The organisation’s comments come as it releases a new report that identifies current safety weaknesses in the SRN: more than 100 people a year lose their lives on motorways and a further 164 on the rest of the network. The report, and the associated Risk Map, shows how the risk of being killed or seriously injured varies […]
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Renault’s updated Trafic range aims to build upon the success of its distinctive predecessor, by offering improved fuel consumption, lower emissions, increased carrying capacity and a more refined cab/office environment for drivers. The unusual roof hump might be gone but Trafic retains a distinctive face, with Renault’s large corporate diamond logo taking centre stage. The […]
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Iveco’s third-generation Daily van promises reduced fuel consumption, increased carrying capacities, improved handling and a cut in the total cost of ownership. More than 2.6 million Daily models have been sold worldwide and the LCV range accounts for 55% of Iveco’s global production. A 5.5% fuel saving is claimed, through improved aerodynamics and engine efficiency. […]
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The March 2014 Budget announced a temporary increase in Annual Investment Allowance (AIA) from £250,000 to £500,000, though it is scheduled to revert back to £250,000 on 1 January 2016. The enhanced AIA of £500,000 is available for capital expenditure on plant, machinery and commercial vehicles (not cars) purchased from April 2014 until 31 December […]
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In previous years, the UK’s most prestigious lean-driving challenge has attracted celebrities, motoring journalists, academics and senior figures from the automotive industry, all striving to see if they could complete the chosen route using as little fuel as possible. Now the call to enter invites anyone with an interest in showing off their eco-driving skills […]
Announced in the Budget, the consultations follow a review of employee benefits and expenses carried out by the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) and will look at: Abolishing the £8,500 threshold for Benefits in Kind including actions to mitigate the impacts on vulnerable groups affected Introducing a statutory definition of a trivial Benefit in Kind […]
Suited to any size and type of fleet, the iFleet tool has been launched by Ignition rm following six years of development and an investment of over £250,000. The firm says the tool delivers accurate results because the system is totally tailored to a company needs and objectives. Rather than using the more traditional fixed […]
The right values The most important lesson I have learnt in my working career is that you can’t know everything and you can’t control everything. What works is having a team of like-minded people, with a range of expertise and knowledge and who all share the same values in life. And for me it’s the […]
The three-year partnership scheme, called “The Networking Project”, will enable the charity to find loving new homes for pets by providing much-needed transport across the country for sick and injured wildlife, as well as rescued and abandoned animals. The scheme will also be vital in ensuring the RSPCA maximises the use and efficiency of its […]
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The research by AXA Business Insurance found that van drivers were 47% more likely to be involved in a crash when they were following other drivers too closely. It also found van drivers were much more likely than other drivers to crash while reversing, doing a U-turn and changing lanes, while they were more liable […]
