Tag : Industry News
All-New Ford B-MAX technology to help motorists avoid city shunts
Each year more than half a million people are injured in car crashes in cities in the UK, France, Germany, Italy and Spain alone. Of these, … Read More »
BCA: Used car values rise in February
The figures show that average used car values increased in February, climbing from £6,040 to £6,244 – the third highest monthly average used car value on … Read More »
Helphire profits fall by £4m
Announcing its interim results for the six months ended on December 31, 2011, Helphire admitted that the trading environment in the credit hire industry continues to … Read More »
Kia looks to improve fleet customer care
As part of Kia’s aim to be regarded as a serious fleet player, it wants all its dealers to embrace visits from company car drivers and … Read More »
Volkswagen Group announce new director for passenger cars
Robert joined the Volkswagen Group in November 2005 as head of Group Synergies, before assuming the role of Director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK in May … Read More »
ATS Euromaster steps-up fleet support preparations for London 2012 Olyimpics
The national tyre and fast-fit specialist has three centres located within six miles of the Olympic Park in Stratford (Bow, Leyton and Camden). However, its planning is … Read More »
Northgate Vehicle Hire invests £500k into Milton Keynes re-development
Strategically positioned on the M1 corridor the hub generates a high level of activity and transactions and, as such, the refurbishment was a necessity to support … Read More »
Tesla takes first fleet orders for Model S electric luxury saloon
The two companies have already worked together to offer the Roadster and Roadster Sport in Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Belgium and the Netherlands last year, while the Model … Read More »
Skoda present five-door Citigo subcompact to Geneva public
The Citigo represents SKODA’s entry into the fast growing subcompact segment. The new model was successfully introduced in SKODA’s home market, the Czech Republic, in late … Read More »
Civica and GreenRoad team-up to deliver maintenance cost savings
Using GreenRoad standard interfaces, Civica’s Tranman can now incorporate GreenRoad driver performance information to help fleet managers understand the impact of high-risk driving on vehicle maintenance … Read More »
ADL publishes e-Mobility guide for OEM's
'OEMs find themselves in a real dilemma' said Andreas Gissler, director for the Automotive, Manufacturing and Mobility Group at ADL. 'There is a need for action … Read More »
"First affordable EV" – ZOE, showcased by Renault at Geneva Motor Show
ZOE comes in the wake of the status-enhancing Fluence Z.E. saloon, Kangoo Van Z.E. (both launched in 2011) and the innovative urban runabout Twizy to make … Read More »
Ebbon-Dacs invests in Leaselink for the future
The new investment includes the appointment of two key personnel to the senior development team on Leaselink, a move which forms part of a medium-term strategy … Read More »
Average used car values increase in February to £6,244 (£6,040) – BCA Pulse
While values remain adrift of December 2011’s record levels, February 2012 is the third highest figure since Pulse began reporting and, year-on-year, is ahead by £259 … Read More »
Approximately 60% of large fleets unaware of own duty of care standards
ALD Automotive, a UK-based vehicle leasing and fleet management company has today announced the results of their latest YouGov survey, which reveals that six out of … Read More »
Hyundai releases first glimpse of face-lifted i20 before Geneva showing
The new model features refreshed styling, enhanced equipment and the lowest CO2 emissions of any conventional powertrain car on sale today.Among the four powertrain options available … Read More »
Tyre labelling welcomed by the transport industry but effective enforcement remains key
Tyre labelling gives transparency to tyre buyers, enabling them to make purchasing decisions based on accurate economic, environmental and safety factors. However, the legislation can only … Read More »
Wolseley UK outsources management of 636-strong van fleet to Fleet Logisitics
The extension of the deal with Fleet Logistics replaces a previous single supply agreement Wolseley operated for its commercial vehicles. The new contract will include vendor … Read More »
Pendragon Contracts records fall in operating profit for 2011
The firm generated £6.5m of operating profit in 2011, down from £7.5m the year before. For 2011, Pendragon Contracts saw revenue of £38.1m (2010: £44.9m), with … Read More »
TR Fleet secure fleet management and services deal with SSP
SSP, which operates a mixed fleet of 45 company cars along with cash allowance drivers, has signed an agreement that will see TR Fleet: Source funded … Read More »
Ford achieves top safety marks for Focus and Ranger models by Euro NCAP
Crash test experts re-graded the Ranger using a new scoring system introduced for 2012 and the pick-up again achieved the same maximum possible five-star rating as … Read More »
Audi Q3 achieves best in class "Small Off-Road 4×4" status by Euro NCAP
Testers assessed the Q3 for its adult occupant protection in a frontal or side collision, child safety and pedestrian protection, and returned a top rating of … Read More »
Strong Euro NCAP result for Honda Civic, while Jeep Compass falters
Since the revamp of Euro NCAP’s rating in 2009, the safety organisation has upped the ante in safety by raising its criteria for 5 stars annually. … Read More »
Chancellor should abandon duty rise as diesel hits record high
The call comes as diesel hit a new price high of 143.05ppl, according to data from the Retail Motor Industry Federation. The previous record high for … Read More »
Telematics acceptance growing – ALD Automotive / YouGov surveyTelematics acceptance growing
The research, by leasing company ALD Automotive, also revealed that that 60% of drivers would have no issue in having on-board technology that could identify the … Read More »
Average price of diesel hits all-time high in UK at 143.05p / litre
Since peaking at 143.04p a litre on 5 May last year, the pump price of diesel fell back to 137.59p in July before starting to climb … Read More »
ARI implements new SAP HANA technology
By utilizing SAP HANA, ARI’s clients will be able to analyze data at unparalleled speeds, so that efforts can be focused on using information instead of … Read More »
Peugeot gives UK fleet debut to new 208 at Silverstone show
Peugeot will also unveil the 508 RXH with its latest ground breaking diesel-electric HYbrid4 technology at the Show on April 18 to an expected audience of … Read More »
Claims companies preying on vulnerable individuals and pushing up premiums
The company has used its data, which includes the speed of impact when accidents occur, to compare the likelihood of a whiplash claim being made. It … Read More »
What the Low Emission Zone means for fleet operators
Introduced back in 2008 as part of efforts to improve air quality in the capital, the Low Emission Zone (LEZ) has now introduced tighter emissions regulations … Read More »
