Natalie Middleton
Fleet/lease values remain at near record levels, reports BCA
The headline average value of a used car in March fell to £7,524, down by £290 (3.7%) compared to February. Performance against CAP Clean fell marginally … Read More »
Fleet uptake plays strong role in Kia’s best-ever March sales
March sales were up 1.5% on the same month last year, which saw Kia deliver 14,787 cars to customers. This compares to an overall rise of … Read More »
City Auction Group recruits new national sales manager
With over 17 years of automotive sales and client management experience, Young has previously worked with Manheim Remarketing, Auto Trader Digital and Mercedes-Benz Retail UK. In … Read More »
RAC Cars launches free-to-advertise used car market place
The organisation said the move is in response to demand from consumers and dealers for an alternative to existing used car websites that charge high advertising … Read More »
GE Capital to unveil new toolbox for fleets at Silverstone Fleet Show
GE Capital is one of the largest suppliers of vehicle leasing and fleet management in the world – delivering tailored fleet funding and fleet management solutions, … Read More »
First hydrogen cars join TfL fleet
The two Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell vehicles are being used by TfL’s bus operational management team to undertake a number of tasks including checking bus route … Read More »
Jaguar Land Rover enhances Approved Used Programme
Building on the existing programme, the new 2015 Approved Used Programme provides vehicles under five years old and under 100,000 miles with a two-year unlimited mileage … Read More »
New Venson ‘Vehicle Quotes’ module to support user chooser fleet schemes
The latest enhancement gives fleet managers greater flexibility to implement a car fleet policy in line with business objectives. It also supports ‘User Chooser’ fleet schemes, giving … Read More »
Latest new car registrations show growing market confidence, says Deloitte
SMMT figures show that a total of 492,774 cars were registered in March, up 6.0% on same month last year and marking the best month since … Read More »
Glass’s signs up Experian as data partner
The contract for vehicle information enables Glass’s to link its data and propositions to a specific vehicle via the Vehicle Registration Mark (VRM). The information helps … Read More »
Next government urged to prioritise road safety
A total of 2,156 people took part in the IAM survey throughout March 2015. The number one gripe amongst those who answered the poll said reducing … Read More »
SMMT outlines priorities for new government
Latest SMMT data shows that a total of 492,774 cars were registered in March, up 6.0% on same month last year and marking the best month … Read More »
Vauxhall VIVA to cost from £7,995
The VIVA range consists of two trim levels – SE and SL – with Air Con and ecoFLEX versions of the SE trim giving customers a … Read More »
New TRACKER Fleet Evo app launched for SMEs
Based on the TRACKER Fleet telematics solution, the app offers route planning, traffic alerts, as well as providing vehicle and asset status and locations. Businesses can … Read More »
New research shows growing gap between official fuel economy & real-world figures
The company says the latest examination of its large-scale test programme of passenger cars in Europe shows that the gap between the combined New European Driving Cycle … Read More »
Fleet market continues to drive new car registrations
SMMT figures show that a total of 492,774 cars were registered in March, up 6.0% on same month last year and marking the best month since … Read More »
2015 MG6 to start from £13,995
Priced from £13,995, the facelifted model brings a new front and rear profile including chrome detailing and a lower black aerodynamically styled bumper and shaped tailpipe. … Read More »
Agility Fleet continues company expansion with new appointment
Lee O’Connell joins the nationwide provider of contract hire and fleet management solutions from Vauxhall Motors where he worked in various roles for 16 years. He … Read More »
Specifying a quality livery is critical to protecting RVs, says Sign Language
So says Tobin Jenkins, managing director of vehicle graphics and wrapping specialist Sign Language, who says that fleet decision-makers all too focus on obtaining the cheapest … Read More »
Hertz adds Nissan LEAF to London fleet
Customers can rent the model with unlimited mileage, at a special launch price of £9.99 (GBP) a day (up to 24 hours) and can also benefit … Read More »
Online used car prices reach three-year high in Q1, reports Autorola
Prices increased by £140 in Q1 2015, from £8,484 to £8,624 in the first quarter of 2015 compared with Q4 of 2014. The previous highest was … Read More »
New Toyota RAV4 to include Hybrid model
Set to be launched in the UK and Europe from early 2016, the RAV4 Hybrid brings a full hybrid system combining a 2.5-litre petrol engine and … Read More »
Toyota releases prices & spec details for facelifted Avensis
Priced from £17,765, the new model brings higher equipment specifications across the board as well as new fleet-focused trims, plus the Toyota Safety Sense package of … Read More »
Marshall Leasing confirms AIM IPO
Shares began trading on 2 April, with the business valued at £115.1m. The move generates about £40m for the company. In a statement, the company said … Read More »
97% of motorists believe motorway services parking should be free
An online survey of over 2,400 motorists by the car supermarket giant found 97.4% of people quizzed agreed that drivers should be able to stay beyond … Read More »
Higher lorry speed limits divide opinions
As announced by the government last year, speed limits in England and Wales for HGVs over 7.5 tonnes will rise from 40mph to 50mph on single … Read More »
Hyundai shows Enduro urban crossover at Seoul
Named Enduro from the word ‘Endurance’, the model combines SUV looks with rally motorcycles and features a new interpretation of Hyundai’s design signature hexagonal front grille. It … Read More »
Kia hints at forthcoming compact cars with Novo concept
Expected to preview the next-generation cee’d, the Novo – which comes from the Latin 'novatus' and is said to stand for the concept of making something … Read More »
Lexus debuts new RX at New York Auto Show
The fourth generation of Lexus’s luxury SUV brings a longer wheelbase, improved cabin space and higher levels of comfort and luxury. The new model brings a … Read More »
Mark Wheeler appointed as new fleet sales director at Nissan
Wheeler, who joined the brand as national corporate sales manager in October, replaces Michael Auliar who is moving to a new role as regional director with … Read More »
