Natalie Middleton
Telogis launches Fleet 11 to drive productivity
The company says the platform provides dynamic routing, commercial-grade navigation, advanced telematics, real-time work order management and mobile applications for companies with significant numbers of mobile … Read More »
AA warns drivers to heed flood warning signs
With the organisation having attended around 3,200 flood-stricken vehicles since 1st December, the AA’s flood rescue team, AA Special Operations, says that a review of road … Read More »
TRACKER to explore European expansion following acquisition by Lysanda
Telematics firm Lysanda is to acquire Tracker from Direct Line Group from an undisclosed amount to create Tantalum Corporation.
Mercedes announces C-Class pricing & specs
Available with a choice of two engines and three model lines, prices for the new C-Class range start from £26,855 OTR. At launch, the range will … Read More »
Vauxhall's Duncan Aldred moves to top GM role in Detroit
Aldred has been managing director of Vauxhall Motors since January 2010 and took on the chairman’s responsibilities in December 2011. In addition to these roles, he … Read More »
University of Surrey introduces car sharing to replace “grey fleet”
Called “Travel Is Moving On|, the policy review covers all elements of employee travel from taxis and flights to grey fleet mileage. The scheme includes the … Read More »
New Ogilvie Fleet website geared up for all devices
The firm believes its new site, which can be accessed at www.ogilvie-fleet.co.uk, is one of the first in the contract hire and leasing sector and indeed … Read More »
Chevin launches “Academy” online video tutorial
The resource is designed to cover all the questions commonly asked about the company’s FleetWave and RoadBASE products as well as offering extensive guidance about how … Read More »
Used car buyers becoming more confident in online auctions
Online attendance was up by 24% year on year and bidders increased by 36 per cent during the same period. Actual bids placed jumped by 46%, … Read More »
New speed cameras should be used to revisit 80mph speed trial, says RAC
The HADECS3 (Highways Agency Digital Enforcement Camera System) cameras are designed to enforce speeds on the motorways that are set up to use the hard shoulder … Read More »
Plans for motorway "stealth" cameras receive backing
Under the agency’s plans, the new cameras, which could be grey rather than yellow according to reports, will be used along stretches of “smart” motorways including … Read More »
Self-registrations & daily rental volumes threatening RV stability, says CAP
So says CAP Automotive, which points to large numbers of self-registrations, along with the pursuit of daily rental business by some manufacturers in the closing days … Read More »
C F Roberts set to save six-figure sum following switch to competitive tendering
The firm operates throughout the UK with a workforce of 250 employees and switched to Fleet Alliance after it became disenchanted with the fall-off in service … Read More »
Salary sacrifice schemes slash fleet CO2 emissions by 42%
The salary sacrifice specialist announced the surprising figures after analysing a sample of 100 cars delivered to a range of organisations in 2013 compared with the … Read More »
New 121g/km BMW 4 Series Gran Coupé to appeal to fleets
Providing a rival to the Audi A5 Sportback, the Gran Coupé joins the 4 Series Coupé and Convertible from June as the last model in the … Read More »
Sign Language gears up for fleet expansion
The firm is forecasting an increase of around 300% in turnover this year, following results of over £1m in 2013, with 90% of earnings from the … Read More »
Enigma launches Android Skyline Asset Tracking app
The Android app allows Skyline users to track, trace and monitor their company vehicles, plant and machinery whilst on the go. The new app joins the … Read More »
Investors in People Scotland cuts grey fleet mileage costs with car hire
The organisation’s consultants used to travel to all parts of the country from their Edinburgh office using their own cars and then recharge the mileage covered. … Read More »
Falken Tyre signs up to TyreSafe
The firm was spurred on by the alarming results from its own tyre safety survey at a primary school where over 30% of the parents’ cars … Read More »
New Glass’s TradeAlerts tool provides direct defleet route with dealers
TradeAlerts enable firms to de-fleet and dispose of vehicles through direct communication with dealers based on a simple and easy-to-use system of email alerts. Dan Parnell, … Read More »
Jaama launches new website
Located at www.jaama.co.uk, the site has been designed to easy to navigate and includes a software finder to help fleet decision-makers discover critical information on the … Read More »
BVRLA welcomes Government ULEV initiative
Announced by Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg, the Go Ultra Low scheme will see the Government highlight the benefits of Ultra Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs), look … Read More »
Lex Autolease targets further growth under new senior board appointments
Katie Hayes, Stuart Haycock and Janice Cadden join Lex Autolease’s Senior Operating Committee, which provides Strategic Management for the business. The appointments strengthen the executive leadership … Read More »
Run Your Fleet to target SMEs following new appointments
Under the new appointments, Rob Corbett becomes operations manager and Johnathon Mathers joins as sales executive. The company said the experience and ability of the two … Read More »
Government to drive ULEV take-up under Go Ultra Low scheme
Dubbed Go Ultra Low, the 12-month campaign will see £9.3m of funding used to create hundreds more charging points across the country, including 140 new rapid … Read More »
2.5 million cars currently uninsured in the UK
The new Private Motor Insurance Market Report has been published by Lake Market Research, which compared DfT data on the number of private cars in use … Read More »
BVRLA welcomes government move to online fleet services
Under the changes, which are being delivered under the Government’s Red Tape Challenge and follow recommendations from the BVRLA, fleets will be able to request electronic vehicle … Read More »
Fleets to save millions as government cuts red tape on V5C & tax discs
Announced by Roads Minister Stephen Hammond, the changes include confirmation of the Autumn Statement announcement that the paper tax disc will be axed, saving business and … Read More »
Chevin announces new appointments as part of expansion programme
Chevin announces new appointments as part of expansion programme David Pimperton takes on the role of project manager at the fleet management software specialist and will … Read More »
Audi Q3 gains efficient 1.4 TFSI & new trim
The new 1.4 TFSI unit sits alongside the 138bhp 2.0-litre TDI model and is also available with front-wheel drive only. The unit delivers 150PS along with … Read More »
