Natalie Middleton
12 UK cities make shortlist to become first ‘Go Ultra Low Cities’
The winners will be chosen for their proposals on innovative new initiatives to encourage ULEV uptake and will become the UK’s first ‘Go Ultra Low Cities’. … Read More »
Over 100 plug-in cars & vans to join government vehicle fleet
In total 140 ultra low-emission models will be deployed by 15 government departments and agencies, including the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, Ministry of Defence and the … Read More »
Fleet Hire gears up for growth with multi-million pound funding
Founded in 2001, Fleet Hire Ltd has headquarters in Solihull and Milton Keynes and operates throughout the UK. The company has a staff of 65 and … Read More »
Tusker adds 100th car to StopGap scheme
The scheme was first launched in 2012 to help deal with long vehicle lead times out of Tusker’s control. Since then the company has had to … Read More »
Full pricing & spec announced for new Skoda Superb
Priced from £18,640 – £50 less than the current entry-level model – the new Superb goes on sale later this year and brings its widest range … Read More »
62% of fleet drivers would welcome autonomous company car, finds Venson
Results from the latest survey by Venson Automotive Solutions suggest drivers would welcome driverless cars as an option, with 62% of respondents saying they be happy … Read More »
LICENCECHECK to launch RealTime licence checking software for fleets
The new service uses the DVLA’s latest new technology and services and is said to deliver both time and administrative overhead savings. The software is currently … Read More »
ACFO urges all car park operators to adopt 10-minute grace period
The organisation is also reminding fleet decision-makers, company car and van drivers and employees who drive their own cars on business, that there has been no … Read More »
Use fleet software to implement new drug-driving policies, says Chevin
It is now an offence to drive with certain controlled drugs above a specified level in your blood, just as it is with drink driving. Penalties … Read More »
New ATS Euromaster e-booking service offers fleets scheduled appointments
The system has been designed to make it as easy as possible for customers with vans or cars to have tyres replaced, batteries and wheel alignments … Read More »
Fleet Alliance rated top for customer service
The fleet funding and management specialist topped the category which recognises service to fleet operators with up to 250 vehicles. The award was presented to managing … Read More »
Volvo scoops Experteye fleet award
The awards are a result of a bi-annual survey conducted by Experteye and is seen as a key industry indicator by both the manufacturer and contract … Read More »
Ogilvie scoops top industry award for fifth year running
The company, which operates a fleet approaching 12,000 company cars and vans, was recognised for its customer innovation, with a special accolade at the 2015 awards … Read More »
One in five managers report increase in fleet administration work
The figures come from the latest quarterly Company Car Trends research from GE Capital, Fleet Services, which found that one in five managers reported an increase … Read More »
MileageCount to offer FREE tickets to Goodwood Festival of Speed at Silverstone Fleet Show
Three lucky visitors to the MileageCount stand at the Fleet Show on 12 May at Silverstone will each win a pair of tickets to the world’s … Read More »
BVRLA recognises three more Industry Heroes
Rob Allen of Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicle Solutions, Rick Barker from SHB and Marlene Stevenson of Arnold Clark picked up their awards in front of 900 … Read More »
New ETSC report makes strong case for safety technologies, says Thatcham
The new analysis of developments in motorway safety by the European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) shows that, despite recent progress, around 1900 were killed on motorways … Read More »
Thrifty takes top spot in inaugural Nexus supplier awards
Thrifty Car & Van Rental scooped two awards at the ceremony, being named Best Overall Supplier as well as winning the award for Best Contribution to … Read More »
Budget to offer car hire at two London Tesco stores
Budget has launched in four Tesco locations so far – Harlow (Essex), Haverhill (Suffolk), Wembley (London) and Hodge Hill (Birmingham). Two new hubs are now scheduled … Read More »
Road Conditions in England Report brings mixed bag of results
The report finds that in 2013/14, local authorities (LAs) reported that 4% of the principal ‘A’ road network in England should have been considered for maintenance, … Read More »
DfT urged to take action on telematics & driverless cars
A new report from the Transport Select Committee says that new automotive technologies could unblock congested highways, deliver a step change in road safety and provide … Read More »
Drivers to get 10-minute leeway on council car parks
The move is one of a raft of measures announced yesterday and due to come into effect in the next month to help local shops. Other … Read More »
Alphabet partners with Licence Bureau
Alphabet will be using Licence Bureau’s online Compliance Managed Services (CMS) portal, giving access to a wide range of compliance and licence checking tools. Licence Bureau’s … Read More »
New Kwik Fit Plus centres help drive demand for fleet mechanical work
Kwik Fit has reported fast-rising fleet demand for its range of mechanical services thanks to the launch of its Kwik Fit Plus centres plus increased awareness … Read More »
Fleet Assist provides franchised BMW centres with insight into fleet issues
The Cambridgeshire-based company is a leading supply chain management specialist for the UK fleet and leasing industry and provides its contract hire and leasing company clients … Read More »
Fleet & lease values reach highest monthly record, reports BCA
The latest Pulse report shows that fleet & lease cars averaged £9,673 in February, a rise of £195 (2.0%) compared to January and the highest monthly … Read More »
Use telematics data more effectively to cut accidents, fleets urged
The call comes from training provider Diverse Road Safety (DRS), which says that lots of fleets have invested in telematics but many don't use the information … Read More »
New RAC garage comparison website
The service is launched as the research by the RAC finds that almost two thirds (60%) of motorists say they have had a bad experience when … Read More »
Fleet buyers help drive 12% rise in new car registrations
Newly released figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that the UK new car market grew in February for the 36th consecutive … Read More »
New Michelin CrossClimate tyres are ‘game-changer’ for fleets, says ATS
The firm – part of the Michelin Group – says the new tyres will be ideally suited to the UK fleet sector, where unexpected weather changes … Read More »
