In the UK clocks go forward 1 hour at 1 AM on the last Sunday in March for British Summer Time (BST) and then return back 1 hour at 2 AM on the last Sunday in October. When clocks go back, the UK is on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT). As a reminder to all drivers… Read more »
The Paris International Motor Show took place 4-14 October and celebrated its 120th anniversary in 2018. With a vast array of concepts and production cars going on display, the event opened the eyes of the public to the future cars and designs, some of which may appear in the fleets of company cars in the… Read more »
A number of new high-tech speed cameras are being introduced to parts of the UK and are set to double the number of driver convictions! The new high-tech speed cameras are not only logging your speed, they are also able to capture if a driver is using a mobile phone, as well as if they… Read more »
You may have heard of Adblue, but what does it do? Adblue is a product name that’s set to become a familiar one to those who drive diesel. It’s a clever chemical that helps the reduction of harmful emissions produced by diesel engines by injecting the clear liquid into the car’s system. How does it… Read more »
Drivers who cannot read a number plate from 20 meters away could have their licenses revoked as part of a new test being trialled. Every motorist stopped by officers from forces (Thames Valley, Hampshire and the West Midlands Police) in September will be required to read a number plate from 20 meters away. The news… Read more »
These days, light commercial vehicles play an essential role in most businesses, if not all. If your business doesn’t currently operate one, now might be the time to discuss how Sandicliffe Motor Contracts can support your needs with a free consultation. From the movement of goods and stock, through to an adaptable tool that can… Read more »
Back in May this year it was announced that 47 towns and cities in the UK had broken the World Health Organisations (WHO) annual limit on air pollution. The release of the updated report led to much criticisms of the government from health organisations and environmental groups on the lack of action taken, resulting in… Read more »
Sandicliffe Motor Contracts are offering fleet managers and organisations free consultative advice on how your existing fleet and vehicle policy could be affected by future clean air strategy plans. Last summer, the Department for Environment Food & Rural Services (DEFRA) led by Rt Hon Michael Gove MP published plans for reducing roadside nitrogen dioxide concentrations… Read more »