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Mobile phone use overtakes tailgating as nation’s most hated driving habit
Tailgating, previously the number one most hated habit among motorists when Kwik Fit conducted the study in 2010, now takes second place, cited by 42% of … Read More »
Jaama significantly enhances risk profiling module
Jaama’s new Key2 Risk Profile module provides fleets with the flexibility to configure their own driver risk definitions which can be weighted by factors such as: … Read More »
Brake announces finalists for Fleet Safety Awards
The annual event, sponsored by Arval, recognises the achievements of fleet operators and suppliers who are working hard to reduce road crashes involving at-work drivers. A full … Read More »
Yorkshire Ambulance Service slashes tyre costs under ATS deal
The three-year deal, which was secured via the Government Procurement Service (GPS) tyre framework agreement (now part of the Crown Commercial Service), sees ATS Euromaster’s experienced … Read More »
Europcar adds Peugeot 308 to fleet
The new Peugeot 308 is available to book and collect from all of Europcar's locations, subject to availability, and brings great fuel economy along with practicality … Read More »
Lexus NX hybrid targets diesel-heavy crossover sector
Set to be shown at the Beijing Motor Show on the 20th April, the production NX draws heavily on the styling of the 2013 LF-NX concept … Read More »
ICFM appoints Jeremy Snook to council
Snook has over 30 years of PR experience managing world-leading brands and over 20 years’ PR experience achieving top results at a pan-European level. As manager … Read More »
Toyota Aygo proves favourite choice for Subway delivery fleet
Panmario Bordesley Green Ltd, the company which holds the franchise for the SUBWAY stores in the region, is now running a fleet of four Aygo to … Read More »
Economic recovery already benefiting used car market, says Glass’s
In its Q1 update, released today, Glass’s has reported an 11% increase in customers in the first three months of 2014, as well as increased sales … Read More »
Dft calls for help with young drivers at work research
In particular, the DfT would like to hear from those who have responsibility for hiring staff (general manager), well-being of staff (HR managers) and vehicles (fleet … Read More »
Business insurance costs to spiral
The alert has been issued by the National Association of Bodyshops (NAB), which represents the UK’s leading body repair specialists, ahead of a report by the … Read More »
2014 Silverstone Fleet Show is unqualified success
Attended by most of the major fleet manufacturers, the Show provided fleet decision-makers with a chance to get behind the wheel of the latest fleet cars, … Read More »
New business mileage app could help save fleets significantly
Launched by technology firm iPointlive, the app allows firms to accurately monitor business mileage, employee locations and overtime claims. Once installed onto employees’ existing GPS-enabled smartphones, … Read More »
Alphabet to supply company cars to London Fire Brigade
The contract hire deal, which includes full maintenance, has been signed following an independent selection process run by independent public service advisory organisation, Capita Asset Services … Read More »
Lex Autolease to develop business opportunities under newly created role
The board-level position will see Hyett manage the company's business development function and take responsibility for developing new business opportunities across all sectors. Previously head of mega … Read More »
Practical Car & Van Rental partners with In-Car Cleverness across UK network
As well as analysing driver behaviour during rentals, customers will benefit from asset protection in terms of tracing fleet vehicles, advanced remote vehicle fault alerts, totally … Read More »
Toyota recalls 35,124 vehicles in UK
The recall affects over 6.4m vehicles globally, with no reports of any accidents, injuries or fatalities linked to these issues In the UK, Toyota is conducting … Read More »
Manheim launches its debut open online auction
Said to be a first in the industry, the open online auctions will feature a live auctioneer taking bids, along with live audio and live visual. … Read More »
2014 Silverstone Fleet Show 2014 gets off to a flying start
Returning to the home of Grand Prix racing, this year’s Show once again provides senior fleet decision-makers with the opportunity to test drive a wide range … Read More »
Bristol City Council pilots Enterprise car sharing programme
The Enterprise CarShare programme being piloted by the council is similar to pool car schemes and is operated by Enterprise Rent-A-Car. It is targeted at employees who … Read More »
Carter Jonas awards Tusker contract hire and salary sacrifice contracts
Carter Jonas now operates from a national network of 28 offices, following the recent expansion in outer London through the strategic acquisition of Sullivan Thomas, an … Read More »
TRL offers fleets free stickers in tailgating trial
TRL has been commissioned by the Highways Agency to investigate the effectiveness of decals on raising awareness of the dangers of following too closely. TRL is … Read More »
Skoda targets company car drivers with SE Business range
The SE Business range covers 19 variants of the Octavia and Superb hatch and estate and recently updated Yeti Outdoor, all of which feature versions of … Read More »
David Brennan to step down at LeasePlan UK
Brennan will be leaving LeasePlan to take on a CEO role for a private equity-backed business. Dave Stickland, the company’s finance director, will act as interim managing … Read More »
Former Zenith chairman invests in FMG
The company said the deal ‘will enhance FMG’s ability to develop its innovative offering to new and existing customers, adding additional ideas to support the company’s development’. Chief executive … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show 2014: Thatcham calls on fleets to kit cars with AEB
The organisation is taking part in tomorrow’s (9th April) Fleet World Fleet Show at Silverstone to give fleet attendees the chance to test auto-braking and see … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show 2014: Fuel card expertise on hand at euroShell stand
With over 50 years of fuel card expertise, the euroShell card is focused on greater control, convenience and security to overall save fleet managers money! The … Read More »
DE Group to offer higher-spec cars to drivers in new contract hire deal
The new deal will deliver fixed cost motoring to DE, enabling the company to offer its fleet drivers higher specification vehicles that are both more cost … Read More »
Over a third of drivers at risk of on-the-spot fines in Europe
In a recent AA Populus survey of 23,317 respondents, over a third of respondents (37%) were not aware that they needed a reflective jacket if driving … Read More »
Silverstone Fleet Show 2014: IAM Drive & Survive to put spotlight on driver risk management
IAM Drive & Survive is the commercial subsidiary of independent road safety charity, the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) and is a leading occupational driver risk … Read More »
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