The four year contract commenced In September 2013 with the delivery of the 57 Mercedes vans, comprising of Citan, Vito and Sprinter models, which will be used by the housing and maintenance teams that look after the Raven Housing Trust properties. Automotive Leasing have a global deal with Mercedes, and according to Raven Housing Trust, […]
In total, the value of fraudulent insurance claims uncovered by insurers rose 18% compared to the previous year and equates to more than double the cost the UK’s shoplifting bill. The ABI found that in 2013, a total of 118,500 bogus or exaggerated insurance claims were made, equivalent to 2,279 a week. Fraudulent motor insurance […]
The first stage of the partnership was to replace GRITIT’s existing systems with Telogis’ single platform system. Previously GRITIT used two disparate systems, one for mobile device reporting and job allocation and the other for locating vehicles and assets. According to GRITIT, the mobile phone and table-compatible software is a major asset: ‘Smartphones and handheld […]
Announced by Transport for London yesterday (29th May), the rise comes into effect from 16th June 2014 and will see the daily Congestion Charge price rise from £10 to £11.50 (or £10.50 if paid using CC Auto Pay or £14 if paid the next charging day). The increase follows a public consultation that took place […]
Intended to will set new standards for customer service in the fleet industry, the centre will provide a single point of contact for dealers and manufacturers and firms that are defleeting. Commenting on the launch, Mike Pilkington, managing director of Paragon Automotive, said: ‘Our new facility in Corby will raise the bar on the levels […]
The week-long survey drew a range of comments in response to the question: Should all CVs be fitted with witness cameras? Kjell Anderton, a TrackCompare director, said: ‘Almost all fleet operators made it clear they want cameras in all CVs. Comments received included, “All vehicles should have them as standard: it would wipe out the […]
Held last month at the world-famous Silverstone Circuit in Northamptonshire, the event saw Jaama showcase its recently launched comprehensive driver risk profiling tool that is available within its core Key2 product range. Following the Show, Jaama has already held follow-up meetings with 10 potential new clients. Managing director Martin Evans said: ‘The 2014 Fleet Show […]
ALD’s total fleet size grew by more than 18% in 2013 to over 97,000 vehicles. With a growing pipeline of orders, the firm expects this figure to exceed 100,000 during 2014, with the public sector to play a leading role. As part of its move to help strengthen its public sector offer and develop this […]
Exhibiting recently at the CV Show, the IAFF reported good footfall from show visitors eager to learn more about what the independent aftermarket can offer when it comes to OE-quality parts, service and warranty. Wendy Williamson, IAAF chief executive designate, said: ‘Attending the CV Show was extremely useful. We were able to meet lots of […]
Commenting on the increase, Natalie Chapman, FTA’s head of policy for London, said: ’Commercial vehicles making essential deliveries, such as keeping the capital’s shelves stocked and supplying London’s hospitals should be exempt from the Congestion Charge. But not only are they forced to pay to use the road network in Central London, they have now […]
The partnership sees the money saving services provider increase the number of vehicles hired from Northgate with a 30-fleet flexible hire deal. Commenting on the partnership, Felix Beltran, area sales manager for Northgate Vehicle Hire, said: ‘This is a very successful partnership to be a part of as Save Britain Money is very much seen […]
Revealed last month, the new Vivaro – sister model to the new Renault Trafic – offers longer model variants, enabling increased load capacity, whilst its cabin features IntelliLink infotainment technology with user-friendly navigation, as well as equipment details which quickly and easily transform it into a mobile office. Built at Vauxhall's manufacturing plant in Luton, […]
