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Fleets, suppliers and manufacturers have a month to go before the deadline passes for the Fleet News Awards 2021.

Covid-19 will have a lasting impact on fleet policies, procedures and practices, creating a different environment for fleet compliance, says Licence Bureau.

Chevin has launched a new brand identity, website and ‘hero’ film to mark its 30th year.

Car fleet management is developing into three equal pillars – conventional fleet, grey fleet and salary sacrifice – says FleetCheck.

Changes give fleets the opportunity to cut costs by leasing thanks to significant whole life costs savings, says CBVC Vehicle Management.

Fleet Assist has secured a three-year contract with RCI Financial Services to support the SMR needs of its fleet of more than 12,500 vehicles.

The latest news in briefs from the fleet industry including Midlands Asset Finance (MAF) launching its new brand and Vimcar achieves a company milestone.

Allianz Insurance has outsourced the management of its company car fleet to Fleet Logistics UK to help develop its carbon reduction programme.

The Herd Group has rolled out Jaama’s Key2 asset management system to run all aspects of its rapidly expanding 2,000-vehicle fleet.

A new data service, which can provide access to telematics data from any data source in real time, including OEM-embedded hardware, has been launched.

Fleet managers 'rushing' to switch to greener vehicles could be making a “costly mistake” to their business, Total Motion’s MD has warned.

Auto Data Solutions is offering fleets a free audit of their data and systems to identify savings and help platforms work together more effectively.

Ebbon Group has moved into artificial intelligence (AI) with a new partnership with Zegami, and the creation of a new business entity, Ebbon Intelligence.

The UK Government has backed Urban Air Port’s Air-One hub for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft.

Webfleet Video integrates Lytx’s camera technology with Webfleet Solutions’ fleet management system.

The latest from the fleet industry including Activate Group announcing a new charging network for customers and TMC reports a strong demand for its services.

Drive Software Solutions has helped ABP UK introduce electric vehicles (EVs) to its fleet, supported by Rivervale Leasing.

FleetCheck is warning that shortages in both new vehicle supply and fleet management skills could damage the switch to electric vehicles (EVs).

Fleet News is urging fleet decision-makers to share their views on some of the key issues facing the industry in a quick-fire survey.

Total Motion has spent more than £1 million developing technology used by Uber to create a client communications hub for fleet operators.

Fleet News is asking fleet decision-makers for their views on some of the potential issues facing them in 2021 in a quick-fire survey.

Fleet decision-makers can help get buy-in from the board for new initiatives by trying to get a ‘sponsor’ to promote the idea.

Just one in seven (14%) car and taxi trips on the M25 bypass London completely, with the vast majority (74%) starting or ending in London.

Ebbon-Dacs is reporting a sharp increase in usage of its electronic vehicle delivery and collection solution, MoDel, despite the coronavirus pandemic.

New enterprise adopts ‘start-up mentality’ to offer ‘something different’, says UK MD John Wright

The Association of Fleet Professionals (AFP) appoints seven new committee members and Drive Software Solutions launches ODO inspections app.

It is vital to get senior/board level support in order to push through any changes at fleet level, say fleet decision-makers.

Fleets are a vital component in keeping goods flowing, people moving and the economy running.

Fleet Operations is helping companies plan for an uncertain future by offering free post-Covid Fleet Health Checks at this year’s Virtual Fleet & Mobility Live.

Fleet departments where teams are operating individually from home have been driving an increase in demand for fleet management software, says FleetCheck.

A new solution aims to support improved fleet management by incorporating vehicle data from Mercedes-Benz vehicles and vans into the MyGeotab platform.

Called Consort, it is based on the principle that PVS will agree targets for savings in key areas with new clients and only be paid if and when they are achieved.

The AlphaGuide app is now being offered with more self-service solutions, such as nearby fuel and charge stations and damage reporting.

The 2020 Fleet News Customer Service Award winner, Fleet Service GB, has introduced Achieve, a fleet management programme that focuses on driver safety and reducing fleet operating costs.

Business interest in outsourcing fleet operations is on the rise as companies consider their bottom line and the impact of Covid-19, according to LeasePlan.

Select Car Leasing has agreed a partnership with ODO, to offer fleet management services to its customers.

Ford and ALD Automotive have signed a shareholder agreement to create an integrated leasing and fleet management business in Europe.

Fuel sales at filling stations across the UK are still 23% below pre-lockdown levels, despite restrictions being eased, according to latest government figures.

There have always had differing processes and policies, but FleetCheck claims Covid-19 will deepen the divide further for mixed fleets.

The transport management and car benefits provider has become employee-owned in a move that is thought to be a first for the industry.