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Renault-Nissan inaugurates plant in India
Representing an investment of 45 billion Rupees (€722 million) and with the capacity to produce 400,000 units per year at full ramp up, the new Chennai … Read More »
Renault-Nissan to work with A2A on EV pilot project in Lombardy, Italy
Said to be the first electric vehicle experimentation in Italy, the pilot project “E-Moving” will start in June 2010 in the cities of Milan and Brescia, … Read More »
Thatcham provides dynamic ESC performance data to Euro NCAP
Over 40 new vehicles were put to the test in Thatcham's research, which will be used to assist the efforts of Euro NCAP, Thatcham and other … Read More »
Nissan to build Leaf electric car in UK
The funds will be supplied under the Grant for Business Investment scheme for both the production of the car and the new battery plant at Sunderland, … Read More »
CFC questions wisdom of running vehicles into year five
The company says that a large proportion of fleets that operated cars into year four and 80,000 miles are starting to renew their vehicles in 2010 … Read More »
Government supports Ford plans for greener engines
The Government has said that it will back the programme through a £360 million Government loan guarantee under its Automotive Assistance Programme (AAP). Ford says that … Read More »
Skoda Yeti gets off to great start at auction
A total of 146 entries were at the event at Manheim Auctions, Leicester, with several 4×4 Yetis present. The well-attended sale saw Škoda achieve some impressive … Read More »
Fiat seeks to boost fleet profile through range of measures
And the carmaker will also look to raise its profile by increasing brand awareness through a series of sponsorship deals, following the much-publicised agreement with BSM, … Read More »
Aston Barclay reports 100% conversion rate on first convertible sale of the year
At the event, a total of 72 cars were offered, with a 100% sales conversion rate. Aston Barclay says that it has seen a shortage of … Read More »
Health and safety becomes a key priority for installing telematics
Traditionally cost considerations have been a prime reason for opting for tracking and telematics technology. But this is fast changing, as research shows fleet drivers are … Read More »
New head of Mercedes-Benz vans appointed
The appointment is effective from 1 April and Mr Mornhinweg will succeed Dr Wolfgang Bernhard, who was appointed as a Member of the Board of Management … Read More »
Manheim Auctions strengthens dedicated commercial vehicle team
Under the changes, James Davis has been appointed to the new role of general manager, commercial vehicle operations for Manheim’s three auction centres dedicated solely to … Read More »
Tusker expands salary sacrifice team to meet demand
The company has recently won salary sacrifice contracts with major organisations, including North Yorkshire County Council, Northumbrian Water and Freshfields LLP, which collectively cover more than … Read More »
Bentley opens first retailer in South America
This new retailer, to be owned and operated by British Cars do Brasil Ltda, will be the 48th Bentley location in the Americas’ region and marks … Read More »
CAP announces mandatory criteria for RV forecasts for EVs
CAP has taken the first step towards RV forecasting for electric vehicles with the announcement of the qualifications that such vehicles must meet. The announcement comes … Read More »
DfT director becomes chair at OGC
Under the move, Graham Pendlebury, director of environment and international at DfT, becomes chair of the Collaborative Category Board. Within DfT, Mr Pendlebury has responsibility … Read More »
All the key news in fleet…
Production at the Trollhättan plant was originally halted for seven weeks. Now, following the purchase of Saab Automobile AB by Spyker Cars NV, the first cars … Read More »
Fleet buyers to see fall in car prices
That's the view of Glass's, which also says that new car prices are set to fall as carmakers target fleet buyers that are now replacing ageing … Read More »
Burnt Tree in £14 million fleet expansion
The Burnt Tree Group has invested £14 million in its fleet with the delivery of 800 new vehicles in the next eight weeks, taking its total … Read More »
Leasedrive Velo wins Buying Solutions hire framework agreement
Leasedrive Velo Group has been awarded its second framework agreement from Buying Solutions, the national procurement partner for UK public services. Following the instigation of its … Read More »
New Mitsubishi i-MiEV to top £30,000
Launched to coincide with the UK government's recently announced Consumer Incentive Scheme, the price has been set at £38,699 including VAT. The government grant will be … Read More »
Mazda sets out plans for a "green" fleet revolution
Whilst other carmakers focus on hybrid and alternative fuel solutions, Mazda has said that its short-term focus is to significantly improve efficiencies delivered through a traditional … Read More »
Budget 2010: Overview
The main highlights were: • Changes to the planned 3p fuel duty increase, which will now be phased in, in three stages • Company car tax … Read More »
Budget 2010: Fuel duty phase-in provides relief for fleets
Chancellor Alistair Darling announced that instead of the planned 3p increase on 1 April, fuel duty will rise by a penny next month – less than … Read More »
Budget 2010: £100 million earmarked for road repairs
The announcement comes as the Asphalt Industry Alliance reports that the Artic weather seen this winter caused a 40% rise in potholes. Commenting on the Budget … Read More »
Budget 2010: Mycompanyfleet response
However Mycompanyfleet gave a cautious welcome to the fact that the planned 3p per litre increase in fuel duty was to be phased in over the … Read More »
Budget 2010: Alphabet response
'So close to a General Election, this was never going to be a budget to take any chances. The £100 million for pothole repairs is a … Read More »
Budget 2010: Masterlease response
He commented: 'There was speculation that the Chancellor could reverse the increase of fuel prices from 1 April, however it was largely expected that he would … Read More »
Budget 2010: CFC response
Neville Briggs, managing director, said: 'It is no surprise that there is little cheer for UK businesses of all sizes in the Budget – there is … Read More »
Budget 2010: Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions' response
'No great surprises from Alistair Darling, who did his best not to rock the boat ahead of the impending general election. 'It was good to see … Read More »
