Natalie Middleton
Figures indicate drop in number of drivers being punished for mobile use
A news story published by the organisation said that figures from 36 forces show the number of drivers given fixed penalty notices fell by more than … Read More »
FIAG to run workshop on critical role of suppliers in supporting fleets
‘The Role of the Supplier in Supporting the Fleet Manager’ workshop is being sponsored by Enterprise Rent-A-Car and will be held at the company’s Training Centre, … Read More »
FMG retains Investor In People award
The company, which employs 320 people, first received the accreditation in 2008. To remain certified, employees are interviewed every three years by ‘Investors in People’ assessors, … Read More »
Regus Express drop-in business lounge & meeting rooms open at Watford Gap services
The site features a drop-in business lounge with free, secure Wi-Fi and refreshments, as well as meeting rooms, which are bookable by the hour. It’s aimed local … Read More »
Spire Automotive trials vehicle technology to improve fleet visibility
The multi-franchise dealer group, specialising in Audi, BMW, MINI, Peugeot, SEAT, Skoda, Jaguar and VW Van sales, partnered the vehicle-to-business specialist in July 2013 and is … Read More »
IAM reports worst cases of speeding in GB
The offences have been reported by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM), which says this is one of the worst cases of speeding caught on a … Read More »
Stunning line-up of test drives at Silverstone Fleet Show
This year’s Show, which is being sponsored by Barclaycard Fuel + in association with TMC, has attracted a record number of vehicle manufacturers, including several who … Read More »
Alternative Route Finance to give Silverstone Fleet Show visitors chance to test racing skills
Alternative Route Finance’s dedicated fleet consultants analyse each case individually and are trained experts in optimising a fleet's performance as well as sourcing for the individual. … Read More »
Former FSG director sets up new fleet management company
Bray, who with his father and stepmother helped grow FSG to become one of the UK’s largest privately owned fleet management companies, has launched the new … Read More »
Network Rail awards vehicle rental contract to Europcar
The deal is expected to see Europcar provide around 25,000 car and van rentals per year for Network Rail, the owner and operator of Britain’s rail … Read More »
2015 SEAT Alhambra to bring more efficient engines
“Alhambra has seen a year of record sales in 2014. Innovation, driving fun, utility and safety are the keywords for the new-generation Alhambra, making it the … Read More »
Prices revealed for facelifted Range Rover Evoque
Prices start from £30,200 for the new 148bhp eD4 2WD, which offers fuel economy of up to 68mpg and CO2 emissions of 109g/km for the coupe – … Read More »
Arval builds strong social media presence
In less than a year the vehicle leasing and fleet managemenet firm has built up nearly 11,000 Facebook Page Likes and more than 2,000 Twitter Followers … Read More »
Active safety systems to become "essential option" for executive cars, says Glass’s
That’s the prediction of Glass’s, with chief car editor Steve Jackson saying that such active safety systems are growing more significant in the eyes of many … Read More »
Labour party plans for road improvement projects come under fire
In its manifesto, Labour said it “will support long term investment on strategic roads”. However, it also said that it would freeze rail fares next year, … Read More »
Stephen Chater appointed a director & deputy chairman of ICFM
Chater has over 25 years’ experience within the automotive sector. Within BMW Group, he has held numerous senior management roles in addition to a wide breadth … Read More »
Leading experts to share findings on fleet driver behaviour at Brake seminar
Being held on Tuesday 28 April, the seminar, organised by the road safety charity and sponsored by Direct Line Group, is on the topic of Driver … Read More »
2015 Kia Picanto goes on sale
The latest model brings styling, re-engineering and specification revisions and a new trim grade, SR7, which replaces the former VR7 model and adds more equipment. A … Read More »
New Lytx video-based safety programme aimed at mid-sized fleets
Dubbed DC Protect, the new solution offers simple, self-service tools that help smaller fleets efficiently and easily improve safety and protect drivers. Using the Lytx Safety … Read More »
Pendragon signs new deal with Fleet Assist
The new deal further extends a near decade-long business partnership between Fleet Assist and Pendragon Vehicle Management, which operates a fleet of almost 14,000 vehicles delivering … Read More »
Highways England urged to educate drivers on smart motorways as they reach their first anniversary
England’s first ‘all-lane running’ motorway opened on 14 April 2014 on a 2.5 km stretch of the M25 between junctions 23 and 25. Complete schemes, with … Read More »
City Auction Group signs up three new corporate vendors
RCI Financial, Renault UK and Fleet Assist are supplying vehicles to City Auction Group from immediate effect. Michael Tomalin, managing director of City Auction Group, commented: … Read More »
Lexus to debut ES sedan at Auto Shanghai
First launched in 1989, six generations of the model have been sold. No details of the revised 2016 ES have been released but Lexus said it … Read More »
Innovation to show how to reduce fuel costs by up to 30% at Silverstone Fleet Show
Innovation is a leading tax and fleet consulting company specialising in proven, HMRC and staff friendly solutions for medium and large sized businesses. The firm is … Read More »
Chevin introduces new Health Check Alerts
Relevant and anonymised information is securely fed back to Chevin’s support team, who analyse the way in which the client is using the software and its … Read More »
Councils accused of raking it in on 'rip-off' parking practices
"When you stand back and think about it, it's a proper rip-off," said Flexed.co.uk spokesman Mark Hall. "It's maddening when they charge an odd figure like … Read More »
EST to run free Budget webinar for fleets
The webinar will look at how Budget changes could inform development of your company car choice list and fleet policy, and understand the key factors for … Read More »
Viezu expands remapping operations for fleets
As part of its expansion and investment programme, the company has relocated its UK headquarters to a larger premises in Warwickshire. The new facility now includes … Read More »
SHB Hire Ltd awards five-year breakdown deal to RAC Business
The deal to provide Breakdown and European Breakdown Cover for SHB Hire Ltd will see RAC potentially coming to the assistance of more than 13,500 vehicles … Read More »
Discovery of oil near Gatwick will have zero impact on overall oil market, says senior market analyst
As reported by the BBC, exploration firm UK Oil & Gas Investments (UKOG) says there could be up to 100 billion barrels of oil onshore beneath … Read More »
