Natalie Middleton
Demand for used high value cars falls as EU Referendum nears
The vehicle data provider says anecdotal evidence from dealers indicates cars priced over £15k are struggling to sell – with a potential BREXIT apparently being the … Read More »
76% of UK drivers wouldn’t feel secure using portable devices as digital car keys
The research, undertaken by broker Leasing Options as the US Patent and Trademark Office awards Apple a patent on controlling a vehicle using a portable device, … Read More »
Euro Car Parts opens Aberystwyth branch
Six vans will provide a six-day delivery service to the Aberystwyth area as well as Machynlleth and Llanybydder. Customers will have ready access to 18,000 lines … Read More »
Audi previews new A5 Coupe
The newcomer is based on the latest A4, and will get assistance and connectivity systems shared with the saloon, including Apple and Android smartphone connectivity and … Read More »
Vauxhall offers comprehensive SMR package for fleets
Dubbed SMR+, the product is iFleet-administered for routine servicing and includes additional items such as brake fluid changes, maintenance work (brake discs, pads and clutches), and … Read More »
Ford introduces ST-Line models for Fiesta and Focus
Available to order now, both models offer sport suspension – lowered by 10mm, bespoke body kits and 17-inch alloy wheel designs plus sport seats, steering wheel … Read More »
Skoda develops 'one stop shop' leasing package for blue light fleets
In partnership with VWFS Fleet (part of Volkswagen Financial Services), the package of services also enables Skoda customers to roll their conversion, breakdown recovery and service, … Read More »
Activa Contracts creates new customer service director role
Karen McCarthy has been promoted to the newly created role of customer service director, bringing almost 25 years’ experience in customer service roles. Her career … Read More »
Fleet Assist to run open day for leasing firms and garage network
Taking place on 22 June, the event builds on the previous open days in 2012 and 2014 and will bring together Fleet Assist’s contract hire and … Read More »
Fatigue-related crashes 50% more likely to result in death or serious injury, warns GEM
RoSPA data shows fatigue can be a factor in up to 20% of all road collisions, and up to 25% of fatal and serious crashes. … Read More »
Local Car and Van Rental Ltd identified as one of UK’s fastest growing SMEs
To be included in the LSE report, LCVR had to show consistent revenue growth and outperform rental industry peers. London Stock Exchange’s recognition coincides with … Read More »
Latest A9 stats show speed cameras having positive safety effect, reports group
The latest quarterly report published by the group, which was set up by Transport Scotland in July 2012, covers the first 15 months of camera operation … Read More »
Licence checking frequency still major issue one year after counterpart abolition, says Licence Bureau
Although the firm says a number of initiatives have helped fleets following the removal of the counterpart document on 8 June 2015, it adds that further … Read More »
FuelGenie appoints Robert Pieczka as new MD
Pieczka brings a wealth of experience in marketing, sales, business development and partnership management to the company. He was previously marketing and international group marketing director at … Read More »
VW introduces Golf Estate Match Edition trim
Styling features include 16-inch alloy wheels and front fog lights as well as a Mirror Pack which brings remote electrically folding door mirrors, plus door mirror … Read More »
KAR Auction Services acquires GRS Remarketing
Jim Hallett, KAR CEO and chairman, said: “During the past 20 years, GRS has established a successful online vehicle remarketing business in the UK through robust … Read More »
Quartix tops list of UK’s top 50 quoted tech companies
Published by Megabuyte in May 2016, the ranking provides an independent measure of companies’ financial performance, by criteria other than share price. “The Megabuyte Scorecard … Read More »
DriveNow cuts prices for car sharing fleet
First launched in London in December 2014, the scheme now has 20,000 users, representing 12% of London’s car club market.
New Euro Car Parts website brings enhanced Click & Collect service
The newly launched platform, which represents an investment of £1m, also provides a dedicated French and German website to support the company’s European growth plans, as … Read More »
Motorpoint acquires Oldbury site from Lex Autolease
Motorpoint will invest over £5m over the coming weeks following its acquisition of the former-five acre car supermarket on Churchbridge Road in Oldbury. The site, … Read More »
Pricing and specification announced for new Mégane
Set to start deliveries from July, the new model will offer six trim levels and four engines – two dCi and two TCe engines – with … Read More »
Auction performance dependent on condition and mix of stock, reports Glass’s
Jayson Whittington, chief car editor at Glass’s, added that fleet and manufacturer sales containing smaller and more price range stock however were a completely different entity, … Read More »
Brake Professional adds new tools for managing incident data
The latest resources are designed to be used by anyone with responsibility for managing at-work drivers, regardless of budget, fleet size, or vehicle type, and cover: … Read More »
Kone Corporation signs incident management deal with FMG
The two-year contract will cover Kone’s fleet of 1400 light commercials vehicles and passenger cars, in a bespoke service bundle which comprises 24/7/365 First Notification of … Read More »
Leading fleet industry ladies to raise funds for charity in MoonWalk Scotland
A group of well-known female figures from the leasing industry has come together to raise money for charity.
TyreSafe upgrades app with new safety features
The app features details of how to undertake regular maintenance checks, what to do at the roadside in the event of a puncture or incident and … Read More »
LeasePlan enhances tyre services for fleet customers
Using the i247 Group’s software solution, itms247, LeasePlan UK has taken the opportunity to move away from a sole supply deal to a multi supply deal, … Read More »
Inchcape Fleet Solutions signs remarketing deal with BCA
Vehicles from Inchcape Retail and Inchcape Fleet Solutions will be offered for sale at BCA centres nationwide including Bedford, Peterborough, Belle Vue Manchester, Blackbushe, Brighouse and … Read More »
Prestige Fleet Servicing upgrades Unity system for fleets
The Unity system is at the hub of the Prestige operation which provides vehicle servicing, maintenance and repair work for leasing companies, fleet management providers, corporate … Read More »
AMT Vehicle Rental doubles convertibles fleet for summer
The Leeds headquartered vehicle rental business has added a further selection of models including the Mercedes-Benz SLK250 Convertible, the E-Class Cabriolet and the Jaguar F Type … Read More »
