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Latest 9-3 sets CO2 benchmark, with emissions of 119g/km for diesels
The latest Saab 9-3 features a range of three twin turbocharged engines, comprising comprises a 130bhp TTiD unit (replacing the previous 120bhp TiD engine), a 160bhp … Read More »
ACEA says changes to trade deal 'can and must be made'
The European Parliament met in plenary in Strasbourg and approved amendments to the safeguard measures that will accompany the free trade agreement (FTA) with South Korea. … Read More »
Trakm8 to show fleets how to reduce their environmental impact and cut costs
The firm will be attending the Eco2 Transport Exhibition on 16-18 November at Earls Court in London – an event that it says is particularly relevant … Read More »
Infiniti reveals pricing and trim levels for M30d
Featuring Infiniti’s first engine developed specifically for Europe – a 3.0-litre V6 piezo-injection diesel with 406lb.ft of torque and CO2 emissions of 199g/km – the M30d … Read More »
Kia announces recall of some Soul and Sorento models for door wiring fix
The company says it's discovered a potential fault has been identified in a small section of the door wiring loom that controls the "mood" lighting in … Read More »
Fleets must promote safer driver behaviour as well as safer driving technologies
Ms Scarr said: 'We welcome the continuing development of safety-driven vehicle technologies to assist drivers. From seat-belts through to crumple zones, airbags and now advanced driver … Read More »
Fleet values fall again in latest Manheim Remarketing data
The firm's latest data shows a 2.3% (£134) reduction in fleet values to £5,791. Manheim Remarketing also reports that average wholesale used car values fell by … Read More »
Vehicle tracking drives down fuel costs at Sunderland City Council
Ctrack’s tracking system has been fitted on a range of commercial vehicles including vans, road sweepers and refuse trucks to drive down costs, enhance performance and … Read More »
Ford announces C-MAX pricing and specification
Both the five-seater C-MAX and the seven-seater Grand version, which is expected to account for up to two-thirds of sales, come with a simplified two-model line-up … Read More »
Kwik-Fit prepares for cold weather with new winter tyre programme
Kwik-Fit is actually urging fleets to plan for winter driving conditions by arranging now for summer tyres fitted to vehicles to be removed in October/November before … Read More »
Leading fleets signal interest in Nissan Leaf EV
The 100% electric vehicle, which is available for delivery from March, is said to be considerably cheaper to run than a conventional compact family hatchback. Depending … Read More »
Latest registration figures show continued recovery in fleet sector
According to the latest SMMT data, a total of 31,544 new cars were registered to fleets in August – up by 8.2% on the total of … Read More »
Fleets turn to Defect Module to help meet best practice guidelines
The company's Defect Manager system is a web portal within its Key2 Vehicle Management software system, which can be accessed remotely via a personal digital assistant … Read More »
Securitas implements GreenRoad 360+ to reduce crashes and lower costs
The GreenRoad 360+ driver behaviour service continuously rates driving skills to provide drivers with real-time feedback about those manoeuvres that most affect safe driving, fuel efficiency … Read More »
New mobile workforce management system delivers improved customer service
Aeromark’s Service Link is a unified paperless planning, job-despatch, PDA workflow, vehicle tracking and turn-by-turn navigation system, and was selected by Northgate MS after a period … Read More »
Vehicle sourcing firm launches new "personal shopper" service
The company says its car-buying team has more than 20 years' experience and can be used to locate vehicles that meet clients' exact specifications with significant … Read More »
Northgate rebrands to raise profile and boost business
The rental specialist has moved from a network of 20 local individual brands to the development of the Northgate Vehicle Hire national brand, which is now … Read More »
RoadSafe throws weight behind new risk management tool
Launched by software company a2om, the a2om doc tool is said to help improve business efficiency and safety and is already in use by a number … Read More »
Thames Valley Police contracts Thrifty to meet flexible rental needs
The contract was awarded following a tender process that included seven competitors. Thrifty was chosen for its professionalism and ability to provide a high standard of … Read More »
PARIS PREVIEW: Hyundai to premiere ix20 B-segment MPV
The new model is the second in Hyundai's line-up to adopt its new "fluidic sculpture" design following the launch of the ix35 and Hyundai promises that … Read More »
Fiat signs another major deal as part of fleet push
The Hertz-owned car-by-the-hour business has agreed a deal to include 170 Fiat 500 and Alfa MiTo cars on its fleet, as it prepares to roll out … Read More »
Cable&Wireless adopts Zenith Provecta's Salary Exchange for Cars scheme
The company is to implement Zenith Provecta's Salary Exchange product, which will be supported by a series of roadshows hosted by Zenith Provecta for C&W Worldwide's … Read More »
BT and Tesco.com to speak on driver safety at Driving for Better Business event
British Telecom and Tesco.com, which are both long-established business champion members of the government-backed Driving for Better Business campaign, which is managed by RoadSafe, will be … Read More »
Volvo Cars becomes ACEA member
Ivan Hodac, secretary general of the ACEA, said: 'We welcome Volvo Cars in our midst and are convinced that the company will make a valuable contribution … Read More »
RAC launches specialist patrols to deal with misfuelling
RAC Fuel Patrol is a service available to both RAC members and non-members that aims to get drivers back on the road faster after misfuelling. The … Read More »
Magnet renews 650-vehicle contract with Leasedrive Velo
Based in Darlington, the leading kitchen retailer has committed to a fully managed contract that covers both company cars and vans and 40 user-chooser drivers. The … Read More »
Trimble to expand European solutions with Punch Telematix
Earlier this year Trimble made a cash bid worth €13.5 million euros for the Belgian maker of on-board computers for trucks. Now the company says it's … Read More »
New MD at Michelin Tyre PLC
Eric Le Corre has assumed the role, bringing with him experience of Michelin’s operations in Europe and North America after 11 years with the company, most … Read More »
PARIS PREVIEW: Citroen DS4 to put in appearance
Like the DS3, the new model, which combines coupé style with 2+2 door practicality, will focus on bold styling and agile handling. From a design point … Read More »
Gamestec to put vehicle monitoring system to test
The system is to be provided under a new three-year arrangement with Northgate Vehicle Hire that will see Gamestec provided with a fleet of 24 Mercedes … Read More »
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