Natalie Middleton
Road death prosecutors making widespread failings, finds new report
The joint report, published today by the Crown Prosecution Service Inspectorate (HMCPSI) and Inspectorate of Constabulary (HMIC), found the quality of CPS decision-making was good in … Read More »
New conversion network makes switch to LPG easier
The company said the new Autogas-approved conversion scheme provides drivers with a dedicated branded experience where they can expect to receive the highest levels of service … Read More »
City Auction Group to hold inaugural action at Rockingham
The firm will be offering over 450 corporate vehicles from 25 corporate vendors featuring dedicated sections from Lex Autolease, Semalease, Peugeot & Citroen Financial Services, Avis … Read More »
New Hyundai Tucscon to replace ix35
Set to be debuted at next month’s Geneva Motor Show, the new model (see teaser video here) marks a return to the Tuscon name, which was … Read More »
BMW Group addresses possible car hacking issue
The new patch increases data security and has been made in response to a report from the motorist’s association, which had identified a potential security gap … Read More »
Controversy over diesel emissions drives up fuel additive sales
The episode of Dispatches entitled ‘The Great Car Con’ was aired on Monday 26 January and called the reliability of performance and pollution figures provided by … Read More »
IFC Fleet Services Group launches new customer service qualification
The new initiative is part of an EU-backed training scheme called “Skills Support for the Workforce”, and awards staff who successfully complete the course with a … Read More »
Kia to debut facelifted Picanto at Geneva
For 2015, the revised three and five-door models gain updated front and rear bumpers along with a revised front grille, new 14-inch alloys and an optional … Read More »
GreenRoad expands UK presence with new Leeds office
The new branch office is located at 26 Whitehall Road in Leeds and joins the firm’s existing offices in London and headquarters in the United States. … Read More »
Volkswagen launches new R-Line trim for Golf
For a £995 price increase over the GT, the new trim adds rear spoiler, side skirts and radiator grille, bespoke air intakes, R-Line front bumpers and fog … Read More »
Deadline approaching for local authorities to bid for share of £35m ULEV scheme
Up to four cities with the best proposals stand to get a share of the money from the Go Ultra Low City Scheme, which was announced … Read More »
Thatcham invites fleets to attend event on AEB & advanced driver systems
Whilst UK road casualties continue to decline, several crash types still occur all too frequently on our roads, particularly those involving driver error or distraction which … Read More »
Mayor of London calls on firms & drivers to help with new air quality campaign
The campaign will see businesses participate in pollution-tackling seminars whilst drivers will be asked to switch their engines off when their cars are parked or stationary … Read More »
White now UK’s favourite new car colour
Figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that almost a quarter of new cars registered in 2014 were white, the highest … Read More »
Hyundai Genesis saloon to go on sale priced from £47,995 OTR
Only limited numbers will be available of the new Genesis, with the brand saying it offers ‘offers a unique opportunity to own the most refined and … Read More »
Newly rebranded Autogas website includes fleet case studies
In addition, the company has also launched a brand-new website that provides motorists with a wealth of information about the cost-saving, health and environmental advantages of … Read More »
Licence checking demand to increase with paper counterpart abolition, says Jaama
Abolition of the paper counterpart to the photocard driving licence had been expected at the turn of the year, but the DVLA has now delayed the … Read More »
64.2mpg VW Golf GTD Estate to debut at Geneva
Like the Golf GTD, the estate features the 181bhp 2.0-litre TDI engine, giving a 0 to 62mph time of 7.9 seconds along with a combined fuel … Read More »
New car pool scheme to save Aylesbury Vale District Council £100k a year
Under the scheme, nine low-emission vehicles – including two EVs – have been provided by Enterprise Rent-A-Car and are now being used by staff travelling on … Read More »
Fleet Alliance to target mid-corporate sector in 2015 following another record year
Boosted by growth in both the SME and mid-corporate sectors of the market, the vehicle funding and fleet management specialist had a record fleet size of … Read More »
UK’s drivers to save over £5bn a year from lower fuel prices
The firm has conducted an analysis of the savings which will be made by UK consumers as a result of lower prices at the fuel pumps … Read More »
BVRLA & Hill Dickinson team up for counter fraud initiative in rental sector
Findings will be used to drive a collaborative, industry-led strategic solution to manage future risk and support the detection and prevention of fraudulent claims. The initiative … Read More »
Hudson Kapel expands Scratch & Dent facility to accommodate increased fleet business
Available on vehicles up to two or three years old, the service provides a totally transparent approach to the business of remarketing, together with the expert … Read More »
One in five car occupants still not wearing a seat belt
The first seat belt law came into force in January 1965, which saw all new cars in the UK required to have seat belt anchorage points … Read More »
Simon Oldfield to move to Vauxhall as sales and marketing director
Oldfield joins Vauxhall from Mercedes Benz where he has held a number of senior positions, most recently as managing director customer services. Previous roles have included … Read More »
Ian Tillbrook becomes interim fleet director at Volkswagen Financial Services
Tillbrook is the former managing director of Glass’s and brings extensive experience of the vehicle leasing sector, previously as managing director of ING Car Lease, integration … Read More »
Fleets continue to drive down average emissions, reports Arval
The vehicle leasing and fleet management specialist said the average CO2 of cars delivered to customers in 2014 was 114.4g/km, which is also a favourable result … Read More »
Peugeot appointed to blue light framework with top marks
CCS is the official framework which all Government departments must use to procure vehicles. The four categories where Peugeot was awarded cover cars, light commercial vehicles, … Read More »
VW restructures fleet team to boost contract hire business
Under the changes, which are intended to continue the brand’s growth in key sales channels and further improve the support it offers to leasing companies and … Read More »
Drivers call for tighter drink drive limits & more severe punishments
A poll conducted for car leasing firm Flexed.co.uk found that many drivers want to see the current limit in England of 35 micrograms of alcohol for … Read More »
