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New Cobra fleet tracking products features crash alert system
Dubbed Cobra Asset Control, Cobra Asset Control Plus and Cobra Asset Control Lockdown, the new products feature the eFNOL (electronic First Notification of Loss) crash alert … Read More »
Leading fleet decision-makers to address driver safety
Taking place tomorrow, 17th July, the event takes place at the Donnington Park Racing Circuit and will bring together a select group from leading corporations including … Read More »
Fleets show support for industry safety recall system
So says the BVRAL, which adds that Ford, Kia and Volvo have already decided to submit vehicle recall information to ReCare and other manufacturers are set … Read More »
Brand loyalty to help drive Hyundai growth from 2014
Although Rushforth expects 2013 to be a “plateau year” in which the company simply maintains market share, Hyundai expects to start growing from 2014 again. The … Read More »
Sign writing specialist issues "golden rules" on fleet vehicle liveries
Although industry research suggests more than 3,000 people per hour see a liveried vehicle operating in a busy area, Tobin Jenkins, managing director of family-owned vehicle … Read More »
Fleetmatics Group PLC appoints European sales director
Bryan is a founding member of Fleetmatics Group PLC and has worked in numerous roles for the company in Ireland and the UK, including field sales … Read More »
Dartford toll booths to be removed to ease congestion
The move follows two consultations and will enable drivers using the crossing to pay through a variety of methods including telephone, text message, online, and at … Read More »
Mazda adds fastback model to line-up for new 3
Both models share the same new, longer wheelbase – which, at 2,700mm, is 60mm longer than the current model and the longest in the C-segment according … Read More »
Diesel expected to surge to 144ppl due to sterling shock
Brent Crude price has increased by US$3/barrel due to the new Middle East uncertainty following events in Egypt and this has resulted in price at the … Read More »
London railway stations gain charge points
All units are GE DuraStation dual-socket charging points, networked via a GPRS data connection and RFID complaint with the Source London Plugged-in Places membership scheme, which … Read More »
Jaama announces new MD
The move, which forms part of the company’s plans for expansion, sees Evans take on responsibility for day-to-day business management and growth. Meanwhile, Francis, who founded … Read More »
Call for change to total lifecycle measurement of CO2 emissions
The action and advisory group, which looks to accelerate a sustainable shift to low carbon vehicles and fuels in the UK, has highlighted that currently about … Read More »
Asda slashes hire car costs following Zenith review
Asda uses Zenith’s in-house teams for vehicle hire services and the two firms worked together to roll out changes including a stricter hire authorisation process, increased … Read More »
Guide outlines benefits of vehicle tracking for road risk management
According to a study by AXA Business Insurance 45% of businesses are ignorant of the Corporate Manslaughter Act, despite it coming into force in April 2008, and … Read More »
Out-of-hours deliveries form part of £30bn London roads plan
Set out by the Mayor’s Roads Task Force (RTF), the 20-year vision includes plans to roof over arterial roads to create new surface space. It also … Read More »
Push messaging functionality offers major benefits for fleets
Andrews says that applications specifically designed to run on devices that have embedded push messaging can be used for a number of purposes: accurate mileage capture, … Read More »
Insurance data shows vast majority of motorists are honest
For its new Honesty Barometer, AXA car insurance analysed more than 30,000 claims between 2010 and 2012 where a driver had hit a parked car and … Read More »
New funding solution reduces costs for Advance Security
Part of the Cordant Group, Advance Security tasked Pendragon Contracts with providing a more integrated and consistent service for its retail and corporate divisions. The creative … Read More »
Honda to drive fleet sales with small diesel CR-V
The newly launched mid-sized crossover has already seen a sales surge this year and this will be boosted by the arrival in October of the 1.6-litre … Read More »
Government to crack down on drug-driving
The latest announcement follows the news that a new offence of driving with a specific controlled drug in the body above the specified limit for that … Read More »
Autoglass to save 15% on fuel costs with Lightfoot
Developed by Ashwoods Automotive Ltd, the efficiency tool helps drivers improve their driving style, fuel efficiency and safety behind the wheel. Autoglass is the first major … Read More »
Procurement for Housing awards preferred supplier status to Days Contract Hire
The deal means that Days Contract Hire will be responsible for supplying a multi-faceted fleet solutions package, including fleet management services for both cars and commercial … Read More »
Mazda6 and CX-5 added to Motability scheme
The move means at least two derivatives of every Mazda model are now available on the scheme and accompanies the announcement of the carmaker’s latest offers, … Read More »
Nissan reports sharp growth in fleet sales
Fleets bought 29,487 Nissan cars from January to June 2013, a rise of 4,102 year on year, which represents a record 5.4% market share. The top … Read More »
Tusker to drive efficiencies with Leaselink and MoDel solutions
The switch to Leaselink has given greater functionality, particularly in areas such as reporting. In addition, users of the system can have regular input into its … Read More »
Arnold Clark Vehicle Management extends Michelin partnership
The leasing company has gradually increased its fitment of Michelin tyres over the past 12 years, and the extended contract puts Michelin as first choice fit … Read More »
Fleets put car provision under close scrutiny
The company’s Alphabet Fleet Management Report (AFMR) 2012, which surveyed 250 UK car fleet managers, also found that the number of employers that benchmark fleet costs … Read More »
Drivers at risk from traffic police cuts
So says road safety charity Brake, which has released data showing that traffic police numbers have been cut by 12% in five years, with some forces … Read More »
AA launches used car website
Launched today (9th July), www.vcars.co.uk has been set up in partnership with the existing VCARS platform and will offer more than 110,000 used cars for sale from over 2,000 … Read More »
EST launches plugged-in fleets category for 2013 Fleet Hero awards
The awards have been running since 2006 and distinguish public and private sector organisations that are achieving environmental best practice by implementing innovative solutions to reduce … Read More »
