Natalie Middleton
Fleetmatics guide illustrates five ways for fleets to save fuel
The e-book reveals how speeding, hard braking, excessive idling and other widespread bad driving habits can lead to huge fuel wastages. By using real-time red flag … Read More »
Quartix set to see growth in excess of 50% for 2013
Speaking to Fleet World, sales and marketing director Andy Kirk said that the company is installing over 4,000 vehicle tracking systems every month, with both the … Read More »
Tokyo Motor Show: BMW 4 Series Convertible premieres
The 4 Series Convertible follows the Coupe launched just a few months ago, while the high-performance M4 Coupe Concept, which made its debut at Pebble Beach … Read More »
Jaguar reveals pricing & specification for F-Type Coupé
Billed as ‘the most dynamically capable, performance-focused sports car that Jaguar has ever produced’, the F-Type Coupé is available in three versions – F-TYPE R, F-TYPE … Read More »
Edge Concept previews new Ford SUV for Europe
Unveiled at the Los Angeles Motor Show, the Edge Concept marks the launch of Ford’s third SUV model in Europe – the current generation is already … Read More »
EST showcases benefits of EVs for fleets in new video
Available here, the video follows on from the success of the Plugged-in Fleets Initiative (PIFI) run by the EST and also covers the latest Plugged-in Fleets … Read More »
Ford opens up “BlueService” aftersales support package to fleets
The package includes while-you-wait servicing and free Wi-Fi access as well as collection and delivery of vehicles. The Fleet programme also includes a maximum booking lead-time … Read More »
An effective fleet solution for costly liability disputes
So says by vehicle-to-business technology provider In-Car Cleverness which reckons that over 76,000 car incidents involving fleet drivers this year will result in arguments over whose … Read More »
Mayor of London boosts parking times to help local businesses
The move is intended to provide greater flexibility for drivers and a boost for local businesses. The changes follow consultation with Londoners, businesses and boroughs councils, … Read More »
CAP data indicates new Mazda3 to set pace for RVs
The vehicle information provider’s forecast suggests that the Mazda3 will retain up to 37% of its value at three years/60,000 miles, comfortably out performing key competitors. … Read More »
Martin Gurney appointed as new fleet chief at Peugeot UK
Under the changes, Martin Gurney will take up the position of director, fleet and used vehicles, replacing Phil Robson who will take on an international role … Read More »
Practicality & eco performance secure new fleet deal for Toyota Auris Hybrid Touring Sports
The company, part of the global Toshiba Corporation, provides technical support for Toshiba Tec’s computerised point-of-sale and retail information systems and barcode printers and has taken … Read More »
Drivers sceptical of speed cameras’ role in road safety
The organisation’s data shows that over half of drivers (52%) do not believe that cameras are only sited at locations where accidents happen. Almost half of … Read More »
Oxford launches first all-electric car club
Run by E-Car Club along with community group Low Carbon Oxford North, the scheme will use a Nissan LEAF based in Summertown and will offer a … Read More »
Tusker CEO becomes convert to electric vehicles
Hosking, who is now looking to select an EV for his permanent company car, chose the LEAF as an interim model in order to understand firsthand … Read More »
Brake urges fleets to ban phones at the wheel
According to the charity and its campaign partners Specsavers and Romex, more than half a million UK drivers (575,000) have points on their licence for using their … Read More »
Time to start preparing fleet cars for winter, LeasePlan says
So says LeasePlan, which has released its top tips for winter driving as Road Safety Week (18-24 November) kicks off. David Brennan, managing director, LeasePlan UK, … Read More »
Volvo to display Concept Coupé at Tokyo Motor Show
Previously shown at Frankfurt, the concept showcases the company's new Scalable Product Architecture, as well as the new, highly efficient four-cylinder Drive-E powertrains (formerly known as … Read More »
RSPB adopts Renault ZOE for fleet
The ZOE joins the charity’s Kangoo Van Z.E, at its Bedfordshire base near Sandy as the organisation takes a stance on climate change. The RSPB says … Read More »
Subaru to preview future design direction of Legacy at LA Auto Show
Subaru to show future design direction of Legacy at LA Auto Show Highlights of the concept include the hexagonal grille first seen on the Subaru Viziv … Read More »
Hyundai to gain clearer design identity under new design chief
Peter Schreyer, president and chief design officer of Hyundai Motor Group, said to news agency Headlineauto: ‘Hyundai already has a kind of distinctive design direction, what … Read More »
Driver eyesight is key focus for Specsavers Corporate Eyecare for Road Safety Week
The awareness week is run by road safety charity Brake and this year the charity is asking people to ‘tune in’ to road safety. This includes … Read More »
Arval supports Road Safety Week with safe driving DVD for fleets
The DVD recreates a 35mph collision between a car and cyclist and highlights the shocking aftermath. Originally recorded several years ago, the short film has been … Read More »
Fleet drivers can now unlock City Car Club vehicles with iPhones using new app
Developed by Parallax with an Android version set to follow, the app has been integrated with City Car Club’s vehicle management system that tells the cars … Read More »
Ford reveals new Ka Concept
Revealed at the carmaker’s Northeast Industrial Complex in Camaçari, the new concept shows a more grown-up look for the Ka, which will also offer fuel efficiency … Read More »
BP promises no fleet transaction fees or hidden charges on latest Supercharge Fuel Card
The BP Supercharge Fuel Card gives customers access to the largest fuel card network in the UK, according to the company – equivalent to nine out … Read More »
Zenith to remove EV hurdles for both salary sacrifice & company car drivers in new E-Motion package
Under the strategy, which follows a 12-month comprehensive evaluation of all available EVs, Zenith will offer EVs including full electric, plug-in hybrids and range extenders not … Read More »
VW announces Amarok & Tiguan recalls
The Amarok recall affects 239,000 Amarok models globally (12,359 in Germany) built between its launch and June of this year. In the UK, the recall applies to … Read More »
Leicester’s De Montfort University & CENEX team up to address range anxiety
Being undertaken by De Montfort University’s (DMU) Department of Technology along with CENEX, the Centre of Excellence for low carbon and fuel cell technologies, the project … Read More »
Fleets' inaction on telematics intelligence could constitute “wilful blindness”
The warning comes from vehicle-to-business technology provider In-Car Cleverness as it highlights the risks of being found guilty of “wilful blindness”. ‘Having visibility of potentially dangerous … Read More »
