Drivers are less hostile to telematics systems tracking their vehicles as they drive, according to new research.

The average carbon emissions of new company cars fell to an all-time low of 120.4g/km in February 2014, according to data from ALD Automotive.

A poll of professional drivers has found 70% oppose stealth speed cameras.

Volvo is developing new technology that claims to be able to improve safety by monitoring drivers.

Fleet managers have voted the BMW 5 Series the best new company car, while BMW has been named fleet manufacturer of the year.

Charges for fuel provided by employers for private journeys have increased in the Budget, as well as the benefit charge for private ruse of light commercial vehicles.

Company car tax will increase in two to four percentage point increments for the foreseeable future in measures announced in the 2014 Budget.

Employees could have to pay National Insurance on company car and private fuel benefits if proposals from the Office of Tax Simplification (OTS) are adopted by the Government.

Two bodies representing the fleet industry are calling for clarification in the Budget on long-term company car tax rates and measures to make plug-in vehicles more attractive to fleets.