This Venson Automotive Solutions white paper explores the greatest disruptive force in global manufacturing: Chinese battery electric vehicle (BEV) power. According to the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT), 314,687 new BEVs were registered in the UK in 2023, an increase of almost 50,000 on the previous year. However, their annual market share dipped …
Forget alluring car colours, the way to a woman’s heart is through Park Assist but men want to woo with their sound system. Data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) reveals that grey, black and white are the nation’s favourite new car colours, but if money and viability were no object, what would …
Practicality Trumps Attention-Grabbing for Motorists this Valentine’s Day Read More »
But two thirds confirmed they will use public transport more if connectivity is improved A new survey from Venson Automotive Solutions shows there is overwhelming support for Transport Secretary Mark Harper’s plans to improve transport connectivity through road and rail upgrades, with 80% of motorists surveyed giving it the thumbs up. In addition, 64% of …
One in Three Drivers Confess to Regularly Ignoring the Lower Limit As debate continues over the introduction of the 20-mph speed limit on UK roads, a new survey in support of Brake Road Safety Week by Venson Automotive Solutions reveals that only 14% of drivers support its implementation in their area1. Despite the lower speed …
Venson Calls for Drivers to Respect the 20-mph Speed Zone as It’s Saving Lives Read More »
New Free White Paper Empowers Fleet Teams to Drive the Next Company Vehicle Advancement With incredible new technologies now very close to being market-ready, and the legislative framework taking shape, Venson Automotive Solutions is urging fleet managers to future-proof the sector just as it is currently with electric vehicles. Its latest free white paper – …
As overloading tops DVSA list of van driver offences, posing a risk to drivers and other road users With the latest figures from the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) revealing that overloading is the number one offence committed by van drivers in the first quarter of the year[i], Venson Automotive Solutions is urging …
SME’s Must Focus on Safety When Equipping Fleet Vehicles Read More »
A third of grey fleet drivers say their employer has never checked their driving licence, MOT or insurance policy Over a third of employees who drive a privately owned or cash allowance car for business have never been asked by their employer to prove they have a valid MOT (35%) or insurance policy (32%). A …
Venson Issues Duty of Care Warning to Fleet Managers Read More »
Driver training can help reduce unnecessary wear and tear on cars and vans caused by driving style or lack of care Declining parts availability has led to increases in replacement prices and off-road time for fleets, according to BVRLA’s half-year Industry Outlook Survey1. With 92% of the BVRLA survey respondents reporting an increase in vehicle …
Venson Highlights the Bad Habits Causing Costly Damage to Fleet Vehicles Read More »
Venson survey also reveals 3 out of 4 motorists believe “something needed to be done”, but criticise government for wasting automotive industry’s “time, money and effort” A new survey from Venson Automotive Solutions confirms that the government’s decision to delay the end of new petrol and diesel vehicle sales has been a controversial one, prompting …
As the road haulage sector prepares for Transport for London’s (TfL) new Direct Vision Standard (DVS) based HGV safety rules to come into force in October 2024i, Venson Automotive Solutions is calling HGV fleet managers nationwide to review and update safety and compliance measures to reduce risks for all road users, not just those in …
