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Manheim expands auction centre management team
Manheim has appointed new managers for its south-east auction centres.
New Volvo XC40 plug-in hybrid outshines rivals on RVs
The new Volvo XC40 T5 Twin Engine plug-in hybrid has scored high residual value ratings from Cap HPI, said to outstrip nearest competitors.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
RAC to demo latest recovery innovations at WLTP Challenge
The countdown continues until the first-ever Fleet World WLTP Challenge economy driving event gets underway – with RAC lending its support in providing the latest roadside … Read More »
2019 WLTP Challenge to underscore essential driver behaviour insights from telematics
The role of telematics to provide in-depth insight into driver behaviour while also delivering route optimisation is to come under focus at this year’s Fleet World … Read More »
Licence Check claims industry-first with new driver compliance app
Licence Check is to launch a driver compliance app for its Driver and Vehicle Information Solution (DAVIS), introducing new ‘industry-first’ quick check scanning technology.
Drivy rebrands as Getaround and introduces new car sharing option
Peer-to-peer car sharing service Drivy has rebranded as Getaround six months after its acquisition by the US car sharing company of the same name.
Fears for petrol prices prove unfounded
The price of a litre of petrol actually fell in September, despite fears that the refinery fires in Saudi Arabia would lead to higher pump prices.
Licence Check claims industry-first with new driver compliance app
Licence Check has launched a driver compliance app for its Driver and Vehicle Information Solution (DAVIS), introducing new ‘industry-first’ quick check scanning technology.
Fears for petrol prices prove unfounded
The price of a litre of petrol actually fell in September, despite fears that the refinery fires in Saudi Arabia would lead to higher pump prices.
AI technology leader joins Teletrac Navman
Teletrac Navman has appointed AI specialist Dr Jens Meggers as president as it looks to place more focus on the use of AI for future solutions.
Earn free rental days faster with Enterprise ‘Plus Your Points’ promotion
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has launched its annual Plus Your Points promotion, bringing registered Enterprise Plus members the ability to earn double points on qualifying rentals.
Full speaker line-up revealed for 2019 Fleet Heroes Conference
Full details are now available online for the speaker line-up at this year’s Fleet Heroes Conference, which will spotlight the latest fleet and transport industry eco … Read More »
Larger fleets at vanguard of shift to low-emission vehicles
Larger employers are overwhelmingly leading the way when it comes to adoption of new fuel technologies, indicating that more effort needs to be made to educate … Read More »
ADESA UK expands UK coverage with second defleet centre
ADESA UK, part of KAR Global, has expanded its second defleet centre on a 21-acre site in Doncaster, Yorkshire, to meet growing demand for its online … Read More »
KeeResources acquired by Auto Trader Group
Auto Trader Group has acquired automotive data and solutions provider KeeResources Limited for an undisclosed amount.
New data shows why national network of Clean Air Zones vital, says ClientEarth
Air quality experts at ClientEarth are renewing their calls for the Government to mandate a nationwide network of charging Clean Air Zones – including for cars … Read More »
Prices revealed for Škoda’s first-ever plug-in hybrid
Škoda has revealed pricing for its Superb iV plug-in hybrid, which goes on sale in January, marking the first-ever plug-in hybrid for the brand and priced … Read More »
Government could explore earlier ban on petrol and diesel cars
The Government could rethink its plans to ban sales of “conventional” new petrol and diesel cars by 2040, moving the deadline five years forwards to help … Read More »
Grey fleet at risk ‘tipping point’, warns Licence Bureau
Almost all firms in the UK have some sort of grey fleet in operation but very few are aware of the risks.
Toyota C-HR updates herald all-hybrid line-up
Toyota C-HR onboards extra hybrid as entry-level petrol exits.
Facelifted Mazda2 brings mild hybrid and new Skyactiv Technologies
Mazda has revealed pricing and specification for the facelifted Mazda2, which arrives in the UK in November featuring updated design, latest Skyactiv Technologies and a new … Read More »
Ford reveals pricing for new Puma
Ford has announced pricing for its new Puma crossover, which arrives in the UK at the start of 2020.
Michelin UK names new MD
Chris Smith has been named as the new managing director of Michelin UK, replacing James Alderman, who has retired.
New ROI calculator forecasts business savings from fleet software
Firms can now get a “highly credible” forecast of the potential savings from fleet software using a new online return-on-investment calculator from FleetCheck.
Government pledges £25.3bn roads investment by 2025
The Government has announced plans to spend £25.3bn in roads investment between 2020 and 2025, improving the infrastructure for drivers.
Co-op filling stations join UK Fuels network
UK Fuel card holders can now use their cards to purchase fuel at 133 Co-op filling stations nationwide under a new agreement between the two firms.
Hybrids are safer bet for CO2 reduction, says Emissions Analytics
Hybrid cars could provide a lower-risk way of reducing carbon emissions compared to plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), potentially helping to cut CO2 faster, according to a new … Read More »
PVS Group seeks further growth as reaches fifth year
Management services provider PVS Group, which provides a cradle-to-grave advisory and management service, is seeking further growth as the company moves into its fifth year of … Read More »
Streamlined vehicle inspection services to benefit end-user fleets
New thinking on vehicle inspection services could bring benefits to end-user fleets while also helping to cut costs for fleet operators such as leasing firms.
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