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Kia Optima and Sportage get top design honours
The jury, made up of leading product designers from around the globe, bestowed red dot awards on the Kia Sportage compact SUV and the Optima saloon. … Read More »
MPs reject labour call to reverse fuel VAT
Labour forced a Commons debate on the issue this week to put pressure on ministers to act. Shadow chancellor Ed Balls said: 'At a time when … Read More »
PM hints at scrapping fuel duty rise in next week's Budget
The PM said that the Government recognises the “pain” being caused by record petrol prices families and small businesses were feeling, as petrol prices crept over … Read More »
Frost & Sullivan: Awareness and usage of smartphone apps inside cars remains low
For its "Executive Analysis of European Consumers’ Awareness and Preferences for Usage of Smartphone Apps Inside and Outside Car", the consulting firm surveyed 1,911 customers across … Read More »
Skoda knocks down Octavia price to £10,995 in limited offer
A total of 2,000 Octavia 1.6 MPI SE models are to be offered at a price of £10,995 on the road or from just £149 per … Read More »
Hyundai develops innovative solution to long lead times for ix35
The firm says that demand for the ix35 has been unprecedented, in particular for the 2.0-litre diesel deriviative, and so it is taking action to ensure … Read More »
Speedy to offer new member services through Fleet Alliance deal
Speedy has signed an agreement with Fleet Alliance to ensure that its "Speedy Assist" members receive fleet purchase advice and support and a range of fleet … Read More »
NAFA to participate in Habitat for Humanity project in Charlotte
For the third straight year, NAFA Fleet Management Association will be participating in a Habitat for Humanity project to kick off its annual conference, which is … Read More »
AA makes plea for fuel tax rethink as diesel duty rises 6p a litre in a year
The organisation's figures show that a litre of petrol, now costing on average 132.61p a litre, generates 22.10p in VAT, up 4.94p from a year ago. … Read More »
SEAT further expands fleet and business sales team
Head of fleet and business sales, Nick Andrews, has added both a new key account manager and a dedicated fleet aftersales manager to his fleet and … Read More »
'Future is positive for EVs' in fleet: Hitachi Capital responds to Deloitte survey
In the Deloitte survey of 4,760 European consumers, it was found that only 16% see themselves as potential first movers to buy or lease an electric … Read More »
Clarks meets short-term mobility needs with mini-lease solution from CLM
The shoe manufacturer required the vehicles for staff on an in-house project that promotes in-store training for managers and staff to generate more retail sales through … Read More »
Van values fall 2.8% in February, reports Manheim Remarketing
This fall in average values follows three months of increases and accompanies a rise in average age of two months to 52 months and an increase … Read More »
Manheim Remarketing launches mobile website
Users will be able to view and search the latest stock available with full vehicle details, condition information and images as well as access catalogues and … Read More »
April hike in NICs to add extra £1.25 million in costs for free fuel firms
Lex Autolease estimates that 3% of firms in the UK currently still offer free fuel, despite the growing impact of fuel and tax rises. And it … Read More »
Budget 2011: LeasePlan calls on the Chancellor to provide long-term clarity
At the same time, the firm has warned that stealth taxes could damage business mobility and jeopardise the nascent success of salary sacrifice schemes. David Brennan, … Read More »
Saab announces prices for new, higher-spec 9-3
The new range features revised frontal styling, with new bumpers, headlamps and grille, as well as the addition of a boot-mounted aerodynamic spoiler on all saloon … Read More »
Mazda to extend production suspension in Japan
Previously, operations were scheduled to be suspended from the night shift on 14 March through to the night shift on 16 March. Mazda added that it … Read More »
ALD survey shows increasing cost of fuel is major concern for UK FDs
Carried out in conjunction with YouGov, the ALD Automotive survey reveals that 53% of finance directors surveyed said that they were more concerned about the impact … Read More »
Manheim reports sharp rise in online bidding for first two months of 2011
The firm says that for the first two months of 2011 trade buyer activity on its Simulcast online link to physical auctions has nearly doubled, with … Read More »
Fleets urged to stamp out fuel fraud with fuel cards
The research from expense management provider GlobalExpense was published in The Times last Friday 11 March. It shows that £1.3 billion of the £9.9 billion paid … Read More »
Japanese carmakers continue production suspensions
As well as problems with supply chain disruptions and power shortages, firms have said that they are extending shutdowns due to the need to prioritise safety … Read More »
Manheim Remarketing innovates with customer satisfaction programme
The Manheim Remarketing 360osi enables vendors and buyers to provide feedback within 24 hours of an auction, using online questionnaires. The online 24/7 web dashboard is … Read More »
KeeResources publishes vehicle whole-life costs white paper
The white paper looks at the impact of Employers' NI, tax liabilities for drivers, fleet insurance, company car and fuel policy. It advocates reviewing car policy … Read More »
Fuel to become highest cost of running a car in less than five years
That's the view of CFC Solutions, which points out that petrol and diesel prices have risen by roughly 50% in the last five years and there … Read More »
New online course tackles issue of speeding
The modular training programme combines an assessment of drivers' attitudes and knowledge to pinpoint those at greatest risk from speeding with immediate education and training. The … Read More »
Zipcar hikes up car club rates for London
The firm has cited 'increasing external operating costs' for the price rises, which take effect from 28 March 2011 for new reservations – for existing reservations, … Read More »
SMA invests in Technical Services operation
The remarketing firm says it's invested significant sums in both people and equipment to create what it claims to be the only all undercover option for … Read More »
New Monday auction programme at Manheim's Bruntingthorpe super-centre
Up to 400 vehicles will be offered each week from ALD, Inchcape Retail, Lex Autolease, UKcgr.com and Vindis Group. The first auction, which will take place … Read More »
Manheim to open Italy’s first-ever dedicated auction centre
The new two-lane auction centre, located near Malpensa Airport, will host a regular programme of auctions starting in April. Manheim Italy’s current customers include BMW, Avis, … Read More »
