Natalie Middleton
New eConsent paperless licence checking service to bring multiple benefits, says Driving Monitor
Kevin Curtis, managing director of Driving Monitor, explained: “Our new eConsent system is called ePass (Electronic Permit and Safety System) and connects the driver consent with the new … Read More »
Diesel ‘demonisation’ is grey area, says Emissions Analytics
The SMMT campaign, launched last week, is intended to increase consumer awareness of modern diesel engines and follows what the SMMT said was 'widespread confusion' about … Read More »
Chevin implements new fleet software implementations team
The four-strong unit is being headed up by Steve De Launay who is joined by Lisa Simpkins, technical trainer; and Rizwan Bashara and Scott Earley, both … Read More »
Renault Captur gains higher-powered diesel
The 1.5-litre dCi 110 unit produces 108bhp and 192lb.ft of torque, an increase of 20bhp and 30lb.ft over the dCi 90 unit, yet still offers up … Read More »
New recruits join Marshall Leasing
The new recruits include Julie Irons, who joins as Richard Baird’s New Business Development Team as manager and will be working alongside Baird to grow the … Read More »
ULEVs line up for Silverstone Fleet Show
The timing is extremely relevant this year as new tax rules governing ULEVS take effect from April. For example, the threshold governing 100% capital allowances on … Read More »
55% of young business drivers fear being replaced by driverless cars
The fleet telematics specialist surveyed 2,000 UK employees who drive as part of their job, to find out their attitudes towards driverless cars and the effect … Read More »
Outlander PHEV to deliver significant savings for signs & graphics specialist
Launched in the UK last year, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has an electric range of 32½ miles, emits just 44g of CO2 per kilometre, and boasts … Read More »
Avis adds Yaris Hybrid to London rental fleet
The first of the new additions to Avis’s vehicle fleet will initially be available at major gateway locations – Heathrow and Stansted airports – and in … Read More »
Ogilvie Fleet accelerates expansion plans with HSBC funding
Ranked as one of the largest funding arrangements of its kind to a Scottish-based business in recent years, it will enable Ogilvie Fleet to potentially almost … Read More »
Tusker continues campaign on behalf of teachers
Although salary sacrifice for cars is one of the fastest growing employee benefits in the UK right now, teaching is the only profession that is unfairly … Read More »
DfT to close English road safety comparison website
It added that the equivalent information is now widely available online from several other sources – meaning it provides low value for taxpayers. The ‘English road … Read More »
UK road fuel tax highest in EU, warns AA
With the Budget due on Wednesday and fuel duty frozen until after the election, the AA challenges all political parties to commit in their election manifestos … Read More »
Fleet Evolution to launch full-time fleet management service at Silverstone Fleet Show
Fleet Evolution is one of a number of fleet specialist firms exhibiting at the Fleet World Fleet Show on 12 May at Silverstone where it will … Read More »
Experteye announces 2015 awards winners
This year's award winners are: Fleeteye CSi Award – for the leasing provider offering the best service to its customers (fleet size up to 250) Winner: … Read More »
Voters say potholes are number one transport priority for next government
A total of 2,040 adults (aged 18 and over) were asked to choose from a list of options what they see as the top two or … Read More »
Fleets to further ramp up use of short-term hire
Almost two in five fleet decision makers (38%) say that they have spent more on rental in 2014, while a similar figure (41%) expect to do … Read More »
BCA reaches one million vehicle milestone
The company attributed the success to a blend of growth in all markets, an expanding geographic footprint and investment in digital channels, innovative services and customer … Read More »
GreenRoad reports 33% increase in UK drivers awarded Fleet Elite Status
The company, a leading provider of driver-focused fleet performance management solutions, added that the percentage of drivers with perfect GreenRoad Safety Scores grew even more rapidly, … Read More »
Nev Pooley joins Applied Driving Techniques as head of training & development
The company, a leading provider of fleet compliance and risk management solutions, said the new management role will enable it to further develop its team of … Read More »
Highways England to take over motorways and major A roads from 1 April
The change comes as the Government outlines its previously announced road investment strategy for the 2015 to 2020 period in a new document outlining how it will … Read More »
Former epyx director joins RAC to lead drive for growth in B2B
Wallace brings a wealth of industry experience to the role and will be responsible for leading the development of the core business-to-business (B2B) customer base, and … Read More »
Motorist racks up 40 penalty points without ever having a licence
The information was uncovered by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) after it submitted a Freedom of Information request to the DVLA for the top 20 … Read More »
Driver Hire to focus on counterpart countdown at Silverstone Fleet Show
The company, a leading specialist transport and logistics recruiter, will be using the Fleet World Fleet Show to promote its highly successful recruitment service, which also … Read More »
City Auction Group brands second Rockingham event a huge success
City Auction Group’s data shows that the city and small vehicle segments performed well at auction this month, with the Mazda 3 hatchback achieving the highest … Read More »
Vince Cable opens new VWFS head office
The new premises have been opened following an investment of £36m and are intended to facilitate the company’s growth strategy for the next 20 years. The … Read More »
Demand for ex-fleet used vehicles to stay strong for H1, says CD Fleet Services
That’s according to Andy Brown, managing director of CD Fleet Services, who says that professional trade buyers are back in the market and, while still cautious … Read More »
BBS Fleet Logistics streamlines delivery and collection process for fleets
The company, part of IFC Fleet Services Group, specialises in the in-life handling of fleet vehicles, and facilitating and managing the ‘re-home’ process between vehicle users … Read More »
Fleet Assist expands service outlet network
The company provides its leasing company clients, which collectively operate some 700,000 vehicles, with a nationwide network of audited service outlets delivering service, maintenance and repair … Read More »
LeasePlan shareholders explore sale
In a statement, the company said: “LeasePlan emphasises that the discussions are still in progress and may or may not result in an agreement. LeasePlan will … Read More »
