Tag : LeasePlan
EV switch spells end to fleet driver badge snobbery, finds LeasePlan
The switch to electric vehicles is putting an end to badge snobbery as fleet drivers prioritise vehicle availability and price, rather than make.
Drivalia acquires operations of ALD Automotive in Ireland
Drivalia has officially completed the acquisition of ALD Automotive in Ireland, following approval from the European Commission.
LeasePlan rolls out EV dashboard timer to help cut charger queues
LeasePlan has launched a new dashboard timer for its EV customers, which it says could help improve charging wait times and driver communications.
It’s a new era for mental health at work – but are drivers being forgotten about?
Chris Black, commercial director at LeasePlan UK, marks Mental Health Awareness Week with a look at how to help the mental health of fleet drivers.
ALD pushes date for LeasePlan deal closure back to 22 May
ALD has deferred the date for the closure of its acquisition of LeasePlan to 22 May 2023, allowing time for the sale of subsidiaries conditional to … Read More »
Comment: The costs of not addressing fleet risks
Chris Black, commercial director at LeasePlan UK, on why mitigating fleet risk is so important and the repercussions of not taking action.
LeasePlan bolsters plans for net-zero emissions fleet with NewMotion deal
LeasePlan has signed up NewMotion to provide its customers with EV charging solutions at home, the workplace and on the go, including automatic full reimbursement for … Read More »
EVs and PHEVs account for 16.5% of new orders at LeasePlan
2020 was the greenest year in the history of LeasePlan with battery electric vehicles (BEVs) and plug-in hybrids (PHEVs) rising to account for 16.5% of all … Read More »
Record-high support for electric driving, finds LeasePlan research
More drivers than ever are ready to go electric but lack of charging stations is proving a roadblock on making the switch.
LeasePlan signs up BCA for five-year sole-supply remarketing deal
LeasePlan UK has awarded a five-year remarketing services agreement to LeasePlan, covering a full range of solutions.
Comment: How to keep your drivers safe and fleets protected post-lockdown
Chris Black, commercial director at LeasePlan UK, looks at how fleets should deal with the emergency of new health and safety hazards as lockdown measures ease.
LeasePlan launches EV salary sacrifice scheme to help fleets cut costs
Fleets across the UK are likely missing out on the cost-saving benefits of running electric vehicles but a new EV salary sacrifice scheme from LeasePlan could … Read More »
Comment: UK transport post-lockdown: What can we expect?
There are many opposing forces at work when it comes to the changing face of UK transport in a post-lockdown Britain, explains Chris Black, commercial director … Read More »
UK now second cheapest country in Europe to own an EV
The price differences between electric vehicles and petrol/diesels continue to fall fast, bringing Europe in general ever close to that crucial tipping point while some countries … Read More »
LeasePlan net result down as CarNext investment rises
LeasePlan has posted Q2 2019 results that saw the net result fall 79% in line with long-term investment decisions.
Jochen Sutor joins LeasePlan as chief financial officer
LeasePlan Corporation NV has named Jochen Sutor as its new chief financial officer (CFO) and member of the Managing Board, effective 1 October 2019.
LeasePlan announces Q1 2019 results
LeasePlan has reported its Q1 results, which saw a fall in net result and underlying net result as the firm continues to invest in digital initiatives.
Ecolab awards major fleet order to Peugeot
Peugeot has supplied Ecolab with a fleet of car and vans under a major new four-year contract.
LeasePlan mulls options for CarNext platform
LeasePlan has said it’s conducting a review of strategic alternatives for its CarNext.com business, which allows drivers to buy, lease or finance its ex-fleet cars.
LeasePlan issues Green Bond
LeasePlan has issued its first-ever Green Bond to help it accelerate the numbers of fully electric vehicles on its fleet.
LeasePlan results see 4.4% rise in serviced fleet
LeasePlan has reported its fourth quarter and full-year 2018 results, which saw its global serviced fleet rise 4.4% while its net result was up for Q4 … Read More »
UK drops out of top five in electric vehicle preparation index
The UK is now lagging behind European leaders in its electric vehicle preparation, according to new research from LeasePlan.
Net profits down at LeasePlan due to Turkish currency woes
LeasePlan has announced Q3 2018 results, which saw net profits fall as a result of the crash in the Turkish Lira.
LeasePlan UK appoints new MD
LeasePlan UK managing director, Matt Dyer, has taken up a new role leading the leasing company’s operation in the United States, effective from 1 January.
LeasePlan partners with Chargemaster for EV fleet solution
Fleet drivers opting for electric vehicles from LeasePlan can now get access to charge points at home, at work and on the road under a new … Read More »
LeasePlan grows profits and global fleet
LeasePlan has reported strong underlying net result growth in Q2 as well as an increase in its serviced fleet.
LeasePlan launches direct used car service in the UK
LeasePlan has launched its CarNext service in the UK – a digital platform enabling the leasing giant to sell, lease or offer subscription-based usership for ex-fleet … Read More »
LeasePlan joins global initiative to drive zero emission vehicle market
LeasePlan has joined cities, businesses and NGOs in founding a new global initiative to massively accelerate the adoption of electric and other zero emission vehicles around … Read More »
LeasePlan and Allego to launch home-to-office charging service
LeasePlan is to offer its electric vehicle customers an all-embracing charging solution, covering home and office solutions as well on-the-road charging.
LeasePlan on the defining moments of 2023 and the outlook for 2024
As a new year unfolds, Alfonso Martinez, UK managing director at ALD Automotive | LeasePlan (soon to be Ayvens), takes a retrospective look at 2023 and … Read More »