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Pump prices, the driver shortage and the expansion of clean air zones are the top three issues concerning fleet decision-makers, new research suggests.

Wigan Council has cut engine idling across its mixed fleet of 320 vehicles after partnering with Michelin Connected Fleet.

Solution is designed to empower customers with additional data-driven insights so they can reduce emissions, electrify vehicles and meet sustainability goals.

Richard Peak, director at Nextbase, highlights how fleet managers have a responsibility to protect the company's brand as well as its vehicles and drivers.

Targa Telematics is a relatively new name among the dozens of telematics providers targeting the UK fleet industry.

The latest industry news, including broker growth for Ebbon Automotive and Targa Telematics strikes data deal with Ford.

Fastned's ultra-rapid EV charging station opens in Martlesham and the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVLRA) launches a new compliance forum.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) will be required to help the fleet industry meet its net zero targets, according to automotive tech firm Digital INNK.

A new £15.2m trial of of self-driving vehicle technology will take place in Coventry and Targa Telematics acquires Viasat Group.

RAC Connected is partnering with smart Exeros Technologies to enhance its offer to business fleets.

Audi is updating its MIB3 infotainment system to allow the installation of third party apps.

Managing fuel costs, post-pandemic disruption and squeezed supply chains are among the top challenges faced by fleets, new research suggests.

Speakers have been named for the Vehicle Remarketing Association’s (VRA) March meeting on EV remarketing and Quartix has launched a new vehicle check app.

Andrew Kelly, managing director at Contel, reveals the options to delay a mass swap of hardware from 3G mobile networks, in favour of a more staged migration.

The Law Commission of England and Wales has called for regulatory changes to support the development of remote driving technology.

Civil Rail Solutions is rolling out real-time in-cab driver coaching technology from Lightfoot to help its 60-strong van fleet cut fuel use and improve safety.

Using Webfleet connected fleet management technology, Halfords has launched a major driver safety initiative.

Microlise has opened its annual Driver of the Year (DOTY) Awards for nominations.

Telematics is an “almost essential” tool for fleets looking to adopt electric vans and job-need electric cars, according to the Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP).

Teletrac Navman UK has identified what it believes will be the top four fleet technologies in the coming year.

The best technology to reduce crashes and protect drivers depends on the safety systems a vehicle has, the type of crash and different road types, TRL says.

Sean Maher, head of sales at Quartix, answers whether it is time to let go of auto-renewing telematics contracts.

Major manufacturers, including Stellantis, Volkswagen and BMW, revealed their latest vehicle designs and the technology at CES in Las Vegas.

Honda has revised its Jazz hybrid with a new e:HEV hybrid powertrain that adds power and towing capacity, without impacting CO2 or fuel efficiency.

Enterprise has signed an agreement to become an authorised Geotab reseller in the UK.

Inseego has partnered with vehicle and driver management software company, Pocket Box, to deliver telematics-enabled fleet management solutions.

Webfleet has expanded its partnership with Chargylize to launch a new solution to help fleets electrify.

Improving driver safety and vehicle security are the main reasons that UK businesses adopt telematics for their van operations, research suggests.

Stellantis has acquired aiMotive in a bid to expand its development of autonomous driving technology.

Using telematics and bespoke advice, Street Fleet hopes to accelerate electrification by helping businesses understand which vehicles can electrify most easily.

The key reason fleets are adopting telematics is driver safety followed by improving security and locating vehicles, research suggests.

Greville Coe, managing director at Radius Telematics, looks at how telematics can empower small business to make cost efficiencies.

The RAC has launched a new telematics package with a rolling 30-day contract and a plug-and-play interface.

Steven Kirwan, director of operations at LeasePlan Insurance, explores driver gamification and whether or not it can improve fleet safety.

Currently, there are more than 40 different companies and organisations taking part in the FleetCheck Partner Programme.

The new connected, tyre and vehicle maintenance product is aimed at small and medium-sized fleets operating trucks and buses as well as passenger cars and vans.

Mina and Lightfoot have formed a new partnership to tackle electric vehicle (EV) charging fraud for businesses.

Fleets of delivery drivers participating in Zego’s Risk Management Academy have seen a reduction of 22% in insurance claims.

FORS, the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme, has partnered with transport optimisation specialists, the Algorithm People, to offer the FORS Transport Planner.

Geotab has announced it has surpassed three million subscribers, demonstrating the continued ‘high demand’ for data intelligence, the company said.