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Yet another world record…
If you’ve ever opened a copy of the Guinness Book of World Records, you’ll know that there’s a record for pretty much anything. We talked about the record for the fastest time changing a wheel on a moving car recently and there’s every bizarre record you can think of… Whether it’s the most cans ... Read More
Speeding Is The ‘Leading Driving Offence’ For Fleets
Speeding is the leading driving offence that occurs in fleet vehicles according to new data. The research found that a staggering 82% of all driving offences committed by fleet drivers were speeding-related, meaning that more than four in five of all driving offences are a result of speeding. After speeding, there’s a significant drop off ... Read More
Supercar equals super coffee?
We’re all well aware of the cost of living crisis by now… It’s everywhere you look, whether it’s the price of petrol, energy bills, or simply the cost of your weekly food shop. But recently I read an article about how the hospitality sector is starting to struggle as people cut back on the ‘nice ... Read More
MOTs – Fleets Raise Concerns Over Potential MOT Change Plans
Earlier this year, the government suggested changes to MOTs that would mean that they’re only required once every 2 years. Under the current rules, MOTs are legally required every 12 months for any vehicles aged 3 years and over, to ensure that they are road legal and to keep drivers, fleets, and road users safe. ... Read More
The six-wheeled EV fit for all terrain…
Electric vehicles have come a LONG way in the last few years. Gone are the visions of futuristic ideas of what new-age cars should look like and instead, sleek, and stylish vehicles have taken centre stage. Until now. Maybe I’m being a bit unfair, but the one-off modified six-wheeled Wuling Hong Guang Mini EV is ... Read More
More Than 20,000 Vehicles Are Abandoned Every Year In The UK
More than 21,000 vehicles were abandoned in the UK last year according to data released by local councils. Thousands of vehicles are abandoned in the UK every year, with only those that are detected and disposed of being registered, which means the actual figure could be much higher. Figures are calculated by local authorities and ... Read More
What are the top reasons for MOT failures?
There are few things more frustrating than a vehicle failing its MOT. And when you’re operating a fleet, there’s a fair few vehicles to sort out if they’re due… So, knowing the top reasons for a vehicle failing its MOT might be pretty useful beforehand, right? Well, according to the latest research lamps, reflectors, ... Read More
New Vehicle Registrations Rise For The First Time In Five Months
The latest figures from the government have revealed that new vehicle registrations rose by 1.2% in August 2022, the first time the figures have risen in five months. It wasn’t all good news, though, with larger fleet registrations falling by 1.2% in comparison, reflecting the difficulty that some fleets are still experiencing in procuring new ... Read More
Grey Fleet Safety Concerns Over Rising Costs
The rising cost of living could impact the safety standards of grey fleet vehicles according to recent research. It’s because one in five drivers responded to a survey stating that they plan to cut back on vehicle maintenance if bills continue to rise. In fact, more than three-quarters of motorists said that the expected ... Read More
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