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The guidance, which includes a case study on how Speedy Services – winner of a Brake Fleet Safety Award for its safe vehicles – keeps its vehicles on the road, is published through Brake's Fleet Safety Forum, in conjunction with the Institute of Road Transport Engineers (IRTE).

 In 2012 (most recent data available), vehicle defects contributed to 2,123 […]

The three-year contract will see Total provide a complete incident and claims management service to include managing repairs, hire vehicles, glass repair and replacement. Once the contract is fully live Total will also implement its mobile repair service and work with National Grid to identify other cost-saving initiatives.  All mobile phone users will receive access […]

Commenting on the issue, James Firth, FTA’s head of road freight and enforcement policy, said: ‘The logistics industry is not going to grind to a halt today as some have suggested – the figures indicate that most drivers will have got it done. But the deadline highlights a more fundamental problem of driver supply in […]

The vehicles have been leased on a two-year fix and flex rental deal. According to Stephen Armiger, transport manager at Blunham Dairy: ‘For several years now, we have used an alternative vehicle supplier for our transport fleet requirements, however, following Burnt Tree’s recent move into temperature controlled vehicle rental, we decided to run with their […]

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%) […]

The device, called the Wire WizAArd, is being rolled out to all AA Glass technicians and allows most van and car screens to be removed and replaced by a single technician. The firm says the device is a significant improvement on similar tools used by competitors. The two-part tool adheres to the screen with suckers […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]