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The DVSA tells Fleet News that requirements relating to vehicle testing are under review.

DVSA says critical workers, however, will still be able to book tests during suspension.

Driving for Better Business (DfBB) has launched a new online gap analysis tool to help organisations manage those who drive for work.

Motor Claim Guru and Auto Logistic Solutions (ALS) have formed a partnership to work together in assisting motorists in the event of an incident.

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) has suspended MOTs for all heavy goods vehicles (HGVs) and public service vehicles (PSVs).

GEM Motoring Assist has welcomed Government plans to improve the safety of smart motorways, but warned motorists still face being stranded in the road.

Analysis of cars and vans operated by FleetCheck customers shows ‘disparity’ of fleet operators’ emissions.

BCA sales has announced all vehicle auctions will go online only to ensure the well-being of customers and staff in relation to the ongoing coronavirus crisis.

FORS – the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme – has suspended all FORS Bronze site audit activity from today (Monday, March 23) until further notice.

The commercial fleet industry has welcomed the suspension of all road-user charges in London from today (Monday, March 23) due to the coronavirus crisis.

Drivers’ hours rules relaxed further as trade bodies say supply chain can keep goods moving with Government support.

All road-user charges will be suspended in the capital from today (Monday, March 23) until further notice, Transport for London (TfL) has announced.

A 30-day ‘try before you buy’ electric vehicle loan scheme in Nottingham has been hailed as having the potential to act as a blueprint for other UK cities.

Relaxation acknowledges the vital contribution that the commercial fleet industry is playing in keeping the economy moving during the coronavirus pandemic

The figures from CNG Fuels comes as it opens two new refuelling stations, with the support of Ingenious.

Specialist fire protection contractor has converted its company car fleet to all-electric by taking on 10 Tesla Model 3s.

The ICFM said it had taken the proactive approach to postpone all tutor-led training with immediate effect.

Tyre retailer Kwik Fit has introduced social distancing measures for its mobile fleet operators as interest in the service has risen due to coronavirus.

The Skoda Kodiaq is the latest model in the manufacturer’s line-up to be converted into a specially designed police dog unit.

Green Motion urges the rental industry to address customers’ fears around coronavirus contamination by ensuring vehicles undergo deep cleans after each hire.

Skoda and BMW have joined the growing number of manufacturers who have closed factories due to the coronavirus pandemic.

A new report has found that motorists are deterred from switching to electric vehicles (EVs) as they do not have access to chargers at home.

UK Carline Vehicle Leasing have announced Paul Lowdon as its new commercial director.

The Commercial Vehicle Show 2020 has been cancelled as a result of Coronavirus avoidance measures.

At Fleet News, we’re as prepared as we can be and we’re working hard to keep as close as possible to ‘business as usual’ in these extraordinary times, safeguarding our business and our service to you.

Go Plant Fleet Services is investing more than £1.3 million to create what it claims is the largest fleet of ‘back to black’ road sweepers in the UK.

E2E Total Loss Vehicle Management (E2E) is providing support to fleet operators who may be impacted by supply chain continuity due to the Coronavirus outbreak.

The Licence Bureau has issued a warning to fleets of a ‘major knowledge gap’ as electric vehicle (EV) registrations continue to surge.

Rental companies are experiencing a surge in demand as businesses crucial to preventing the spread of coronavirus need to expand their fleets.