One highlight of the Show this year will be the chance for visitors to the Show to see the Mitsubishi i-MiEV which is being driven by EV specialist, Brian Orr, Director of the EV Matters consultancy, in the 2,500 mile Highland Charge. The Charge, which is raising money for the Help the Heroes charity, begins in Wokingham […]
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Despite the fact that Ford sold more than 170,000 of the previous-shape Transit Connect since its launch in 2002, there was no denying that the compact carrier was starting to show its age. Strong competition from VW’s Caddy, Fiat’s Doblo Cargo and the PSA Berlingo/Partner duo, plus a renewed challenge from Vauxhall’s Combo, the revised […]
The caution, which follows the organisation's recent warning over third-party driving licence reminders, comes as the Government, led by Cabinet Office’s Government Digital Service (GDS), continues to investigate reports of organisations actively misleading users about their services or acting illegally. The DVLA says it has been made aware of several websites offering a check and send […]
Q: Making the move from running a fleet to advising others on theirs A: I have been in fleet management for 16 years. During that time I have switched from being in charge of a 1,000-strong private sector fleet to a commercial vehicle-dominated public sector transport operation that has slimmed down to about 60 vehicles […]
The survey forms part of an inquiry to examine what motorists, hauliers, bus companies and others find when they engage with the DVLA, DSA/VOSA and VCA,. Launching the online survey Louise Ellman, chair of the Transport Committee, said: ‘The Government’s motoring agencies are changing and two (DSA and VOSA) are shortly to merge. All of […]
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VAN Fleet World's inaugural LCV Round Table asked a panel of experts from van manufacturing, rental, telematic suppliers, auctions and residual value specialists, what they think the future could add to that list. Dan Gilkes reports. The LCV Panel AA – Alan Able, Isuzu UK DW – Duncan Ward, British Car Auctions MF – Matthew […]
A familiar face in the industry, Harland brings over 30 years’ experience within the remarking sector and has held senior roles at both Manheim and BCA. SMA managing director Bob Anderson said: ‘We are delighted to welcome John on board. His expertise and reputation are a very welcome addition to our team. Already, he is […]
The newly created roles were previously fulfilled by long-serving operations manager Nigel Brown, who continues in his post. The new appointments come with Sign Language already seeing a major increase in business, notably from vehicle fleets, in the first weeks of 2014. Turnover at the expanding company was more than £1 million in 2013, but […]
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In last year's Budget the Chancellor confirmed future company car tax changes would be announced 3 years in advance and that the next major review of the taxation of Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles ("ULEVs") would occur in 2016, when capital allowances will also be reviewed. We therefore didn't expect any significant announcements in this Budget, so […]
The move will mean added pressure for fleets and fleet drivers to switch away from free private fuel. Meanwhile the Chancellor also announced that the main Van Benefit Charge (VBC) rate will increase in line with inflation from 6th April 2015. However, the Government will extend VBC support for zero emission vans to 5th April […]
