Alternative fuel cars hit record sales, but overall market falls
The UK new car market fell -1.3% in November, with 156,621 models registered, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). This maintains the downward trend for new car registrations throughout 2019, as multiple factors, including weak business and consumer confidence, economic uncertainty and confusion over diesel and clean air […]
Air Taxis to reach 430,000 globally by 2040
The influx of established aerospace, automotive and technology companies into the urban air mobility (UAM) market, backed by technological advancements and government initiatives, is expected to drive the air taxi market. According to research from Frost & Sullivan, Air taxi operations are forecast to commence in 2022 in the Middle East and grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 45.9% to reach 430,000 […]
Fleet Summit – Everything you need to know
Are you free on June 8th & 9th? Join us at the Fleet Summit – it will be the best two days you spend out of the office this year. This is a bespoke and highly-targeted two-day event created specifically for senior fleet professionals like you. It is entirely FREE for you to attend. Simply register your place […]
Total Supply Chain Summit – “A really positive experience” – find out why
Confirm your complimentary guest pass for the Total Supply Chain Summit and you’ll discover why this unique event has a 90% delegate satisfaction rate. The next Summit takes place on May 18th & 19th at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire. Register here to claim your complimentary guest pass. Connect with relevant suppliers for a series of pre-arranged, 1-2-1 meetings Attend […]
Lightning storms on list of top EV anxieties
Almost one fifth of petrol and diesel car owners are put off going electric because they’re worried about driving in adverse weather conditions, including, um, lighting storms. Interest in green motoring continues to grow as Brits look to cut their carbon footprint and reduce their running costs, with sales of pure electric cars up by […]
2020 is ‘make or break’ for diesel
2020 could turn out to be a “make or break” year for diesel – with the fuel facing further demonisation just as new emissions standards delivering real benefits become more widely available. Peter Golding, managing director at fleet management software specialist FleetCheck, said: “We seem to have arrived at a point in time where, in terms of public perception, […]
SEAT’s e-Scooter plans look to slash running costs
Spanish motoring firm SEAT has unveiled its first e-Scooter concept in response to the growing demand for zero emissions, with the vehicle producing running costs of just £1 per week for the average motorcyclist. The e-Scooter was unveiled in Barcelona in a partnership with Silence, and will enter full production next year. Power is from […]
There are two Fleet Summits in 2020 – Register today!
Following the success of the recent Fleet Summit, we are preparing for 2020 with not one but two annual events. Plus, a new name and a new look! Registration is now open for the 2020 Fleet Summit – Register here for your complimentary guest pass. 8th & 9th June – Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire 9th & 10th November – Whittlebury Park, […]
Total Supply Chain Summit – Your route to success
The 2019 edition of the Total Supply Chain Summit was the biggest yet – and already we’re making plans for our first 2020 event. It takes place on May 18th & 19th 2020 at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire and registration is open now for you to reserve a complimentary guest place. Talk face-to-face with innovative and budget-saving suppliers […]
Brits want electric cars to sound like… cars
A new survey has revealed that British road users want electric cars to sound like cars to ensure safety for pedestrians and other road users. The survey, conducted by Venson Automotive Solutions, found that 43 percent of drivers would prefer a noise that mimics the sound of a conventional petrol or diesel engine on an […]
