Automotive

EU Commission proposes stricter emissions standards for new cars and vans

The European Commission has proposed tougher emissions standards for new cars and vans produced and sold in the European Union.

Published date:

13/11/2017

Investor group calls on EU to adopt decarbonisation vehicle strategy

Investors with around €20tr of assets under management have called for the EU to put forward an "ambitious long-term approach to drive the swift decarbonisation of cars and vans" according to Business Green.

Published date:

09/10/2017

Mileage adjustment should be regulated, says VRA

New regulations are needed to put a stop to the new wave of car clocking, according to the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA).

Published date:

01/09/2017

What role do standards play in supporting international trade?

Standards do far more than just help you comply with the relevant rules and regulations. They play a crucial role in facilitating international trade, supporting businesses into export markets by lowering barriers to trade.

Published date:

29/08/2017

National guidelines needed on dash cam footage, says road safety charity

Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart is calling for official guidance on the use of drivers' dash cam footage in the event of crashes or dangerous driving by other motorists.

Published date:

23/08/2017

Industry bodies call on government to improve vehicle safety standards

Industry groups and NGOs are calling on the government to support European Commission (EC) plans that aim to improve new vehicle safety standards, Fleet News reports.

Published date:

16/08/2017

Government guidance calls for better protection of internet-connected vehicles from hackers

New guidance issued by the government urges manufacturers to enhance protection of internet-connected vehicles from cyber attacks.

Published date:

14/08/2017

Case study: using standards to manage costs

BSI was commissioned by HS2 to carry out research into the standards landscape for designing the infrastructure for a high speed railway.

Published date:

30/06/2017

Organizational resilience: the final pillar

It’s been established that organisational resilience is the “the ability of an organisation to anticipate, prepare for, respond and adapt to incremental change and sudden disruptions in order to survive and prosper”.

Published date:

19/06/2017

Motor salvage code of practice updated

The motor salvage categories A, B, C and D will be replaced on 1 October 2017 as part of an updated code of practice for the insurance industry.

Published date:

16/06/2017