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Latest TomTom WEBFLEET OptiDrive includes real-time driving advice
The latest changes follow the introduction of direct feedback to professional drivers, using the TomTom Driver Terminals. The feedback on drive style, including harsh braking, speeding … Read More »
New eConsent paperless licence checking service to bring multiple benefits, says Driving Monitor
Kevin Curtis, managing director of Driving Monitor, explained: “Our new eConsent system is called ePass (Electronic Permit and Safety System) and connects the driver consent with the new … Read More »
Diesel ‘demonisation’ is grey area, says Emissions Analytics
The SMMT campaign, launched last week, is intended to increase consumer awareness of modern diesel engines and follows what the SMMT said was 'widespread confusion' about … Read More »
Electric vehicle RVs closing in on diesel equivalents, says Glass's
According to head of valuations, Rupert Pontin, 2020’s EU-wide target of 95g/km average CO2 emissions means the technology’s current 2% share of the market will have … Read More »
Chevin implements new fleet software implementations team
The four-strong unit is being headed up by Steve De Launay who is joined by Lisa Simpkins, technical trainer; and Rizwan Bashara and Scott Earley, both … Read More »
Volvo adds entry-level model to V60 Plug-in Hybrid
The D5 Twin Engine uses a 161bhp version of the 2.4-litre turbodiesel engine found in the D6 Twin Engine available to date, with the same 68bhp … Read More »
Renault Captur gains higher-powered diesel
The 1.5-litre dCi 110 unit produces 108bhp and 192lb.ft of torque, an increase of 20bhp and 30lb.ft over the dCi 90 unit, yet still offers up … Read More »
New recruits join Marshall Leasing
The new recruits include Julie Irons, who joins as Richard Baird’s New Business Development Team as manager and will be working alongside Baird to grow the … Read More »
ULEVs line up for Silverstone Fleet Show
The timing is extremely relevant this year as new tax rules governing ULEVS take effect from April. For example, the threshold governing 100% capital allowances on … Read More »
55% of young business drivers fear being replaced by driverless cars
The fleet telematics specialist surveyed 2,000 UK employees who drive as part of their job, to find out their attitudes towards driverless cars and the effect … Read More »
BMW reveals 77g/km plug-in hybrid X5
The X5 xDrive40e combines a 245bhp four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with a 113bhp electric motor, both of which are able to drive all four wheels through … Read More »
Outlander PHEV to deliver significant savings for signs & graphics specialist
Launched in the UK last year, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV has an electric range of 32½ miles, emits just 44g of CO2 per kilometre, and boasts … Read More »
Avis adds Yaris Hybrid to London rental fleet
The first of the new additions to Avis’s vehicle fleet will initially be available at major gateway locations – Heathrow and Stansted airports – and in … Read More »
Ogilvie Fleet accelerates expansion plans with HSBC funding
Ranked as one of the largest funding arrangements of its kind to a Scottish-based business in recent years, it will enable Ogilvie Fleet to potentially almost … Read More »
Tusker continues campaign on behalf of teachers
Although salary sacrifice for cars is one of the fastest growing employee benefits in the UK right now, teaching is the only profession that is unfairly … Read More »
DfT to close English road safety comparison website
It added that the equivalent information is now widely available online from several other sources – meaning it provides low value for taxpayers. The ‘English road … Read More »
Enterprise opens at Edinburgh Waverley
Five new jobs will be created at the purpose-built branch, three of which will be for graduates who will join Enterprise’s nationwide Management Trainee Programme. Enterprise … Read More »
UK road fuel tax highest in EU, warns AA
With the Budget due on Wednesday and fuel duty frozen until after the election, the AA challenges all political parties to commit in their election manifestos … Read More »
Fleet Evolution to launch full-time fleet management service at Silverstone Fleet Show
Fleet Evolution is one of a number of fleet specialist firms exhibiting at the Fleet World Fleet Show on 12 May at Silverstone where it will … Read More »
Experteye announces 2015 awards winners
This year's award winners are: Fleeteye CSi Award – for the leasing provider offering the best service to its customers (fleet size up to 250) Winner: … Read More »
Voters say potholes are number one transport priority for next government
A total of 2,040 adults (aged 18 and over) were asked to choose from a list of options what they see as the top two or … Read More »
Fleets to further ramp up use of short-term hire
Almost two in five fleet decision makers (38%) say that they have spent more on rental in 2014, while a similar figure (41%) expect to do … Read More »
BCA reaches one million vehicle milestone
The company attributed the success to a blend of growth in all markets, an expanding geographic footprint and investment in digital channels, innovative services and customer … Read More »
Viridor signs new three-year sole supply deal with Lex Autolease
The deal covers a total fleet of 350 vehicles comprising 290 cars and 60 commercial vehicles and follows a competitive tendering process, with Lex Autolease having … Read More »
GreenRoad reports 33% increase in UK drivers awarded Fleet Elite Status
The company, a leading provider of driver-focused fleet performance management solutions, added that the percentage of drivers with perfect GreenRoad Safety Scores grew even more rapidly, … Read More »
Nev Pooley joins Applied Driving Techniques as head of training & development
The company, a leading provider of fleet compliance and risk management solutions, said the new management role will enable it to further develop its team of … Read More »
“Time for Government to rectify historic LPG investment withdrawal gaffe” says Autogas
The calls are being made after a House of Commons Transport Select Committee report criticised the way the Government withdrew grants supporting the purchase of LPG … Read More »
Highways England to take over motorways and major A roads from 1 April
The change comes as the Government outlines its previously announced road investment strategy for the 2015 to 2020 period in a new document outlining how it will … Read More »
Former epyx director joins RAC to lead drive for growth in B2B
Wallace brings a wealth of industry experience to the role and will be responsible for leading the development of the core business-to-business (B2B) customer base, and … Read More »
Motorist racks up 40 penalty points without ever having a licence
The information was uncovered by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) after it submitted a Freedom of Information request to the DVLA for the top 20 … Read More »