Category : Today in Fleet
Cap HPI names new sales director
Cap HPI has named John Dennis as its new UK sales director, following the promotion of Chris Wright to managing director earlier this year.
Spotlight on remarketing of alternative fuel vehicles at VRA seminar
Next week’s Vehicle Remarketing Association Annual Seminar will include a speech from Giles Rayner of Nissan on alternative fuel vehicles.
Free Alfen guide to smart chargers
Dutch energy company Alfen has published a free guide on smart chargers and their associated benefits.
First phase of Midlands M1 smart motorway opens
Highways England has opened the first phase of a new stretch of smart motorway between junction 16 and 19 on the M1 as part of a … Read More »
MotorEasy launches breakdown product
MotorEasy has introduced a new breakdown cover product alongside its car maintenance and ownership services.
Nexus’ IRIS undergoes updates reflecting shift in vehicle market
Nexus Vehicle Rental‘s IRIS platform is undergoing an update, due in 2018, that will include improved international access, a full electric vehicle offering and a variety … Read More »
Lex Autolease reveals suppliers of the year
Lex Autolease has announced its suppliers of the year at its annual awards.
Mitsubishi Shogun Sport returns to UK
Mitsubishi is to launch a new Shogun Sport in the UK some 10 years after the previous model departed.
Traffic lights go on trial on UK motorways
Highways England is to trial the use of traffic lights on motorway link roads to see if they can ease congestion.
BCA to manage company car services for Suzuki
Suzuki has outsourced its company car management to BCA as it looks to drive its fleet presence.
Audi develops sustainable diesel from water
Audi is to start producing ‘virtually CO2-neutral’ e-diesel from early next year, using renewable energy, water and CO2 taken from the atmosphere.
IT firm to swap to all-electric fleet
Fareham-based Taylor Made Computer Solutions is switching to an all-electric fleet as it looks to slash its carbon footprint.
Comprehensive vehicle history tops list for online trade buyers
Trade buyers place highest importance on a comprehensive vehicle history when acquiring used cars and vans online, new research from epyx indicates.
Fleets offered exclusive online demo of new Skoda Karoq
Business customers can now use Skoda’s Live Tour virtual showroom to get a real-time tour of the Skoda range, including an exclusive reveal of the forthcoming … Read More »
Cycling experience makes for better drivers, suggests research
Cyclist-drivers are faster at spotting potential dangers on the road than those who only drive cars, according to new research.
Online emissions database essential for Clean Air Zones, says RAC
Implementing an online database showing drivers the emissions standard for their particular registration plate is essential to avoid confusion under forthcoming Clean Air Zones.
Trakm8 launches low-cost vehicle tracking for SMEs
A new plug and play tracking solution with fully online ordering and no installation/removal fees is now available from Trakm8.
Allianz to introduce telematics services
Allianz Worldwide Partners is to expand its portfolio of manufacturer-branded roadside assistance and warranty schemes with new telematics services for its automotive manufacturer clients.
EV drivers offered emergency charging service under AA
Electric vehicle drivers who run out of range on the road can now benefit from a new AA emergency charging service.
Fleets adopting more stringent licence checks
Fleets are getting on top of their compliance requirements including through the adoption of regular licence checks.
TTC ramps up for increased driver risk management focus
Road safety specialist TTC is to increasingly target the fleet risk management sector as it looks to drive its DriverProtect managed service brand for all large … Read More »
Fleet and lease values at record level for third month running
Fleet and lease and overall average values continued to rise in October, hitting new record levels for sectors according to BCA.
Airmax Remote appoints head of sales
Telematics service provider Airmax Remote has appointed Daniel Faulkner as head of sales.
MOT should cover driver assistance technologies, say drivers
Almost half (48%) of UK motorists say the standard MOT should be updated to cover driver assistance technologies, such as autonomous emergency braking.
Volvo XC60 ‘aces’ Euro NCAP tests
The new Volvo XC60 has become the best all-round performer in Euro NCAP’s 2017 tests to date, including setting one of the best adult occupant protection … Read More »
Alphabet publishes drivers guide on security and privacy
Alphabet has published a free guide covering the latest developments in threats faced by drivers around cyber security and privacy, personal safety and vehicle security.
Motorists want better public transport before they’ll ditch their cars
More than half (51%) of motorists believe that public transport needs to be more affordable to help reduce reliance on cars.
Anglian Water drives tyre safety message home
Business drivers at Anglian Water are increasingly recognising the benefits of ensuring vehicle tyres are correctly inflated with the help of Michelin.
Brake publishes grey fleet guidance
Brake Professional members can now receive a free-of-charge report on ‘Managing the Grey Fleet’.
First autonomous cars due on UK roads in 2021
The UK government is investing £200m to bring autonomous vehicle R&D to the UK, anticipating that the first cars will reach the market within four years.