Natalie Middleton
Forester Life adds 130 Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC models to fleet
The agreement sees the two firms team up for at least the next three years, marking the return of a partnership between the two companies that … Read More »
New Mercedes C-Class officially revealed at Detroit Motor Show
In addition, there are new safety systems, the option of air-sprung suspension for the first time and a revised interior. ‘Mercedes at its best – that’s … Read More »
Drivers warned to avoid unofficial Congestion Charge websites following ASA ruling
The call follows an Adverting Standards Agency ruling that one site – paylondoncongestion.co.uk – was ‘likely to lead consumers to believe that the web page was … Read More »
Enterprise Rent-A-Car branches into EV rental with London-based Volts
A total of 20 Volts will be based across its Greater London branches with plug-in recharging facilities, with plans to expand the pilot scheme into other … Read More »
Building contractor adds Renault ZOE pool cars to fleet
The two Renault ZOEs will be based at Forrest’s headquarters at Dodd Lane, Bolton and will be available to staff as pool cars during the day, … Read More »
APU and Merseyside Police to tackle motor fraud with intelligence sharing agreement
The information sharing agreement covers a number of organisations and provides a legal framework to facilitate the seamless transfer of information. APU’s contribution will focus on … Read More »
Government considers reducing parking offence fines
Under the move, the Department of Transport said it would look at the legislative options to abolish the minimum rates for parking penalty charges to allow local authorities … Read More »
Used car values to rise in coming weeks, predicts CAP
The firm says that the used car market is already showing early signs of strength with demand growing fast for the best quality cars, according to … Read More »
Marshall Leasing teams up with In-Car Cleverness to offer telematics to fleets
The deal will help support the leasing firm’s tailor-made, customer-focused approach whilst delivering significant savings to businesses, according to the firm. Jonathan Ross, Marshall Leasing sales … Read More »
New 3/4G vehicle camera launched to help fleets protect against fraud
The IT 1000 combines video, telematics and 3/4G technologies to capture and transmit footage of accidents and other harsh driving events in real-time and, according to Intelligent … Read More »
Qoros 3 Sedan, Renault ZOE & Lexus IS 300h named in Euro NCAP “best in class of 2013”
The best-in-class models are those that have achieved the highest scores in their respective class. In 2013, a total of 33 cars were tested in seven … Read More »
Nissan Qashqai scoops 2014 What Car? Car of the Year title
This is the first time that the British-built model, which also took the best small SUV title, has scooped the award. What Car? editor-in-chief Chas Hallett … Read More »
Nearly half of men have fallen asleep at the wheel, survey finds
The survey with Direct Line found that: One in three drivers overall (31%) admitted “head-nodding” at the wheel – nearly half (45%) of male drivers and … Read More »
Arval continues push on customer support with driver care initiatives
The latest initiatives include new content for driver packs, winter driving tools, simple feedback mechanisms, online and SMS text functionality for drivers and are supported by … Read More »
New fleet telematics system said to reduce fuel bills by up to 20%
First launched in 2008, the internet-based software now features mileage capture, route overlay, driver league tables, traffic warnings and excess mileage alerts that can each be … Read More »
Vauxhall to see strong true fleet sales in 2014 following 50% rise in Insignia take-up
Launched last June, the model’s true fleet sales rose over 50% in the second half of 2013 over the first half of 2013. The new model … Read More »
2013 fleet car registrations show rising business confidence
Latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) show that 2,264,737 cars were registered in 2013, up 10.8% on 2012 and exceeding the … Read More »
2014 to prove strong year for RVs, pay-to-use transport & EVs, says BVRLA
The organisation has predicted growth in almost every area of the vehicle rental and leasing industry sector, with BVRLA chief executive Gerry Keaney saying: ‘The industry … Read More »
BVRLA: 15% rise in Congestion Charge is 'tax rise on essential business users'
TfL has announced a consultation on a number of changes to the Congestion Charge, including raising the daily rate 15% in a move to ensure Congestion … Read More »
Highways Agency plans mandatory 60mph limit for M1
The speed limit would be introduced as part of the planned upgrade to the M1 in South Yorkshire and the East Midlands and would apply between … Read More »
Burnt Tree adds first hybrid cars to rental fleet
The additions to the fleet take the form of both hatchback and Tourer models and will initially be located at the company’s depots in Heathrow and … Read More »
UK car market growth to slow in 2014, predicts Deloitte
The SMMT data shows that 2,264,737 cars were registered last year; up 10.8% on 2012. Within the fleet sector, full-year registrations rose 5.7% from 1,025,501 to … Read More »
Fleet registrations up 25.8% in December & 5.7% for 2013
Latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers & Traders (SMMT) show that a total of 2,264,737 cars were registered in 2013, up 10.8% on 2012 … Read More »
IAM exposes motorist still driving with 45 points on licence
The man from Liverpool accumulated 45 licence penalty points in November, according to figures released by the DVLA following an IAM freedom of information request. The … Read More »
TfL plans for 15% Congestion Charge hike
Under the current system, the daily Congestion Charge stands at £10 (£9 if paid using CC Auto Pay or £12 if paid the next charging day) … Read More »
GE Capital brings together all online fleet services under new website
Dubbed iManage, the new website covers everything from fleet inventory, quoting and analysis to reporting also offers an advanced vehicle ordering and management process that has … Read More »
Chevin launches Vehicle Damage Report for FleetWave software
The report uses a schematic approach and allows users such as drivers to record damage to pool and rental cars and vans online. Images can also … Read More »
New Peugeot 308 SW to offer class-leading boot space & emissions from 85g/km
Revealed as its hatchback sibling goes on sale, the estate will now offer 610 litres of boot space – putting it ahead of rivals such as … Read More »
Tusker reappointed for NHS fleet deal
The salary sacrifice and contract hire provider was initially appointed to provide lease and salary sacrifice cars to NHS Trusts three years ago under a framework … Read More »
Jaama to launch risk profiling tool in 2014
The firm says it continues to invest more than £1m annually to ensure delivery of leading asset and driver management solutions to businesses. This year will … Read More »
