So says Jaama, which adds that it is absolutely vital that robust management policies and procedures are put in place to deal with any exceptions. The firm’s comments come in response to the BVRLA’s recent “Fleet Technology White Paper’”, which says: ‘The drip of new automotive technology is threatening to turn into a torrent, because […]
Compared to September, vans sold in October were two months older with 4,100 more miles on the clock. Despite this, October saw van values rise by £217 or 4.6%. Additionally, the latest van Market Analysis revealed that a two tier pattern in respect of age may be re-emerging in the used van market, where the […]
Pontin has spent the last 18 months in position as chief car editor at Glass’s and has more than 29 years’ experience in the management, valuation and strategic remarketing of new and used vehicles. He has worked on behalf of a number of key automotive manufacturers and leasing companies including British Car Auctions and Car […]
The leasing option provides fleet operators the chance to spread the cost of RoadHawk systems over two or three years. Taking into account current tax relief, the firm says the customer will actually save money over the lease period compared to purchase and replacement over the same period. It also means that at the end […]
The new deal also means Euro Car Parts’ operations team will start receiving detailed fleet reports which will help them analyse tyre use and control costs, and all van and truck drivers now have access to ATS Euromaster’s roadside rapid response service in case of a tyre-related emergency. Euro Car Parts’ head of operations, Tony […]
The New Relay vans will be used to transport replacement windscreens and windows for installation on bus, coach, motorhome and rail vehicles throughout the UK. High Wycombe-based PSV Glass now operates 66 Citroën vans. The majority of the company’s Citroën fleet has been acquired since 2013, after the company took the decision to replace another […]
‘It is positive to see that demand for commercial vehicles grew 27.0% in October to 35,027 units, driving the market up 14.1% to surpass 300,000 units,’ said Sue Robinson, director of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) which represents commercial vehicle and franchised car retailers across the UK, commenting on the SMMT’s van and truck […]
The company operates across various sectors including construction and aviation where health and safety considerations are imperative. It has a workforce of around 2,500 employees in the UK and, as they are scattered in several different locations and mainly based on sites, decided to go on the road to them. The roadshows, which were run […]
Previously occupying the position of chief information officer at ARM Holdings, where he led all aspects of the organisation’s IT activity, Richard is now responsible for Northgate’s information management and supporting technology – including IT services, process improvement and data management across both Northgate’s United Kingdom and Republic of Ireland based operations. Harris’ experience includes […]
Delegates agreed that greater harmonisation among regulatory bodies is needed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions in the CV sector. Susumu Hosoi, president of Isuzu Motors and chairman of JAMA, commented: ‘Heavy-duty engine and vehicle manufacturers are making clear progress in exhaust emission reductions and fuel efficiency improvements with sustained efforts.’ The meeting covered […]
