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New i30 kick-starts Hyundai product offensive
Hyundai will launch its broadest-ever i30 range this year, including a Wagon and three-door ‘fastback version’, beginning a process which will also introduce 14 hybrid, electric … Read More »
Carmakers and oil giants form global hydrogen action group
Toyota and four other carmakers have teamed up with oil companies including Royal Dutch Shell and Total to form a new global initiative on hydrogen development.
Fleet Alliance acquires Neva Consultants
Fleet Alliance has acquired a controlling interest in East Sussex-based Neva Consultants for a seven-figure sum.
2017 to bring improved utilisation of ‘big data’, says Chevin
Fleets will expand their utilisation of data to cover wider variety of both internal and externally generated sources over the coming year.
Vauxhall reveals Juke-rivalling Crossland X
Vauxhall has revealed the Crossland X crossover, which will be positioned beneath the Mokka X when it goes on sale later this year.
ACFO fleet industry summit to help HMRC develop AFRs for plug-in cars
ACFO is to host an industry summit that could help HM Revenue and Customs with the development of Advisory Fuel Rates for plug-in cars.
BMW 520d SE EfficientDynamics priced from £37,220
BMW’s most efficient diesel 5 Series saloon will go on sale in March, offering fuel economy of 72.4mpg with 102g/km CO2 emissions.
National Windscreens to drive growth under new board appointment
National Windscreens has appointed John Smallman to its board of directors as it looks to drive further growth.
Facelifted BMW 4 Series range revealed
BMW’s updated 4 Series range will bring refreshed styling and revised handling when it goes on sale later this week.
Tracker to deploy FITAS accreditation programme for installation network
Tracker is to roll out the FITAS accreditation programme for vehicle engineers across its nationwide network in a move to create a major new quality benchmark … Read More »
Deadline looms for entries for 2017 Fleet World Honours
Fleets, suppliers and manufacturers have just under one week left to submit their entries for consideration for this year’s Fleet World Honours.
Prices and specs revealed for new Hyundai i30
Hyundai has announced details of its new i30 hatch, which will introduce new engine variants when it goes on sale on 1 March.
FleetEurope recruits Jon Allamby as fleet operations manager
Jon Allamby has joined FleetEurope as its new fleet operations manager with a remit to support the firm’s organic growth.
Rising number of pothole breakdowns is ‘warning sign’, says RAC
Bad weather conditions over the coming months could see potholes appear at an “unprecedented rate”.
National Windscreens to grow share of insurance market under new appointment
National Windscreens has appointed Lisa Pugh as director of insurance business development.
Nissan to start on-road autonomous vehicle tests in London
Nissan is run its first real-world demonstrations of autonomous driving cars in Europe from next month.
Latest ARI appointment signals fleet funding intentions
ARI has appointed Rory Mackinnon as the head of its asset funding programme to support the continued growth of its funding model.
Fiat Chrysler and Renault face investigations over diesel emissions
Fiat Chrysler and Renault have become the latest carmakers to be caught up in the diesel emissions scandal with the announcement of investigations.
Five key fleet trends for 2017 revealed by BVRLA
The BVRLA has uncovered key fleet industry trends for the coming year, with growth amongst SMEs, LCV take-up and new flexible rental solutions predicted to help … Read More »
Severn Crossing tolls to be slashed under government proposals
The Government is planning to slash Severn Crossing tolls by up to 75% and introduce free-flow tolling following the return to public ownership.
SEAT extends Ateca line-up as true fleet sales grow
SEAT has added a two-wheel drive DSG option to the petrol Ateca, matching a growing trend among ‘true fleet’ customers to opt for this over the … Read More »
Councils allocated £1.2bn funding to repair potholes and cut congestion
Councils across England are being notified whether they have been allocated a share of £1.2 billion local roads funding to improve roads, cut congestion and improve … Read More »
No ‘logical or fair correlation’ on fuel prices, says FairFuelUK
FairFuelUK has accused the Government of putting oil and fuel supply chain company profits above protecting consumer prices at the pumps as it indicates that pump prices … Read More »
Licence Bureau expands team and offices
The Licence Bureau has expanded into new onsite offices to support its expanding team after securing new contracts throughout 2016.
Prices and specs announced for new Audi Q5
Audi has opened order books for its new Q5 SUV, which brings updates in standard equipment, connectivity, ride comfort, handling dynamics, efficiency and driver assistance.
Future of Fleet survey offers chance to win prize draw
Fleet World in association with Shell Commercial Fleet are pleased to announce the opening of the Future of Fleet reader survey.
Insurers look to tackle rise in hit-and-run incidents
UK insurers are calling for a campaign to raise awareness of drivers’ responsibilities after an accident as new figures show a rise in hit-and-run incidents.
Mercedes-Benz 2017 GLA pricing and specs announced
The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA is now available to order, bringing styling and equipment upgrades and new special editions.
Graeme Jenkins appointed new head of fleet at Suzuki
Suzuki has named Graeme Jenkins as its new head of fleet.
What Car? Car of the Year Award winners for 2017 revealed
What Car? has revealed the winners of its 2017 Car of the Year Awards, with the BMW 5 Series fending off stiff competition from a final … Read More »
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