ACEA: European passenger car registrations take tumble in February
In February, new car registrations were down by 9.7% in the EU, compared to February 2011, totaling 888,878 units. In the region, the month counted on … Read More »
SMMT: UK Car manufacturing rises in February
'Car manufacturing rose 23.5% in February maintaining the trend of strong export-led growth and confirming the importance of manufacturing to a rebalanced and prosperous economy,' said … Read More »
New models and new ideas attract visitors to EV Show
Among the exciting new cars taking to the Silverstone Circuit when the show opens on Wednesday April 18 will be Citroen’s highly acclaimed, 200bhp DS5 Hybrid4, the … Read More »
ADT Fire and Security optimise efficiency with Key2 Vehicle Management system
Sunbury-on-Thames headquartered ADT Fire and Security operates a 3,000-strong fleet comprising 2,600 company cars and 400 light commercial vehicles. The company’s five-strong fleet department led by … Read More »
Fleets given advice on Olympic sized challenge faced when games arrive
That was the message to almost 100 fleet decision-makers who attended a special Olympic Seminar hosted by leading fleet decision-makers’ organisation ACFO and held at Ford … Read More »
All-New Ford B-MAX technology to help motorists avoid city shunts
Each year more than half a million people are injured in car crashes in cities in the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain alone. Of these, … Read More »
Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles confirm executive appointment
Bram Schot joined the Volkswagen Group in 2011, initially taking charge of strategic projects at Group Sales. He began his career in 1982 at DAF Trucks … Read More »
What to do in the event of an accident? Ashfords LLP develop new app
MotorAssistant also stores information relating to insurance, MOT, breakdown cover and road tax, including renewal reminders as well as offers guidance on what to do in … Read More »
BCA: Used car values rise in February
The figures show that average used car values increased in February, climbing from £6,040 to £6,244 – the third highest monthly average used car value on … Read More »
BMW Group positive of continuing strong financial year for 2012
'We are targeting new highs in sales volume and pre-tax earnings for 2012,' he said. 'We are starting the new year with a full order book … Read More »
Fleet Management company partners Michelin to increase customer base
Historically, sgfleet, which manages more than 2,000 cars and vans in the UK, has fitted an alternative brand of premium tyres, but after achieving superior results … Read More »
Pressure to perform: work pressures leading to dangerous driving
The study commissioned by RSA examined the extent to which businesses and their employees are turning a blind eye to road safety as they try to … Read More »
Ebbon-Dacs upgrades service
Responding to suggestions from its Leaselink user group, Ebbon-Dacs is to roll out a series of improvements, including a capability to handle batch orders. Robert Pilkington … Read More »
Helphire profits fall by £4m
Announcing its interim results for the six months ended on December 31, 2011, Helphire admitted that the trading environment in the credit hire industry continues to … Read More »
Kia looks to improve fleet customer care
As part of Kia’s aim to be regarded as a serious fleet player, it wants all its dealers to embrace visits from company car drivers and … Read More »
Volkswagen Group announce record vehicle sales, revenue and earnings for 2011
The Volkswagen Group achieved its goals in fiscal year 2011, setting new records for vehicle sales, sales revenue and earnings. The Group made progress both quantitatively … Read More »
Logistics International takes delivery of latest Citroen vehicles
As part of a fleet replacement programme, the specialist IT engineering service companies have taken delivery of 43 new Citroen vehicles. The batch of vehicles is … Read More »
Hyundai release glimpse of all-new Santa Fe
Hyundai will keep the name “Santa Fe” for the new vehicle, continuing the solid brand heritage of the automaker’s most representative SUV model. The all-new Santa … Read More »
Rise in thieves using signal jammers no match for TRACKER's technology
Stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) systems specialist, TRACKER, combines GSM, GPS and VHF technology to create the most robust tracking device available. Unlike any other stolen vehicle … Read More »
Volkswagen Group announce new director for passenger cars
Robert joined the Volkswagen Group in November 2005 as head of Group Synergies, before assuming the role of Director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK in May … Read More »
Volkswagen Group report strong rise in deliveries for January and February
The month of February was particularly satisfactory, with vehicle deliveries totalling 642,300 (February 2011: 557,900; +15.1%) units. 'We are very satisfied with the Group’s noticeably positive … Read More »
Fiat records lowest CO2 figures in Europe for fifth consecutive year
This is an important achievement and a continuing improvement. Over the last five years Fiat Automobiles has reduced its average emissions by 14%, from 137.3 to … Read More »
ATS Euromaster steps-up fleet support preparations for London 2012 Olyimpics
The national tyre and fast-fit specialist has three centres located within six miles of the Olympic Park in Stratford (Bow, Leyton and Camden). However, its planning is … Read More »
Volvo starts 2012 with a bang, continuing on from last year's success
The 6th March saw Volvo unveil its all-new V40 at the Geneva Motor Show, a five-door, five-seat hatchback that is set to enter the competitive premium … Read More »
Northgate Vehicle Hire invests £500k into Milton Keynes re-development
Strategically positioned on the M1 corridor the hub generates a high level of activity and transactions and, as such, the refurbishment was a necessity to support … Read More »
BCA Pulse: Used commercial vehicles values fall in February
The February average figure of £4,272 was the lowest recorded in the past six months and performance against Guide Prices fell by one and three-quarter points … Read More »
Tesla takes first fleet orders for Model S electric luxury saloon
The two companies have already worked together to offer the Roadster and Roadster Sport in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands last year, while the Model … Read More »
Zenith: Drivers continuing to take advantage of salary sacrifice benefits
In the last twelve months average CO2 emissions for cars ordered under Zenith’s salary sacrifice car schemes have fallen to just 112g/km, which is 9g/km less … Read More »
Skoda present five-door Citigo subcompact to Geneva public
The Citigo represents SKODA’s entry into the fast growing subcompact segment. The new model was successfully introduced in SKODA’s home market, the Czech Republic, in late … Read More »
Civica and GreenRoad team-up to deliver maintenance cost savings
Using GreenRoad standard interfaces, Civica’s Tranman can now incorporate GreenRoad driver performance information to help fleet managers understand the impact of high-risk driving on vehicle maintenance … Read More »
