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Ex-fleet values up 2.1% in August, reports Manheim
Average selling prices for ex-fleet cars and the overall wholesale market at Manheim rose last month, latest figures show.
New N-Vision trim adds extra safety kit to Nissan crossovers
Nissan has updated its crossover line-up with a new ‘N-Vision’ trim that offers Nissan’s safety-shield technologies.
One in three drivers use handheld mobile phones
Drivers’ use of handheld phones has significantly increased over the last two years as attitudes towards handheld mobile use significantly relax, new research suggests.
IAAF teams up with FleetCheck to offer member benefits
The Independent Automotive Aftermarket Federation (IAAF) is teaming up with fleet software and tracking specialist FleetCheck to help members ensure they are operating a compliant and … Read More »
Fire services firm saves 15% on fleet costs after outsourcing
Contract Fire Security is saving almost 15% on fleet costs after outsourcing its fleet to Motiva Group.
New solution to ease Dart Charge burden for fleets
Gloucester-based All Fleet Services has developed a new solution to ease the administration of handling Dart Charge payments for its fleet clients.
EV drivers invited to join smart charging trial
Drivers buying or leasing a new electric car are being invited to join a major trial into a smart charging solution that could help local electricity … Read More »
Gilgen outsources company car and van fleet to Ogilvie
Gilgen Door Systems UK has reduced its vehicle operating costs and enhanced its company car list after outsourcing its mixed fleet to Ogilvie Fleet.
Quartix partners with Nextbase to offer dash cam and tracking solution
Quartix is offering dash cams to its tracking customers under a new partnership with Nextbase. Effective immediately, all Quartix customers who purchase an InfoPlus or Corporate … Read More »
79% of Londoners support early introduction of Ultra Low Emission Zone
Londoners have lent their support to plans by the Mayor of London to tackle pollution in the Capital.
ACFO to work with private parking groups on memorandum of understanding
ACFO is to publish a memorandum of understanding with the private parking industry to help fleets and drivers avoid parking fines on private land.
Addison Lee rebrands fleet
Minicab giant Addison Lee has unveiled its new branding, which forms part of its global growth strategy.
David Brown joins ADT as head of business development
David Brown, a board member of the Institute of Car Fleet Management, has joined Applied Driving Techniques as head of business development.
Incorporating mobility-related data can help pinpoint savings, reports Chevin
Harnessing ‘big data’ to meet transport needs could help fleets improve overall mobility, not just vehicle usage.
Employees urged to take to two wheels for Cycle to Work Day
Brake is encouraging individuals and the Government to lend support to this year’s Cycle to Work Day, which takes place tomorrow (14 September).
Countdown starts to 2016 MPG Marathon
The Olympics may be over and the Paralympics in full swing, but there’s one more major sporting competition that’s set to catch the nation’s attention before … Read More »
New Ampera-e won’t make it to UK, confirms Vauxhall
The new Opel Ampera-e electric car, which debuts at the Paris Motor Show this month, won’t make it to the UK in its current model, Vauxhall … Read More »
IFC Fleet Services and Goodwood Rental partner
IFC Fleet Services Group has partnered with rental management specialist Goodwood Rental to offer vehicle rental and associated mobility services to fleet operators.
National Windscreens opens ADAS centre in Inverness
National Windscreens has opened its latest ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) calibration centre as part of a development programme in response to growing demand for ADAS … Read More »
Jaguar Land Rover develops new four-cylinder Ingenium engines
Jaguar Land Rover is to launch new four-cylinder petrol engines as part of its Ingenium line-up and has also announced the development of a new transmission.
New cross-party group to tackle air pollution
A new cross-party group has been formed to champion to raise awareness about the impact of air pollution and to promote practical solutions to poor air … Read More »
Craig Purvey appointed new chief commercial officer at BCA
BCA has appointed former sales director Craig Purvey to the role of chief commercial officer.
Porsche reveals 456bhp, 56g/km Panamera PHEV
Porsche has unveiled its new Panamera plug-in hybrid, which will debut at the Paris Motor Show this month, featuring a 456bhp four-wheel drive setup with CO2 … Read More »
Fleet industry urged to start autonomous driving dialogue now
Fleets are being urged to start taking action to navigate the various different ‘stepping stones’ towards fully autonomous cars to address the challenges that each new … Read More »
Road Safety GB targets fleets with new corporate membership scheme
Road Safety GB has launched a new corporate membership scheme to provide a range of benefits to fleets and organisations with an interest in road safety.
Refreshed Alfa Romeo Mito brings emissions from 89g/km
The refreshed Alfa Romeo Mito has gone on sale in the UK, bringing revised styling, updated trim levels and emissions starting from 89g/km.
Volvo kicks off Drive Me autonomous project
Volvo’s Drive Me autonomous driving project has get underway with the production of the first car for the trial.
Jaguar to move XE production to Castle Bromwich plant
Jaguar Land Rover is moving production of its XE model to the Castle Bromwich plant from its current home at Solihull.
Three out of four drivers say driverless insurance should cover hacking
A total of 74% of drivers think insurers should provide cover for damage caused by hackers accessing control systems in driverless cars. That’s according to a … Read More »
Over 150,00 motorists caught driving while disqualified
A total of 150,115 motorists across England and Wales were caught driving while already banned between 2005 and 2015, new analysis has found.
