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Diesels less efficient than petrols at curbing climate change, study shows
The results of the study, conducted by Dr Eckard Helmers at Trier University with Michel Cames of the University of Luxembourg, were presented to the European … Read More »
Drivers exposed to more harmful pollution inside vehicle than on the road, finds new study
Gloucestershire-based Enviro Technology Services carried out a journey from Reading to central London in its mobile air quality laboratory – nicknamed the smogmobile – sampling air … Read More »
Peugeot reveals facelifted Peugeot 2008
Launched in 2013, the model has been updated with the latest family styling with a new front grille, wheel arch extensions and scuff plates plus an … Read More »
Kia Optima PHEV on track for 37g/km CO2 emissions
Unveiled at the Chicago Motor Show last week, the European-market version will be shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March, alongside the first ever Optima … Read More »
Volvo unveils V70 and XC70 replacement
Based on the S90 saloon, it’s likely that the V90 will be the bigger-selling version in Europe, targeting conquest customers from Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, … Read More »
Mark Higgins joins All Fleet Services as operations and performance director
The new role will award Higgins responsibility for operational resourcing and delivery, training and people development, employee engagement and facilities. Higgins brings a diverse wealth … Read More »
Rental firms urged to include roadside assistance and first aid kits for all vehicles
The call comes from vGroup International, a Milton Keynes-based firm that provides around 300,000 of the packs a year to fleets via contract hire and leasing … Read More »
Leasing broker car volumes rise 24% in 2015
The BVRLA data shows its leasing broker members were responsible for 208,006 vehicles on contract at the end of 2015 and combined car and van volumes … Read More »
87% of business drivers wouldn’t inform employer of driving licence points
The survey by RAC Insurance also found that nearly a fifth of overall motorists (18%) would not inform their insurer if they picked up penalty points … Read More »
2018 Riversimple Rasa hydrogen-powered car to boast 300-mile range
British carmaker Riversimple Movement is developing a new hydrogen-powered road car that will offer a claimed 250mpg and a 300-mile range when it goes on sale … Read More »
RoadHawk launches ‘most premium dash cam available’
The HD-2 uses a action camera chipset that provides Super HD images and is capable of by recording at 1080p at 60 frames per second. Footage … Read More »
RAC comments on impact on fuel prices of Brexit
RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said: “While the RAC has no view on the UK’s membership of the EU, the impact on fuel prices of Britain … Read More »
Kia Optima Sportswagon revealed
The Optima Sportswagon breaks cover a year after the Sportspace concept, which previewed it, was unveiled in Geneva. It will be available with the same engines … Read More »
Guy Pigounakis named new Hyundai fleet director
Effective immediately, the changes put a specific focus on three key areas for future business growth and see Pigounakis replace Martin Wilson, who has been appointed … Read More »
Arval grows UK leased fleet by 19% in 2015
Last year saw the fleet management and leasing giant grow its leased fleet to 785,000 vehicles worldwide, with a total of 255,444 vehicles ordered (9% up … Read More »
Total Motion moves to new Leicester premises to drive growth plans
The firm said the move is indicative of latest growth and its plans to continue driving forward its business, services and reputation of the UK’s leading … Read More »
First Quartix customer still on board for 15th anniversary celebrations
Launched on 14 February 2001, Quartix has grown from just four founders into an international business with offices in the UK, France and the US and … Read More »
Ogilvie Fleet expands South of England sales team
The team was launched last autumn with the appointment of director of sales – south Jo Clark and Mike Wynn, area manager – south. Now Tracey … Read More »
TomTom Telematics named Frost & Sullivan 2016 European Fleet Telematics Company of the Year
The Frost & Sullivan panel commended the company for its successful implementation of industry best practices to innovate and meet changing customer needs. TomTom’s open … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show to offer first fleet drives of 49g/km XC90 T8 Twin Engine hybrid
Available to order now, the new XC90 T8 Twin Engine is the only full-size seven-seat plug-in hybrid SUV. It uses a drivetrain similar in concept to … Read More »
EU recommends councils implement congestion charging to meet green targets
The guidelines, which also include the introduction of bin taxes, have been published by the European Commission to help local and regional authorities implement its Europe … Read More »
Skoda releases latest pic of upcoming large SUV
The latest pic shows the model’s front-end, which builds on the 2014 VisionC concept and Skoda Superb styling with a prominent grille and large air intake. … Read More »
SsangYong reveals Geneva line-up
Previously shown as the XLV Air concept at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, the Tivoli XLV is now going into production to offer a stretched version … Read More »
FSGB expands senior management team after successful first 12 months
The company, which delivers a comprehensive range of fleet management services, launched in spring last year based on a co-ownership business model. The firm was … Read More »
TTC offers free online road risk audit for fleets
The call comes from fleet road safety specialist TTC, which says its DriverProtect test will quickly reveal if a business is successfully minimising its workplace road … Read More »
Lexus LC 500h hybrid coupe to receive world premiere at Geneva
The premiere follows the debut of the LC last month at the Detroit Motor Show, which is based on the LF-LC concept that was revealed in … Read More »
Small and executive cars perform well in January ex-fleet market, reports Manheim
The data shows that average prices in January were up 2.6% (£178) to £7,042 from December but year-on-year values were down 4.3% (£316). Manheim added that … Read More »
Fleets will recoup higher prices for automatics come resale time, says Autorola
The firm’s analysis shows that typically a new car fitted with an automatic gearbox can cost around £2,000 to £3,000 more than its manual equivalent. However … Read More »
Split between online and auction buyers becoming increasingly noticeable, says Glass’s
Rupert Pontin, head of valuations, said: “To an extent, the attributes of these two tribes are easy to outline. Online buyers are more comfortable with technology … Read More »
News of M6 toll sparks renewed calls for state ownership
The UK’s only pay-to-use motorway is being sold by a consortium of banks that took control from Midlands Expressway Ltd after a debt restructuring. The … Read More »
