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The BVRLA's full response can be read online: www.bvrla.co.uk/ policy/consultation-response/ dvsa-fleet-compliance-measure
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Also included in the association's consultation response were calls for the modernisation of the current MOT to focus more rigorous testing on areas which can reduce road accidents and casualties. u
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Responding to this consultation, the BVRLA highlighted how members are already required to adhere to very high standards for vehicle maintenance and their drivers, as outlined in the association's
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The plan, which is currently out to consultation with stakeholders, aims to increase levels of compliance amongst fleet operators. Three areas of priority have been identified by the DVSA:
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Members with any questions about the V5C suppression or VVR scheme should contact Natasha Howard:
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To be eligible to use the system, companies must have 50 or more vehicles and have a fleet code. Under the scheme, members will no longer receive a paper copy of the V5C, and would instead access it on demand on the VVR system.
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Information such as vehicle model, type, tax etc. will be accessibleUltra Low Emission Zone whether a rental or leasing company chooses to opt in to the service or not. BVRLA members who do not wish to suppress the V5Cs now can still do so later. u
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For example, choosing to suppress paper copies of the V5C will determine whether certain information is displayed as part of a company's access to the DVLA's new online fleet portal.
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BVRLA members have already provided useful feedback on how the VVR scheme can be developed further. The DVLA is using this to update the system, which has moved into a private beta test phase for the next few months. Currently, there are 12 companies involved in this test.
When responding to this consultation, the BVRLA highlighted that average CO2 emissions of its rental members' vehicles was just 132g/km in 2013 17% lower than the UK average. The response also noted how supporting car sharing in London could result in 120,000 fewer cars on the road by 2020, easing traffic congestion and reducing CO2 emissions by 5.6%.
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The service offers V5C suppression, taxing facilities and the ability to declare a vehicle off the road. This service is free of charge, available 24/7 and easy to use. Members will be able to download all vehicle data into a spreadsheet.
Transport for London (TfL) has completed its consultation on the proposed Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) in the capital.
The DVLA is asking companies to confirm as soon as possible whether they would like to opt in to V5C suppression, as this will give them plenty of time to ready their systems for this switch.
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The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) has confirmed it is suppressing V5s and launching the View Vehicle Record (VVR) scheme from April.
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Further recommendations included extending the Mayor's planned diesel scrappage scheme to provide subsidised car rental or car club access, rather than only offering outright cash payments toward the cost of new vehicles. Since submitting its response, the BVRLA has met with TfL and the Mayor’s office. Further meetings have taken place with Labour and Liberal Democrat spokesmen for transport and environment. These meetings have allowed the BVRLA to emphasise the importance of a national framework for future ULEZs. Some London boroughs, including Hackney and Camden, have expressed interest in the London ULEZ being extended. Furthermore, both Brighton and Edinburgh are introducing Low Emission Zones. u For more information on the ULEZ, contact Patrick Cusworth: Contact Patrick Cusworth 01494 545712 patrick@bvrla.co.uk
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