Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our clients and those who have supported us throughout 2020. We’re pretty sure the Queen would describe 2020 as another “Annus horribilis.” Thankfully it is very nearly over…… and we would like to take this opportunity to thank all our loyal customers who have remained patient Continue Reading…
With the UK planned to exit the European Union (EU) lots of things that we currently take for granted, might soon change. One such thing is the ease in which you can take your vehicle from the UK into the EU, and back again. Will I Need a Green Card? No one knows for sure Continue Reading…
The All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Road Freight and Logistics have requested a review of Clean Air Zones (CAZ) in regional cities. This action comes despite evidence in Transport for London’s recent ULEZ report highlighting the benefits to air quality. The MP’s in question are concerned regarding the financial burden the initiatives will place Continue Reading…
A review of the impact of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in the Capital has been conducted by scientists at King’s College London. Analysis has revealed that Nitrogen Dioxide fell by 44 per cent in central London between early 2017 and 2020. Yet more may need to be done to reach safe air targets Continue Reading…
The impact of the Government’s recent announcement that the sale of new petrol or diesel vehicles will be banned in the UK from 2030 appears a long way off. However, it will have caused many businesses that depend on their commercial vehicles to consider the current electric CV options available to them for the purpose Continue Reading…
November 5th may brought the introduction of another Covid-19 lockdown. But that doesn’t mean the wheels are set to come off the UK’s motor trade. We look at 5 key reasons why the motor trade industry can remain positive despite the 28 day restrictions having come into force. Online Sales Are a Go,Go Car showrooms Continue Reading…
The Licensed Private Hire Car Association (LPHCA) have created the ‘Stop Shutting Streets’ campaign to protest against the emergency road closures that were brought in by local councils early in the Covid-19 crisis. The trade body argues that they are causing chaos and inflicting additional undue stress to their members nationwide. The LPHCA is challenging Continue Reading…
At Plan Insurance Brokers we’re keen to help facilitate the logistics industry’s move towards a more sustainable future. Reducing the impact of last mile deliveries in urban areas is a key element of that shift. So we’re very proud to have arranged insurance for the first Paxster EV to hit the UK’s roads. From their Continue Reading…
Welcome to the latest in our series of interviews with ‘Inspirational Entrepreneurs.’ We hear about original ideas and creative flashes that set certain ventures apart from the rest. Whether you’re an aspiring business owner or an old hand when it comes to commerce, we think you’ll take something from these tales. Recently we arranged insurance Continue Reading…
The business case for electric fleets has been building in recent years. The number of companies switching from traditionally fuelled vehicles is gathering pace. As a fleet manager you may be debating whether now is the right time for your business to begin adopting the new technology. We analyse below the key considerations for EV Continue Reading…
