Natalie Middleton
Vauxhall to branch out further with ADAM
Automatic and higher-performance versions of ADAM are being openly talked about, and next year there will be a 115bhp three-cylinder 1.0-litre turbo engine for the car … Read More »
Ultra Low Emission Zone to help drive EV adoption, says Qualcomm
The plans for the Ultra Low Emission zone will see only zero or low-emission vehicles enter the Capital during working hours. The move is intended to … Read More »
Alphabet grows public sector fleet 5%
Driven by cost-saving initiatives, a number of organisations have received new batch deliveries from Alphabet including Yorkshire Ambulance Service, the Scottish Society for the Prevention of … Read More »
BT Fleet and TomTom Business Solutions become latest Industry Partners for Van Excellence scheme
The scheme was launched in 2010 to promote high standards of van operation and driving by accrediting operators against a code of good practice. The addition … Read More »
Co-Operative Flexible Benefits branches out into car salary sacrifice with Zenith
The scheme joins the existing range of benefits that Co-operative Flexible Benefits offers – which include childcare vouchers, financial services and healthcare – and marks the … Read More »
LeasePlan awards fleet supplier service at annual conference
The event was held on 5th February and included the supplier awards where 100 of the company’s top suppliers gathered to hear about the successes and … Read More »
trg Vehicle Hire becomes latest BVRLA member
The BVRLA was established in 1967 and represents the interests of more than two million business car drivers and the millions of people who use a … Read More »
Car2go signs contract with Birmingham City Council
The pilot will see the introduction of a fleet of 250 smart coupés in a 34m2 area of Birmingham, with registered drivers able to rent the … Read More »
Auto Windscreens signs up to Ctrack to cut fleet costs
Ctrack Online will provide real-time and historical vehicle data to support other back office management systems, as well as enable Auto Windscreens to access useful business intelligence. … Read More »
Used car values stable but higher short-term rental volumes arriving, says CAP
The company says that retail demand for used cars is stronger than at any time since September last year, with research for CAP Black Book Live … Read More »
Boris Johnson to create world’s first Ultra Low Emission Zone in London by 2020
The move is intended to deliver dramatic benefits in air quality and provide a major spur for the further development and mass take-up of zero and … Read More »
Hotel Media invests in TRACKER Fleet to improve emissions and safety
The company, which helps hotels and communal residences across the UK maximise the value of TV and Video on Demand, is using the telematics technology to … Read More »
Zafira Tourer to drive down fleet costs with Vauxhall's cleanest-ever diesel
The 1.6 Start/Stop unit will make its debut at next month’s Geneva motor show and features BlueInjection selective catalytic reduction (SCR) technology to meet Euro 6 … Read More »
Geneva News: Chevrolet to add Spark to show
The zero-emission car goes on sale from this summer in the States followed by selected European markets from 2014. The model features a GM-designed permanent magnet … Read More »
Major CO2 and fuel economy benefits for Volvo automatics to benefit fleets
The company says the move underlines its commitment to ensuring that drivers of automatic cars can receive the same benefits as their manual counterparts. The changes … Read More »
Specsavers and Driving Instructors Association join forces to improve driver eye health
From 1 February 2013, Specsavers Corporate Eyecare will provide Premium Club vouchers to all 12,000 individual and corporate members of the Driving Instructors Association (DIA), entitling … Read More »
RoSPA Road Safety Seminar to discuss black box technology and fleet drivers
Sponsored by Britax, the event will bring together road safety researchers, practitioners and policymakers and takes place 7th March 2013 at Conference Aston, in Birmingham. With … Read More »
Tusker goes live with 100th salary sacrifice car scheme
The Watford-based contract hire, leasing and salary sacrifice specialist is making its SalarySacrifice4Cars (SS4C) scheme available to all of the Trust’s permanently contracted employees, with substantial … Read More »
FTA to hold fleet operator conference on “Cutting Carbon, Cutting Costs”
Dubbed “Cutting Carbon, Cutting Costs”, the conference takes place on Wednesday 22 May at the Heritage Motor Museum, Gaydon, Warwickshire, and will provide delegates with information … Read More »
Vehicle rental service offers major cost and time savings for fleets
Fownd Vehicle Rental has been established for four years, but is now offering ready-to-rent solutions through its new online offering, at www.fownd.co.uk With the help of … Read More »
Vast majority of fleets failing to address driver safety adequately
Over 500 UK businesses were surveyed for the report, which found that only 54% of businesses have completed full written assessments of the risks involved in … Read More »
New Concept Vehicle Leasing app helps drivers manage mileage
The new app, which is available for both i-phone and android devices, features latest news and advice, special Car and Van leasing offers along with the ability … Read More »
When to buy and when to DIY
In the last couple of decades, contract hire firms in the UK have evolved into not only one of the most cost-effective providers of vehicles but … Read More »
Road trials show Lightfoot Driver Behaviour Technology fuel savings for van fleets
The company has tested the system with more than 20 UK fleets, ranging from delivery companies and construction contractors to utilities and local authorities, and says … Read More »
BVRLA helps remove burden of Whole Vehicle Type Approval for van fleets
From 29 April 2013, LCVs (up to 3.5 tonnes) will come within the scope of European Community Whole Vehicle Type Approval (ECWVTA) regulations, which requires approval … Read More »
Virgin Media implements SageQuest, Enterprise fleet management solution
The company opted for the system as part of its continued commitment to reducing environmental impact as well as to reduce fuel use, enhance driver safety … Read More »
Citroen credits strong January fleet sales to DS line-up and LCV range
The brand’s LCV fleet sales were also up, with a 10.2% rise to 1,627 registrations, taking 9.89% of the LCV market during the month. Martin Hamill, … Read More »
New scheme to remove Type Approval headache for many van fleets
Under legislation set to hit N1 category vehicles from April this year (and N2 vehicles from October 2014), any modification would have required separate Whole Vehicle … Read More »
EST webinar to show how plug-in vehicles can reduce fleet costs up to 75%
The Plugged-in Fleets Initiative, funded by Transport for London and the Department for Transport, showedng how electric cars and vans could be incorporated into fleets by … Read More »
Geneva News: Citroen C4 Picasso concept offers 98g/km
The Technospace shows new frontal styling for the C4 Picasso with two lots of double headlamps and the latest double chevron grille as well as 3D … Read More »
