The fleet has been built exclusively for AAH through specialist partners, ensuring product is delivered within GDP 2013 guidelines. Each AAH van will be fitted with a Seven telematics transcan unit linked to the Seven Eye website, allowing drivers to constantly monitor the temperature of the fridge, which is maintained between two and eight degrees, […]
NIE Networks is responsible for managing 47,000 kilometres of overhead and underground cables that deliver electricity to 850,000 homes and businesses across Northern Ireland. The company opted for the Crafter CR35 MWB panel van due to its load space, rear-wheel drive functionality to help access remote areas, and ability for bespoke conversion. Each Crafter will […]
For freight operators fuel represents around a third of annual operating costs. FTA’s members have reported that the high price of fuel is their number one concern; being bad for businesses, hauliers and road users, and can have a devastating impact on their customers and ultimately everyone through the prices on the shelves. Commenting on […]
The new three year contract will support Lex Autolease’s services which it provides to around 300,000 vehicles, as the UK’s largest fleet and leasing manager, and will commence in January 2016. Service in the UK will be provided by the AA’s 3,000 plus patrols and includes roadside assistance, recovery, incident management and European cover. The […]
The firm had supplied Cataclean Diesel to 40 RAC patrol vehicles via distribution partner Euro Car Parts. Following this successful trial the RAC have now commissioned Cataclean Diesel across the entire UK patrol fleet, 1400 vehicles. Cataclean’s director of sales William Jones said the product was selected following a rise in the number of RAC […]
Connectivity is totally changing the way in which fleets operate. Real-time visibility on the likes of assets and remote equipment, wireless engine software revisions, instantaneous customer-service feedback, dynamic routing and scheduling is having a fundamental impact on how organisations drive efficiencies and deliver compelling customer experiences. And this is just the tip of the iceberg […]
This follows plans announced last month to introduce a deposit which is returned to the learner driver if they pass, encouraging them to take their test when they are ready. Other measures to take priority in the government’s plan for road safety include funding to train young cyclists (£50m over four years to support Bikeability schemes) […]
The bulk of the AA’s order is for Ford Transit Custom, with around 400 being fitted by Ambrosetti UK with the AA’s new recovery trailer system, heavy duty electrical systems, special equipment racking and the organisation’s trademark yellow livery. In one of the largest orders to date for the recently launched Ford Transit Courier, the […]
Nearly 90% of the 445 road users who responded to the survey said that the use of a handheld mobile device while driving was "very distracting", with 95% claiming to have personally witnessed another motorist doing so. Over half (52%) of those surveyed believed that penalties for using a handheld mobile device should be more […]
With Christmas looming just around the corner, the logistics industry is braced to deliver as the nation embarks on its festive shopping spree. Truck and commercial vehicle drivers know all too well that this is the busiest time of the year – in early December the Road Haulage Association issued a warning about the “chronic […]
Denise House has joined as a vehicle rental area manager for the South, based at AMT’s Enfield location. She previously worked for IT Fleet Automotive and has more than 20 years’ experience in automotive rental and fleet management. In her new role, Ms House will be responsible for customer service, staff development, profitability and cost […]
Following a consultation by Defra, Clean Air Zones will be introduced in Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Derby and Southampton by 2020. However the plans will not limit car usage. In Birmingham and Leeds, the Clean Air Zone will cover HGVs, light goods vehicles, buses, coaches and taxis, while in Southampton, Nottingham and Derby only HGVs, buses, […]
