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 […]
Professional drivers in short supply, says IRU
The European road transport sector is facing the most acute professional driver shortage in decades. That’s the conclusion of a report by the International Road Transport Union (IRU), based on insight from stakeholders across the European transport industry and drawn from two surveys. The data revealed a visible driver shortage of 21% in the freight […]
More funds made available for cleaner buses
A further £25 million is to be committed by the government to the Clean Bus Technology Fund, a project launched in 2017 to upgrade buses with technology reducing nitrogen dioxide emissions in areas of poor air quality. 14 local authorities have been chosen by the government for the cash boost, following on from last year’s […]
Do you specialise in Accident & Risk Management solutions?
Each month on Fleet Management Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the fleet & logistics market – and in April we’ll be focussing on Accident & Risk Management solutions. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help fleet buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if […]
Total Supply Chain Summit: Everything you need to know
Registration is open for VIP delegate spaces at the Total Supply Chain Summit, which takes place on May 20th& 21stat Heythrop Park in Oxfordshire. The Summit is a highly-focused event that brings senior logistics and distribution professionals together for one-to-one business meetings, interactive seminars and valuable networking opportunities. Over two working days delegates will meet with credible […]
Maintaining flexibility of business transport is ‘key to future mobility strategies’
Maintaining the flexibility of business transport will be the key challenge facing fleets as future mobility strategies start to take effect, says FleetCheck. Noting the publication of the Government’s Future of Mobility Urban Strategy, the fleet software specialist says it is important to keep journeys as simple and effective as possible. Peter Golding (pictured), managing director at FleetCheck, explained: “We fully […]
SAVE THE DATE: Fleet Services Management Summit 2019
The Fleet Services Management Summit is taking place on November 11th & 12th at Whittlebury Hall. Ensure you have a delegate place by registering for your free VIP ticket. As a VIP guest, you will be benefit from: A personalised itinerary of face-to-face meetings with innovative suppliers who match your requirements and upcoming projects. No […]
More clean air zones and EVs required, says PHE
Public Health England (PHE) has outlined actions to improve outdoor air quality and health, including a call for more EVs and additional clean air zones in town and cities. PHE was commissioned by the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) to review the evidence for effective air quality interventions, and provide practical recommendations for […]
