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Europcar outlines future licence checking procedures following abolition of paper counterpart
In a statement the company said: “For the UK vehicle rental industry the paper counterpart has always been an important component in checking an individual’s driving … Read More »
Trinity Fire & Security Systems renews fleet deal with Skoda
A leading independent specialist fire and security system suppliers, TF&SS has renewed its three-year fleet relationship with the carmaker by taking delivery of 100 Octavia SE … Read More »
National Windscreens appoints regional director
Coetsee joined National Windscreens 13 years ago following a move to the UK from South Africa. She has had various roles since joining the company, and … Read More »
DVLA Share Driving Licence service goes live
The service has been in private testing but has now been moved to public beta and means that GB driving licence holders can share their information … Read More »
MG appoints new dealer in Scotland
Frasers in Falkirk was started by the fathers of the present directors, David Wishart and Andrew Dickson. The new dealership sits on a 6.5-acre site at … Read More »
Winners of 2015 Fleet World Honours announced
Presented today, Tuesday 19 May 2015 at The Royal Automobile Club, Pall Mall, the Fleet World Honours have seen a new focus on innovation amongst fleet suppliers … Read More »
2015 Fleet Driver of the Year highlights benefits of smarter, safer driving
Crowned at Silverstone on 12th May, Mr Parry was joined on the podium by David Spruce of Neopost in second place and Andy Roberts of Univar, … Read More »
Only 50% of tyres correctly inflated, finds WheelRight
The tyre pressure monitoring was carried out by WheelRight at the NEC’S Commercial Vehicle (CV) Show and also revealed that more than one in 10 of … Read More »
Brake backs Police Federation plea for lower drink drive limit
The call is being made at the Police Federation’s annual conference, being held in Bournemouth this week and follows evidence from Scotland that the lower limit … Read More »
CD Fleet Services expands operations
The company said the moves are being made in response to increased demand for its services in the first half of the year, both in pool … Read More »
Catering butcher improves fleet driver behaviour & business efficiency with Masternaut Connect
The company is using Masternaut Connect for driver behaviour improvements across its fleet of 10 refrigerated transit vans and company cars in a move to reduce … Read More »
Last chance to enter Brake’s Fleet Safety Awards
The road safety charity said the extension is due to the high level of last minute interest for the awards, which will be presented during a … Read More »
Ebbon-Dacs strengthens its fleet business as it exits retail DMS market
In the fleet market, Ebbon-Dacs operates the Leaselink e-procurement platform along with the MoDel vehicle delivery and collection system and its growing telematics proposition, MoDrive, with … Read More »
Zenith wins ‘Best overall reward and benefits strategy’ at inaugural Very Important Benefits (VIB) Awards
The VIB Awards celebrate excellence in reward and employee benefits for both HR practitioners and product providers, and those shortlisted are recognised by industry experts as … Read More »
New air quality minister urged to support increased LPG take-up
The call follows Supreme Court orders to the government to draw up an air pollution cleanup plan after the UK’s failure to meet EU limits on … Read More »
Tusker gains coveted title at regional business awards
The Inspiring Hertfordshire Awards are organised by The Hertfordshire Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the expertise, achievements and outstanding contribution that businesses and individuals achieve. The … Read More »
Maxxia signs up to data services from Experian
Maxxia will use Experian’s software to collate information to monitor its vehicle and non-vehicle assets. Experian will also help Maxxia manage its credit risk with businesses … Read More »
Enterprise UK & Ireland MD moves on to European role
His appointment comes less than six months after Enterprise Holdings terminated a Master License Agreement that Europcar held to operate the National Car Rental and Alamo … Read More »
Only best-presented vehicles will get top values as used car availability improves
Rupert Pontin, head of valuations, said that vehicle condition had been of less importance in recent years because the number of vehicles for sale had been … Read More »
Ford launches most fuel-efficient Fiesta ever as part of small car upgrades
Launched as part of a number of updates to its small car range, the Fiesta ECOnetic model is now equipped with a new 1.5-litre TDCi diesel … Read More »
FIAG workshop spotlights procurement & finance departments’ roles in fleet supplier appointments
Entitled ‘The Role of the Supplier in Supporting the Fleet Manager’, the workshop was sponsored by Enterprise Rent-A-Car and held at the company’s Training Centre in … Read More »
Car sharing firm deploys 30 BMW i3s for London fleet
Launched by BMW Group and Sixt SE, DriveNow now has a fleet of 270 BMW and MINI vehicles available on a booking-free basis in London, all … Read More »
BVRLA comments on new ministerial line-up
“We welcome the reappointments of Patrick McLoughlin, Robert Goodwill and Claire Perry to their Department for Transport posts,” said BVRLA chief executive, Gerry Keaney. “This rare … Read More »
Chancellor’s plans for city devolution to include transport
The proposals, which will be included in the Queen's Speech later this month, would build upon the northern powerhouse vision previously announced that is intended to … Read More »
Arval to open up new insurance product to larger fleets
Launched in February, the product has initially been made available to Arval’s small and medium sized customers and joins the firm’s existing Arval Total Care solution, … Read More »
Tusker calls on government to open up salary sacrifice to teachers
So says Tusker as it calls on the new government to close the current loophole which means that state-maintained school teachers are excluded from accessing salary … Read More »
FMG invests £1m in technology & appoints new IT director
The investment project, which will take place over the next 12-18 months, comes just weeks after the announcement of a management buy-out at FMG and is … Read More »
Volkswagen to boost performance in key markets with new appointments
Matthew Mulkerrins has joined as area fleet manager for the South East of England. He brings extensive automotive knowledge having joined Volkswagen from Toyota and Lexus where … Read More »
Only 17% of fleet drivers understand implications of new drug driving legislation
That’s according to a survey, conducted by DriverConnex, which has developed an easy to use app to help employees and their employers stay safe and compliant … Read More »
TyreSafe to reveal this year’s Tyre Safety Month campaign at annual briefing
Tyre Safety Month takes place every October and sees public awareness events take place across the UK, including with local police and fire services, tyre pressure … Read More »