Natalie Middleton
UK motorists twice as likely not to let drivers in ‘flash’ cars pull out at junctions
In a survey of 2,000 drivers more than a third admit they allow their assumptions to affect them behind the wheel, meaning they are intentionally more … Read More »
Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions extends Michelin contract
All replacement tyres will continue to be fitted by ATS Euromaster, which has more than 340 centres nationwide and approximately 820 mobile service vans. Head of … Read More »
Activa puts focus on tackling issue of end-of-contract damage charges
The firm says that it works pro-actively with fleet managers to avoid and minimise de-fleet charges in the first place, and when damage is incurred it … Read More »
Selecta Tyre becomes 97th member of TyreSafe
An independent, family-run business, Selecta has provided tyre safety advice and guidance for its customers since its very beginning in 1973. By joining TyreSafe Selecta has … Read More »
Year-on-year mobile visits climb 429% for Manheim
The firm says that year-on-year mobile visits surged by 429% in July, coinciding with data from Ofcom that smartphones are, for the first time, the most … Read More »
City Auction Group announces new appointments
Andrew Maddocks has joined the group as new business development manager, with a remit to develop relationships with dealer groups, car supermarkets and independent motor retailers. … Read More »
Kia shows official sketches of new Sportage ahead of Frankfurt debut
The fourth-generation model will up the ante against rivals such as the Nissan Qashqai, helped by a “bold, progressive design”, as well as an updated version … Read More »
SEAT appoints two new members to fleet department
Steven Colborne-Baber, a former area fleet manager for sister brand Volkswagen, joins this week as southern contact hire and leasing manager. In addition, Lerato Barrett will … Read More »
New Jaguar XF to bring class-leading RVs and TCO, says Kwik Car
That’s the verdict of industry valuation company Kwik Car in advance of the new model arriving in UK retailers later this month. Priced from £32,300, the … Read More »
New Discovery Sport takes top spot amongst used cars
That’s the finding from Glass’s, which adds that the rest of its Hot Five of the fastest selling used cars for this month is dominated by … Read More »
Spencer Group appoints Allstar for fuel card contract for mixed fleet
The company uses over 600,000 litres of fuel per year and operate a mixed vehicle fleet including 130 company cars, 40 commercial vehicles, two HGVs and … Read More »
Inchcape Fleet Solutions demonstrates robust cyber security standards
Launched in early June 2014, the Cyber Essentials scheme provides verifiable certification of firms’ robust cyber security standards and is required by the UK government for … Read More »
Company vehicles remain key area of spend for UK SMEs
The bi-annual Business in Britain survey of 1,500 SMEs from across the UK found that more than three-quarters (76%) of management teams plan to raise money … Read More »
Brake to run free webinars to deliver Pledge training for fleets
The webinars will give managers and driver trainers practical tools and resources to enable participants to pass on effective and engaging safe driving messages to people … Read More »
Fleets saving thousands by using third-party claims services, says FMG
So says FMG, which has reported a 140% increase in demand for its in-house third-party claims services over the last 18 months from fleet operators, insurance … Read More »
Fleets reporting positive experiences from running electric vehicles, finds new research
Entitled ‘Uptake of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles in the UK’, the Department for Transport (DfT) report draws on the research from almost 50 UK and international … Read More »
Former police officer joins MiX Telematics to develop Blue Light services offering
The role will see Peel work to further develop the use and application of telematics solutions by emergency services organisations nationwide. "We are delighted that Robert … Read More »
Local authorities ‘wasting’ tax money on hire cars, reckons Flexed
Car leasing firm Flexed.co.uk claims that council officials have admitted to turning too quickly to hire cars when needing wheels in a hurry and says one … Read More »
Volvo and Honda lead way for customer satisfaction, finds J.D. Power
The firm’s inaugural 2015 UK Customer Service Index (CSI) Study measures UK customer satisfaction with their service experience at a franchised dealer facility for maintenance and … Read More »
Covert tracking device uncovers stolen accident management car
Paul Booker and Akeel Hussain, both from Bradford, were in the process of dismantling it for parts when they were arrested by police who were led … Read More »
Autogas to put focus on LPG benefits to fleets at Cenex 2015
The company will be showcasing three LPG-converted vehicles – a Ford Focus, a Fiat Doblo van and a black taxi at the event, which takes place … Read More »
Addison Lee continues global expansion plans with launch of API integration service
Targeted at companies including major airlines and transport providers, the Open API service has been developed with MuleSoft’s Anypoint Platform and will enable partners and affiliates … Read More »
First Toyota Mirai models arrive in UK
The first consignment of the Mirai, which landed on Saturday at the carmaker’s import centre at Portbury, near Bristol, forms part of a limited number of … Read More »
Alphabet explores possible trademark infringement following Google announcement
The Google news was announced in a blog by CEO Larry Page, who said: “Our company is operating well today, but we think we can make … Read More »
Stolen fleet Range Rover recovered thanks to TRACKER
Neil Johnstone, who owns an electronic cable manufacturing business based in Wigan, Manchester, had his car keys stolen when thieves entered his home whilst he was … Read More »
Defleeted superminis and MPVs perform well in July used fleet market
The firm’s figures show that defleeted supermini values were up 9.4% (£455) in July compared to the previous month, with ex-fleet MPV values also performing strongly … Read More »
Barclaycard Fuel+ announces sponsorship of 2015 MPG Marathon
This year’s event, which is in its 15th year, takes place on Tuesday, September 29 and Wednesday, September 30 and is now open for entries. It … Read More »
Highways England announces offroad trials of wireless EV charging technology
The trials will test how the technology would work on the country’s motorways and major A roads, allowing drivers of ultra-low emission vehicles to travel long … Read More »
Subaru announces pricing for new Levorg Sport Tourer
The new sport tourer model, which made its European debut at the 2015 Geneva Motor Show, has previously launched in Japan. The model is pitched as … Read More »
Chargemaster launches new membership scheme with low-cost tariff and free EV loans
Dubbed POLAR Plus, the new scheme will offer drivers access to the expanding POLAR London and POLAR national network of over 4,000 charging points for a … Read More »
