Category : Today in Fleet
VRA AGM to host talks on Brexit and current state of car market
The Annual General Meeting of the Vehicle Remarketing Agency, taking place at BCA Birmingham on 10 July, will feature two speakers on Brexit and the state … Read More »
Camera Telematics’ Street Angel chosen by Accident Buddy’s Business Plus solution
Camera Telematics has been announced as the exclusive provider of its onboard vehicle camera ‘Street Angel’ to Accident Buddy’s Business Plus solution, offering customers reliable accident … Read More »
Vauxhall in-house business contract hire comes under Free2Move Lease banner
Following on from its acquisition by Groupe PSA, Vauxhall has appointed Free2Move Lease as its in-house provider of business contract hire for its retailer network.
AA to launch next-generation smart breakdown solution
The AA has revealed plans to launch a new Smart Breakdown solution that will help fleets and drivers predict and prevent faults with their vehicles and … Read More »
RAM Tracking simplifies fleet admin with all-in-one hub
RAM Tracking has launched a new app to provide an all-in-one fleet management hub for fleet operators and drivers.
Bank holiday traffic to hit six-year high
Around 22 million leisure trips are expected to be made this weekend – up some eight million on last year and marking the highest total for … Read More »
Activa Contracts partners with UK Fuels to drive savings for fleets
Activa Contracts has appointed UK Fuels as its new fuel card partner in a deal that’s already bringing major fuel savings for one customer.
Volvo V60 proves essential choice at Headlam
Floor coverings distributor Headlam has added the Volvo V60 to its choice list in a move to expand its benefits package for essential users.
Nina Bell takes over from Matt Dyer as BVRLA chair
Nina Bell, UK managing director at Avis Budget, has been named as the new chair of the BVRLA at this year’s AGM.
Rolec EV and Integral tie up on nationwide EV charging installation service
Charge point manufacturer Rolec EV and engineering firm Integral have launched a nationwide EV charging installation solution.
New Arval dashboard simplifies customer contract management
Arval has developed a new dashboard tool that makes it easier for customers to manage contract terms and ‘recontract’ where necessary.
Latest fleet models ace Euro NCAP ratings
Seven cars have scored five-star Euro NCAP ratings in the latest batch of tests, including latest versions of the Mazda3 and Renault Clio as well as … Read More »
FleetEurope adds to customer service delivery teams
FleetEurope has made five new appointments to augment its existing customer service delivery teams.
Three new Citroën models with electric power in 2020
2020 will be the year Citroën goes big on electrification, according to Citroën’s global marketing and communications senior vice president, Arnaud Belloni, in an interview last … Read More »
MG opens order books for ZS EV
SAIC Motor subsidiary MG Motor UK has opened order books for its ZS EV electric car.
Former Tantalum CEO to drive global expansion at Oxbotica
Ozgur Tohumcu has joined autonomous vehicle software firm Oxbotica as its new chief executive officer as the business pushes ahead with global expansion.
Too early to discard diesels, says Fleet Logistics
An optimum fleet policy should include the latest cleaner diesels, which still have a role to play as the workhorses of the fleet.
Used market hit by up to 4% drop in values
Used values have dropped up to 4% month-on-month with some mainstream cars having £500-£1,000 knocked off their value as the used car market goes through a … Read More »
Michelin national sales manager fleet moves to CV role
Michelin has appointed Jonathan Layton as national sales manager, UK and Republic of Ireland, for its Services & Solutions business line.
AI to bring limited fleet benefits at first but major gains on cards
Current boundaries of AI will see the technology bring limited fleet management functionality at first but significant developments could be on the way.
Average values under pressure but fleet vehicles show strength
Seasonal factors put pressure on average used car values in April but year-on-year values for fleet & lease vehicles continued to climb at BCA.
New badge to recognise dealership EV expertise
A new scheme to recognise those car dealerships with staff skilled in selling and servicing electric vehicles has launched.
SFS awards new sole supply deal to JCT600 VLS
SFS Group Fastening Technology has appointed JCT600 Vehicle Leasing Solutions to provide fully outsourced contract hire services for its car and van fleet under a new … Read More »
Central Europe proves driving factor in EU new car registrations
European new car registrations remained relatively stable in April, with demand mainly driven by the central European countries.
UK used car market down slightly in Q1 but AFV demand rises
The UK’s used car market saw a slight downturn in Q1 2019 but demand for alternatively fuelled vehicles showed significant growth.
LeasePlan announces Q1 2019 results
LeasePlan has reported its Q1 results, which saw a fall in net result and underlying net result as the firm continues to invest in digital initiatives.
Ford Focus ST estate revealed
The new Ford Focus ST is making its debut as an estate, revealed in the first images from Ford.