Fleet Data Insight brings together thought leaders from across the fleet industry, including both operators and suppliers, to share practical advice about using data to achieve operational excellence in fleet performance. Founded by TomTom Telematics, alongside partners Zurich, the FTA and the Energy Saving Trust, Fleet Data Insight will meet twice a year, using the […]
Following telematics implementation in the fleet six months ago, Kwik Fit has reported a 8% saving on fuel bills as a result of technicians adopting a smoother and safer style of driving when at the wheel of the Mobile units. Additionally, average fuel economy across the Mobile fleet has increased from 22mpg to 25mpg – […]
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Prices rose from £8,316 to £11,536, reinforcing the strength of the UK used LCV market in 2014. According to Autorola UK, the average age of stock reduced slightly in 2014 from 35 to 33 months, while mileage also reduced from 23,849 to 22,544 miles which helped increase prices, but generally demand and prices were very […]
So says Chevin Fleet Solutions, with Paul Verkinderen, sales director Europe & MEA, explaining: ‘Especially among commercial vehicles fleets, we are seeing smartphones being used for a range of tasks – for example to enable the carrying out of basic daily maintenance checks compliance requirements. ‘We are working with an 800-vehicle fleet where this fundamental […]
The three main trade associations, the Association of Car Fleet Operators (ACFO), the Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) and the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA), have all re-booked stands at this year’s Show on Tuesday 12 May at the world-famous motor racing venue. They will again be situated in the main indoor […]
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The drop has seen 43 police forces cut their traffic officers from 5,635 to 4,356 between the end of March 2010 and 2014, according to figures published by the Government in response to a parliamentary question. Devon and Cornwall police suffered the largest cut – 76% – taking its traffic officers from 239 to just […]
A 13-year-old, 4.5-litre ex-public utility Unimog with 119,414 miles was the pick of Shoreham’s first sale, selling for nearly £27,000. A second, six-litre 2001 Mercedes Unimog was also the top seller at another Shoreham auction, selling for £18,000 despite nearly 220,000 miles on the clock. The specialised nature of Shoreham’s first auction continued with 2006 […]
The Canter 7C15 arrived via Lancashire and Cumbria Mercedes-Benz Dealer Ciceley Commercials – the German manufacturer’s franchised UK network also sells and supports the popular FUSO light truck range in Britain. The Dealer is inspecting and servicing the vehicle under a Repair and Maintenance Contract, at its Blackburn workshop. The chassis is fitted with a […]
The building contractor made the savings across its 200-strong fleet by using driver behaviour monitoring tools to underpin a three-year risk management programme with HDI-Gerling. ‘By meeting targets to reduce the frequency and severity of motor claims in the last 12 months, we have benefitted from a 20% premium reduction,’ explained Breyer Group finance manager, […]
Nick joins the RAC Telematics team, based at RAC’s Bradley Stoke site, from Masternaut where he was managing director of their German-based business. He was responsible for growing their customer base, and launching a number of profitable new products and strategies. Speaking about his new role, Walker said: ‘There is a fantastic opportunity to drive […]
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The Caddy range is powered by new 2.0-litre, four cylinder diesel engines. The performance range includes: 55 kW / 75 PS, 75 kW / 102 PS, and the top-of-the-range engine a 110 kW / 150 PS. Recording the lowest fuel consumption is the Caddy Blue Motion panel van, specially developed for inner-city deliveries: 'With its […]
Truck registrations increased 38.6% to 2,518 units, led by pent-up demand in the market. The van market also experienced an uplift, up 21.7% to 22,049 units. UK van and truck registrations: 2014 and % change on 2013 January % change Year-to-date % change Rolling year % change Vans 22,049 21.7% 22,049 21.7% 325,613 19.2% […]
