Category : Latest News
RoadHawk targets fleets with new multi-camera black box recorder
Offering all the features and benefits of the firm’s forward-facing black box cameras, the RoadHawk E10 multi-camera system (see video here) also offers up to 360-degree internal … Read More »
Fleet software to offer increasing specialism, reports Chevin
According to David Gladding, sales director, the trend is developing partially in response to the sheer size and scope of some systems currently available.
Manheim holds first events under new Manheim Scotland banner
Following the acquisition of a second site in Lanarkshire to complement its existing Glasgow premises, Manheim Scotland saw more than 600 vehicles go under the hammer … Read More »
New Jaguar XE to include cutting-edge driver aids & infotainment system
Set to make its world premiere in London on 8th September, the new XE will be the first Jaguar to feature the new InControl infotainment system … Read More »
Skoda unveils new Fabia
Due to go on sale in early 2015, the third-generation model will use up to 17% less fuel than its predecessor and will offer an all-new … Read More »
Fleet warned of hefty bills from diesel particulate filters
DPFs have been fitted for over a decade as part of the vehicle’s exhaust system to reduce harmful exhaust emission. They work by trapping “soot” particles … Read More »
New corporate sales manager for South East joins Volkswagen Group Leasing
Lake will be responsible for securing new corporate fleet accounts and continuing to build up Volkswagen Group Leasing’s success in this region. Lake has been in … Read More »
Car hacking presents growing threat
The problem of car hacking, which has frequently been in the news of late, is becoming more widespread as thieves exploit keyless ignition systems, using a … Read More »
New technologies to push average family car to under 90g/km & over 300mpg by 2020
The publication has revealed the top five new technologies that will propel the average family car to achieve CO2 output figures of well under 90g/km and … Read More »
New Renault Twingo priced from £9,495 in the UK
Unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March, the car features a rear-engined, rear-wheel drive platform developed with Daimler and shared with the next Smart ForFour. … Read More »
Glass’s adds leasing to website services
The www.glass.co.uk website will now include a tab for lease cars, in line with the firm’s growing ambitions in the “consumer space”. Glass’s head of partnerships … Read More »
139mph driver tops list of top 20 recorded speeding offences in Scotland
The figures have been obtained by road safety charity the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) through a Freedom of Information request to Police Scotland. They show … Read More »
Fleet drivers are almost three times more likely to hit 90mph or more
According to the RAC’s Report on Motoring 2014, nearly nine in 10 (88%) British company car drivers admit to regularly exceeding the speed limit on motorways, … Read More »
Belfast-based leasing firm moves into UK mainland market
The firm, which previously traded as Lease Options, has appointed Richard Gayton to cover the North of England whilst Mark Adams takes on responsibility for the … Read More »
Two-thirds of UK motorists against driverless cars
Business Secretary Vince Cable announced plans last month (July 2014) for a £10m trial for driverless cars to go ahead in three cities and on certain … Read More »
Prices announced for updated Audi A7 Sportback
The new range, which is set to start first customer deliveries in late 2014, brings design changes including the use of new headlights and a revised … Read More »
100% electric taxi firm signs up to renewable energy
Based in Canary wharf, the firm started with just a handful of Nissan LEAFs and are now in the process of rapidly expanding their fleet, servicing … Read More »
Prices revealed for revised VW Touareg
Scheduled to start first deliveries in November, the new model brings increased economy and more interior options along with a revised exterior. Under the changes, the … Read More »
Careless driving fines prompt change in drivers’ behaviour
However, although 29% say they have altered their behaviour, as many as 74% say they have not noticed a change in other drivers' habits. Introduced last … Read More »
Enterprise Rent-A-Car opens first branch on the Isle of Wight
Sited in the centre of Newport – the Isle of Wight’s largest town – and close to its biggest businesses, the new branch will offer residents … Read More »
Lorry levy hauls in more than £17 million from foreign truckers
According to DfT, this total is the equivalent of the cost to patch more than 320,000 potholes on British roads, fund 3,400 extra electric car grants … Read More »
Used car trade values to stay stable for next three months, says CAP
According to the latest short-term forecast from CAP Black Book Plus, reductions in average trade values for all used car sectors will range from zero to … Read More »
New Masternaut Tax & Expense Manager app includes direct odometer readings
The module is the latest in a series of new applications announced by the telematics provider, following the launch of Masternaut Connect last year. Available as … Read More »
Jaama announces new autumn dates for Fleet Management Essentials seminars
Updated with more information on a host of topical areas, the seminars reflect best practice and the impact of changing legislation and taxation in a number … Read More »
New site launched to provide free, accurate used car values
The wepricecars.com team is led by Martin Keighley, one of the most experienced valuation experts in the country with over 35 years’ “coal-face” experience. He said: … Read More »
Tesla extends UK fast charge network to Birmingham
Located at Hyatt Regency Hotels in Portman Square, London, and Bridge Street, Birmingham, the units offer an 80% charge in around half an hour – enough … Read More »
“No win no-fee” compensation claims for roads draining taxpayers’ money
The call comes from the Local Government Association (LGA), which says that such claims are draining taxpayers' money from schools and important local services and adds … Read More »
Political parties urged to address roads, fuel pricing & driver behaviour
The RAC is calling for each party to put forward plans on tackling these issues – which were identified in the 2014 edition of the RAC … Read More »
Chargemaster confirms free wallbox offer to continue
The company said it will continue to install 3kW wallboxes at no cost to the end user, including six months’ membership to the POLAR charging point … Read More »
Volkswagen Group Leasing sails away with new deal from Sunseeker
The contract worth over £220,000 will deliver a mixture of Volkswagen Transporter and Crafter vans. These are supplied on a five year service and maintenance contract … Read More »
