Automotive

Major brands switch from diesel to low-carbon biomethane as CNG Fuels’ UK-wide network of refuelling stations opens up low-carbon deliveries from Inverness to Cornwall.

Increased sales and strong demand for deliveries has led Clayton Park Bakery, one of Lancashire's leading food producers, to invest thousands in a fleet of brand new, low carbon vans.

A pair of entrepreneurial medical students at Birmingham Medical School have launched an innovative ride sharing app, Commute: Fuel Splitter, which could save medical students more than 27 million miles per year on unnecessary car journeys and raise money to fund renewable energy schemes.

Acosta Europe is using the ODO fleet management system via Rivervale Leasing to enhance its duty of care to its drivers.

Oakley Airfield is set to have a new lease of life as a state-of-the-art testing facility for driverless and automated car technology thanks to Leicestershire based, Andrew Granger & Co’s planning and development team.

The Goupil G6, a 100% electrical utility vehicle premiered at the Solutrans show in 2019, is now available in the UK.

HI-TECH company 4Sight Imaging Ltd has pioneered stationary vehicle detection technology which could save lives on the UK’s network of smart motorways.

Applied Driving Techniques (ADT) has launched an AI-powered driver and behavioural safety app that provides the most comprehensive monitoring and engagement tool currently available.

UK law firm TLT has advised Good Energy, the market-leading renewable energy company, on a further £1m investment in Zap-Map, the UK’s leading Electric Vehicle (EV) mapping service.

New partnership between Rivervale and Virtus Energy will include a home charging installation service in its customer’s monthly rentals, a first for the car leasing industry.

TOGG, Turkey’s Automobile Initiative Group comprising of five Turkish industry giants, has announced it will be working with UK-based engineering consultancy, HORIBA MIRA, as a key partner during the development of its pioneering electric SUV.

Martin Phillips has recently joined Athlon UK, bringing a vast amount of expertise and knowledge following 20 years of fleet and leasing experience in both captive and bank-backed organisations. He joins the Athlon UK board of directors.

Hiab UK has invested in 12 brand-new fully-bespoke service vans to further strengthen its service network and bolster its 31-strong fleet.

Business West yesterday (26 March) welcomed the announcement from Honda of the UK Manufacturing Ltd that a buyer had been found for the Honda Swindon site.

Bradford-based logistics experts, Driver Hire, are urging people to consider a career in logistics following what has been a record year for transport drivers.

CitySprint, which has been operational in Birmingham for over a decade, has today announced the relocation of their local business to a new site — located at Unit 59-61 Melchett Road, Kings Norton Business Park, B30 3HP.

And this one wouldn't have been possible without the support of Embassy Midlands in Birmingham! 

Pilot Mark Podbery has been appointed Senior First Officer with The Little Jet Company which is based at Gloucestershire Airport.

LiveWest, a housing association with more than 38,000 properties across the south west of England, is adopting a video telematic solution from VisionTrack across its fleet of 380 vans.

Now available on the Geotab Marketplace, the VisionTrack DVS solution meets Transport for London’s new Direct Vision Standard requirements

World Congress on Railway Research reinforces Birmingham’s position as international transport hub, as event steams into the ICC

Vallance Transport has moved into the fast lane after picking up a coveted national award from logistics specialists Fortec.

HORIBA MIRA has stated that OEMs will need to overhaul their supply chains to meet the new ‘rules of origin’ clause driving a surge in demand for development and testing of EV battery packs.

North East motor dealer Vic Young Conversions has come up with the ideal solution for transporting food and medicine in a germ-free way.

IFL’s new Garretts Green warehouse has been busy offloading European trailers carrying inbound goods

A brand-new company, Mycardirect, has launched with an exciting and innovative new customer proposition.

Christian Schüler, previously President & CEO of Banco Mercedes-Benz do Brasil, succeeds Gero Götzenberger as CEO of Athlon International as of today.

Birmingham in top three cities for highest graduate applications

Deal activity in the UK logistics sector increased in the final quarter of 2020, despite continued uncertainty caused by the coronavirus pandemic and Brexit.

Swiftclean, one of the UK’s longest established specialist ventilation hygiene providers, has announced a remarkable reduction in fuel bills, on-road accidents and vehicle damage

Over four years since the referendum took place and as the UK’s transition period ends, one Somerset based transport company is leading the way in supporting the local economy, ensuring the foreign goods that businesses in the area rely on are still making their way into our homes without delay.

A West Country business is expanding to cope with a growing demand for camper vans, motor homes and surf buses as holiday options for 2021 are restricted due to coronavirus.

Ex-F1 engineer takes helm of Salcombe-based marine specialist

A Worcestershire gritting and snow clearance company has planted over 50 trees at two local schools as part of the firm’s drive to be carbon neutral.

LTS Global Solutions, the Birmingham-headquartered provider of logistics, transport and shipping services, has completed a successful management buy-out (MBO),

A Bristol-based electric vehicle (EV) start-up has featured in a multi-million pound national advertising campaign for Lloyds Bank.

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Pall-Ex has successfully steered its network into the fast lane during its first 12 months as a member and management owned network, increasing members numbers and freight volume.

In recognition of the issues involved in gathering, testing and rectifying non-standard Grey Fleet data,

Leading Sheffield based fleet and workshop management software provider announces major rebrand

E-scooters are now available to hire in Bath and Bristol as part of a trial led by the West of England Combined Authority (WECA).

Two entrepreneurs from the West Midlands have used their expertise in software development, customer engagement and design to disrupt the fleet management market with a new solution.

A car sales and service centre in the West Midlands that was only established six years ago is on course for a record year,

Pilkington Bus, the #Amazing Accrington bus company has invested over £250,000 in its headquarters in the past 12 months.

Used car marketplace proves itself resilient, according to latest data

Expanding Enderby (Leics) based Flood Transport continues to invest in its fleet of trucks

The well-proven combination of Mercedes-Benz trucks and gritting bodywork by Econ will be keeping Worcestershire’s roads open this winter.

Bevan Group’s unwavering sustainability commitment and market-leading product warranty have earned it another top industry accolade.

Andy Hook of ARH Vehicle Solutions is celebrating the launch of his new website and online vehicle leasing capabilities at a time of interest for the car industry.

An award-winning Worcestershire gritting and snow clearance company has taken its next growth steps following a move to second premises and a five-figure vehicle fleet investment.

The pre-let is the latest deal to be signed on the popular and successful development in Bristol, the region’s largest regeneration project on the site of the former Rolls-Royce East Works site in Filton.

With less than 111 days to go, Europa Road, has launched a new customs product to preserve transit times and the flow of goods between the UK and Europe

Stagecoach’s newly opened green mass transportation scheme in Manchester is being powered by Centrica’s Electric Vehicle (EV) enablement solution.

Manufacturer ‘offer’ innovation boosts the market ahead of plate change

Inspire International UK, pioneers in health and safety, environmental and quality management within the commercial vehicle market,

North West chosen as the location for initial deployment

Specialist distributors in leisure equipment and supplies, Miriad Products is going from strength to strength and has recruited three senior employees to support its continued growth.

Drivers from leading coach operator Bakers Dolphin are delighted to be back on the road doing what they love

Award-winning East Midlands Renault Trucks Dealer, RH Commercial Vehicles (RHCV) is expanding its operation, with Isuzu.

Pall-Ex has won the coveted Silver Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) award from the Ministry of Defence for its support of the Armed Forces community.