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New Renault Scenic gets world premiere at Geneva
The fourth-generation model, which will be joined by a Grand version, takes design inspiration from the 2011 R-Space concept car and includes a two-tone colour scheme … Read More »
Fiat unveils new 98g/km Tipo hatchback and estate at Geneva Motor Show
The c-segment models, which replace the Bravo, will play a key role in the fleet sector and are focused on practicality with class leading legroom and … Read More »
Mazda has taken triple honours in the 2016 UK Car of the Year Awards.
Mazda MX-5 takes 2016 UK Car of the Year title The new Mazda MX-5 was crowned both the Open Top Car of the … Read More »
Audi Q2 makes world debut at Geneva
The fourth member of the Audi Q family, the Q2 brings styling that ushers in new design elements whilst introducing infotainment and assistance systems from larger … Read More »
Volkswagen previews entry-level SUV at Geneva
The model is one of three SUVs planned for production to join the Tiguan and Touarag, and would slot in at the bottom of the range. … Read More »
BBS Fleet Logistics makes significant investment in infrastructure and systems
BBS Fleet Logistics, part of the IFC Fleet Services Group, specialises in the movement and in-life handling of fleet vehicles, including managing the ‘re-home’ process between … Read More »
First Vehicle Leasing reports record growth
The firm, which is a member of the BVRLA, has funded some £48m of vehicle transactions throughout its latest financial year Graham McCarthy at First … Read More »
Aston Barclay’s Leeds site awarded Auction Provider of the Year title
The Hillidge Road site was named the top monthly ranked of all audited sites three times throughout 2015 for value, achieving the best service provision for … Read More »
JCT600 celebrates Best Company status
JCT600’s two-star accreditation also earned it a place in the Sunday Times ‘Best 100 Companies to Work For’ list for 2016 where it was ranked at … Read More »
Vauxhall Astra named European Car of the Year 2016
A 58-strong jury of automotive journalists from 22 European countries awarded the Astra a total of 309 points versus 294 for the Volvo XC90 and 202 … Read More »
Fleet motoring fines and penalties rise 17% in 2015
The findings, compiled from 317,000 company vehicles, show that almost half of the penalties came from drivers committing minor traffic offences, such as stopping in a … Read More »
Customers put off by unsafe company drivers, finds research
Conducted on behalf of TomTom Telematics, the survey of over 1,000 British consumers found that van drivers were the least likely to be considered the safest … Read More »
New hybrid short-term vehicle leasing product launched
Dubbed Genius Plan, the product has been launched in response to calls from the firm's fleet customers for a product to deal with fluctuating or seasonal … Read More »
Drug drive arrests rise by up to 800%
During the Christmas 2015 drink and drug drive campaign, 1,888 drug screening tests were carried out in just one month across England and Wales, and nearly … Read More »
Growing number of fleets turning to salary sacrifice, says TCH Leasing
Since the contract hire and fleet management specialist launched its TCH Salsa product in 2009 a total of 142 organisations have implemented the scheme. TCH … Read More »
RoSPA conference to mark launch of new fleet safety benchmarking tool
Titled Finding Solutions to Age-Old Challenges, the event – which takes place at the Holiday Inn, in Stratford-Upon-Avon on Wednesday 2 March – will include a … Read More »
Hospital charges voted most disliked of all parking fees
The survey by the RAC found 64% of motorists said hospital parking charges were the most disliked, while 12% voted for charges made at some supermarkets, … Read More »
Thrifty scoops LeasePlan Rental Supplier accolade for second year in a row
Neil Dixon, head of procurement & supplier management at LeasePlan UK, commented: “Thrifty are the most reliable rental supplier, offering exceptional consistent service levels combined with … Read More »
Zenith named as one of the best companies to work for
The firm was ranked 65th in the listing after its employees took part in an independent workplace survey. As well as making it into The Sunday … Read More »
Over five motorists caught speeding at over 100mph a day
The figures have been released by BBC Radio 5 live after a Freedom of Information request that saw 42 of the UK's 45 police forces respond. … Read More »
38% of UK firms now using telematics technology
The research by RAC Business also found that more than two thirds (68%) of UK firms across all industry sectors are saving money on their vehicle … Read More »
DS previews E-Tense electric concept car ahead of Geneva
Making its debut at next month’s Geneva Motor Show, the model has been previewed one year after DS Automobiles was officially launched as a standalone brand … Read More »
Carbon levels across Fleet Alliance fleet fall to new low
The average figure was 119g/km, while some 20% of all new cars ordered across the 18,400-strong Fleet Alliance vehicle fleet were sub-100g/km of CO2, compared with … Read More »
Ford to reveal expanded Vignale line-up at Geneva
Earlier this month the carmaker announced plans to expand the Vignale range from one model today – Mondeo Vignale – to at least five Vignale models … Read More »
TRACKER launches new plug and play telematics solution for fleets
Available from £9.95 a month, the device connects to the vehicle’s on-board diagnostic (OBD) port, eliminating installation costs. It provides fleet managers real-time driver and vehicle … Read More »
Lex reports strong growth for 2015
Last year saw the firm’s funded fleet increase to over 317,000 vehicles, a year-on-year rise of 20,000 vehicles. Total customer assets grew 13% to £3.8bn. … Read More »
Volvo Cars announces 2017 model year updates
Introduced first in the new S90 premium saloon, Pilot Assist II supports drivers up to speeds of 130kph in well-marked highway conditions. The XC90 will also … Read More »
New industry group to help guide IAM driver risk management approach
The meeting welcomed a variety of fleet, transport and safety experts from E.ON, TubeLines, Siemens, Cannon Hygiene, Belron, National Services for Health Improvement, London Borough of … Read More »
UK car manufacturing sees best January since 2008, reports SMMT
The figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) show that manufacturing for export grew for the sixth consecutive month with volumes up 9.7%. … Read More »
Activa Contracts to exhibit at Silverstone Fleet Show 2016
The event, which takes place at the iconic Silverstone circuit on Wednesday 11 May 2016, will see an experienced team from the vehicle leasing and fleet … Read More »