Category : Latest News
ETSC event addresses speed management
It is estimated that speeding contributes to as much as one third of all crashes resulting in death, and it is the most important contributory factor … Read More »
TransLinc helps council reduce grey fleet
The new fleet also enables the council to operate a single fuel policy, monitor vehicle usage and maintenance more effectively, and cut operating costs. Craig Simpson, … Read More »
Avis targets corporate growth
Sales director Anthony Ainsworth admitted that the firm had taken its eye off corporate rental, but since he had taken over the sales team 18 months … Read More »
LeasePlan launches online DIY accident management for SMEs
The DIY service, which LeasePlan has branded Network Accident Management, enables an SME to track the entire repair process live online for an accident damaged car … Read More »
GMUK Fleet renamed as Vauxhall Fleet
The firm says that Chevrolet is pursuing a more independent path that includes a brand-specific fleet sales approach, including the recent appointment of its own fleet … Read More »
Toyota reassures fleets over recall
Mark Roden said the firm had set itself a target to complete work on the 30,000 fleet cars affected and had put in place a number … Read More »
GENEVA: Honda to show one-person battery electric vehicle concept
Created by European designers working at Honda’s Research and Design facility in Milan, the 3R-C features a battery electric drivetrain that is mounted low in the … Read More »
Days Contract Hire introduces licence checking service
The Swansea-based leasing specialist operates a fleet of more than 8,700 vehicles and has introduced licence checking as an added-value service due to client demand. Jaama’s … Read More »
Chevin relocates as part of bid for expansion down under
Taking a crucial role in the drive for growth on the continent is managing director and founder of Chevin, Ashley Sowerby, who left the UK for … Read More »
J & E Hall extends relationship with Venson
The two companies have signed a new three-year contract, building on an existing partnership that started in 1996 when J & E Hall outsourced its fleet … Read More »
All-new website is launched as Fleet World's latest business tool
The new website delivers the latest news in the world of fleet straight to your desktop, working hand-in-hand with the all-new Fleet World monthly magazine and … Read More »
Road pricing trial claimed to be success
According to the two companies, key findings of the trial included: 70% of drivers improved their driving behaviour by avoiding rush-hour traffic and using highways instead … Read More »
FleetLine takes action to reduce staff carbon footprint
Under the partnership, carbon heroes is providing FleetLine with a branded website that all employees can access to log their various journey details. The system will … Read More »
Brake launches free Pledge2DriveSafely electronic guide
The publication provides guidance on the Pledge2DriveSafely campaign, which was first started in 1999, giving practical advice and examples of how managers can use it to … Read More »
Hummer deal falls through
'One year ago, General Motors announced that we were going to divest Hummer, as part of focusing our efforts on Chevrolet, Buick, GMC and Cadillac going … Read More »
Spyker completes Saab acquisition
Victor Muller, CEO of Spyker Cars NV, said: 'We are delighted – Saab's future is now secure.' Under Spyker's plans, the two carmakers will be run … Read More »
Fleet giant trials solar panels for vans
The company is a leading provider of cash solutions in the UK and runs a fleet of around 2,000 vehicles throughout a network of 44 cash … Read More »
Electric car buyers gain £5,000 subsidy
The car grant will provide 25% towards the cost of purchasing a new ultra-low carbon car, capped at £5,000. It will be open to private and … Read More »
BVRLA cautiously greets electric car subsidy
Under the "Plug-In Car Grant", fleets and private motorists buying qualifying electric cars will be able to get 25% or up to £5,000 from next January. … Read More »
Volkswagen Fleet Services increases focus on leasing
He will be supported by two regional contract hire and leasing managers, Melanie Miles and Peter Gallier, who will have day-to-day responsibility for developing closer relationships … Read More »
European take-up of small cars drives down average CO2
According to the firm, the reduction has accelerated, compared with 2008, which saw CO2 emissions reduce by 5.4g/km. The majority of this decrease is being driven … Read More »
A unique approach to driver training
The new online Risk Profile contains 20 factual questions, each relating either to the driver, the vehicle or the journey to capture specific information and assess … Read More »
Infiniti adds diesels to line-up
The engine, the first in the brand's 20-year history, has been specifically designed to deliver high levels of refined performance in line with Infiniti philosophy. It … Read More »
Auto Windscreens extends operating hours
The company now operates from 8am – 8pm, seven days a week for its 700-strong mobile service fleet, enabling customers to choose a time and date … Read More »
Arval looks to reduce emissions of employees' cars
The new choice list is underpinned by Arval's True Cost of Operations (TCO) approach which focuses on whole life costs and is restricted by CO2 thresholds. … Read More »
eSafety Challenge receives EU funding boost
The challenge will focus on innovative vehicle safety technologies and the potential for lives to be saved on the roads through increased deployment of these technologies. … Read More »
Rental shortage to impact fleets
Like in 2009, this year's predicted car shortage is the result of rental companies reducing their fleet sizes in response to the recession, leaving them with … Read More »
GENEVA: Ford to reveal new C-segment cars
The next-generation Ford Focus will go into production simultaneously in Europe and North America in late 2010, with individual market launches starting early in 2011. It … Read More »
New MD at Honda UK
Mr Hodgetts moves to Honda (UK) from the company's Swindon car plant where he has 20 years' experience with Honda. This culminated in his current role … Read More »
IFS wins Allianz outsourcing contract
The new rolling contract builds on a fleet management deal that Inchcape Fleet Solutions has held for more than six years, and was won following a … Read More »
