Mobility strategy - Page 13

The value of a company car in a modern employee benefits package will be challenged at Fleet Live by a senior personnel director.

By Justin Whitston, chief executive of Fleet-on-Demand

Ford says that Fleet Live 2018 will provide it with the perfect platform to speak to fleet decision-makers about the major issues effecting the industry.

Ford’s ride-sharing shuttle service Chariot has expanded its routes, providing out-of-town services for the first time.

The Government wants to enable a sea change in how people, goods and services are moved around the country by resolving barriers to data sharing.

A state-of-the-art driving simulator designed to enhance understanding of fleet safety will be available for fleet decision makers to inspect and trial at Fleet Live.

Volkswagen has announced We Share, an all-electric car sharing service in selected major cities.

Fleet operators will receive guidance with a transition to a zero emission future at Fleet Live.

After August 25 automated driving licence checks via third party providers will not be possible unless updated GDPR-compliant driver permission is obtained.

Audi is planning to introduce its On Demand mobility service - which currently allows retail customers to hire cars from one to 28 days - to UK businesses next year.

The Freight Transport Association (FTA), has announced its Van Excellence scheme is supporting Fleet Live 2018.

Volkswagen Financial Services UK (VWFS) has launched a car rental service in the UK.

The director responsible one of the most successful fleet procurement initiatives of the decade will speak at Fleet Live on October 10.

Mobility as a service (MaaS) developers have received a major boost after train companies agreed to publish more real-time information.

Instead of using the car to get from A to B, private and business motorists will choose multi-modal options, experts predict.

Virtual reality (VR) training technology will be available for delegates to try at Fleet Live, the unmissable event for fleet decision makers.

The hazardous impact of stress and fatigue on company drivers will come under the spotlight at Fleet Live.

FuelGenie has announced its attendance at Fleet Live 2018, on October 9-10 at Birmingham’s NEC.

Just 2% of UK businesses would consider giving up their company cars, according to new research from Arval.

The future of mobility and last mile deliveries are the subject of two Government consultations launched today.

Irdeto will be showcasing software protection for keyless entry to today’s vehicles and cybersecurity defences for tomorrow’s autonomous vehicles.

Toyota is planning to demonstrate a range of mobility solutions at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo.

The importance of employers offering a balanced benefits package, and where the company car sits within this, will be the focus of a seminar at Fleet Live.

Fleet Live has announced the support of Fleet Europe, the leading publication for international fleet managers, for its show at the NEC Birmingham from October 9-10.

Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce (GBCC) has given its support to Fleet Live 2018.

Virtuo, a new app-based mobile car rental service, has launched in London.

Procurement will take centre stage at Fleet Live after a joint working agreement between the event and the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply (CIPS).

Fleet Live 2018 will examine alternatives to the traditional company car, with an in-depth look at the future of mobility.

Volkswagen will offer an electric car sharing service as part of its WE/We customer platform, next year.

The Government says it will not intervene in the provision of mobility services, after being warned it must show political leadership if mobility is to succeed in the UK.

Volvo will offer on demand access to cars through a new app-based subscription service called M.

The Association for Driving Licence Verification recommending monthly checks should be carried out on drivers with more than nine points as a matter of best-practice.

ALD Automotive has signed a pilot agreement with MaaS Global, an international mobility operator based in Finland.

Uber has now been awarded a licence but it has been put on probation for 15 months.

Carmakers need to start building excitement around the possibilities presented by autonomous vehicles to overcome public uncertainty about entrusting their journeys to driverless cars, according to a cognitive psychologist.

A lack of appropriate and attractive benefits and the limited availability of supportive tools is hampering the introduction of fleet mobility strategies.

Leasing and fleet management company LeasePlan USA has partnered with ride-hailing firm Lyft to offer its corporate clients a broader mobility solution in the United States.

By John Pryor, chairman, ACFO

Alphabet has announced that AlphaCity is now available with an expanded choice of vehicles, with users also being able to access light commercial vehicles for the very first time.

Here Mobility has launched its Mobility Marketplace in London, offering access to transport services in the capital from one platform, with live schedule updates, pricing comparisons, and booking options.