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GWM confirms pricing for Haval Jolion Pro SUV

Vauxhall Movano Hydrogen to go on sale in spring 2025

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