2014

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    32% of MOT failures caused by simple-to-fix faults

    When Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles examined the most common causes of all MOT test failures it found that, in most cases, simple things such as faulty bulbs, too little tyre tread, or even empty windscreen washer fluid bottles were to fault. A further quarter of failures are caused by brake and suspension wear (15.3% and 14.2%) […]

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    ATS Euromaster opens new flagship service centre in Wales

    Located on Mold Road and directly opposite Wrexham FC, the new site replaces the company’s previous centre on Dolydd Road. The flagship facility offers an extended range of services for businesses and private motorists. As well as traditional tyre and fast-fit work, technicians can carry out vehicle health checks, fault diagnostics and scheduled maintenance servicing […]

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    Alphabet’s Paul Hollick moves over to The Miles Consultancy

    Hollick began his fleet career at Inchcape Fleet Solutions where he was head of finance & IT for four years before joining Alphabet in 2007. In his new role, he takes responsibility for TMC's strategic development, its direct and indirect sales channels, product innovation and product development. He will also play a key role in […]

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    New DVLA licence checking service set to meet fleet needs, say ACFO members

    Held in London, the hour-long one-to-one workshop gave ACFO members the chance to put the “Share My Driving Record” (SMDR) web-based service through its paces, with attendees having applauded its ease of use, straight-forward navigation and functionality as well as suggesting a number of enhancements that the DVLA pledged to take on board. The DVLA […]

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    Intelligent Telematics sets up installation & support service

    Dubbed Intelligent Installations, the new service will not only provide ongoing support to Intelligent Telematics, but also work with leading UK organisations including mobile networks, vehicle leasing specialists and aftermarket businesses operating within the fleet marketplace. Based in Whyteleafe, Surrey, the company provides a managed support solution that use a network of established regional specialists […]

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    Four by Ford

    Practicality Transit Courier offers a load volume of up to 2.3m3, and a load length of 1.62m with the standard full-height bulkhead in place. An optional folding mesh bulkhead, with fold and dive passenger seat, allows lengths of up to 2.59m to be carried, raising overall volume to 2.6m3. Maximum carrying capacity is 660kg, on […]

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    Robert Hazelwood joins BCA as commercial director

    Hazelwood joins BCA from Volkswagen Group UK where he held a number of senior positions over nine years, latterly as Volkswagen Brand Director and, prior to this role, heading the Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles and Skoda brands. Before joining Volkswagen UK, Hazelwood held the role of managing director MG Rover UK and Managing Director Ferrari/ Maserati […]

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    Telogis to support Brake’s national road safety campaigns

    The firm, a provider of solutions for driver and commercial vehicle productivity and safety, will give financial support, speakers and information to promote Brake’s practitioner services and Fleet Safety Forum, as well as participate in Road Safety Week, which takes place in November. Sergio Barata, general manager of Telogis EMEA, said: ‘Brake works with companies with mobile workforces to help […]

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    Iveco to offer five year warranty on New Daily vans

    Commenting on the extension, Claudio Zanframundo, managing director of Iveco UK, said: ‘New Daily is currently the only van in its class available with a five year warranty. It’s a reflection of our absolute confidence in this third generation model range, which is the result of a $700 million investment.’ The offer is marketed towards […]

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