SMMT data shows huge CV production downturn

SMMT data shows huge CV production downturn

John Sootheran

UK car production rose 5.6% in July to 69,127 units, marking a second month of growth.Commercial vehicle output slumped 81.1% against last year’s record July.Year to date, total vehicle production...

SMMT data shows huge CV production downturn

John Sootheran

UK car production rose 5.6% in July to 69,127 units, marking a second month of growth.Commercial vehicle output slumped 81.1% against last year’s record July.Year to date, total vehicle production...

Fleets face sharp rise in driver fines

Fleets face sharp rise in driver fines

ian richardson

Fleets are grappling with a “significant” rise in driver fines, new research from Jaama – recognised by FleetWise as a Highly Recommended Trusted Brand – has revealed. A survey of...

Fleets face sharp rise in driver fines

ian richardson

Fleets are grappling with a “significant” rise in driver fines, new research from Jaama – recognised by FleetWise as a Highly Recommended Trusted Brand – has revealed. A survey of...

The 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet Barometer – key findings

The 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet Barometer – key findings

John Sootheran

Key findings from the 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet Barometer: Fleet growth confidence remains strong: 28% expect fleet expansion this year, 65% anticipate stability, and only 6% predict contraction. Total...

The 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet Barometer – key findings

John Sootheran

Key findings from the 2025 Arval Mobility Observatory Fleet Barometer: Fleet growth confidence remains strong: 28% expect fleet expansion this year, 65% anticipate stability, and only 6% predict contraction. Total...

Is your fleet prepared for the emissions reporting that legislation demands?

Is your fleet prepared for the emissions reporting that legislation demands?

John Sootheran

Research by fleet gurus, Alphabet, has raised concerns over how well UK businesses are equipped to calculate and report fleet emissions under the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) legislation....

Is your fleet prepared for the emissions reporting that legislation demands?

John Sootheran

Research by fleet gurus, Alphabet, has raised concerns over how well UK businesses are equipped to calculate and report fleet emissions under the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) legislation....

Govt 'risks jobs and car sales with ECO scheme change'

Govt 'risks jobs and car sales with ECO scheme change'

John Sootheran

HM Treasury is facing pressure to reconsider draft legislation that would reclassify Employee Car Ownership Schemes (ECOS) as company cars, making them subject to benefit-in-kind (BIK) tax from October 2026....

Govt 'risks jobs and car sales with ECO scheme change'

John Sootheran

HM Treasury is facing pressure to reconsider draft legislation that would reclassify Employee Car Ownership Schemes (ECOS) as company cars, making them subject to benefit-in-kind (BIK) tax from October 2026....

Single Sign-On makes fleet lives easier – Fleetcheck

Single Sign-On makes fleet lives easier – Fleetcheck

John Sootheran

FleetCheck says Single Sign-On (SSO) is becoming a key trend in fleet management software, allowing users to access all their fleet systems with one login. Fleetcheck CEO, Peter Golding, highlights growing...

Single Sign-On makes fleet lives easier – Fleetcheck

John Sootheran

FleetCheck says Single Sign-On (SSO) is becoming a key trend in fleet management software, allowing users to access all their fleet systems with one login. Fleetcheck CEO, Peter Golding, highlights growing...

Why ZE Ports and Spirii’s e-HGV Subscription Could Be a Game Changer for UK Haulage

Why ZE Ports and Spirii’s e-HGV Subscription Could Be a Game Changer for UK Haulage

ian richardson

The haulage industry has seen its fair share of “next big things” over the years—but the new pay-per-kilometre subscription model for electric HGVs from ZE Ports and Spirii could be one...

Why ZE Ports and Spirii’s e-HGV Subscription Could Be a Game Changer for UK Haulage

ian richardson

The haulage industry has seen its fair share of “next big things” over the years—but the new pay-per-kilometre subscription model for electric HGVs from ZE Ports and Spirii could be one...

OEMs strengthen Lease Co ties, as BMW retains top position – BVRLA

OEMs strengthen Lease Co ties, as BMW retains top position – BVRLA

John Sootheran

Car manufacturers have significantly improved their relationships with leasing companies over the past year, with BMW once again leading the field, according to the latest British Vehicle Rental and Leasing...

OEMs strengthen Lease Co ties, as BMW retains top position – BVRLA

John Sootheran

Car manufacturers have significantly improved their relationships with leasing companies over the past year, with BMW once again leading the field, according to the latest British Vehicle Rental and Leasing...

UK automotive sector at a glance – SMMT

UK automotive sector at a glance – SMMT

John Sootheran

We all love an SMMT infographic, and this one is a peach.Look and learn!

UK automotive sector at a glance – SMMT

John Sootheran

We all love an SMMT infographic, and this one is a peach.Look and learn!

Opinion: UK public charging costs are jeopardising an electric future – Lucy Yu

Opinion: UK public charging costs are jeopardising an electric future – Lucy Yu

John Sootheran

Electric vehicle (EV) charging faces a growing cost challenge that could hinder global adoption. In the UK, charging an EV at home can cost as little as 7p per kilowatt...

Opinion: UK public charging costs are jeopardising an electric future – Lucy Yu

John Sootheran

Electric vehicle (EV) charging faces a growing cost challenge that could hinder global adoption. In the UK, charging an EV at home can cost as little as 7p per kilowatt...

Most-reliable SUVs revealed – Warranty Solutions Group

Most-reliable SUVs revealed – Warranty Solutions Group

John Sootheran

The most reliable SUVs on UK roads have been revealed by Warranty Solutions Group (WSG), based on over 2750 vehicle repair claims made between June 2024 and May 2025. Among...

Most-reliable SUVs revealed – Warranty Solutions Group

John Sootheran

The most reliable SUVs on UK roads have been revealed by Warranty Solutions Group (WSG), based on over 2750 vehicle repair claims made between June 2024 and May 2025. Among...

The real danger of under-inflated car tyres – What Car?

The real danger of under-inflated car tyres – What Car?

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being urged to check tyre pressures regularly after new research revealed the serious cost and safety risks of incorrect inflation. In lab tests, three identical new tyres...

The real danger of under-inflated car tyres – What Car?

John Sootheran

Fleet operators are being urged to check tyre pressures regularly after new research revealed the serious cost and safety risks of incorrect inflation. In lab tests, three identical new tyres...