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Training is a top focus at 2010 Commercial Vehicle Operator Show
The organisers say that visitors to the show can be assured that, with exhibitors coming from every sector of the industry, they really will be getting … Read More »
Ford to launch five electric models by 2013
Speaking at this week's Geneva Motor Show, the car giant said that it will launch its Transit Connect Electric light commercial vehicle in 2011 followed by … Read More »
Manheim says future for used cars is bright
In its report, Manheim feels that the effects of the recession on the new car market may still be felt by 2014 and is forecasting a … Read More »
VW's TSI engines gain environmental commendation
The Life Cycle Assessment on which the commendation is based confirms that the TSI engines have significantly improved environmental characteristics compared with the predecessor models throughout … Read More »
Registrations show improved business confidence
According to newly released data from the SMMT, registrations within the fleet sector reached a total of 35,540 in February, up 4.3% on the figure of … Read More »
Fleets flock to tracking technology
The latest DigiCore research found that 55% of companies surveyed are now using the technology within their fleet operation. Of this number, 96% said that it … Read More »
GM's Bob Lutz to retire in May
In an email to the Associated Press, Mr Lutz said: 'My work is done here. The whole organisation, top to bottom, now has absolute product superiority … Read More »
Jaama to hold fleet seminars
The seminars, organised by the fleet management software and occupational road safety specialist, are aimed at full-time professional fleet decision-makers as well as administrators and managers … Read More »
Vehicle Remarketing Association launched
Two years in the planning, and set up by senior figures within the automotive industry, the VRA represents the first time in the UK that the vehicle … Read More »
FMG Support signs up to Auto Windscreens
The three-year deal will see Auto Windscreens deliver a complete automotive glazing service throughout the UK, for FMG Support’s Accident Management client base, and also for … Read More »
Time for action on false expense claims
According to the research, almost one in 30 SME employees has falsely claimed expenses. Worryingly, the survey found that workers in the finance sector are the … Read More »
Growing US demand for small cars underpins Ford's strategy
Global product head Derrick Kuzak said: 'Customers are voting with their wallets, they are coming out of larger vehicles and into smaller, more fuel efficient models … Read More »
GENEVA: Mazda to launch more efficient engines in 2012
The engines play a key role along with ever-lighter cars in Mazda's drive to reduce fuel consumption by around 30% between now and 2015. 'The Sky-D … Read More »
Fleet managers get free admission to NAFA’s I&E Expo Hall
The Expo Hall, which takes place at the Cobo Center in Detroit, opens on Sunday 25 April at noon. Fleet managers will see and experience the … Read More »
Deadline looms to enter Fleet Safety Forum Awards
Organisations that have worked to improve fleet safety are being urged to enter the annual awards, run by the Fleet Safety Forum, a division of Brake, … Read More »
Enterprise develops long-term rental product
Dubbed Enterprise Flex-E-Rent, the service provides customers with the opportunity to rent vehicles from just one day to three years with the flexibility to return one … Read More »
GENEVA: Dacia to be launched in UK
The latest model brings the Dacia line-up to a total of six models that are intended to appeal to a wide cross-section of drivers. However, typically … Read More »
Fleet & Lease sector up, according to BCA
According to the company's latest Pulse report, average Fleet & Lease values rose for the second month running, with £105 (1.4%) added to the average value … Read More »
Brussels accused of biofuels "cover-up"
The lawsuit is being brought by ClientEarth, Transport & Environment (an umbrella organisation representing the Environmental Transport Association and others), the European Environmental Bureau, and BirdLife … Read More »
Toyota starts work on recalls
The recall affects 180,865 vehicles in the UK, which are being fixed at 206 Toyota service centres – the carmaker says that the work should be … Read More »
New data shows North American market decline
Overall, 3,271,321 fewer new cars were bought in North America in 2009, than in 2008, with 12.6 million total sales. Across the region, those brands weathering … Read More »
LeasePlan recognises top suppliers
At the Supplier Excellence Awards, three suppliers were named in each of the categories – service, value and innovation. Within the Service category, the winners were … Read More »
Kia provides preview of plug-in hybrid
The plug-in hybrid drivetrain comprises a 153PS Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) 1.4-litre engine mated to a permanently-engaged fixed ratio Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT), used in combination … Read More »
BMW X5 gets springtime facelift
Under the changes, the latest X5 receives three new Euro 5-compliant engines, comprising the xDrive30d, xDrive40d – replacing the xDrive35d – and the xDrive50i – replacing … Read More »
Kia wins Avery Berkel fleet deal
The fleet of cee'd EcoDynamics SWs will be used by the engineers as they carry out scale maintenance and repair at retail stores across the UK. … Read More »
Enterprise launches council-backed car sharing scheme trial
The sub-120g/km vehicles, based in Woking's central multi-storey car park, are available for up to four hours at a time. Once subscribed to the programme, Woking … Read More »
EurotaxGlass's backs XJ
The research carried out by EurotaxGlass’s suggests that the new 3.0-litre diesel XJ will keep 40% of its value after three years/60,000 miles. Jason King, head … Read More »
Renault to develop Indian distribution network
The carmaker said that it will develop an extensive nationwide distribution network in the next 30 months, focused on 'seamless service'. Marc Nassif, country general manager … Read More »
Toyota issues Prius recall
The move follows complaints from Prius drivers that their brakes aren't working properly on rough or slick road surfaces when the anti-lock brake system is activated. … Read More »
Fleet Alliance develops flexible fleet solution
Flexi Hire covers the supply of a vehicle of choice from one day up to 30 months, and is said to be ideal for businesses that … Read More »
