Natalie Middleton
Used diesel prices on the increase
Used diesel prices have risen over the last year despite the downturn in the new car market.
Intelligent Telematics launches 24/7 camera monitoring centre
Fleets using Intelligent Telematics’ Surecam single and two camera systems can now benefit from 24/7 monitoring through a newly launched call centre.
Rushmore departs Cap HPI
Adrian Rushmore is leaving his role as editorial director at Cap HPI in September after five years at the company.
Tusker names new CEO
Salary sacrifice specialist Tusker has appointed chief operating officer Paul Gilshan to the role of chief executive officer.
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
Fire and rescue service expands V60 response fleet
Volvo is supplying 15 new V60 estate cars to Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) following a tender and evaluation exercise.
Driverless cars trial achieves major landmark
Driverless car have interacted for the first time in public trials held by the Driven consortium.
Defra ditches 400 diesel fleet cars
Defra is replacing more than 400 diesel company cars with Toyota Auris Hybrid models in line with plans to switch to cleaner vehicles across its fleet.
Chevin launches SME fleet software solution
Chevin has launched a new fleet management software package that brings SMEs the benefits of fleet management software but with much lower costs, the firm claims.
UK motoring costs revealed in new analysis
The cost of driving for UK drivers has been set out in new Inrix research that shows the impact of hidden costs, such as congestion and … Read More »
Santander signs remarketing deal with Aston Barclay
Santander Consumer Finance has awarded a three-year remarketing contract to Aston Barclay Prees Heath following 100% conversion rates.
Pothole breakdowns double in Q1
Harsh winter weather has led to one of the worst quarters for pothole breakdowns, according to the RAC.
Vandalism claims costs up 40%
The average vandalism claim value has risen by more than 40% in the last five years, with a car insurance claim for vandalism made every 22 … Read More »
Diesel RV concerns unfounded, says VRA
Concerns over a crash in used diesel car values “should now have passed” as latest data shows such fears are unfounded.
Met Police signs hydrogen fuel contract with ITM
ITM Power is to supply hydrogen fuel for the Metropolitan Police Service’s new fleet of Toyota Mirai zero-emission response vehicles.
Highways England names new non-executive director
Kathryn Cearns OBE has joined the board at Highways England on a three-year contract.
E-Training World claims “huge leap forward” in online assessment
E-Training World has launched a major upgrade to its online driver profiling and e-driver training system, said to bring a huge leap forward in online assessment … Read More »
Vauxhall re-works fleet dealer network
Vauxhall has rebutted rumours that it is culling its dealer network, clarifying that the plans are aimed at widening the service it offers fleet and retail … Read More »
Volkswagen Group to introduce autonomous parking from 2020
Volkswagen, Audi and Porsche vehicles are taking part in a Hamburg Airport trial of autonomous parking that could see the launch of a new service within … Read More »
Stuart Pearson promoted to COO role at BCA
Stuart Pearson, managing director, BCA UK Remarketing, is to take over as chief operating officer of the remarketing division this month.
Close Brothers Motor Finance appoints new CEO
Rebecca McNeil, the former chief operating officer for Barclays Business, has joined Close Brothers Motor Finance as its new chief executive officer.
EV used values up 41% in Q1 while diesel remains strong
Average selling prices for electric vehicles shot up 41% in the first quarter of 2018, outperforming the market, while diesel values held steady.
Last change to have say on A303 Stonehenge upgrade
Fleets and other road users are being urged to have their say on the A303 Stonehenge upgrade before the consultation ends later this month.
Masternaut provides fleet guidance on final GDPR checks
Masternaut has published a new guide for fleet managers, providing advice on the final checks needed to be GDPR ready.
Fleet Show debut for all-new Volvo V60 and XC40
Fleet decision-makers will get an unrivalled opportunity to test Volvo’s new XC40 compact crossover at next month’s Fleet Show at Silverstone, as well as a first … Read More »
Sygic platform could aid development of traffic management apps
A new Smart Mobility Platform that could be used to develop integrated traffic management apps within cities has launched from Sygic.
