Natalie Middleton
Ford confirms cutbacks in Germany and UK
Ford is pushing ahead with voluntary redundancy programmes in Germany and the UK as part of comprehensive restructuring plans.
Record VRA meeting attendance shows renewed focus on remarketing
The Vehicle Remarketing Association has reported its highest-ever attendance for a meeting, which it says is a “sign of current, increased interest in remarketing”.
Gett One Transport rebranded as Gett Business Solutions
Gett is rebranding its One Transport division as Gett Business Solutions as it launches a new suite of services.
New solution to target driver behaviour without fleet manager intervention
Applied Driving Techniques (ADT) has teamed up with artificially intelligent mobile solutions specialist Sfara to develop a new fleet safety and compliance solution that provides targeted … Read More »
Medium-term rental becoming obvious fleet acquisition method
Fleets are fast becoming aware of how medium-term rental can sit between daily rental and longer-term solutions within the “spectrum of acquisition methods”.
Tesla Model Y compact SUV to bring 300-mile range
Tesla has revealed its Model Y compact SUV, which launches from 2020 to bring seven-seat versatility and up to 300 miles for its official range.
Legislation to clamp down on rogue private parking firms becomes law
New measures to clamp down on rogue private parking firms have become law, bringing drivers greater protection against bogus parking fines.
Arval expands global fleet 8.2% as private leasing market soars
Arval’s global leased fleet grew 8.2% in 2018, helped by strong growth in private leasing as well as the SME corporate sector.
European new car registrations continue to slide
European new car registration growth remained negative in February, despite showing signs of improvement compared to recent months.
Quarter of councils have no plan to expand charging points
Local authorities in England and Wales are stalling on expanding local charging networks, with around a quarter saying they’re not adding new charging points.
PSV deploys Camera Telematics’ ‘Street Angel’ across 150-strong car and minibus fleet
Taxi rentals and meter fitting company PSV is fitting Camera Telematics’ Street Angel solution on its fleet of 150 cars and minibuses to help improve driver … Read More »
Fleet World’s five-minute industry briefing: This week’s top stories
This week’s top fleet industry stories…
City Auction Group ramps up defleet services with IT Fleet Automotive deal
City Auction Group is to offer an extended range of defleet services at its Rockingham site under a new partnership with IT Fleet Automotive.
Jaguar Land Rover to recall 44,000 cars over CO2
Jaguar Land Rover is recalling around 44,000 cars in the UK over issues with incorrectly stated CO2 emissions.
New diesel-free Volvo S60 now on sale
Volvo has started UK sales of its third-generation S60 saloon – the first of its models to go diesel-free.
UK driver distraction on the rise
More than eight in 10 UK motorists (84%) admit that they get distracted behind the wheel, up from 76% in 2018, according to new research.
Arval to showcase hydrogen benefits for fleets
Arval is to run a series of roadshows that will raise awareness of hydrogen cars, including to fleets.
Government greenlights Birmingham clean air zone plans
Plans to deploy a charging clean air zone in Birmingham, including for cars, have secured approval and funding from the Government.
Jaama launches Key2 system enhancements
Fleet software specialist Jaama has launched a new eSignature Module for Key2 to help fleets with the move to a paperless office.
Government indecision driving employees out of company cars
The Government has come under fire from the ICFM and BVRLA after yesterday’s Spring Statement failed to provide much-needed clarity on future company car tax (CCT) … Read More »
Government shelves WLTP tax decision
The Government has failed to shed any light over future company car tax (CCT) rates, including any action to mitigate the effects of WLTP, in today’s … Read More »
New car imports to face 10% tariffs under no-deal Brexit
New cars imported into the UK will be subject to a 10% tariff in the event of a no-deal Brexit, helping to protect the UK’s car … Read More »
Alfen launches smart home EV charge point
Dutch energy solutions company Alfen has launched a fast, smart EV charge point offering interoperability, energy and grid optimisation features for the domestic market.
Support for fleets vital to ensure ULEZ success, says BVRLA
Policymakers must work more closely with fleets to help ensure vehicle compliance with the London Ultra-Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) – particularly if the zone does become … Read More »
New Europcar central London branch brings ULEZ-compliant rentals
Europcar Mobility Group has opened a new car rental branch in Kings Cross to help ensure drivers with sourcing ULEZ-compliant vehicles for central London.
IFS focus on fleet customer relationships recognised with BVRLA award
Inchcape Fleet Solutions is seeing strong results from its work to further drive its relationships with its customer base.
