The contract, which marks Prohire’s biggest-ever contract win, sees the firm appointed as Autobar’s exclusive fleet management provider for the next four years covering contract hire, daily rentals and accident management. Prohire will be responsible for fleet managing the entire Autobar fleet, including cars, vans and trucks. The contract will be headed up by Mick […]
‘The AA’s findings suggest that almost two-fifths of UK vehicle owners admitted to having been distracted at the wheel during the last 12 months,’ explained Steve Chesworth, managing director of The Fuel Card Group. 16% of respondents stated they had a near miss or crash as a result of fiddling with the radio when their […]
July’s fall reflects the trend in previous months, with year-to-date output down 23.3%. Last year’s structural changes continue to cause instability, but SMMT expects the market to stabilise in the coming months. ‘UK commercial vehicle production fell by a quarter over last July, continuing the trend seen over the last year,’ said Mike Hawes, SMMT […]
‘August is a quiet month for the LCV trade so if you’re looking for a van then now is the time to buy. Our highly desirable model this month is the Mercedes Sprinter 313 long wheelbase high roof. Top of many people’s shopping list, these are expensive to buy but they generally hold their value […]
The comments come in the wake of a recent survey with Specsavers and RSA Insurance Group that suggests almost nine in 10 (87%) drivers are in favour of the scheme. Research indicates this change in the law would significantly reduce the estimated 2,900 casualties caused by poor driver vision each year. The survey shows why government action […]
The FE CNG is equipped with a new 9-litre Euro 6 gas-powered engine featuring spark plug technology and automatic transmission, producing 320hp and 1356Nm of torque Methane gas is odourless when combusted and it contains very low levels of harmful particles. If the methane is a biogas, that is to say based on organic materials, Volvo […]
Hirst will be responsible for the day-to-day support of the larger Prohire fleet customers and his role will require him to work closely with customers to ensure high levels of service are maintained. Commenting on the importance of his new position, Hirst said: ‘Our larger customers rely on Prohire to provide a comprehensive range of […]
The ARI Masterserve Network comprises more than 500 independent outlets that are accredited and continuously monitored by the business. Peter Janes has been appointed to lead the development of the existing network and facilitate further expansion. He brings more than 10 years’ experience in the industry, most recently as a commercial network manager at a […]
Pure electric vehicles are taking part alongside range extenders and plug-in hybrids for the first time in the famous eco-driving extravaganza, which is again being sponsored by ALD Automotive and organized by Fleet World magazine. The three new vehicle classes are joining the more familiar diesel and petrol engined cars and vans that traditionally take part in […]
The latest version of the twice-yearly report surveyed 1,500 businesses found that half of all management teams plan to raise money before the end of the year to support their growth ambitions. A total of 10% of those intending to bring in new capital identified company vehicles as a priority, meaning that an estimated 5% […]
Operating from a quayside wholesale base and retail outlet at Shoreham Harbour, next to Hove Lagoon, the company sells high-quality, day-caught local fish and shellfish. Brighton & Newhaven Fish Sales now runs seven Sprinters supplied by Rossetts, all of which have refrigerated conversions. The latest, a Medium-length 313 CDI model with fuel-efficient 129hp engine, represents […]
Offering all the features and benefits of the firm’s forward-facing black box cameras, the RoadHawk E10 multi-camera system (see video here) also offers up to 360-degree internal and external protection for commercial drivers. With support for up to four cameras, the RoadHawk E10's key features include configurable ‘side swipe/cyclist’ protection, rear view, load and […]
