Category : Today in Fleet
Find out how to avoid penalty hotspots
A new guide providing advice on how to avoid unnecessary motoring charges and penalties as a result of congestion charges, speeding fines and parking tickets is … Read More »
London could get more car-free days
The Mayor of London is considering running more car-free days in the capital to tackle air quality issues.
Seat bolsters fleet team
Lindsay Ephgrave has joined Seat as the new area fleet manager for the East.
Fleet and lease values hit new record
Continued buyer demand led to a new record for fleet and lease used car stock at BCA in April.
Diesel used car demand stays strong but ULEV uptake soars
Demand for used diesel and ultra-low emission vehicles rose in Q1, with drivers showing particular interest in zero-emission vehicles.
Rolec branches into DC rapid charging sector
Rolec is augmenting its AC electric vehicle charging range with the addition of DC rapid chargers for the UK market.
UK to lead on automotive battery innovation
A new £80m facility in the UK plans to lead the world on the development of the next generation of automotive battery systems.
Derbyshire County Council to streamline fleet with Chevin
Derbyshire County Council is to deploy Chevin’s FleetWave software solution to improve the efficiency of its fleet and workshop operations.
Intelligent Car Leasing launches new online van leasing division
Intelligent Car Leasing (ICL) has launched a new online van leasing division, IntelligentVanLeasing.com, to offer highly competitive leasing deals.
UK true fleet records positive growth
True Fleet recorded its first positive numbers in 13 months with a 6.3% rise, according to latest Dataforce figures.
‘Mild Hybrid’ Kia Sportage due later this year
Kia will launch an updated Sportage SUV in the second half of 2018, debuting its first mild-hybrid diesel drivetrain ahead of the roll-out in other models … Read More »
Scottish Natural Heritage employs Renault electric fleet
Renault UK has supplied Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) with a fleet of five all-electric Zoe.
New app reads road signs for dyslexic drivers
A new app that reads written road signs and written traffic information out loud has launched.
VW and Seat confirm seatbelt recall
Volkswagen and Seat have announced recalls for a number of models in their small car ranges due to an issue with seatbelt safety.
Fleetcompetence Group names Matthias Engel as global sales director
German and global fleet industry specialist Matthias Engel has joined Fleetcompetence Group as global sales director.
CCS appoints suppliers for fuel card framework
The Crown Commercial Service (CCS) has appointed nine suppliers for its RM6000 Fuel Cards and Associated Services Framework.
WLTP and diesel demonisation on agenda for VRA
The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) will put the focus on the impact of WLTP and diesel ‘demonisation’ at its forthcoming AGM.
Used fleet market remains buoyant as AFV values soar
The used fleet market remains in a robust state, in particular for alternatively fuelled vehicles (AFVs).
New vehicle data clear service to help with GDPR requirements
Fleets can now use a new service to clear any data stored on vehicles to help comply with forthcoming GDPR regulations.
Renault simplifies model line-ups
Renault has simplified its Clio, Captur and Mégane line-ups with a new three-trim format to make vehicle choice easier and offer better value.
Pressure on business drivers brings misfuel burden for fleets
Increasing pressure on business drivers is driving the number of misfuel incidents a year, according to the AA.
Ogilvie slashes downtime for customers
Ogilvie Fleet is promoting the cost and time-saving benefits of Michelin CrossClimate+ tyres after helping two of its customers to make the switch.
Vehicle Quality Solutions appoints head of sales and marketing
Vehicle Quality Solutions (VQS) has appointed Sid Taylor as its first-ever head of sales and marketing.
Driver distraction device tackles fatigue
A new device that could alert drivers in danger of falling asleep while also notifying fleet managers is now available from SmartWitness.
PVS finance brokerage division to include vehicle conversions
Puddy Vehicle Solutions (PVS) has launched a finance brokerage division to help companies fund fleet cars and commercial vehicles as well as plant and machinery.
FleetCheck to incorporate live Ctrack data
FleetCheck is to combine its fleet management software with Ctrack Online telematics to provide a connected solution for fleets.
Spaces still available for ACFO seminar on future of fleet
Fleet decision-makers still have time to book for ACFO’s spring seminar, which will explore the changing face of vehicle management.
Activa Contracts strengthens sales team
Activa Contracts is extending its sales team with two new management positions and further appointments to follow, as it adapts to increasingly bespoke customer needs.
Insurers to get real-time telematics data
Insurance companies could soon be able to access real-time data from fleets’ telematics systems in real-time, helping to more accurately set premiums for commercial and private … Read More »
Traffic convictions continue to rise
Convictions for traffic offenses in England and Wales increased in 2016, continuing a trend which began in 2014, according to IAM Roadsmart.
