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UK Carline appoints compliance officer as part of expansion programme
Sarah Latimer has joined leasing firm UK Carline as compliance officer.
Competition opens to find new ways to tackle congestion
A new competition to explore ways to sort out Britain’s overcrowded and polluting roads has opened.
2016 MPG Marathon gets underway
Competitors in this year’s MPG Marathon are now under starter’s orders as they look to take the lead as the kings of eco-driving.
Government urged to press on with reforms to tackle insurance fraud
The Government must press ahead with planned reforms to clamp down on fraudulent whiplash insurance claims, according to insurance and road safety organisations.
Fleet industry unites to oppose employee benefit tax hike
The BVRLA and a coalition of other fleet industry stakeholders are working together to oppose possible changes to employee benefits that would impact on fleets and fleet … Read More »
Business driver refuelling behaviour revealed in new research
Business drivers use just a handful of filling stations to refuel regardless of where they are travelling to, new research has found.
Strong demand counters increased volumes in September, reports Aston Barclay
The used car market remained strong in September, with healthy demand from dealers offsetting rising volumes from fleets and part-exchanges, Aston Barclay has reported.
SEAT Ateca now available for four-day fleet test drives
SEAT is giving UK fleet and business customers to chance to live with its new Ateca SUV for four days.
BCA to drive growth with new role
BCA’s Steve Paine is take on responsibility for the Bridgwater auction centre in addition to his general manager role at Blackbushe as part of the firm’s … Read More »
CD Auction Group launches dedicated car sale for BT Fleet
CD Auction Group is to offer separate car and van sales for BT Fleet following the launch of an extra sale.
MINI hints at “near-series” plug-in hybrid crossover
MINI’s first plug-in hybrid is said to be almost production-ready, and looks likely to launch as part of the Countryman line-up.
New Discovery to deliver class-leading RVs, says Cap
The new Land Rover Discovery is expected to offer class-leading residual values when it arrives in the UK, according to Cap.
FMG to provide essential incident management support to FleetEurope customers
FleetEurope has partnered with FMG to significantly reduce the hassle, cost and impact of vehicle incidents for its fleet customers.
Funding support for hydrogen fuel call cars drives Toyota Mirai take-up
Public and private fleets including the Science Museum and Aberdeen City Council are to implement Toyota Mirai hydrogen fuel cell cars after winning funding from the … Read More »
Workplace charging scheme to provide ‘massive incentive’ for fleets to go green
New government funding for workplace and residential on-street charge points will help drive fleet take-up of ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEVs) but more action is needed on … Read More »
ADAS calibration to help keep Inchcape fleet drivers safe under latest Autoglass deal
Inchcape Fleet Solutions customers are to benefit from a number of additional vehicle glass repair and replacement services after the fleet management firm renewed its contract … Read More »
Jaama continues expansion of support analyst team
Jaama has recruited two additional support analysts as it looks to drive customer service for an increasing customer base.
Fleet/lease values reach record high in September, BCA reports
Continued used car demand helped push fleet/lease values to a record level in September, according to BCA’s latest data.
Honda teams gunning for more MPG Marathon success
Two Honda teams are ramping up for next week’s MPG Marathon as they look to build on their previous successes.
Arval to gain operational insight into hydrogen fleet cars through major UK trial
Arval has become a leading partner in one of the UK’s largest hydrogen fleet car trials to date, enabling it to gain operational insight into the running … Read More »
Prices and specs revealed for new Skoda Kodiaq
The new Kodiaq SUV will be priced from £21,495 (OTR) when order books open next month, Skoda has revealed.
3G vehicle cameras playing key role in driving down fleet claims costs
3G vehicle cameras are playing a crucial role in minimising insurance claims but fleets need to have the right processes in place to optimise the technology … Read More »
Licence Check targets larger fleets with driving licence and ID Card Data Reader
Licence Check has unveiled its new driving licence and ID Card Data Reader, intended to help fleets, especially larger vehicle operators, enhance driver licence checking procedures.
Europcar showcases updates to Deliver & Collect service
Europcar is showcasing a number of enhancements to its Deliver & Collect service, introduced to take the stress out of picking up and returning rental vehicles.
Electric car sharing service rolls out at Gatwick Airport
A new electric car sharing service is being introduced at Gatwick Airport.
RAC Patrol of the Year joins MPG Marathon line-up
RAC Patrol of the Year Charlie Harding will join the line-up of competitors for this year’s MPG Marathon, and says he’s looking forward to putting his … Read More »
ICFM conference to explore ‘Using Technology to Reduce Costs and Improve Safety’
This year’s Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) Annual National Members’ Conference will explore how tomorrow’s company cars will further help to reduce fleet operating costs … Read More »
Cyber security is priority for fleet industry, says Venson
The fleet industry is being urged to work together to tackle cyber security fears to boost the confidence of fleet managers and motorists in an autonomous … Read More »
New project to explore standardised method for EV charging
A new project has launched to examine how the UK’s electricity network can prepare for the increase in electric vehicle ownership and to help develop a … Read More »
Solar hydrogen refuelling station opens in East London
Clean fuel company ITM Power has opened a new public hydrogen refuelling station in Rainham, East London.
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