Natalie Middleton
Infiniti adds 2.2-litre diesel to updated Q70 range
Specifically launched for the European market, the new 2.2-litre turbo-diesel four-cylinder is the same unit as in the Q50 and offers 167PS and 400Nm of torque … Read More »
Mercedes GLA gets only five-star result in latest Euro NCAP tests
The tests saw the Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class gain Euro NCAP’s maximum award of five stars. The model scored 96% for adult occupant protection, 88% for child occupant, … Read More »
Fiat Group appoints new fleet & used car director
Bringing over 20 years’ in the automotive industry, including roles at Nissan Europe and Impetus Automotive, Francis takes over responsibility for developing fleet business and sales … Read More »
Free EST EV roadshows for Scottish fleets start this week
The events kick off with a roadshow at West Lothian College on 4th September where speakers will provide information about support available locally, including funding and … Read More »
Alphabet to run carbon offset scheme with First Climate
The international partnership with First Climate – a global leader in carbon offsetting and water services –provides companies with an effective and hassle-free way of lowering … Read More »
Fleet firms sign up to Fleetondemand
CBVC Vehicle Management, Motiva Group and Total Motion Fleet Management have all signed up as rental operator clients, following their reviews of the marketplace for rental management systems. Nigel Hope, operations … Read More »
Ford Focus to retain sub £14k entry price
Prices for the new Ford Focus, in dealerships from November, will start from £13,995; the same as today’s Focus, with a £100 reduction for the top … Read More »
Quindell to buy RAC stake in black box venture
Earlier this year the two organisations announced a joint investment in a new company, Connected Car Solutions, that would distribute Quindell and RAC's combined connected car … Read More »
AEB is ‘most important safety innovation in over 30 years’
The motor insurance research centre investigated the potential impact of autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and found that thousands of accidents could be prevented or the effect … Read More »
Chevin launches flexible fleet replacement cycle tool
Created as part of the company’s FleetWave fleet management software, it tracks individual vehicle age and mileage but can also include additional attributes such as fuel … Read More »
Fleets to be shown LPG benefits at Cenex LCV
Taking place at Millbrook on 10th and 11th September, the event will see LPG autogas offer attendees the chance to get behind the wheel of its … Read More »
Kia unveils new Sorento
Unveiled in Korea, the third-generation model is built on a new platform that brings increased length (+95 mm to 4,780 mm), reduced height (down 15mm to … Read More »
RoSPA teams up with Transport Scotland for guide on preventing road casualties
Dubbed “Road safety: A Guide for Local Councillors in Scotland”, the publication is also aimed at anyone looking to reduce road casualties and comes as road … Read More »
Fleet Alliance relocates in line with expansion plans
The vehicle funding and fleet management specialist says it's on track for a fourth successive record year in terms of fleet size, revenue and profitability after … Read More »
Tusker to help fleets cut CO2 under new green initiatives
The contract hire and salary sacrifice provider is launching the initiatives – which include advice on ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEV) and enhancements to its carbon offsetting … Read More »
Autobar fleet deal marks Prohire’s largest-ever contract win
The contract, which marks Prohire’s biggest-ever contract win, sees the firm appointed as Autobar’s exclusive fleet management provider for the next four years covering contract hire, … Read More »
Office of Tax Simplification issues reminder on BiK consultation
The Office of Tax Simplification has issued a reminder of its launch of a a package of four related consultations on employee Benefits in Kind and … Read More »
60% of drivers confess to using hand-held mobiles
An anonymous poll of drivers carried out on behalf of British car leasing firm Flexed.co.uk found: 60% of all road users would answer the phone or … Read More »
Business registrations hold top spot, highlights Glass’s
July’s registration figures from the SMMT revealed that the market split 44%, 51% and 5% between Private, Fleet and Business sectors respectively. According the SMMT, Business … Read More »
84% of people think more drivers need post-accident training
Of the 2,198 respondents, 50% said they would like to participate in such training themselves, and 34% were interested in finding out more. The majority of … Read More »
Brake calls for compulsory regular eyesight tests for drivers
The road safety charity says a survey by Specsavers and RSA Insurance Group shows why government action is needed, with a quarter (25%) of drivers admitting they … Read More »
UK car manufacturing industry reaches major milestone in July
The increase comes on the back of total production of 132,570 cars in July – a rise of 2.8% – as 2014's steady growth continues. ‘The … Read More »
ARI strengthens national garage network with key appointment
The ARI Masterserve Network comprises more than 500 independent outlets that are accredited and continuously monitored by the business. Peter Janes has been appointed to lead … Read More »
Electric vehicles set for 2014 MPG Marathon
Pure electric vehicles are taking part alongside range extenders and plug-in hybrids for the first time in the famous eco-driving extravaganza, which is again being sponsored … Read More »
Infiniti releases teaser pic of new concept car
Few details have been released other than the shot of the grille, with the brand commenting that the concept will offer ‘style and substance that push … Read More »
TRL signs four-year contract for Leasedrive’s mycar salary sacrifice scheme
Under the mycar initiative, employees sacrifice some of their salary in exchange for a brand new vehicle that is fully serviced and maintained. The employee saves … Read More »
Increased business confidence to boost fleet investment in company vehicles
The latest version of the twice-yearly report surveyed 1,500 businesses found that half of all management teams plan to raise money before the end of the … Read More »
Energy Saving Trust to hold fleet webinar on plug-in vehicles
Taking place on Thursday 28th August, from 1.30pm to 2.15pm, the event will be held by specialists Ian Featherstone and Fergus Worthy from the EST. The … Read More »
RoadHawk targets fleets with new multi-camera black box recorder
Offering all the features and benefits of the firm’s forward-facing black box cameras, the RoadHawk E10 multi-camera system (see video here) also offers up to 360-degree internal … Read More »
Fleet software to offer increasing specialism, reports Chevin
According to David Gladding, sales director, the trend is developing partially in response to the sheer size and scope of some systems currently available.
