Category : Today in Fleet
Businesses slow to adopt new technology, survey finds
31% of businesses admit to being slow to adopt technological innovations, according to a new study by TomTom Telematics.
Fleet and lease values reach a new high
Average values for August in the fleet and lease sector reached the highest average monthly value recorded at BCA.
New RDE tests criticised for not reflecting rush hour pollution
The “real-world” emission test introduced at the start of September for all new vehicles still needs updating to give an accurate picture of harmful exhaust emissions … Read More »
Arval enhances Outsourcing Solutions
Arval is launching a completely revised package of Outsourcing Solutions, as it reports growing demand from fleets outsourcing contracts.
Fleet Evolution urges businesses to realise the benefits of electric car fleets
Fleet Evolution, a provider of salary sacrifice cars, is urging businesses to realise the potential savings by choosing electric cars.
Addison Lee cuts tyre bill by 20% with switch to CrossClimate+
Private hire firm Addison Lee has reduced its annual tyre bill by 20% after adopting a Michelin CrossClimate+ policy for its fleet of 5,500 vehicles.
BCA Logistics expands in Birmingham
BCA Logistics is expanding its operations in the West Midlands and moving to a new office at Birmingham Business Park.
UK Fuels network expands
Fuel card provider UK Fuels has expanded its UK Fuels network to cover more than 2,250 sites – up by more than 10% in the last … Read More »
UK behind US fleet businesses in embracing big data analytics
UK fleet businesses are falling behind big data strategies compared to the US, a new survey by Teletrac Navman finds, with just 8% applying big data … Read More »
Traffic levels at new record high
Road traffic levels in Great Britain continue to rise, reaching a new record high in the year ending June 2017.
Fleets and drivers urged to support this year’s Project EDWARD
Organisations and drivers across Europe are being urged to lend support to this year’s European Day Without A Road Death, which takes place on Thursday 21 … Read More »
Bill for 20mph zones in Scotland garners support
A proposal for a bill to replace the current 30mph default speed limit on restricted roads in Scotland with a 20mph limit has received support from … Read More »
New Peugeot 3008 smashes Cap predictions at launch auction
Peugeot’s new 3008 crossover has made its auction debut, exceeding predictions from Cap HPI.
Joseph Khoury joins FleetEurope as senior business development manager
FleetEurope has appointed Joseph Khoury to its vehicle rental division as senior business development manager.
ProVision launches free Fleet Risk Assessment Tool for commercial fleets
Provision, which specialises in vehicle camera and tracking solutions, has launched a free Fleet Risk Assessment Tool to help fleets rate their level of compliance, safety … Read More »
Worst motoring distractions revealed in new poll
New research has lifted the lid on the some of the worst motoring distractions drivers have spotted on the road, with shaving, hair styling and telling … Read More »
Cox Automotive appoints Philip Nothard to external relations role
Cox Automotive, parent firm of Manheim, has appointed Philip Nothard, previously retail and consumer editor at Cap HPI, as head of external relations.
London Mayor asks broadcasters to provide air quality updates
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has called on TV and radio broadcasters to help inform Londoners about poor air quality through news and weather bulletins.
7% of grey fleet drivers are in cars over 15 years old
Companies across Europe are being urged to revisit their fleet policies, in particular for grey fleet cars, as new research suggests a large number of business … Read More »
Businesses invited to look at preferred route for A303 Stonehenge scheme
Fleets in the South West are being invited to give their feedback on plans for the A303 route upgrade near Stonehenge.
Aston Barclay Assured service provides latest buyer initiative
Aston Barclay has launched a new Assured service for auction buyers to provide added peace of mind.
Arval customers sign up to new online customer community
Arval has gone live with a new online platform that enables its customers to provide feedback on a range of subjects.
TCH Leasing chooses Nationwide Windscreen Services for glazing services
Nationwide Windscreen Services (NWS) has been awarded the contract to supply T C H Leasing and their customers with full automotive glazing services.
Electric Honda city car due in 2019
Honda will launch its first European-market electric vehicle in 2019, with near-future launches signalling diesel could have a limited role in its model range.
Kia unveils new European models
Kia has today unveiled the new production Kia Stonic compact SUV, Picanto X-Line, upgraded Sorento and Proceed Concept at the 2017 Frankfurt International Motor Show.
Toyota aims for broader appeal with performance hybrids
Toyota is planning to offer more powerful hybrid options across its core model line-up.
Lexus updates best-selling CT and NX
Lexus will launch a refreshed CT hatchback and NX crossover late this year, replacing models which account for over half of its UK sales volume.
Basingstoke business park powers up for EVs
A business park in Basingstoke is supporting car drivers’ move to electric vehicles by installing rapid chargers.
Fleet accident repair and insurance claims business expands
Activate Group Ltd (AGL) is gearing up for growth in the vehicle fleet accident repair and insurance sector following the acquisition of three industry brands.
eDriving joins Global Road Safety Partnership
Driver training and risk reduction specialist eDriving has been named a private sector member of the Global Road Safety Partnership (GRSP).
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