Natalie Middleton
TMC advises fleet fuel claims review as HMRC announces latest AFR changes
The fuel and mileage cost management specialists at the Miles Consultancy (TMC) have said that fleets may gain slightly from using real-world costs to calculate mileage … Read More »
Weather and stock keep used car market in stable, reports CDL VIPDATA
Gavin Amos, head of valuation services, said: ‘The recent bout of snow should have caused the phones to start ringing at any dealership with a stock … Read More »
Analyse fleet rental needs to manage suppliers more effectively, says Enterprise Rent-A-Car
The rental giant notes that many businesses now are turning to rental as an alternative to pool cars and grey fleet mileage reimbursement as well as … Read More »
Gunnebo turns to Masternaut to reduce critical response times
The company’s portfolio of physical security equipment is all preventatively and reactively serviced and maintained by a mobile workforce. These engineers are on call 24/7, and … Read More »
EST calls for applications for latest Plugged-In Fleets initiative
The initiative, funded by the Office for Low Emission Vehicles, follows the successful completion of the original Plugged-in Fleets Initiative (PIFI), which demonstrated how 20 of … Read More »
CAP reinforces manufacturing sector focus with new key sales appointment
The appointment is part of CAP’s on-going strategic investment in the development of OEM-specific data, insight and decision-support tools, which h as seen the scope of … Read More »
Chevrolet among first car brands to offer Siri eyes free integration
Siri Eyes Free can be used by iPhone users to perform a number of tasks while they safely keep their eyes on the road and their … Read More »
Kwik-Fit restructures to focus on outright-purchase fleets
The company says that outright-purchase fleets have always been a key target market but its increased focus on the light commercial vehicle sector has highlighted major … Read More »
Tim Laver appointed to ALD board
Mel Dawson, managing director of ALD Automotive, said: ‘Tim has played an important role in the development and financial success of our business. This move ensures … Read More »
Tusker updates driver site for salary sacrifice drivers
The new driver site updates the previous site that Tusker offered and includes new features that will help employees choose a car that most accurately meets … Read More »
Geneva News: New Ford EcoSport SUV to focus on connected technologies
The EcoSport will be the second SUV to be launched in Ford’s expanding European range when it goes on sale at the end of this year, … Read More »
Toyota to ramp up focus on business customers
Speaking at the European launch of the fourth-generation RAV4, Toyota GB president and managing director Jon Williams said: ‘The new Auris was the first car launched … Read More »
Vauxhall Ampera put to test in EV first for ambulance service
The trial forms part of the ambulance service's commitment to reducing its carbon emissions and will see it run the Ampera extended-range EV as a rapid … Read More »
Honda UK appoints Phil Crossman as new MD
Crossman joined Honda UK in 2000 as a regional manager from Nissan Motor GB where he was one of the founding business team. For the past … Read More »
Geneva News: Plug-in hybrid Audi A3 e-tron delivers 188mpg and 35g/km
The carmaker claims efficiency figures of 188mpg and CO2 emissions of 35g/km for the petrol/electric hybrid drivetrain according to the ECE standard for plug-in hybrid cars. … Read More »
Prestige Fleet Servicing announces growth plans and double awards win
The company scooped both the SMR Supplier of the Year and Overall Supplier of the Year awards, which were presented to Prestige by David Brennan, managing … Read More »
Geneva News: Fleets to get glimpse of new Citroen C3
The model, which goes on sale from April this year, features a subtle makeover, with new brand chevrons and bumper-mounted LED daytime running lights at the … Read More »
Kao Group aligns fleet car policy in major JCT600 Audi deal
‘This deal is a marriage made in heaven. It’s fantastic to bring together three prestige brands which have so much synergy,’ commented Mike Papworth, group Audi … Read More »
OFT fines Mercedes and three dealers for infringing competition law
The OFT said the announcement covered three separate admitted infringements of competition law covering market sharing, price coordination or exchange of commercially sensitive information in relation … Read More »
Last chance for fleets to claim hybrid van grants, warns Ashwoods
The Department for Transport’s Low Carbon Vehicle Procurement Programme (LCVPP) is offering public sector organisations a subsidy of £3,430 per vehicle in a move to help … Read More »
Trials and errors
LH Tell me about the Bracknell Forest Council fleet. DJ The fleet is currently just over 50 vehicles, which are mostly commercial and passenger-carrying vehicles along … Read More »
Front-line public services warned of fleet Type Approval timebomb
Front-line public services warned of fleet Type Approval timebomb Although the introduction of the Van Enhancement Scheme has removed the requirement for UK-based van manufacturers and … Read More »
Allianz Global Assistance selects VW Transporter for roadside assistance fleet
Fuel efficiency, value for money and payload capacity were essential vehicle criteria for Allianz Global Assistance, and every Transporter has been converted to enable its technicians … Read More »
LeasePlan shows commitment to fleet customers with first-ever Network website
LeasePlan shows commitment to fleet customers with first-ever Network website The www.networkvehicles.com site was launched at its annual conference, which took place this month at Whittlebury … Read More »
Nissan Qashqai 1.6-litre selected for fleet eco credentials
The company has taken delivery of 21 models based on key purchase decisions including its low CO2, Stop/Start technology and strong fuel economy, which help the … Read More »
VW to push ahead with plug-in hybrid SUVs for Europe
The CrossBlue has now been cleared for production to provide a vital missing link in VW's American line-up, but is not targeted at any other parts … Read More »
Geneva News: Vauxhall stand to see four world premieres
The latter is marketed as ‘an outstanding full-size, four seat convertible with premium qualities and technologies at an affordable, mainstream price’. Engines include a 1.4-litre (138bhp) … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show seminars designed to keep fleets in touch
This year’s seminar programme, held in the state-of-the-art Silverstone Wing conference centre and sponsored by ARI Fleet UK, will provide up-to-date information on the latest technology … Read More »
December is safest month to be on road, reports GreenRoad
The company’s 2012 Fleet Driver Performance Data Benchmark Report is based on data representing over 70,000 GreenRoad drivers worldwide and offers a snapshot of performance with … Read More »
Integral UK signs major fleet sole supply deal with GE Capital
Integral UK Ltd is one of the largest independent providers of property maintenance services in the UK and has over 1,600 clients in 40,000 locations. The … Read More »
