Natalie Middleton
CO2 emissions fall to all-time low at Fleet Hire
The Solihull-based company reports that CO2 levels on its contract hire fleet fell to an average of 109.43g/km in the first four months of this year … Read More »
Kia recalls Soul and Soul EV for possible steering fault
The recall covers 5,707 models in the UK, with all repairs being undertaken free of charge. The carmaker said the recall was being undertaken as … Read More »
Government urged to implement workplace charging point grants to drive ULEV take-up
Ashley Sowerby, managing director, said: “There have been several stories in the press saying that the Government will announce workplace EV charging grants this summer and … Read More »
Applications open for 2016 Fleet Hero Awards
Now in their 11th year, the awards recognise innovation and achievement in improving the efficiency and sustainability of fleets. A total of 10 categories are … Read More »
BVRLA publishes best practice guide for driver data
Following consultation with members and vehicle manufacturers, the document on ‘Data Principles: A Statement of Best Practice’ covers personal data, vehicle-specific data, asset security and the … Read More »
Both large and small engines can hit Euro 6 NOx targets, says Emission Analytics
The firm has released details of the latest engines to be awarded an A rating for low NOx emissions under its EQUA Air Quality Index, with … Read More »
National Tyres and Autocare expands network
The new branches are located in London, Yorkshire, Northamptonshire, South Wales and the South West, and join the existing network of 241 branch locations operating throughout … Read More »
UK automotive industry delivers clear statement on Europe position
Mike Hawes, SMMT chief executive, said, “UK Automotive is globally competitive, securing record levels of investment, creating tens of thousands of jobs annually and exporting to … Read More »
Richard Baird re-elected to ACFO board
Baird, vice-chairman of ACFO’s London East Region and new business development director at Marshall Leasing, retired from the board by rotation and was re-elected unopposed after … Read More »
Prestige Fleet Servicing signs up 300th service centre
The milestone service centre is Dack Motor Group’s Coventry outlet which specialises in SMR work for Vauxhall, Land Rover, BMW/Mini, Volkswagen, Audi and Mercedes brands and … Read More »
Government urged to take action over parking fines on private land
The issue came to the fore during an ACFO debate, which saw representatives of trade associations, the British Parking Association and the International Parking Community (previously … Read More »
New Activa Contracts app to help avoid end-of-contract disputes
The app, which forms part of the firm’s ongoing focus on tackling damage charges, can be used for both newly delivered vehicles and those imminently due … Read More »
Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV continues to dominate ULEV market
Analysis of the latest DVLA figures undertaken the RAC Foundation finds that at the end of Q1 2016 there were 19,945 plug-in hybrid Outlanders licensed in … Read More »
Multileasing outsources incident management to FMG
The deal will provide the Devon-based broker’s leasing and contract hire customers with instant access to an end-to-end incident management solution, which includes first notification of … Read More »
Roland McNeill joins FleetEurope as senior account manager
McNeill reports to Carlos Montero, FleetEurope’s chief commercial officer and will be responsible for managing existing contract hire clients as well as developing new contract hire … Read More »
Fleet industry ladies raise over £10k for charity in 2016 MoonWalk Scotland
A group of prominent fleet industry ladies have taken part in this year’s MoonWalk Scotland to raise money for charity.
New Renault EVs to help Eden Project drive sustainability message
Following successful trials, the Cornwall-based eco attraction has taken delivery of the Twizy quadricycle, ZOE supermini and the Kangoo Z.E for use by its team throughout … Read More »
Resurfacing project for M6 in Cumbria to start next week
Starting from Monday 20 June, the eight-week project will cover a 2.5-mile section of carriageway near Burton Services between junction 36 and junction 35, and involves … Read More »
ABAX employees take to two wheels for charity fund-raising
UK chief executive Chris Miller fronted the group of four from ABAX’s UK team who pedalled from Peterborough to Amsterdam and were also joined by ABAX’s … Read More »
Drivers warned of overnight closures for Manchester smart motorway project
The current phase covers the upgrading of 56 overhead gantries on the 17-mile smart motorway route between junction 8 of the M60 near Sale and junction … Read More »
Potholes and congestion are top fleet bugbears, finds RAC Business
Carried out amongst 500 UK business decision-makers, the survey found that 46% of bosses listed pothole damage as their main concern, with businesses based in the … Read More »
Northamptonshire County Council lends support to Ride to Work Week
The council recently launched its Motorcycle Northants initiative as part of a wider plan to encourage sustainable transport options. Motorcycle Northants will encourage the county’s … Read More »
Q&A: John Watkins, executive chairman of Trakm8
John Watkins, executive chairman of Trakm8, on developments within the group and the broader telematics marketplace. What are the plans for the Trakm8 group following its … Read More »
New fleet insurance product utilises driver behaviour and attitude data
Solely offered to fleets, the product is said to be the first of its kind to actively utilise driver behaviour and attitude data to influence the … Read More »
Skoda publishes design sketches of Kodiaq large SUV
Based on the VisionS concept shown at Geneva, the Kodiaq seven-seater will sit above the Yeti and is based on the Volkswagen Group's MQB platform with … Read More »
ALD Automotive prepares for move to new UK HQ
Already, commercial property developer Stoford has completed the shell of the building at Vertex Park, Lyde Green, South Gloucestershire, near Bristol, and internal work is now … Read More »
New project to expand Europe’s hydrogen refuelling network and vehicle fleet
The six-year H2ME 2 project brings together 37 partners from across Europe. It will include the deployment and operation of 1,230 fuel cell vehicles, the addition … Read More »
TomTom Telematics integrates CRM to support sales teams on the road
Available on the Salesforce AppExchange, the solution provides automatic trip reporting and simplified appointment management, whilst providing businesses and drivers with greater insight into driving performance. … Read More »
TRL and TSC partner to boost Intelligent Mobility systems
The three core aims of the collaboration are to ensure the UK’s Intelligent Mobility (IM) research and evaluation base is aligned and working towards a common … Read More »
Santander Consumer Finance launches first-ever contract hire solution for fleets
Being rolled out on a nationwide basis following a successful pilot programme, the solution will be sold through selected intermediaries including motor dealers and finance brokers. … Read More »
