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New speed limit from Dunblane to Inverness must be properly enforced, says FTA
The decision to install the new average speed camera system which will run from Dunblane to Inverness follows an on-going review of evidence as well as … Read More »
£5-£7k used cars seeing strong demand
So says online remarketing specialist Autorola UK, which adds that used prices are often making 10% more online than the used value guides in the right … Read More »
Fleets should prioritise driver education as much as vehicle selection, finds CVO
The annual fleet barometer, supported by the vehicle leasing and fleet management company, includes more than 4,800 interviews with fleet decision makers across 16 countries. The … Read More »
Chevin launches first fleet app
FleetWave Mobile works on Android and mobile Windows smartphones and tablet, with an Apple iOS version also in development. The app can be adapted to the … Read More »
MPG Marathon tests navigation skills and driving ability
Event organiser Ross Durkin said: 'Ever since we first introduced the event in 2000 we have used a fixed route, as you would expect with a … Read More »
Jaama software development team gains new recruit
Prior to joining Jaama, Rygielski was employed for more than eight years by officebroker.com, a leading independent office search service. He had a wide range of … Read More »
LeasePlan & Deloitte release fleet tax guide
Dubbed “The Inside Track: a guide to company car taxation”, a report by the two firms looks at the latest changes including: The re-calibrating of CO2 … Read More »
Over half of drivers fail to take regular breaks
Published as the holiday season starts, the study also shows that one in 10 (9%) drivers don't stop at all on long journeys unless they absolutely … Read More »
Buyer confidence in online auctions on the up
The volume of used vehicles sold via G3’s online channel is up 21% year on year, with finance cars contributing to approximately 6% increase in these … Read More »
Fleets remain positive about growth, finds CVO Barometer
The annual fleet barometer is supported by vehicle leasing and fleet management company Arval and includes more than 4,800 interviews with fleet decision makers across 16 … Read More »
Number of motorists failing breathalyser tests fall after police campaign
The ACPO (The Association of Chief Police Officers) anti-drink and drug driving campaign ran throughout the month of June and tasked officers across the country with … Read More »
London Congestion Charge payment in shops & petrol stations ends
The change, which follows a public consultation, has been introduced on the back of a fall in the use of shops and petrol stations to pay … Read More »
Fleet drivers warned to fit right towbar wiring harness
Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions is highlighting that the majority of towbars are fitted after the car has been delivered to the driver and adds that not … Read More »
BMW & Chargemaster team up for UK charging network
The two companies will now work together to improve the availability of charging points across the UK and market electromobility to customers as BMW prepares to … Read More »
Leon SC set to conquest sales
The carmaker has one of the youngest customer profiles in the business, with an average age of just 38, and the Leon SC is expected to … Read More »
LCV2013 to host Low Carbon Vehicle Technical Expert Panel for fleet managers
The "Question Time" session will see an expert panel answer pre-submitted questions from fleet managers about ultra-low carbon vehicles. The audience will then actively contribute to … Read More »
SMEs to gain larger fleet benefits under new Europcar service
Dubbed Business Connect, the new service gives local businesses and SMEs more choice and flexibility, as well as competitive rates on a wide range of Europcar's … Read More »
VRA conference to put spotlight on future needs for fleet remarketing
Being held at the Crowne Plaza, Heythrop Park, the conference will feature a line-up of speakers on the theme of “The future depends on what you … Read More »
Employee benefits specialist outsources fleet to GE Capital
The agreement, which covers 70 vehicles, has been developed using a whole-life cost approach as the basis for the vehicle choice list and includes comprehensive range … Read More »
The road to autonomy is not smooth
So says Martin Leach, chairman of automotive services provider Magma Group, in a report by news agency Headlineauto. Leach commented: ‘There will be a degree of … Read More »
4x4s continue to dominate used cars
The quickest selling car of last month was the Audi S3, taking the top spot with an average selling time of 31.6 days, but once again, … Read More »
Dramatic fall in insurance costs for Volvo models
Fitted as standard to all new Volvo models except the XC90, the technology has been praised for its ability to help drivers avoid low speed crashes … Read More »
Arval UK appoints new MD
Beckers, who has held the MD role for three years, is to become chief commercial officer, based in Paris, from 1st September 2013. He will lead … Read More »
Halfords Autocentres halves car hire costs with stricter controls
The company, which serves over 750,000 customers every year across a network of over 290 autocentres nationwide, primarily uses car hire for replacement vehicles when either … Read More »
Crossover to triple Suzuki UK fleet sales
The S-Cross goes on sale this autumn, followed by a low-CO2 city car in 2014 then a Juke-rivalling B-segment crossover in 2015 and finally a new … Read More »
New Fleet Logistics director to drive UK & international expansion
Based at Fleet Logistics’ Birmingham office, Raponi will be responsible for the identification and recruitment of new national fleet customers, as the company bids to expand … Read More »
BMW announces prices for i3 electric car
The i3 electric car will be delivered to customers in the UK from November and will be available on a 36-month leasing contract for an initial … Read More »
Croydon Council halves grey fleet usage with Zipcar partnership
The pilot followed a radical transport review by the council in early 2010 with the aim of implementing a fleet solution that would cut costs and … Read More »
BVRLA/PWC workshop calls for greater government & fleet co-operation
This was one of the conclusions of a recent workshop hosted by the BVRLA and consultants PwC, which included representatives from across government, the fleet sector, … Read More »
Fleets offered free rental days in Pendragon Contracts summer promotion
Pendragon Contracts has seen its rental activity rise by over a third year on year and the latest promotion is designed to encourage new customers to … Read More »
