Natalie Middleton
Automotive Leasing & EST Scotland to promote EVs
Under the partnership, EST Scotland and Automotive Leasing will distribute information to fleet operators in the public and private sectors about LeasePlan Group’s “Take A Leaf Out … Read More »
Infiniti reveals Q60 Concept
Featuring a 2+2 coupe seating layout that’s said to bring more leg room for rear passengers thanks to the use of genuine sports seats, the concept … Read More »
Mitsubishi introduces five-year warranty across range
The new warranty is effective from 1st January 2015 on all new cars and commercial vehicles and comes in addition to the MAP (Mitsubishi Assistance Package) … Read More »
2015 Mazda CX-5 gains upgraded equipment
The 2015 CX-5 is available in three grades; SE-L, SE-L Lux and Sport Nav. The range comprises three 2.0-litre petrol two-wheel drive variants equipped with six-speed … Read More »
Role of mobility managers to rise to the forefront
Martin Quail, chief commercial officer, Alphabet, said: 'As businesses’ corporate travel requirements get increasingly complex, the pace of technological changes gets even quicker and the lines … Read More »
Hydrogen fuel cell cars to become viable option for UK fleets
Richard Schooling, CEO, Alphabet, said: 'If there’s one thing we’re certain to see this year it’s an increase in alternative fuel vehicles in the UK, as … Read More »
Non-payment of new Dart Charge is twice expected level
Whereas an impact assessment of the new scheme had predicted a 7% failure-to-pay rate, non payment has run at 15% so far. That works out at … Read More »
Mitsubishi launches latest Motability offers for New Year
Mitsubishi has unveiled its latest offers for Motability drivers including nil advance payment on some models. The Outlander PHEV – the world’s first plug-in hybrid SUV … Read More »
LeasePlan end-of-year round-up
‘2014 has been another strong year for LeasePlan and I’m pleased with the performance we have delivered in my first six months as Managing Director. We’ve … Read More »
EST publishes fuel card best practice guide
The guide outlines the areas of fleet operation that can benefit from the implementation of fuel cards, including: • Reducing the cost of fuel purchases • … Read More »
EST to run free webinar on fleet data
The free webinar will be presented by Ian Featherstone and Fergus Worthy from the Energy Saving Trust and will look at three of the most common … Read More »
Regus Express opens workplace at Norton Canes services
The Express location offers drivers a convenient place to stop off and work, for a few minutes or a few hours, in a professional environment rather … Read More »
CAP foresees faster car depreciation in 2015
The firm said that with forecast accuracy as close as 0.6% for the fleet flagship lower medium sector, it is confident that Gold Book represents the most … Read More »
BVRLA has concerns over new local roads funding system
Outlined yesterday, the Fund will allow Councils and local highway authorities (outside of London) across England to apply for funding to carry out major maintenance projects … Read More »
Sgfleet salary sacrifice scheme sees strong take-up in first year
The Novalease scheme, first made popular in Australia, is a unique leasing agreement that enables an employee to take their company car with them when they … Read More »
ALD Automotive's ProFleet2 Telematics recovers £3m of vehicles
The tool, which has already been installed in over 40,000 units to date in the UK, is primarily intended to provide vital telematics data to companies … Read More »
Extra space at Silverstone Fleet Show going fast!
Next year’s Show on 12 May at the world-famous Grand Prix circuit and exhibition centre sold out last week, prompting organizers to create an additional mezzanine … Read More »
RAC predicts even spread of traffic for Christmas week
More than 12 million cars will be taking to the roads this Christmas, but with bank holidays falling on weekdays this year, traffic should be fairly … Read More »
What Car? Car of the Year Award 2015 shortlist revealed
This year’s event takes place on January 7, 2015 at the Grosvenor House, Park Lane, London and will see 16 awards across separate categories, as chosen … Read More »
JCT600 appoints Volkswagen fleet sales manager
Ishaq brings extensive experience of managing contract hire accounts in the private sector, maximising sales and promoting value added products, as well as developing salary sacrifice … Read More »
Government urged to get basic road network in shape for driverless car trials
‘It is not clear if the Government’s motive is driven by economics or safety,’ says George Lee, national director of the RSMA. ‘If the former, we … Read More »
74% of drivers support lower drink drive limit
The research follows the introduction of Scotland’s lower drink drive limit earlier this month and shows a clear appetite for the rest of the UK to … Read More »
Europcar ends links with National and Alamo brands in UK
In a statement issued yesterday (17 December), Europcar said that it is to focus its business exclusively on its two core brands: Europcar and its low-cost, … Read More »
RAC optimistic that petrol prices could fall below £1 a litre
So says the RAC, explaining that the price of Brent crude has fallen below the $60 a barrel mark for the first time since early July … Read More »
Fleet Alliance adds Nissan LEAF to fleet as part of new eco initiatives
The company has already seen huge success in reducing carbon emissions over the last six years, during which time it has helped clients cut an estimated … Read More »
UK car manufacturing remains flat YtD
The data shows that UK car output fell 0.2% in November, with 137,347 cars produced – down 277. Year-to-date output saw a drop of 0.3% at … Read More »
Clean Fleets targets public sector fleets with new guide and Life-Cycle Cost tool
Launched in 2012, the Clean Fleets project supports public authorities and transport operators with the implementation maximising the potential of the requirements outlined in the Clean … Read More »
AMT Group hires Paul Russell as general manger of specialist cars
AMT Specialist Cars operates as an independent used specialist car dealer, sourcing, selling and financing sports and prestige vehicles for business and private customers. Paul Russell … Read More »
Jaama strengthens development team
Perry brings almost a decade of experience in the IT industry and joins Jaama’s software development team as it continues to expand the breadth of functionality … Read More »
EV Fleet World editor recognised for work in promoting ULEVs
The awards recognise the most outstanding motoring journalists and photographers in the business. The year’s accolades were presented at the Guild’s Annual Dinner and Awards at the … Read More »
