May 2014

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    Upgrading to new vans earlier could have significant whole life cost advantages, says GE Capital

    Commenting on the findings, Simon Cook, LCV leader at GE Capital, fleet services, said: ‘This new generation of vans is a revelation in terms of impact on the key cost drivers such as fuel consumption, reliability, maintenance costs and carbon footprint. ‘Historically, when a new design appeared, the change in whole life costs compared to […]

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    Alphabet appoints new business development manager

    Formerly a senior risk analyst for Inchcape Fleet Solutions, Lines will work closely with Alphabet’s business development and corporate mobility teams in the UK, as well as his counterparts in the other Alphabet markets, to bring new innovations to life. This will include a focus on EVs, mobile apps, vehicle connectivity, new technologies and customer […]

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    No "one size fits all" fleet formula, find FIAG workshop

    That is the view of Geoffrey Bray, a fleet industry veteran of 50 years and chairman of the newly-launched Fleet Industry Advisory Group (FIAG), which is dedicated to developing and sharing best practice among fleet decision-makers while simultaneously raising money for the national Hope for Tomorrow charity.  He told more than 50 delegates at FIAG’s […]

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    KeeResources launches KWIKstart free vehicle data

    The data covers model year specific codes and descriptions for cars and commercial vehicles sold in the UK since 2002. Suitable for a range of new or used vehicle solutions, the feed is offered free of charge to registered users, with regular weekly updates and no restrictions on use.  Denis Keenan, CEO at KeeResources, said: […]

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    DAF Trucks launches my DAF app

    The my DAF app has now been updated to version 2.0 with enhanced functionality and content that includes the ability to view the latest DAF brochures, information sheets, the DAF in Action Magazine, driver’s handbooks for the new LF, new CF & new XF and driver training videos. The app also enables the user to […]

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    Hertz UK achieves major savings with Michelin tyre policy

    Latest figures show the average total cost of ownership of tyres per vehicle for the company has dropped by almost a quarter since 2010. Hertz UK’s general manager, Neil Cunningham, attributes the considerable reduction in average cost per vehicle to the longevity and durability of Michelin tyres which has meant that fewer replacements are needed. […]

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    Deli-Lites Ireland reports cost benefits with Masternaut

    Deli-Lites Ireland made the decision to partner with Masternaut to monitor its entire fleet and to create a cost-efficient and productive workforce. By having in-depth visibility, Deli-Lites Ireland fleet managers have a greater view of vehicle performance, in terms of fuel used; route mapping and the run times that drivers complete their deliveries. Also trackable […]

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