NIC: ‘Ban new diesel HGV sales by 2040’
Ministers should ban the sale of new diesel HGV lorries by no later than 2040, according to a new report by the National Infrastructure Commission (NIC). The development of hydrogen and battery HGVs is already well advanced and vehicles are expected to be commercially available in the early 2020s. Sir John Armitt, the Commission chairman, said the […]
Do you specialise in Fleet Management Software? We want to hear from you!
Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet & logistics market – and in May we’ll be focussing on Fleet Management Software. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help fleet buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
GUEST BLOG: Effectively managing driver risk by making safety part of every day
By Andy Cuerden, Managing Director, Europe, eDriving What do you do if a customer calls your company employee while they are driving? An eDriving client recently shared a story about a customer calling their customer services department from a mobile phone while driving. The customer services representative politely informed the customer: “I’m sorry, it is […]
EU backs new vehicle safety standards
The European Parliament has given the green light to new minimum EU vehicle safety requirements that will come into force from 2022. The vote by the full parliament, at its last session of this mandate, follows a provisional deal reached by the EU institutions last month. According to the final deal on the legislation, new […]
Looking for new supply chain & logistics solutions? Start right here…
Sourcing new suppliers, solutions and innovations is time-consuming and, frankly, dull. Hours of Googling, arranging meetings and travel… but there is another way. The Total Supply Chain Summit is the answer. 20 & 21 May 2019 – Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire This two-day event will give you the opportunity to meet with innovative and budget-saving suppliers, […]
UK front runner in £62 billion self-driving car race
The UK is in pole position in the global race to market for connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs), with a £62 billion boost to the UK economy by 2030 up for grabs. That’s according to a report published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and Frost & Sullivan, which analyses the […]
DAVIS launches vehicle accident feature to further improve risk management
Licence Check has announced a series of innovations for its cloud-based Driver and Vehicle Information Solution brand, DAVIS, including accident recording, enhanced licence checking and enhanced security. DAVIS (Driver & Vehicle Information Solutions) helps organisations better manage driver and vehicle risk by automating essential checks and streamlining compliance processes. DAVIS was enhanced last October with […]
EV battery capacity up by 50kWh
Frost & Sullivan research reveals battery capacity has increased by more than 50kWh across all plug-in hybrid/battery electric vehicles (PHEVs/BEVs), while 150+kW batteries now come with fast-charging capabilities. These advances in battery technologies are creating a parallel need for a battery thermal management system (BTMS) to ensure higher mile range, longer life, and superior battery […]
What will you learn at the Total Supply Chain Summit?
Join us at the Total Supply Chain Summit and you’ll have the opportunity to discover the latest insights in supply chain procedures and tactics. This unique two-day event takes place on May 20th & 21st at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire and is entirely FREE for you to attend. Your VIP pass includes access to a series […]
Arval makes EV charging point commitment
A significant new electric vehicle charging site is to open next month at the headquarters of vehicle leasing and fleet management company, Arval. At its Windmill Hill Business Park offices, 43 charging points will be available to Arval employees along with an additional seven for other businesses using the same building. Furthermore, Arval has unveiled plans to […]
