Tag : Industry News
BBC brings in Total Accident Management to cover 24,000-strong fleet
Total will manage everything from First Notification of Loss through to repair of the BBC fleet, all liaison with third-party suppliers and internal BBC departments, as … Read More »
Clancy Group selects TRACKER fleet telematics in effort to drive down costs
In addition to recognising the power of TRACKER’s fleet monitoring solutions, Clancy Group will benefit from TRACKER’s pioneering telematics capabilities to deliver the ultimate fleet tracking … Read More »
Cost control will be key for fleets in 2012, says Mycompanyfleet
1 Fuel management Despite the postponement of the planned 3ppl rise this month, fuel prices look set to go still higher this year, making this the … Read More »
December values up 4% on November despite thin trading – BCA Pulse Report
Average values rose to £6,451, the highest figure on record since Pulse began reporting in 2005. Some of this was down to model mix, but the … Read More »
Kwik-Fit predicts growth in fleet vehicle servicing after residual values boosted
Although an increasing number of fleets, contract hire and leasing companies and rental firms are using Kwik-Fit centres for car and van servicing – as well … Read More »
Volkswagen looks for 25% reduction in factory emissions by 2018 as part of new initiative
'Through the growing efficiency and productivity of our plants, the Volkswagen brand is already making a key contribution to the achievements of Group strategic targets for … Read More »
Christmas cheer for Honda as Swindon boosts factory output
He is nevertheless "very confident" that the recruitment process, starting immediately, will be a success. He was speaking at the launched of mass production of the … Read More »
Tom Tom announces worldwide LIVE Services figures
Currently, more than 90% of TomTom’s automotive systems and 20% of TomTom’s Portable Navigation Devices sold in Europe come equipped with LIVE Services. The quality of … Read More »
Toyota and Lexus top of the pile in fleet customer poll
The 2011 Fleet Operator Attitude Survey from automotive research specialists Sewells reveals that “quality and reliability” and “service, maintenance and repair costs” are the most important … Read More »
Northgate teams up with five-time World Darts Champion to launch "Rentinator" product
Northgate has joined forces with five-time world champion and former world number one to help launch ‘Rentinator’ which focuses on solving van problems for small businesses … Read More »
Kwik-Fit's Telecommunications investment makes significiant difference to UK fleets
Fleets are reaping the benefit of a £600,000 investment in improved telecommunications by Kwik-Fit with an increasing number of "same day" jobs being undertaken by the … Read More »
Scot Group secures Clydesdale Bank funding
The new banking package comprises a £10m hire purchase facility and will be used to purchase new vehicles for the company’s rental fleet. Founded in 1971 … Read More »
Hertfordshire Doctors receive early christmas present from Skoda
The Hertfordshire-based out-of-hours GP service has been given a helping hand from the manufacturer with the loan of a SKODA Yeti 4×4 vehicle to use during … Read More »
Fraikin delivers for Sainsbury
The contract covers a total of 220 3,500kg GVW vehicles in the South East, covering 23 stores across an area with an 80-mile radius. The deal … Read More »
Vauxhall announces new year leadership shake-up
Having taken Vauxhall from strength to strength over the past two years as Managing Director, Vauxhall Motors, Duncan Aldred will take on – in addition to … Read More »
Fleet Alliance to launch lifestyle management benefit for staff
The new lifestyle management benefit is available for all Fleet Alliance staff in conjunction with service provider, Time and Knowledge, and covers a huge array of … Read More »
Car sales likely to fall short of target as recessionary fears hit UK and wider EU
Automotive experts at PwC say recessionary fears are likely to drive down UK car sales to below 1.9m next year. This compares to PwC’s forecast of … Read More »
Eight members of Zenith celebrate decade of service
They are Tim Fendyke (Accident Management ULR Team Leader), Gilly Brook (Financial Accounting manager), Jennifer Brandwood (Senior Receptionist), Lesley Wood (Funding Administrator), Hilary Freear (Team manager), Jonathan … Read More »
SMA launches new repair service
Designed to give sellers the opportunity to enhance saleability, Tactical Repair has been developed by SMA to place sellers in total control of refurbishment. On arrival … Read More »
ACFO calls for 3% surcharge to be scrapped
ACFO says the 3% surcharge should be abolished because new diesel models are now much cleaner, and forthcoming Euro6 emissions standards could add several hundred pounds … Read More »
THINK! campaign teams up with Coca-Cola to reward designated drivers this christmas
Drivers will be able to find participating venues using the Coca-Cola 'Pub Finder' tool, either online or via their smart phones. THINK! campaign activity will be … Read More »
Deloitte forecast of 1.84m new car sales in 2012 in line with wider predictions
November new car registration figures down 4.2% As we predicted, November’s new car registration figures are down 4.2% as consumer confidence continues to fall. Whilst the … Read More »
Toyota names British Gas as preferred EV charge-point provider
British Gas will be offering Toyota customers – both private and fleet/business buyers – a range of products and services for safe, convenient and efficient vehicle … Read More »
Powerful Bi-Turbo engine to give Vauxhall Insignia all-new driving dynamic
Vauxhall has launched a new high performance edition of its top selling Insignia. Known as the Insignia BiTurbo, it’s available as a five-door Hatch and and … Read More »
ACFO makes Government plea to scrap 3% BIK tax increase for diesel company cars
The request came during a recent face-to-face meeting with officials from HM Treasury and HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and was accompanied with a renewed call … Read More »
Business drivers must not pay price for tackling road congestion – David Brennan, Leaseplan
He commented: ‘The Chancellor’s Autumn Statement and Infrastructure Plan promise vital improvements for the UK’s road network, but investment cannot end there if the UK is … Read More »
Volvo move step further in carbon-cutting strategy with DRIVe automatic diesels
For the first time, these DRIVe models can now be ordered with Volvo's Powershift dual-clutch automatic gearbox. Buyers of these cars won't compromise on environmental care … Read More »
TRACKER patents innovative telematics technology
Patented by TRACKER, the unique "Transient Voltage Detection" (TVD) technology has been incorporated into TRACKER Fleet, to help businesses to significantly improve fuel efficiency and reduce … Read More »
Skoda Superb Estate on the front line in saving lives
Two examples of the SKODA Superb Estate are in service with the Medical Transfer Ambulance Service (MTAS) in Leeds. They’re in constant use, earning their keep … Read More »
Manheim Remarketing launching auction centre operation in Coventry
The new operation will be located in Coventry, a heartland for the UK’s manufacturers, and will complement the sales programmes at Manheim Remarketing’s super-centre at Bruntingthorpe. … Read More »
