June 2014

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    SmartWitness cameras now in all Auto Windscreens’ vehicles

    Attached to the windscreen by adhesive pads and hardwired to each vehicle’s battery, the units record video footage but also monitor driving styles and speeds. The data, stored on a secure SD card, can be reviewed at any time, as and when required.  Commenting on the partnership, Auto Windscreens’ managing director, Chris Thornton, said: ‘Driving […]

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    Sign Language secures van livery deal with Euro Car Parts

    A new vehicle livery template will also enable signage to be easily fitted by body repairers. Euro Car Parts has a fleet of more than 2,200 vans operating from more than 160 outlets in the UK. Commenting on the deal, Tony Shearer, head of operations at Euro Car Parts, said: 'It is vital that our […]

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    Peugeot Boxer

    Peugeot has unveiled a revised Boxer van range, promising lower fuel consumption and emissions, improved specifications including standard ESP and a more durable body structure with more robust wear components. Boxer represents around 25% of Peugeot’s rapidly growing UK van sales and retains its four load lengths, three roof heights and eight load volumes of […]

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    Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicles Solutions unveils Trade Ready Solutions

    Consisting of funding, maintenance and repairs, the solution also offers professional trades businesses cost control of monthly outgoings and has been tailored to meet the specific needs of individual trades, such as carpenters, plumbers, electricians and general builders. The solution offers a bespoke tailor made service for each customer, allowing them to upscale as their […]

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    Kestrel Guards signs long-term rental deal with Burnt Tree

    The three-year contract follows the recent opening of Burnt Tree’s brand new vehicle rental and contract hire branch in Southampton and covers a complete fleet replacement programme for Kestrel Guards, including the supply of 15 Ford Fiesta and 3 Peugeot Partner vans. James Matthews, director at Kestrel Guards, said: ‘During the negotiations, Burnt Tree provided […]

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    Carl zu Donna becomes new brand director at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles UK

    Dohna succeeds Alex Smith, who assumes the position of brand director for Volkswagen Passenger Cars. Dohna is currently international sales director for Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in Hanover, a position he has held since 2013. Since joining Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in 2000, he has fulfilled a number of high-profile roles including general manager for international sales […]

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    Applications open for 2014 EST Fleet Hero Awards

    Now in their ninth year, the awards recognise private and public organisations that are proactively reducing fuel bills and cutting carbon emissions through innovative transport policies, improved fleet efficiency, or the provision of cost and fuel saving products and services to fleets.  Taking place in on 27th November at the Institute of Directors of London, […]

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