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UK’s autonomous vehicle projects to come under spotlight in LCV2015 Intelligent Mobility Seminars
Set to attract more than 2,500 delegates, LCV2015 will take place in Millbrook on 9-10 September 2015, and will explore the latest research, technology developments and … Read More »
Jaama announces duo of new appointments
The new recruits have joined the operations team responsible for implementing Jaama’s Key2 software and training new and existing customers to maximise system use. Keith Newman, … Read More »
Enterprise Rent-A-Car launches new mobile app
Available for download on mobiles with either iOS or Android operating systems, the free app enables users to book, access and manage their reservations. Business customers … Read More »
Manheim Online charity ball helps raise £11,588 for children’s hospice Rainbows
The annual Rainbows fundraising ball at Hothorpe Hall in Leicestershire was attended by 120 guests from the UK motor trade who all wore brightly red ties … Read More »
Fleet Assist boss to take part in 1,900-mile solo charity cycle ride
English is now almost more than a week into a six-week cycle ride from his Hertfordshire home to Brindisi at the foot of Italy. He explained: … Read More »
New research looks to dismiss stereotypes on drivers’ choice of cars
The visual uses information gathered from YouGov Profiler, Google Trends and search volume on the Motorparks website and looks at subjects including what is the most … Read More »
Facelifted DS4 gains new Crossback variant
Launched in 2011, the upgraded model will now be offrered in two versions, the standard hatchback plus a new Crossback version that brings a 30mm higher … Read More »
SEAT roll-out of connectivity solutions to bring safety and efficiency benefits for fleets
The three-in-one solution is being made available on the new Ibiza CONNECT closely followed by the new Alhambra and 2016 Leon and Toledo models. The technology … Read More »
Kia confirms Prius rival and performance models
It reflects two priority areas for the brand, reinforcing its emphasis on efficiency and technology at one end and sportiness at the other, according to President … Read More »
New fleet reporting solution combines driver behaviour data and vehicle camera footage
Available for both car and van fleets, the Safety League Table enables operators to monitor the best and worst performing drivers within their fleet. The technology … Read More »
Tusker’s Mark Sinclair appointed to the ICFM board
Sinclair, who is a chartered accountant, has broad experience within the fleet leasing sector. He previously worked for Alphabet (GB) Limited for 12 years in a variety … Read More »
Next Nissan Juke to be produced in Sunderland under £100m investment plans
Nissan Europe Chairman, Paul Willcox said: “The Juke’s unique design is one of the reasons Nissan is now the undisputed crossover leader, underpinning five consecutive years … Read More »
Construction firm to save more than £100k by switching to WLC policy
Family-owned Osborne, which has a combined car and light commercial fleet of some 500 vehicles, turned to Activa Contracts to provide a root and branch review … Read More »
Fuel price plummets in August but rises may be on the way
The organisation’s data shows that the average price of petrol was down by 4p a litre last month to 112.42p, whilst a further 5p was shaved … Read More »
Kia releases latest images of new Sportage
As previously revealed, the new fourth-generation model brings all-new styling, including a bolder front-end with the headlights moved away from the grille and further up the … Read More »
Traffic delays on work-related car journeys costing businesses £4.5bn
The research forms part of the company’s annual Report on Company Motoring, which also revealed that in total, employees spend around 70 million hours per week … Read More »
New 65-plate success marred by pre-registrations, says Glass's
Rupert Pontin, head of valuations, said: "The new car market is 6.5% up on the year and this is clearly good news. However, there are some … Read More »
70% of motorists concerned over security risks of keyless cars, survey finds
Some car security devices are vulnerable to ‘close-range wireless communication’ attacks, which clones a key’s built-in immobilisers. This means cars can be unlocked remotely, without their … Read More »
Safety tops concerns over driverless cars
The research was carried out by vehicle leasing firm OSV Ltd, which surveyed around 500 people in the and found that only 28% have no concerns … Read More »
Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7 get five stars in latest Euro NCAP results
Vehicles tested included the Volvo XC90 and Audi Q7, which both gained five-star ratings but Euro NCAP added that it was the XC90 that made the … Read More »
CLM and FMG celebrate decade-long partnership
During their decade-long partnership FMG has responded to over 25,000 incidents involving CLM’s customer’s vehicles, providing a 24/7 service that includes first notification of loss, repair … Read More »
Volkswagen announces pricing and specs for new Touran
Built on Volkswagen’s MQB platform and first shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March, the new Touran is 130mm longer than the model it replaces, … Read More »
Deadline for nominations for ACFO 2015 Awards looms
The ACFO Awards are being held for the 32nd year with the awards ceremony, which is traditionally attended by almost 300 people, once more being hosted … Read More »
Government approves BVRLA’s Conciliation Service
The regulation comes into force on 1 October 2015, and will legally require traders to give customers with unresolved disputes information about alternative dispute resolution (ADR) … Read More »
Search is on for ‘most efficient fleet driver’ at 2015 MPG Marathon
There will be ten places up for grabs on a first-come, first-served basis for drivers and co-drivers. The lucky contestants will all participate in five identical … Read More »
Company car remains key part of benefits, finds 2015 Lex report
That’s according to the 2015 Report on Company Motoring by Lex Autolease published today (1 September 2015). The report is an in-depth review of issues, challenges … Read More »
Company cars remain highest value Benefit in Kind whilst take-up remains stable
Provisional HMRC figures for 2013-14 shows that the number of drivers paying BiK on a company car was 940,000 – the same as for 2012-13 but … Read More »
GE reports sharp rise in company car drivers now ordering new vehicles online
The firm says a total of 87% of drivers whose employers lease company cars through GE Capital Fleet Services now order their vehicles online. Gary Killeen, … Read More »
Drive Software Solutions joins Leaseurope
Leaseurope’s chair Enrico Duranti commented: “It is great news that Drive Software Solutions is joining Leaseurope. Our associate members include a number of leading players who … Read More »
Infiniti reveals Q30 interior prior to Frankfurt debut
Similar in design to the concept shown two years ago at Frankfurt, the cabin brings Dinamica suede-like material from Italy for the roof and support pillars … Read More »