Fleets are having to push renewal dates into 2016 as certain manufacturers have miscalculated the level of demand and are now unable to fulfil orders.

A hardcore minority persists in using phones while driving, despite opposition

A project examining how the UK energy system needs to adapt in order to accommodate plug-in hybrid and battery electric vehicles (EVs) has been launched.

Toyota is targeting 5% market share in 2015, but its main focus is in the core A, B and C segments where it has a 6.8% share.

Strong leadership and professionalism are key to improving the image of the LCV sector, according to the 2015/16 Van Excellence Report.

JJ Food Service has taken delivery of new Isuzu Forward 7.5 tonne rigid trucks.

Twenty police fleets across the UK are forecast to save taxpayers around £5 million under a new national vehicle purchasing agreement.

Employees should not print a copy of their driving licence record and give it to their employer, Paul Jeffreys of the DVLA told an ACFO seminar.

Research from Sewells shows that 81% of fleets expect implications for the UK market following the Volkswagen emissions scandal.

Employers should make driver risk assessments at least annually, Health and Safety Executive policy adviser Andrew Wetters told an ACFO seminar.

Highways England admitted to 'teething problems' with the newly-introduced Dart Charge at a seminar organised by fleet operators' association ACFO.

Driver shortages and CPC are the most challenging issues faced by transport managers, according to a Freight Transport Association survey.

A number of the ALD Automotive senior management team have recently taken delivery of Volvo’s new XC90.

Avis Rent-a-Car is to start using Epyx’s 1link Disposal Network for delfeeting of its stock to dealers.

An impressive panel of industry experts has been assembled to discuss ‘the future of fleet’ at Fleet Management Live at the NEC, Birmingham, on October 6-7.

Škoda is preparing itself for a busy end to the 2015 with soaring fleet sales and the launch of the new Superb.

CEO of Volkswagen, Martin Winterkorn, has resigned amid the NOx emissions bypassing scandal.

Raphaels Bank, an independent bank with a strong pedigree in motor and commercial asset-based finance, has appointed Ashley Davies.

Tim Tozer has quit Vauxhall as managing director just one week after telling journalists at the Frankfurt Motor Show about his high hopes for the brand's future with its new Astra.

Highways England has been ordered by ministers to limit roadworks to two miles, according to The Times.

The body which represents the UK automotive industry says there is no evidence to suggest other carmakers have been disguising pollution levels.

Cardiff City FC Foundation has acquired 13 Mercedes-Benz Citan vans for its football in the community projects.

Sentinel Systems has secured two new orders for its camera and auto-braking radar systems with Simply Waste Solutions and Yorwaste.

The Parts Alliance has strengthened its position in the aftermarket sector after GSF Car Parts joins group.

The Association for Driving Licence Verification is calling on vocational fleets to check their drivers licences on a quarterly basis.

Luton-based S H Pratt & Co is taking delivery of 25 TGX 26.440 XLX tractor units fitted with MAN’s new efficient cruise.

Three new turbocharged engines have been added to the Kia Ceed range and are now available to order.

TOM Vehicle Rental has announced plans to introduce 30 Mercedes-Benz Vitos to its fleet this September.

Telematics developer and supplier Airmax Remote has overhauled its IT infrastructure to deliver a faster, scalable and more resilient delivery framework.

Many UK fleet operators are paying for overhead costs they don’t need when they use traditional management organisations to control their accidents repairs.