Category : Today in Fleet
New Europcar central London branch brings ULEZ-compliant rentals
Europcar Mobility Group has opened a new car rental branch in Kings Cross to help ensure drivers with sourcing ULEZ-compliant vehicles for central London.
IFS focus on fleet customer relationships recognised with BVRLA award
Inchcape Fleet Solutions is seeing strong results from its work to further drive its relationships with its customer base.
Brake Fleet Safety Awards 2019 open for entries
Brake’s Annual Fleet Safety Awards are now open for entries for 2019 to celebrate the achievements of organisations and individuals working to reduce crashes and prevent … Read More »
Prices and specs revealed for Škoda’s Golf-rivalling Scala hatchback
Škoda has announced details for its new Scala hatchback, which provides the brand with its first direct rival to the VW Golf and Ford Focus.
£80k up for grabs in North East EV innovation programme
Four North East businesses are being given the chance of winning a £20,000 grant to help develop ways to increase the uptake of electric vehicles.
Auto industry seeks to bust Brexit myths
The UK’s automotive industry has moved to debunk some of the myths about the impact of a ‘no deal’ Brexit as MPs prepare to vote a … Read More »
Cazana raises 150% of target goal in crowd-fundraise
Vehicle data company Cazana.com has closed its crowd-fundraise on Crowdcube, after raising more than £1.5m and gaining over 150% of its target investment.
Free Brake webinars to cover essentials of fleet safety
Brake is running a series of free 60-minute webinars to provide expert advice on the fundamental elements of running a fleet safety programme, anywhere in the … Read More »
Volvo urges SMEs to take action on eco footprints
Volvo has published its top tips for SMEs on how to reduce the environmental impact of their fleet as it highlights the need for fleets of … Read More »
Drivers resorting to mobiles for navigation
Almost half (46%) of drivers who admitted to using a mobile phone behind the wheel say they did so for navigation purposes, new research suggests.
New AI technology helps speed up defleet inspection process
ADESA has introduced new Artificial Intelligence technology that can automatically assess vehicle damage to enable end-of-contract vehicles to be remarketed prior to being defleeted.
Moody’s cuts global carmakers’ outlook to negative as Brexit weighs in
Rating agency Moody’s has downgraded its outlook on the global auto industry from stable to negative due to political challenges such as US tariffs and a … Read More »
All-new app brings robust vehicle checks
FleetCheck is introducing an all-new version of its Vehicle Inspection App, believed to be the “most robust, simple-to-use and effective electronic method” for vehicle checks.
Highways England drives EV ambitions with major new chargepoint contract
Highways England has signed a £2.8m charging point contract that will see more than 50 electric vehicle charging points being installed across the country within the … Read More »
One in four drivers still using ‘red X’ lanes
Drivers are still not getting the message on how to use smart motorways safely, with nearly one in four (23%) flouting ‘red X’ lane closure warnings, … Read More »
GeniePoint charging network rolls out in Home Counties
New PAYG rapid chargers are being deployed across the Home Counties as part of ongoing UK expansion of the GeniePoint network.
Ambulance service cuts accident claims with SmartCam system
A major supplier of ambulance and courier services to the NHS is using dashcam footage from Crystal Ball’s SmartCam system to help drive its road risk … Read More »
FSGB introduces bespoke dashboards for clients
Fleet management specialist Fleet Service Great Britain has launched new intelligent integrated dashboards to enable clients to access every single aspect of data on their fleet … Read More »
New auction service could help increase sale prices and conversion rates
Aston Barclay has launched a new refurbishment service that could increase vendor bid volumes, a car’s sale price as well as improve conversion rates.
Connected cars and grey fleet drivers under spotlight at Brake conference
Brake has announced the agenda for May’s UK Fleet Safety Conference, which will highlight the importance of prioritising fleet safety, including on areas including driver mental … Read More »
Volkswagen Touareg gets range-topping petrol
Volkswagen has added a new flagship model to the Touareg range in the form of a 340hp 3.0 V6 TSI.
Evolution in leasing company remarketing under focus at VRA
The latest developments in leasing company remarketing are to come under the spotlight at the Vehicle Remarketing Association’s next meeting.
Consultation could help keep roads pothole-free for longer
The Department for Transport has launched a consultation that could lead to utility companies having to guarantee their road repairs for up to five years – … Read More »
Order books open for Volkswagen T-Cross SUV
Volkswagen has opened order books for the wider T-Cross range, with pricing starting from £16,995 OTR.
PCH growth may be a bubble that bursts
The growth of personal leasing may just be a short-term trend that will see drivers returning to conventional company cars.
Growth in PCH helps offset falling business contract hire
Rising demand for personal contract hire is helping to offset declines in business leasing, including business contract hire.
Good Energy to take major stake in Zap-Map
Renewable energy supplier Good Map has taken a 12.9% share in Zap-Map’s parent company, with an option to take a majority share within two years.
BMW plug-in hybrid portfolio gets new models and added electric range
BMW has taken the wraps off its latest range of plug-in hybrids to join its ranks, including the world premiere of the new BMW X3 xDrive30e, … Read More »
Enterprise expands car club operations
Enterprise is expanding its 24/7 car club service in Southampton with two new vehicles.
Audi confirms fifth production electric car
Audi confirms the Q4 e-tron is set for production in the second half of 2020, based on the Q4 e-tron concept shown at this year’s Geneva … Read More »
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