Category : Today in Fleet
LeasePlan issues Green Bond
LeasePlan has issued its first-ever Green Bond to help it accelerate the numbers of fully electric vehicles on its fleet.
Armoured Range Rover Sentinel get extra power and protection
Land Rover Special Vehicle Operations has updated its armoured Range Rover Sentinel with more power and increased occupant protection.
Addison Lee services now available through Sixt mobility app
Sixt customers are now able to book Addison Lee Group’s mobility services through the Sixt app.
Former Infiniti head of fleet joins Circle Leasing
Circle Leasing has appointed Jonathan Reynolds as the company’s new head of sales as the courtesy car supplier looks to expand further in the bodyshop leasing … Read More »
Company car tax changes and clean air zones under focus at ACFO spring seminar
Crucial fleet issues including future company car taxation, the impact of Brexit and the introduction of clean air zones are to come under focus at ACFO’s … Read More »
Demand for short-term subscription leasing to continue rising
More fleets are likely to move to short-term subscription-based car leasing for perk cars as ongoing business uncertainty and changing employee demands turn operators away from … Read More »
New challenge promotes sustainable workplace travel
Workplaces in Scotland are being urged to take part in a new challenge to help change the way employees travel, including on business.
Government urged to explore link between ‘deadly street design’ and speeding
The Government is being urged to look at whether the removal of pedestrian crossings is leading to a rise in speeding.
BMW–Daimler tie-up to bring ‘largest free-floating car sharing provider’
BMW and Daimler have announced more details on the tie-up of their car sharing businesses as the two carmakers join mobility forces.
SEAT showcases electric plans through El-Born concept
SEAT has given an insight into its inaugural electric car with a preview of its el-Born concept.
APD appoints new MD
Automotive research specialist APD Global Research has appointed a new managing director for the UK as it also reports record results for 2018.
Jaguar I-Pace named UK Car of the Year 2019
The Jaguar I-Pace has scooped the UK Car of the Year accolade for 2019 after defeating 11 other class winners to take the top title.
DfT data shows increasing delays on major roads in England
New government data shows drivers suffered an increase in delays on major A-roads and motorways in England in 2018.
Ubiquitous EV charging network could drive fleet EV sales
Developing an interoperable EV charging network for the UK could help accelerate EV sales, including among fleets.
AA puts emergency hydrogen refuelling van to test
The AA has successfully trialled a new solution that could be used in the future to provide refuelling back-up for drivers of hydrogen cars.
Majority of drivers unaware of what a clean air zone is
Nearly six in 10 (57%) of drivers don’t know what a clean air or ultra-low emission zone actually is despite the fact that there’s just weeks … Read More »
Fuel card functionality on BPme payment app scores highly with fleets
BP fuel card customers have reported significant time-saving and accuracy benefits for refuelling after the BPme fuel payment app became compatible with fuel cards.
The Deritend Group renews CBVC fleet deal
The Deritend Group has signed a new four-year fleet management agreement with CBVC Vehicle Management, building on the firms’ existing 17-year relationship.
UK car production falls 18.2% in January
British car production plummeted 18.2% in January, marking the eighth month running of decline and prompting the UK auto industry to say again that a no-deal … Read More »
Tarraco, G-Class and CR-V scoop five-star safety ratings
Euro NCAP has published its first test results for 2019, which saw five-star ratings for the Seat Tarraco, Mercedes-Benz G-Class and Honda CR-V SUVs.
Hertz signs up Autoglass
Hertz has named Autoglass as its preferred supplier for glass repairs and replacements.
SG Fleet awards three-year sole supply tyre deal to Kwik Fit
SG Fleet Group customers are to benefit from a new one-stop shop service for tyres and associated products under a three-year sole supply deal with Kwik … Read More »
Top fleet and leasing firms honoured in 2019 Experteye awards
Leading fleet and automotive firms – including Fleet Alliance, BMW and Škoda – have been recognised for their work at the 2019 Experteye awards.
G3 to switch whole fleet to ULEVs by 2020
Vehicle auction specialist G3 Remarketing has committed to moving its entire inhouse fleet over to Ultra-Low Emission Vehicles (ULEVs) by the end of the year.
Chevin updates FleetWave software
Chevin Fleet Solutions has released the second stage of changes to both Enterprise and SME versions of its fleet management software, FleetWave.
Honda announces pricing and spec for HR-V Sport
Honda has revealed pricing and specifications for the Sport version of its HR-V SUV.
2020 Volvo XC90 cuts fuel costs 15% with mild hybrid
Volvo has updated the XC90 with revisions including new active safety technology and the introduction of a mild hybrid system.
Škoda scores place on CCS framework
Škoda has been awarded a place on the new vehicle purchase framework from the Crown Commercial Service (CCS).
European auto industry expresses concerns over new vehicle safety measures
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) has responded to yesterday’s (21 February) vote on new vehicle safety equipment, broadly welcoming the move but expressing concerns over … Read More »
New Advisory Fuel Rates but still no PHEV rates
HM Revenue and Customs has announced Advisory Fuel Rates from 1 March, bringing some changes for rates but still lacking a rate for plug-in hybrids despite … Read More »
