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Academy Pro Leasing has appointed Airmax Remote as its telematics partner to help track and trace vehicles.

MD of Pullman, Kevin Wildman, announces departure from firm, which was recently acquired by Aurelius, with Rivus CEO David Myers taking joint role.

Group 1 Automotive has renewed its exclusive remarketing deal with BCA to support its used car programme for a further two years.

Webfleet Solutions has established a data connection with Mercedes-Benz Connectivity Services as part of its OEM.connect partner programme.

RAC patrols attended almost 1,500 call-outs in the last three months of 2020 for pothole related breakdowns, despite reduced traffic volumes as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.

Trainee LGV drivers have lost almost £200,000 during 2020 as a result of their theory test certificates expiring during the lockdown periods.

Volkswagen has expanded the Arteon range, following the car’s facelift last year, with a new eHybrid plug-in hybrid version.

Dacia has revealed a new concept car, called the Bigster, to showcase its intentions to enter the C-segment alongside models like the Nissan Qashqai.

The Coronavirus pandemic has accelerated the diversity and inclusion agenda across businesses and highlighted the importance of brand perception, according to Ennis & Co founder, Lynda Ennis.

Self-driving technology will be present in 40% of all new UK car sales by 2035, with a total market value of £41.7 billion, a new report suggests.

Renault is seeking to position itself as technology, service and clean energy brand, with a plan to launch 14 new models with electrified powertrains by 2025.

Used stock from the Reflex Vehicle Hire fleet will be sold to traders via a new online auction platform developed in-house.

Car use has fallen by more than a fifth in the UK during the latest lockdown – nowhere near the decline seen in March – new data from the RAC shows.

Sales of pure electric and plug-in hybrid cars soared last year, with more than 175,000 vehicles registered representing a growth of 140%.

IAM Roadsmart is calling for “comprehensive” training on the use of advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), such as adaptive cruse control and autonomous emergency braking.

Insurance and Mobility Solutions (IMS) has partnered with Sogo to supply telematics solutions focused on asset protection and collision detection.

A new webinar series designed to help the remarketing sector prepare for the end of the Covid-19 pandemic has been announced by the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).

Keyfuels has announced it has renewed its partnership with Moto Hospitality forecourts and pumps, enabling full acceptance of its fuel card across all Moto motorway sites.

Powertrain specialist Libertine has demonstrated new technology that could help truck manufacturers to make all heavy-duty vehicles fossil free by 2040.

Renault Trucks UK & Ireland has unveiled plans to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas status by 2030 across its operations and dealer network.

Groupe Renault has entered a joint venture with hydrogen fuel cell specialist Plug Power to develop a range of hydrogen powered vans.

Autorola is warning that electric vehicle (EV) prices in used value guides should be used “sparingly” based on its experience of online sales in 2020.

A survey has been launched for fleets to have their say on how driving for work guidance from the HSE and DfT can be improved.

A Fleet News' webinar provided a unique opportunity to discuss key issues and share best practice with a small number of decision-makers. Watch the recording.

UK businesses are being presented with a wealth of data to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of their fleet operations.

Transport for London (TfL) has launched a new Vision Zero Dashboard tool, which enables people to access and interpret London’s road collision data more easily.

OVO Energy has agreed a fleet deal with Kia to supply 40 of its field force team with the all-electric Kia e-Niro.

Volvo Cars will use Gothenburg as a testbed for new connected car technologies to help the city become climate-neutral by 2030.

Privately-run haulier Kersey Freight has welcomed 18 new Scania S Series trucks to its 60-vehicle fleet.

Hitachi Capital UK has invested £10 million in EV charging business Gridserve to support the rollout of 100 new Electric Forecourts.