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Microlise becomes corporate supporter for FairFuelUK Campaign
The company says it is the first telematics firm to support the campaign and will be sharing the insight gained from data generated by vehicles connected … Read More »
Mazda set to unveil new Koeru crossover concept at Frankfurt
The name Koeru, Japanese for ‘exceed’, or ‘go beyond’, has been selected for Mazda’s latest venture into the growing crossover market. Designed using the KODO – … Read More »
Technology causing problems for vehicle owners, finds inaugural J.D Power survey
The study examines 177 problem symptoms across eight categories: engine and transmission; vehicle exterior; driving experience; features/controls/displays; audio/communication/entertainment/navigation (ACEN); seats; heating, ventilation and cooling (HVAC); and … Read More »
Suzuki Baleno set for Frankfurt Motor Show debut
The Baleno’s new technologies include the first application of the newly Suzuki developed 1.0-litre BOOSTERJET direct injection turbocharged petrol engine. Fuel efficiency has been improved by … Read More »
Michelin Tyre appoints new commercial director for UK and Republic of Ireland
The expanded role will see Heywood join the senior leadership team of Michelin Tyre plc and he will represent the company commercially in the UK and … Read More »
IAM concerned at ‘stagnation’ in progress on drink drive accidents
Drinking and driving data from 1979-2014 shows there were an estimated 8,320 drink-drive casualties in 2014 in Britain, up from 8,270 in 2013. This is the … Read More »
CMS SupaTrak Launches Training Academy
The new services can be delivered both on and offline and are designed to advise businesses on topics such as compliance, driver behaviour, fuel management, health … Read More »
Fleet and petrol registrations outstrip UK market growth
A total of 178,420 vehicles were registered in the UK during July, up 3.2% on last year, with the largest percentage increase among fleets, up 6.4% … Read More »
ESOS deadline is just four months away
By 5 December 2015, firms with more than 250 employees or those with a turnover exceeding £35m and balance sheet in excess of £30m must have … Read More »
Auto Windscreens acquires AA AutoWindshields
Announced today (5 August), the deal will see AA AutoWindshields’ Preston offices and its 200 staff and technicians integrated with Auto Windscreens and, under a ten … Read More »
Safety upgrades for Aygo and Yaris
The features form part of the Toyota Safety Sense package, introduced on the refreshed Avensis and Auris earlier this year, but previously unavailable on smaller models. … Read More »
Fleets warned about expensive repairs for two-tone alloy wheels
Contract hire company, Activa Contracts, part of the Arnold Clark Group, says the finish is being offered by at least a dozen different manufacturers, either as … Read More »
AdBlue requirement of new Euro 6 diesels may cause issues for unprepared fleets
From 1 September 2015, all new cars, plus light commercial vehicles under 1305kg (unladen), sold in the EU must be compliant with EU6 standards for exhaust … Read More »
New telematics service for Fleet Hire's salary sacrifice and fleet customers
TelMi hardware is being fitted to all new cars supplied by Fleet Hire to salary sacrifice customers through its Car Salary Exchange division as an aid … Read More »
Global warming a concern but carbon taxes are unpopular, survey shows
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers and ICM Unlimited poll surveyed 2,009 people, finding 57% were concerned about global warming, with 14% claiming to be ‘very worried’ … Read More »
Europcar opens sixth rental location in Bristol
The new central location gives business and leisure traveller’s to the area access to flexible car and van hire, including the Prestige from Europcar range. The new … Read More »
National Grid renews salary sacrifice contract with Tusker
Following its inception in 2011, over 100 cars were been ordered within the first 48 hours from launch, and more than 1,500 orders placed to date. … Read More »
Audi, BMW and Daimler to co-acquire Nokia mapping subsidiary
HERE offers a multitude of services based on historic and real-time traffic movement data, including last-mile navigation and the ability to predict delays based on the … Read More »
99% of drivers would not investigate a car alarm
The survey found that the constant beep-beep-beep of a vehicle alarm tops the list of late-night annoyances in suburban living, usually because they are almost always … Read More »
MINI Connected app relaunched with new services and updates
The rejuvenated MINI Connected will simplify the App’s menu interfaces and offer MINI drivers access to road information and driving related functions. New and updated features … Read More »
Drivers call for free parking proposition to be extended to small towns
The AA Populus poll found that for the majority (71%) of drivers, the amount charged for parking often determines whether or not they will visit a … Read More »
Electric car share scheme goes live in Northamptonshire hospital
Berrywood Hospital in Dunston, Campbell House in Northampton and St. Mary’s Hospital in Kettering have deployed two vehicles each, which will all be available for public … Read More »
Lex reports fleet growth for first half of 2015
The fleet management giant achieved fleet growth of 6500 vehicles, (2% in its fleet size) to over 300,000 vehicles during the first half of 2015. This … Read More »
Street light switch-off study contradicts coroner and DfT evidence, says AA
The observational study was based on analysis of geographically coded police data on road traffic collisions and crime in 62 local authorities. The survey concluded that … Read More »
Glenn McCulley joins Fiat Chrysler as national fleet sales manager
Reporting to fleet and business sales director Francis Bleasdale, McCulley takes over responsibility for the core fleet sales team, driving registrations to sub-500 vehicle fleets, UK-wide. … Read More »
Last chance to submit Prince Michael International Road Safety Award nominations
The awards recognise achievement and innovation that will improve road safety. To view all previous winners, click here. Award categories are based on the five pillars … Read More »
Auto Windscreens’ 'Tour De Chesterfield' raises £1,265 for Prostate Cancer
The charity event comprised four teams led by the senior members of the business, cycling on static bikes donated by Simply Gym, each attempting to cover … Read More »
Mobile payment solution goes live on Shell forecourts nationwide
Launched in response to customer feedback requesting faster and easier ways to pay, the service means customers now have the option to pay for their fuel … Read More »
Sytner Audi simplifies fleet management with BiK app
The Audi dealership has seen an increase in efficiency after using DCML’s BIK software for more than eight months across its fleet of 40 vehicles. As … Read More »
Diverse shortlist of nominees for 2015 Low Carbon Champions Awards
The awards, now in their fifth year, will be presented at the networking and Awards Dinner at the DoubleTree by Hilton, Milton Keynes in collaboration with … Read More »
