Category : Latest News
Emissions Analytics launches real-world NOx database
The EQUA Air Quality Index, launched by Emissions Analytics, is the first time the company has made data gathered from its Portable Emissions Measurement Systems and … Read More »
Half of hit-and-run convicted drivers ‘don’t know it’s illegal’, finds study
That’s according to a report carried out by the University of Leicester for MIB, which compensates the innocent victims of accidents with uninsured and ‘hit and … Read More »
Renault reveals new Koleos SUV ahead of Beijing Motor Show
Making its debut at next week’s Beijing Motor Show, the newcomer marks the revival of the Koleos model, which was axed in the UK in 2010 … Read More »
Easi-Drive grows fleet of accident and repair vehicles
Easi-Drive, part of the EDAM Group, has grown its fleet of accident and repair vehicles from 850 to 1400, with around 200 of these added as … Read More »
Used market moving into period of oversupply, warns Glass's
Rupert Pontin, head of valuations, said that the volume of vehicles at auction had already increased by 3.7% in 2016 and that a wide range of … Read More »
AMT Group appoints business development manager
Biggart’s experience includes business development roles with The Parts Alliance where she spent two years as a Servicesure sales manager. She was also lead business development … Read More »
Number of vehicles on British roads up 2.3% in Q4
The data form the DfT shows that recent increases in vehicle numbers have been driven largely by cars and vans. The numbers of licensed cars … Read More »
Councils leaving abandoned roadworks in place could face fines of £5k
In its document on ‘Reducing Disruption on Local “A” Roads’, the DfT said that it estimates around two million works take place on England’s local roads … Read More »
Mitsubishi admits to fuel consumption testing misconduct for Japanese market models
In a statement, the carmaker announced that it has discovered fuel consumption testing data submitted to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism in Japan … Read More »
‘JourneyTrack’ mileage capture solution to be launched at Silverstone Fleet show
The solution, which consists of a mobile app and online management dashboard, captures business and private mileage information, helping companies to manage employee fuel expense claims … Read More »
Almost one in six jobs requires applicant to be able to drive
The organisation’s analysis of a snapshot of the government’s employment database uncovered that of the 847,000 vacancies available in Great Britain in July 2015, 131,000 (15.4%) … Read More »
Euro Car Parts opens 10,000 sq ft Warwick branch
The Warwick branch employs 20 staff members with over 100 years’ combined experience in the automotive industry. Six vans will provide 30-minute deliveries within Warwick, … Read More »
Hydrogen Toyota Mirai marks first service milestone in UK
A team at the Jemca’s Edgware workshop in north west London carried out the service on a Mirai leased by Greentomatocars and used as a private … Read More »
Jardine Lloyd Thompson introduces Fleet Hire salary sacrifice car scheme for own employees
JLT is one of the world's leading providers of insurance, reinsurance and employee benefits-related advice, brokerage and associated services. One of the employee benefits it recommends … Read More »
Paragon builds capacity with investment
The firm said the investment has addressed key pinch points in the defleet process, which is becoming increasingly complex as manufacturers add more options and fleets … Read More »
Land Rover Defender thefts rise following end of production
Latest figures from NFU Mutual show that, following the end of production of the iconic vehicle, claims costs for theft of Defender vehicles rose to £1.8m … Read More »
Fuel card distributor scoops Best Large Company accolade
TRFC, which has reported strong growth since being launched in 2011, won the title at a ceremony where nominees hailed from wide-ranging sectors including hospitality, retail, … Read More »
Winners of 2016 Fleet World Honours announced
This year’s Fleet World Honours have once more recognised the leading fleet cars and suppliers at the most prestigious event in the fleet calendar.
IFC Fleet Services to promote three-cornered message at Silverstone Fleet Show 2016
IFC, which attended the Show for the first time last year, says it rebooked its stand space at the earliest opportunity for this year’s event because … Read More »
Councils given new powers to tear down ‘pointless’ road signs
Announced by the Department for Transport, the new powers are effective from 22 April and will mean that town halls can take down ‘unnecessary’ signs and … Read More »
Honda Finance Europe links up with Arval to strengthen contract hire offer
The deal sees Arval signed up as the outsource partner for the provision of Honda Contract Hire products and services to the Honda dealer network. … Read More »
ARI signs up as headline sponsor of Brake’s Fleet Safety Awards 2016
The annual awards recognise the achievements of organisations and individuals working to reduce the number of crashes involving at-work drivers, and are currently open for entries … Read More »
AMT Group showcases fleet solutions with new website
Bringing together its vehicle rental, short term leasing, contract hire and leasing and specialist cars divisions, the AMT website enables customers to quickly browse all makes … Read More »
Breakdown in OPEC oil production talks to halt further pump rises, says RAC
So says the RAC as OPEC talks broke down again yesterday (18 April), putting paid to plans to tackle the market’s oversupply by freezing oil production … Read More »
Vauxhall Insignia covers 1,311 miles on one tank of fuel
Driven by hypermiler Felix Egolf, a former Airbus pilot, the car acheived an average fuel economy of 82mpg over the entire trip compared to its official … Read More »
Prestige Fleet Servicing scoops award for apprentice scheme
The company received the Employer Apprenticeship Award from Leicester College for creating four apprenticeships at its Melton Mowbray head office in the last 18 months, and … Read More »
Latest Fleet Matters flip-book explains ‘Why and how’ of compliance
It also explains the fleet manager's legal obligations and offers suggestions on the help available to best protect the driver and the organisation's interests. Each … Read More »
Nominations for Prince Michael International Road Safety Awards 2016 now open
Established in 1987, The PMIRSA recognises outstanding achievement in road safety and innovation world-wide. All road users, including pedestrians, drivers, cyclists, bikers and horse riders … Read More »
57% of drivers say they feel “in control” using mobile phones while driving
That’s according to a nationwide survey by automotive website Motoring.co.uk that also reveals also revealed that 43% of motorists would not hesitate to use their mobile … Read More »
Volkswagen concept hints at next Touareg
The luxury concept car, which in production form could share its platform with the latest Audi Q7, is said to offer a lounge-like interior with a … Read More »
