Natalie Middleton
Audi announces prices for new Q7
The new model arrives in showrooms from August with just one engine from launch – a 268bhp V6 TDI unit – and offers highlights including a … Read More »
Tracking & telematics could save rental firms millions, says ICC
The firm says that total lost revenue is estimated to be in the tens of millions of pounds annually across CHOs and rental firms alone; equal … Read More »
Quarter of cyclists admit to taking to the roads while drunk
That’s the finding of research by car leasing company Flexed.co.uk who says that while cyclists are probably at more risk to themselves while under the influence, … Read More »
Nissan adds range-topping DIG-T 190 engine to Pulsar range
The range-topping unit is available with three trim grade options and is accompanied by styling, suspension and chassis upgrades. The 187bhp unit has been engineered for … Read More »
Inspired Gaming Group outsources 200-strong fleet to Sandicliffe Motor Contracts
Inspired Gaming is a leader in open server-based gaming technology, with clients in the UK and across the globe. The outsourced agreement sees Sandicliffe Motor Contracts … Read More »
Budget 2015: BVRLA expresses concern over BiK changes
BVRLA director of policy & membership Jay Parmar said: “We’re encouraged that the Government has responded to our calls to reduce the pace of company car … Read More »
Nine drivers clocked at over 120mph in scotland
The figures have been revealed by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) after it made a Freedom of Information request to Police Scotland. All the Top … Read More »
Renault secures three-year RED Driving School deal for Clio
The cars, which are being supplied through Renault’s finance arm – RCI Banque – will be offered direct to instructors on 18-month finance deals that could, … Read More »
Don’t wait till 8 June to move licence checking online, says Licence Bureau
The licence checking and compliance company says that starting the switch now will help avoid issues surrounding licence renewal, endorsements or verification of new/existing licences. It … Read More »
Budget 2015: BiK changes to increase focus on ULEVs, says ALD
In his final Budget in this Parliament, the Chancellor has announced that company car Benefit in Kind rates will see a 3% increase for 2019/20. ALD … Read More »
Slight dip in UK car manufacturing but domestic demand rises
The SMMT figures show that output fell 2.9% last month from 133,730 units to 129,915. Year to date, the figure is down 2.0% from 262,645 units … Read More »
Defleet values remain consistent, reports Manheim
The firm’s data shows that the average price of a de-fleeted car at auction stood at £7,319 in February 2015. Although this represents a slight decrease … Read More »
Budget 2015: Mixed blessings for fleets says TMC
In the Budget statement, Mr Osborne said: “To encourage a new generation of low emission vehicles we will increase their company car tax more slowly than … Read More »
Budget 2015: Changes “broadly positive” for fleets, says Nexus
He commented: “The promises to invest more in research and development of low emission vehicles and in driverless vehicle testing demonstrate a commitment to helping Britain … Read More »
Budget 2015: New BiK rates to have big impact on drivers, says GE Capital Fleet Services
In the Budget statement, Mr Osborne said: “To encourage a new generation of low emission vehicles we will increase their company car tax more slowly than … Read More »
Budget 2015: Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions welcomes changes
Commenting on the announcements made, Oliphant said: “George Osborne’s final Budget before the General Election was preceded by a review of his performance to date, starting with … Read More »
Budget 2015: Driverless cars investment is step in right direction, says Deloitte
In the Budget, the Chancellor said the funds will be invested into the Research and Development of Intelligent Mobility, which will focus on enhancing the development … Read More »
Budget 2015: Government pledges £100m for driverless cars
The funds will be invested into the Research and Development of Intelligent Mobility, which will focus on enhancing the development of driverless car technology and the … Read More »
Budget 2015: BiK rates to rise 3% but ULEVs to get special dispensation
In the Budget statement, Mr Osborne said: “To encourage a new generation of low emission vehicles we will increase their company car tax more slowly than … Read More »
Budget 2015: Fuel duty frozen
The Chancellor said this equates to the longest duty freeze in over 20 years and saves a family around £10 every time they fill up their … Read More »
Auto Windscreens adds to senior management team
Effective from 2 March, Marc Lafferty has joined as sales director, swiftly followed by Phil Kemp who commenced his role as operations director on 16 March. … Read More »
Budget 2015: RAC calls for freeze on fuel duty until 2016
The organisation says that without such a freeze motorists will see the first automatic increase in fuel duty for four years this September, while a decision … Read More »
New Kia Sorento goes on sale priced from £28,795
Only available with seven seats in the UK, the new model brings increased interior and boot space along with enhanced practicality and new technologies. The third-generation … Read More »
IAM & Lightfoot team up for fleet driver behaviour solution
The IAM Lightfoot package is based on a bespoke one-to-one IAM Drive & Survive coaching session for every driver to identify and address any potential weaknesses … Read More »
SMMT to put spotlight on connected cars at March event
SMMTConnected, taking place at the QEII Conference Centre, London, on Thursday 26 March, will see industry experts discuss the vast opportunities and challenges presented to the … Read More »
Budget 2015: UKPLG calls for fuel parity
The organisation says that a longer-term move to maintain lower fuel duty for LPG Autogas will help to support the UK’s ongoing air quality targets and … Read More »
Glass's comments on RV impact of Chrysler's withdrawal from UK
As reported by Autocar and Auto Express, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has said it is to pull its struggling Chrysler brand from the UK from 2017 in … Read More »
New Zenith appointments to focus on mid-corporate sector
Both are focused on developing new business relationships within the mid-corporate sector, providing services to UK business for cars and LCVs, as well as salary sacrifice … Read More »
Taxiarchis Konstantopoulos appointed new managing director of Autoglass
Konstantopoulos first joined the Belron Group in 2006 as general manager of the vehicle glass specialist in Greece, where he and his team tripled the size … Read More »
Latest TomTom WEBFLEET OptiDrive includes real-time driving advice
The latest changes follow the introduction of direct feedback to professional drivers, using the TomTom Driver Terminals. The feedback on drive style, including harsh braking, speeding … Read More »
