Natalie Middleton
Only 27% of fleets perform regular maintenance checks
The firm’s data indicates that 58% of fleets tend to rely on their annual or recommended service to identify maintenance problems and a further one in … Read More »
HgCapital completes acquisition of Zenith
The deal sees private equity firm HgCapital acquire a majority stake in Leeds-based Zenith Vehicle Contracts from Morgan Stanley Global Private Equity (MSPE). The acquisition comes … Read More »
New 99g/km Qashqai to offer major reduction in fleet costs
Whilst the new model offer key elements including a new, more spacious cabin design, higher-quality materials and greater practicality, a core focus for fleets will be … Read More »
OVL Group plans to triple managed fleet in next decade
The national company specialises in business, personal leasing and contract hire for cars, vans and light commercial vehicles, with its customer portfolio including blue chip companies, … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show 2014: Selsia to provide first-hand guidance on cutting repair costs
National managed bodyshop network Selsia is one of a number of leading fleet suppliers exhibiting in the state-of-the-art Silverstone wing at the Fleet World Fleet Show. … Read More »
UK ranked 6th for worst traffic in Europe
The new report from traffic information and driver services provider INRIX shows traffic congestion in Europe rose in 2013 for the first time in two years. … Read More »
Motiva says first EV deal is shape of things to come
The fleet solutions firm has completed a contract for a BMW i3 with a North Staffordshire-based catering firm. Dominic Bowers, managing director of Delicious, has implemented … Read More »
TfL announces radical improvements for Capital’s roads in £4bn programme
The plans include major changes for the Elephant & Castle, the IMAX roundabout and including Brent Cross and Barking Riverside, and have been unveiled today (4th … Read More »
Death by dangerous driving offences up by 38%
The organisation has highlighted that police recorded crime figures for the offence in the 12 months to September 2013 have increased by a disturbing 38% to … Read More »
Geneva Motor Show: Ferrari, Mercedes & Volvo debut new Apple CarPlay
The system has been designed to provide hands-free interaction with the iPhone and is being debuted at Geneva on vehicles from Ferrari, Mercedes-Benz and Volvo. Meanwhile … Read More »
Peugeot 308 scoops Car of the Year 2014 title
Last bestowed with the award in 2002 in its 307 guise, the 308 received 307 points from the 58 jury members, gaining top points from 22 … Read More »
Ukraine unrest to cause fuel price hike, warns RAC
The organisation says that fuel traders have already begun to buy up stocks to guard against being caught out in the event of the situation worsening, … Read More »
Compelling whole-life costs to drive Mazda3 fleet take-up
The carmaker points to latest data from CAP Automotive reveals that the new SKYACTIV Mazda3 range tops the tables and beats numerous lower-medium sector rivals in … Read More »
Geneva Motor Show: Hazumi concept previews new Mazda2
The carmaker says the Japanese word “Hazumi” means to “bound” or “spring up” and ‘was chosen to convey an image of a small but vigorous animal, … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show 2014: Jaguar to showcase performance and economy credentials
The 2014 Fleet Show, which takes place at Silverstone on 9th April, sees the iconic Silverstone Grand Prix circuit split in two, so that the National … Read More »
Arval slashes customer fleet emissions 23%
In 2013, the average CO2 for new cars registered by Arval was 117.2g/km, down from 123g/km the previous year and continuing the downward trend that Arval, … Read More »
Days Contract Hire launches new website
The site is accessible at www.dayscontracthire.co.uk and now includes the firm’s online vehicle management hub Fleet Space, which enables clients to stay connected and manage all … Read More »
BMW i3 takes inaugural UK Car of the Year title
The awards are ‘designed to highlight and advise on the best new cars on the market specifically for UK customers’ and saw more than 100 new … Read More »
BVRLA welcomes DVLA changes
Announced yesterday (27th February), the changes to the DVLA come as Roads Minister Stephen Hammond accepts the recommendations made in Mary Reilly’s report, which include accelerating … Read More »
Geneva Motor Show: VW to show compact SUV plans with T-ROC concept
Volkswagen has previewed its T-ROC concept, which makes its debut at next week’s Geneva Motor Show and previews the brand’s plans for a compact SUV.
HMRC announces latest AFR rates
Under the latest announcement, the rates for all size petrol and diesel engines remain the same, with just a 1p increase in the per mile rate … Read More »
DVLA to increase efficiency for fleets with online changes
The changes have been announced by Roads Minister Stephen Hammond following a review of the DVLA launched in October 2013 that called for revisions including removing … Read More »
New “Outdoor” versions add offroad appeal to Skoda Superb
The Outdoor version – which returns to the range for the first time since the model’s facelift during 2013 – is based on the SE trim … Read More »
“Accident anxiety” is prevalent on Britain’s roads, finds new research
The survey of 1,000 drivers found that 79% of respondents described themselves as worried about driving. The insurer also says that “29 million (drivers) feel a … Read More »
ALD Automotive signs remarketing deal with BCA
The two-year deal, with a one-year option, includes all inspection, collection and refurbishment for ALD Automotive’s de-fleet process and sees ALD adopt BCA’s Fleet Control Monitor … Read More »
Motiva boosts customer service with new appointment
Peter Clarke, who has more than 30 years of experience in the fleet industry, started work this week with the task of developing the firm’s “people … Read More »
Ogilvie Fleet introduces industry’s first direct booking microsite for windscreen repairs
The microsite has been integrated seamlessly with Ogilvie’s own website and is launched just a few weeks after Ogilvie Fleet’s own new-look website went live. The … Read More »
New solution enables fleets to integrate business applications with TomTom technology
The new tool is initially being launched as the TomTom Bridge device, which goes on sale in Q2 2014 and has a rugged, industrial design, 7-inch screen, … Read More »
TfL and Google crack down on misleading Congestion Charge sites
The move follows TfL’s warning last month that drivers should make sure they are using the official London Congestion Charge website following an Adverting Standards Agency … Read More »
Nissan gives first look at facelifted Juke
Although the image shows little changes to the profile, the head and tail-lights seem to be set for some changes, with Nissan to reveal clearer versions … Read More »
