Category : Latest News
Denise Lane joins ACFO board
Lane is head of group fleet at Capita, a UK leader in business process management and outsourcing solutions, and succeeds Julie Jenner, who steps down at … Read More »
CBI calls on Chancellor to improve country’s infrastructure
The organisation said its latest CBI/URS Infrastructure Survey shows that businesses expect transport and energy infrastructure to worsen over the next five years, so the CBI’s … Read More »
Network Rail rolls out “Chapter Eight” compliant livery to improve safety & visibility
The newly designed prismatic reflective livery meets Chapter Eight of the Department for Transport’s Traffic Signs Manual for high conspicuity markings and will initially be rolled … Read More »
Total Fleet scores vehicle leasing partnership with Wolverhampton Wanderers FC
The firm said that the deal, which also includes becoming an Academy Associate sponsor, will enable supporters to benefit from great value vehicle leasing deals, backed … Read More »
FairFuelUK calls on Treasury Minister for oil pricing inquiry & fuel duty cut
The campaign team met with the Treasury Minister Priti Patel and Robert Halfon MP, PPS to the Chancellor to talk about the need for an immediate … Read More »
CAP Automotive to expand solutions following acquisition by Solera Holdings
Solera is a leading provider of risk and asset management software and services to automotive and property marketplace. The firm has long-established operations in the UK, … Read More »
New Vauxhall SUV due 2020
GM CEO Mary Barra announced that the Opel plant in Rüsselsheim will produce the forthcoming new SUV whilst the brand will also make considerable investments in … Read More »
Regus Express workplace to open at Sandbach South services
The workplace will feature a drop-in business lounge, plus high-specification meeting rooms available by the hour. Regus added that it is likely to attract those wanting … Read More »
Cardinus lends support to Specsavers campaign for driver eyecare
The leading risk management organisation recommends drivers advise their optician that they drive on business so that the examination ensures their eyesight is good enough for … Read More »
Lexus points to possible RC convertible with LF-C2 concept
The 2+2 roadster design study features no roof or cabin covering and features a striking angular design with a reworked version of Lexus’s signature spindle grille … Read More »
Car production down 6.7% in October due to global economic uncertainty
The SMMT added that global economic uncertainty is affecting demand, but the outlook is still positive, with all-time record production levels expected within the next few … Read More »
Volkswagen Group shows fuel cell knowledge at LA
Debuted as Toyota and Honda also revealed their fuel cell models at the show, Audi's A7 Sportback h-tron Quattro features a 100kW fuel cell stack which … Read More »
2014 ACFO Awards include DVLA accolade
The results were revealed last night (19th November) at a gala dinner at the St John’s Hotel, Solihull attended by 250 ACFO members and their guests. The … Read More »
Inchcape becomes first fleet management firm to gain ServiceMark Accreditation
The ServiceMark Accreditation is based on results taken from extensive staff and customer engagement surveys and after a thorough on-site assessment of Inchcape Fleet Solution's customer … Read More »
WheelRight launches mobile version of TPMS system for cars & CVs
Launched at the Seeing is Believing industry event supported by the Highways Agency, the system measures tyre pressure on vehicles including cars and commercial vehicles and … Read More »
Arval passes 100,000-vehicle milestone
The landmark vehicle, a Vauxhall Vivaro, was delivered to home assistance company HomeServe, and closely follows the company's global milestone of 700,000 vehicles across 25 countries, which … Read More »
Audi shows Prologue concept at LA
Presented by head of design Marc Lichte the model shows a new styling direction for the brand in the large coupe. The two-door four-seat coupe is … Read More »
Free app offers worldwide maps with navigation
Developed by Telenav's European team, formed through the acquisition of skobbler at the beginning of the year, "Scout" provides worldwide online navigation and maps, including offline … Read More »
Mazda CX-3 makes global debut
Unveiled in a video streamed live on the eve of the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, the new model starts its global market launch from spring … Read More »
Half of employees speed whilst driving at work
Over half of those that admitted to speeding said they would be more likely to speed to a work appointment, over a personal appointment. Masternaut conducted … Read More »
New Lex Autolease technology to simplify end-of-contract process
The iPad technology is designed to provide clarity and consistency for both customers and vehicle inspectors, with Lex adding that it will go beyond the BVRLA … Read More »
Fear of lane fines stopping drivers from letting emergency services through
The AA Populus poll also shows that 13% of the 18,026 AA members surveyed would not stop in a yellow box junction to allow emergency vehicles … Read More »
Alphabet outlines top driving safety tips for Road Safety Week
1. Middle lane hogging and tailgating In the Highway Code, the instruction is to keep left unless overtaking, it’s as simple as that. Staying in the … Read More »
Smaller parking spaces causing hefty car repair bills
Up nearly four per cent since 2010, it is estimated that there are 500,000 car parking collisions of this type annually, or an eye-watering 1,373 every … Read More »
Telefónica & Geotab partner to launch fleet telematics product in UK
The agreement will initially focus on the markets of Spain, Germany and the UK with the intention to explore Latin American markets in the near future. … Read More »
Toyota announces details of Mirai hydrogen fuel cell vehicle
The four-door car will sell in Japan for 6.7m yen (€45,900) before taxes. The carmaker is looking to sell in 400 in Japan and 300 in … Read More »
Fleets first to sign up to Dart Charge
After announcing details for the scheme earlier this month, the agency said that 1,157 business fleets have already been migrated to Dart Charge, and the Dart … Read More »
All Fleet Services wins Europcar Contract
The rental giant runs a 50,000-strong vehicle fleet from 270 locations across the UK and chose All Fleet Services – a specialist in providing contact centre … Read More »
Cardinus launches free safety resource pack for fleets & drivers for Road Safety Week
The Fleet Manager Resource Pack is split into two sections. The first section is specifically for employers and outlines the areas of legislation that directly affect … Read More »
British drivers most guilty of road rage & distracted driving
The global survey, which polled more than 3,000 drivers in 20 countries, found that 53% of British drivers had experienced verbal aggression behind the wheel, 76% … Read More »
