Category : Today in Fleet
Volvo true fleet sales rise 43% in first half
Volvo has posted a 43% rise in true fleet sales in the first half of the year, with the rise attributed to its new model range … Read More »
Co-op Insurance awards three-year deal to Auto Windscreens
Auto Windscreens has become Co-op Insurance’s preferred vehicle glass repair and replacement provider under a new three-year deal.
Seminar programme revealed for Cenex LCV2019 and Connected Automated Mobility events
Cenex has announced first details of the seminar programme for its Cenex-LCV2019 and Cenex-Connected Automated Mobility (CAM) events, which will shed light on the latest developments … Read More »
BSI partnership to develop industry standards for autonomous vehicles
The British Standards Institution has teamed up with the Department for Transport, the Centre for Connected and Autonomous Vehicles, Innovate UK and self-driving hub Zenzic to … Read More »
EU car registrations down 3.1% in first half
New car demand in the European Union continued to struggle in the first half of 2019, with registrations down 3.1%.
Fix Auto expands further under latest acquisition
The Fix Auto bodyshop network has acquired Ian Hughes Motor Body Repair Centre in Colwyn Bay, North Wales, marking its second acquisition in recent months.
Fleets urged to be part of ‘Plastic Free July’
vGroup International is urging fleets as well as vehicle servicing outlets to take part in ‘Plastic Free July’ by using a tablet form of vehicle screen … Read More »
Latest Bynx version puts remarketing and compliance in the spotlight
Bynx has released version 12.9 of its eponymous fleet and mobility management platform, which brings new, improved design and functionality including an emphasis on remarketing.
Deadline approaches for 2019 Prince Michael Road Safety Awards
Organisations have just a fortnight left to enter the 2019 Prince Michael International Awards, which recognise the ‘most outstanding’ road safety initiatives.
AGL appoints Pancham as non-executive chairman
Accident management provider Activate Group Ltd (AGL) has appointed Paul Pancham, strategic development director at Tesco Underwriting Ltd, as non-executive chairman.
BCA introduces new ‘cinch’ online service for used car buyers
BCA has launched a new online service intended to simplify the used-car buying process for consumers while bringing better leads for dealers and car supermarkets.
ViaVan scores three-year TfL licence renewal
Uber rival ViaVan has been given the go-ahead to operate ride-sharing services in London for a further three years with the renewal of its licence by … Read More »
Pre-registrations on the rise, VRA warns
Pre-registrations are returning to the new car market in a noticeable manner with further rises expected towards the end of the year as the rush to … Read More »
Vital fleet issues to come under focus in Allstar webinar
The fleet impact of industry issues including changing fuel prices, the introduction of Ultra Low Emission Zones and the shift to electric vehicles is to come … Read More »
Enterprise car club service now available in Derbyshire
Businesses and private drivers in Derbyshire can now access round-the-clock car club services in Derbyshire through Enterprise Car Club.
‘Frantic Friday’ to herald busiest summer getaway since 2014
Drivers are being warned of the risk of delays on routes including the M1 and M25 later this week as record levels of summer travellers hit … Read More »
Autonomous Lexus LS takes to roads in Belgium
A Lexus LS fitted with Toyota’s autonomous driving technology is to start trials on public roads in Brussels.
True corporate mobility “challenges evaluation of fleet resources”, says GCM
Fleet decision-makers wanting to embrace the corporate mobility mindset should focus on compiling a customisable plan that facilitates the movement of people and products to happen … Read More »
SureCam and Concirrus team up for automated risk management
Dashcam specialist SureCam is teaming up insurtech firm Concirrus for a new fleet solution that brings automated risk management and helps streamline claims processes.
Dates announced for next ICFM advanced Diploma programme
ICFM has revealed details of its next Diploma (Advanced Level) Programme, which brings a significant development opportunity for fleet decision-makers.
Select Car Leasing marks expansion with office move
Select Car Leasing has opened its new head office in Reading as the company reports significant growth over the last 18 months.
Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty add debit card payments in Europe
Hertz, Dollar and Thrifty customers can now use a debit card payment option across selected European locations instead of a credit card for van and car … Read More »
Engenie to install 2,000+ rapid chargers
Engenie is to install more than 2,000 rapid charging points across the UK – effectively doubling the UK’s rapid charging network and bringing capability to charge … Read More »
New Sunderland facility set to make thousands of batteries
A new UK battery manufacturing facility has opened, marking one of the first of its type in Europe, helping secure jobs for the North East.
New fleet of black cabs bring respite from air pollution
A new fleet of electric black cabs has gone live in London, featuring in-car air purifiers to ensure drivers and passengers are kept safe from air … Read More »
Kia deal sees Rolec provide over 1,000 EV chargepoints
Rolec EV has reached the landmark achievement of manufacturing and supplying over 1,000 electric vehicle charging points for Kia Motors UK’s head office, dealership network and … Read More »
£2.5m TfL funding to enable more people to commute by bike
Transport for London (TfL) is investing £2.5m over the next year to boost the number of cycle parking spaces in a move to help more Londoners … Read More »
Geoff Bell joins Clear Vehicle Data as leasing partner
Clear Vehicle Data (CVD) has appointed Geoff Bell as leasing and fleet partner.
Intelligent Mobility evolution comes under focus
The auto sector’s transformation into a global mobility industry, led by disruptive electric, connected and autonomous trends, is to come under focus in a Frost & … Read More »
Road infrastructure and higher vehicle tax are biggest issues, say fleets
A lack of road infrastructure and increased vehicle taxation are the two biggest issues facing fleet and mobility managers in the next five years, new research … Read More »
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