Category : Latest News
119g/km Land Rover Discovery Sport aims for fleets
Sized to compete with the Audi Q5 and BMW X3, the newcomer will be the first ever two-wheel drive Discovery in the model’s 20-year history, with … Read More »
Ford Focus to retain sub £14k entry price
Prices for the new Ford Focus, in dealerships from November, will start from £13,995; the same as today’s Focus, with a £100 reduction for the top … Read More »
Quindell to buy RAC stake in black box venture
Earlier this year the two organisations announced a joint investment in a new company, Connected Car Solutions, that would distribute Quindell and RAC's combined connected car … Read More »
AEB is ‘most important safety innovation in over 30 years’
The motor insurance research centre investigated the potential impact of autonomous emergency braking (AEB) and found that thousands of accidents could be prevented or the effect … Read More »
Chevin launches flexible fleet replacement cycle tool
Created as part of the company’s FleetWave fleet management software, it tracks individual vehicle age and mileage but can also include additional attributes such as fuel … Read More »
SMEs saving time & money with CompareMyFleet.com
The firm says quotes obtained for clients by CompareMyFleet.com across a wide selection of vehicles, contract lengths and mileages show up to a staggering 52% difference … Read More »
Fleets to be shown LPG benefits at Cenex LCV
Taking place at Millbrook on 10th and 11th September, the event will see LPG autogas offer attendees the chance to get behind the wheel of its … Read More »
Kia unveils new Sorento
Unveiled in Korea, the third-generation model is built on a new platform that brings increased length (+95 mm to 4,780 mm), reduced height (down 15mm to … Read More »
Latest NFDA survey shows carmakers need to work on dealer relationships
The newly published survey covered 29 franchises including Chrysler and Jeep who were separated for the first time in this survey. The survey covered the area … Read More »
Glass’s Guide goes digital
The digital version offers more than 33,000 values, unlimited VRM lookups and an RSS feed streaming live industry news, in comparison to Glass’s printed car Guide, … Read More »
RoSPA teams up with Transport Scotland for guide on preventing road casualties
Dubbed “Road safety: A Guide for Local Councillors in Scotland”, the publication is also aimed at anyone looking to reduce road casualties and comes as road … Read More »
Fleet Alliance relocates in line with expansion plans
The vehicle funding and fleet management specialist says it's on track for a fourth successive record year in terms of fleet size, revenue and profitability after … Read More »
Tusker to help fleets cut CO2 under new green initiatives
The contract hire and salary sacrifice provider is launching the initiatives – which include advice on ultra-low emission vehicles (ULEV) and enhancements to its carbon offsetting … Read More »
Vauxhall Corsa to return up to 87.8mpg
Set to be unveiled at the Paris Motor Show, at which point pricing will also be announced, the brand’s best-selling model will launch with a range … Read More »
New AFR rates announced by HMRC
These rates apply to all journeys on or after this date, until further notice. For one month from the date of change, employers may use either … Read More »
Safety concerns over road congestion during the school run
As the start of Autumn school term approaches, the BCA survey reveals the pressures faced by parents – and other motorists – on school run routes. … Read More »
ABD members call for halt to “reckless” 20mph zones
The organisation has also questioned the motivation of proponents who continue to advocate a national roll out of 20mph zones, despite the ongoing Government investigation and … Read More »
Kent company launches 34-vehicle Tesla hire and chauffeur fleet
The company, which is part of plant hire specialist H.E. Services Group, is targeting environmentally-conscious individuals and businesses primarily in London and the Home Counties, but … Read More »
Fleet demand drives £350,000 investment at FAB Recycling
From its 2.5-acre yard in Cinderford, the company operates a parts recycling service called My Green Fleet, which can supply pre-owned parts nationwide, overnight. My Green … Read More »
UEFA Champions League selects 100% electric vehicles as official transport
Nissan has supplied the all-electric Nissan LEAF hatchback and newly launched e-NV200 light commercial van as part of the official UEFA shuttle service fleet for delegates, … Read More »
LeasePlan releases latest Company Car Taxation Guide
The Guide provides a five year update based upon this year’s Budget announcements, including: - The re-calibrating of CO2 thresholds for the Capital Allowance regime - … Read More »
Suzuki to unveil all-new Vitara at the Paris Motor Show
On sale in the UK early next year, the all-new Vitara will be available with optional ALLGRIP intelligent four wheel drive and both petrol and diesel … Read More »
All-new Volvo XC90 SUV revealed
Replacing a car which has been on sale since 2002, the all-new XC90 is the first Volvo to use the brand’s new Scalable Product Architecture (SPA) … Read More »
SEAT puts continued focus on end user fleets
The growing Leon model range had enabled the brand to set ‘lofty expectations’ for 2014, he said, with corporate sales as a priority. As a result, … Read More »
Glass’s launches RV forecasting tool
According to Glass’s, GlassForecast has been developed to answer the industry’s pressing need for independent future valuations, linked to trade values. With a widely recognised and … Read More »
Budget Car Rental opens over 175 new locations across Europe
In the UK, there are eight new locations and Edinburgh which has recently moved. The new locations include London St. Pancras, which opened earlier this year, … Read More »
“Roads revolution” to create 900 extra miles of lane capacity
This boost is the result of a £24 billion investment – the biggest since the 1970s – which will see annual funding for enhancements to motorways … Read More »
Road Safety GB to sponsor Tyre Safety Month
As a national road safety organisation that includes representatives from many groups across the UK, such as local government road safety teams, Road Safety GB’s involvement … Read More »
Jaama expands customer service team to support growth
Paul Adams has joined the sales team as business development manager with responsibility for managing non-major customer accounts and new business development in the south of … Read More »
Autobar fleet deal marks Prohire’s largest-ever contract win
The contract, which marks Prohire’s biggest-ever contract win, sees the firm appointed as Autobar’s exclusive fleet management provider for the next four years covering contract hire, … Read More »
