Working closely with Ogilvie for over 12 months, Bedfordshire-based company HK Remarketing, part of the Hudson Kapel Group, has developed and delivered a workflow-based de-fleet and sales channel management system configured specifically for the firm and providing full inventory visibility; multiple rules based sales channel operation and supplier selection. The system offers full integration of […]
The EEA data shows that there were 1.2 million new vans registered in 2013, with average emissions of 173.3g/km. This means that Europe’s vans achieved their 2017 target of 175g/km four years ahead of schedule The EEA added that emissions levels are very different across Europe – they were lowest among new vans sold in […]
Black (pictured) joins the brand from Lombard Corporate Asset Finance where he held the role of UK head of corporate coverage. He brings with him more than 20 years of experience in the automotive and financial sectors. Previously, he was with Lombard Vehicle Management Ltd for 17 years, rising to the board-level position of head […]
The brand took the Van Manufacturer of the Year title for the second successive year, with Van Fleet World managing editor John Kendall commenting: ‘Not a difficult choice for the judges given the comprehensive renewal of Ford's van range that is still going on. To date they have all been class-leading to drive, too, which […]
Following a rigorous tender process, the new contract will see BT Fleet manage the EDF Energy vehicle fleet until at least December 2018. Having initially started working together in October 2010, BT Fleet currently manages 1,000 LCVs and 400 cars for the energy company. As part of the agreement, BT Fleet is providing EDF Energy […]
The guide – believed to be the only company car and van tax book currently available in the market – provides a supplement to the fleet tome Managing Your Company Cars, a 540-page textbook for leasing professionals and fleet managers, providing fleets with the latest tax information to accompany the guide. It has been fully […]
Called "Perfect Purchasing", publication of the white paper coincided with FIAG holdings its launch workshop today (Wednesday, 21st May) focusing on fleet vehicle procurement and purchasing best practice entitled “Experience – Driving Change”. According to Geoffrey Bray, FIAG chairman, all too often the purchasing process conducted via a tendering exercise can be totally inappropriate, ineffective […]
This year’s event is once again being held at the esteemed Royal Automobile Club at Pall Mall, London, where the crème de la crème of the fleet industry are present. This year’s award winners comprise: Van Fleet World – Editor’s Awards Safety Award – Mercedes-Benz Environment Award – Renault Z.E. Innovation Award – Renault 1.6 […]
The investment in the branch refurbishment has seen improved customer and employee facilities introduced, and now features a comfortable reception room for workshop and rental customers, a team of 15 members of staff and a fleet of almost 300 fuel-efficient vehicles. The appointment of Durall is also intended to build on Northgate’s reputation for flexibility […]
The family-owned company has reported a major increase in turnover in the last five years, after embarking on a strategy of expansion through acquisition – it recently completed the purchase of another business, in Pontypool. Within the last 12 months Peter Broughton has also bought nine new vehicles from Euro Commercials. First to arrive were […]
Nissan has announced that its new e-NV200 van will go available from July priced from £13,393 for a flexible battery leasing option. Based on the NV200 – voted International Van of the Year 2010 – and using a similar drivetrain to the LEAF, the e-NV200 is offered in both panel van and five-seat combi form […]
Under the changes, Simon Oliphant, chief executive of Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions, is to take the position of vice-chairman of the association and will take over as BVRLA chairman when Peter Cakebread steps down in May 2015. Neil Cunningham of Hertz, who served as chairman of the BVRLA between 2011-2013, steps down as vice chairman. […]
