Renault adds yet another fleet win with Interserve partnership
Interserve has awarded a contract to Renault UK for the supply of more than 400 LCVs following an extensive tender process and review of their commercial … Read More »
THINK! campaign teams up with Coca-Cola to reward designated drivers this christmas
Drivers will be able to find participating venues using the Coca-Cola 'Pub Finder' tool, either online or via their smart phones. THINK! campaign activity will be … Read More »
Tom Tom fleet management facility helps business to slash distribution costs
Zenith Hygiene Group, boasting one of the largest ranges of cleansing chemicals and ancillary products in the UK, has slashed fuel costs across its 119 vehicle … Read More »
Deloitte forecast of 1.84m new car sales in 2012 in line with wider predictions
November new car registration figures down 4.2% As we predicted, November’s new car registration figures are down 4.2% as consumer confidence continues to fall. Whilst the … Read More »
Toyota names British Gas as preferred EV charge-point provider
British Gas will be offering Toyota customers – both private and fleet/business buyers – a range of products and services for safe, convenient and efficient vehicle … Read More »
Powerful Bi-Turbo engine to give Vauxhall Insignia all-new driving dynamic
Vauxhall has launched a new high performance edition of its top selling Insignia. Known as the Insignia BiTurbo, it’s available as a five-door Hatch and and … Read More »
Use car values rise in Novemember – BCA Pulse Report
On average, values rose by £238 (3.9%) to £6,201, the second highest value on record since the market recovered in 2009. Most of the increase was … Read More »
Commercial vehicle rental expected to soar as a result of London LEZ – BVRLA
Businesses or individuals running older, more polluting trucks, vans, minibuses, motorhomes and even commercial-use 4x4s could face stiff penalties when entering the zone. The most cost-effective … Read More »
Chinese automaker set to make its UK market debut
Geely International Corporation has reached agreement with the UK’s Manganese Bronze Holdings plc (MBH) to become their distributor for the United Kingdom for the sale of … Read More »
ACFO makes Government plea to scrap 3% BIK tax increase for diesel company cars
The request came during a recent face-to-face meeting with officials from HM Treasury and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and was accompanied with a renewed call … Read More »
Lancashire window and conservatory company brings in Quartix telematics
John McVey, sales director at Affordable Windows and Conservatory Group, said: ‘I wanted to provide anyone in the company with access to our vehicles, and be … Read More »
Wiltshire Council selects Tusker's SS4C scheme to reduce carbon footprint
The council has set a carbon cap of 120g/km for all the vehicles which can be ordered on the green car scheme and expect take up … Read More »
Auto makers call for European stability – ACEA
Europe’s increasing instability risks both the European and the global economy. To secure growth and prosperity in our region, European leaders must act in concert in … Read More »
ACEA elects Sergio Marchionne as president for 2012
‘The year 2012 will be challenging especially if the instability in the Eurozone would not be addressed,’ said Marchionne. ‘Our association will further focus its work … Read More »
BMW AG and Toyota sign collaborative MOU for next generation of green technology
Under the MOU, the two companies agreed on a collaborative research in the field of next-generation lithium-ion battery technologies. Furthermore, they have agreed to identify and … Read More »
Lex Autolease and BCA to stage first ever auction dedicated to hybrids
The sale will feature up to 50 popular hybrid models direct from Lex Autolease, the UK’s biggest leasing fleet. Cars such as Toyota Auris and Prius, … Read More »
Business drivers must not pay price for tackling road congestion – David Brennan, Leaseplan
He commented: ‘The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement and Infrastructure Plan promise vital improvements for the UK’s road network, but investment cannot end there if the UK is … Read More »
Northgate Vehicle Hire welcomes appointment of experienced operations director
Bringing extensive senior management skills to Northgate, Dylan has a great amount of experience in a variety of industries in both operational and commercials roles. Prior … Read More »
Volvo move step further in carbon-cutting strategy with DRIVe automatic diesels
For the first time, these DRIVe models can now be ordered with Volvo's Powershift dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Buyers of these cars won't compromise on environmental care … Read More »
ACPO launch campaign to tackle drink and drug driving over festive period
The new ACPO lead for Roads Policing, DCC Suzette Davenport, said: ‘If you drink or take drugs and drive it’s only a matter of time before … Read More »
Autorola appoints Simon Wells to UK business development team
This is in response to the growing appetite from dealers and fleets to include online selling as part of its overall remarketing strategy. Wells joins from … Read More »
TRACKER patents innovative telematics technology
Patented by TRACKER, the unique "Transient Voltage Detection" (TVD) technology has been incorporated into TRACKER Fleet, to help businesses to significantly improve fuel efficiency and reduce … Read More »
Fleet sales power Skoda to UK record
In 2010 Skoda UK totalled 41,240 registrations; as of 28 November, UK registrations had reached 41,313. With still another month of trading, Skoda UK expects to … Read More »
Motorists advised to switch on air conditioning this winter to avoid hefty costs
As motorists look ahead to a winter that could be the coldest and harshest in years, motorists may think MB&G has gone mad, but it has … Read More »
Sixt reports strong 2011 performance, but warns on 2012
Sixt has profited from ongoing demand in the Vehicle Rental Business Unit, good progress in its international expansion, and a revival of business in the Leasing … Read More »
Skoda Superb Estate on the front line in saving lives
Two examples of the SKODA Superb Estate are in service with the Medical Transfer Ambulance Service (MTAS) in Leeds. They’re in constant use, earning their keep … Read More »
Manheim Remarketing launching auction centre operation in Coventry
The new operation will be located in Coventry, a heartland for the UK’s manufacturers, and will complement the sales programmes at Manheim Remarketing’s super-centre at Bruntingthorpe. … Read More »
Autumn Statement: Government axes January fuel duty rise
Speaking today (29 November) in his Autumn Statement to Parliament, Mr Osborne said that the January rise would not take place while the 5p rise scheduled … Read More »
Little change for AFRs as Chancellor freezes fuel duty
The news comes as Chancellor George Osborne announces a freeze in fuel duty in his Autumn Statement. The latest rates, used to reimburse company car drivers … Read More »
RMI Petrol chairman welcomes January fuel-duty freeze
Even with this standstill, the UK still levies the highest duty on diesel in the European Union (EU). Duty needs to be cut by 26ppl to … Read More »
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