Commenting on the findings, Simon Cook, LCV leader at GE Capital, fleet services, said: ‘This new generation of vans is a revelation in terms of impact on the key cost drivers such as fuel consumption, reliability, maintenance costs and carbon footprint. ‘Historically, when a new design appeared, the change in whole life costs compared to […]
Formerly a senior risk analyst for Inchcape Fleet Solutions, Lines will work closely with Alphabet’s business development and corporate mobility teams in the UK, as well as his counterparts in the other Alphabet markets, to bring new innovations to life. This will include a focus on EVs, mobile apps, vehicle connectivity, new technologies and customer […]
Due to come into effect from the autumn, the new rules will mean it will be an offence to be over the generally prescribed limits for each drug and drive vehicle, as it is with drink driving, with the Government having already announced approved recommended drug drive limits for 16 substances. At the Safety and Health […]
That is the view of Geoffrey Bray, a fleet industry veteran of 50 years and chairman of the newly-launched Fleet Industry Advisory Group (FIAG), which is dedicated to developing and sharing best practice among fleet decision-makers while simultaneously raising money for the national Hope for Tomorrow charity. He told more than 50 delegates at FIAG’s […]
The data covers model year specific codes and descriptions for cars and commercial vehicles sold in the UK since 2002. Suitable for a range of new or used vehicle solutions, the feed is offered free of charge to registered users, with regular weekly updates and no restrictions on use. Denis Keenan, CEO at KeeResources, said: […]
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The my DAF app has now been updated to version 2.0 with enhanced functionality and content that includes the ability to view the latest DAF brochures, information sheets, the DAF in Action Magazine, driver’s handbooks for the new LF, new CF & new XF and driver training videos. The app also enables the user to […]
Speaking to delegates, Hill, a FIAG founding member, advised fleet managers that value for money should be a prime criterion in supplier selection alongside their ability to deliver, their culture and their fit with the fleet. Focusing on fleet funding considerations, Hill said there was ‘no vanilla solution’ and added: ‘One size fits all doesn’t […]
Latest figures show the average total cost of ownership of tyres per vehicle for the company has dropped by almost a quarter since 2010. Hertz UK’s general manager, Neil Cunningham, attributes the considerable reduction in average cost per vehicle to the longevity and durability of Michelin tyres which has meant that fewer replacements are needed. […]
Deli-Lites Ireland made the decision to partner with Masternaut to monitor its entire fleet and to create a cost-efficient and productive workforce. By having in-depth visibility, Deli-Lites Ireland fleet managers have a greater view of vehicle performance, in terms of fuel used; route mapping and the run times that drivers complete their deliveries. Also trackable […]
FIAG is the brainchild of industry veteran Geoffrey Bray and a team of highly experienced professional fleet managers who collectively have around 200 years experience in running vehicle operations. Utilising the wealth of knowledge and experience of its founding members – as well as other fleet decision-makers when they join FIAG – the organisation aims […]
To help fleets cut their costs, LeasePlan has published a free online guide on fleet optimisation. The firm says it prides itself on its open-calculation approach to finding the best fleet solution for your business, with the new guide sharing the eight variables that it has identified that directly affect the shape, cost and structure […]
Faye Emms has joined DCH in the newly created position of client relationship executive. Emms, having previously worked for leading national radio companies, will be responsible for further enhancing the relationship between DCH and its clients. Meanwhile, the company has bolstered its business development management ranks with the appointment of Ian Carter. Kayleigh Roper has […]
