More than a quarter of fleets (a net 27%) expect to see growth in the number of vehicles they operate during the next three years, according to the 2022 Arval Mobility Observatory Barometer. The overwhelming reason cited by decision makers surveyed is that their company is expanding (mentioned by 81%), but human resource-related needs (21%) and plans to … [Read more...]
Experts to outline challenges facing repair sector
Leading automotive research and training provider Thatcham Research is the latest organisation to join the 150-strong roster of influential speakers and training experts at the inaugural UK Garage and Bodyshop Event, held at Birmingham’s NEC on 8 & 9 June. Thatcham Research will be talking about, and demonstrating, the most dynamic changes affecting the … [Read more...]
Tradelines 18 May
The entire Audi range has been refreshed and given new colours for orders placed after 23 May. District Green, Ascari Blue, Chronos Grey and Dew Silver have been created with Audi Exclusive matt finishes Floret Silver matt and Daytona Grey matt newly available for RS Q3 and TT RS models and standalone Audi Exclusive paint finishes are reinstated as options … [Read more...]
Government extend funding for low-carbon HGV research
Transport Minister Trudy Harrison yesterday told the Logistics UK’s Future Logistics Conference of £200 million in government funding to continue its zero-emission HGV trials. These are designed will help enable the logistics industry’s journey to decarbonisation, according to the business group. However, the right supporting infrastructure including … [Read more...]
Tradelines 11 May
The first Aston Martin DBX707 has been built for a customer at the St Athan factory. Aston Martin took on 100 additional people for the new model’s assembly and the car is a progressive development of the first generation DBX SUV with enhanced performance and subtle styling and equipment changes but the DBXV8 and China-only straight-six cylinder versions … [Read more...]
Car ownership is old fashioned, says sharing business
The relationship between the British public and their vehicles has changed a lot over the last few years. With the rise of working from home and hybrid work schedules, car ownership numbers all over the country and the entire UK are dropping considerably. In fact, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders found that March 2022 saw new car sales … [Read more...]
Bridgestone planning entry into EV charging
Tyre giant Bridgestone will enter the UK EV charging network in the near future. Bridgestone is adding more weight to claims that UK motorists are accelerating away from internal combustion engines, with further research suggesting that an electric vehicle revolution is rapidly approaching - due in part to soaring fuel bills. As recent statistics … [Read more...]
Newslines 9 May
Close to half of 18-34 year olds are struggling with fuels and cost of living rises, forcing them to borrow money from friends, family - or even banks. Research for ChooseMyCar.com, showed that 46% of this age group have asked friends and family for money, due to huge spikes in fuel costs and that’s in contrast to older age groups, with only 21% of 35-54 … [Read more...]
Newslines 6 May
Automotive finance provider, JBR Capital, has launched into 2022 with a record-setting four-month period – the most successful since the company was founded in 2015. Based in London, JBR Capital has lent over £80 million from 1 January to 30 April 30, enabling an ever-growing number of clients to fund their passion for high-end vehicles. The new 536bhp … [Read more...]
HGV drivers desperately needed
With the HGV driver shortage continuing to place pressure on UK supply chains, Logistics UK is urging HGV drivers who have left the workplace to consider re-joining. Hundreds of spaces are available on government-funded refresher training courses, called Skills Bootcamps. Managed by the Driver Academy Group, a consortium comprising of business organisation … [Read more...]
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