The line-up includes two Ford models in the form of the new 2-tonne Transit and Transit Courier along with the latest evolutions of the Fiat Professional and PSA Peugeot/Citroën respective Ducato/Boxer/Relay (or Jumper in some markets). Renault’s joint venture with GM Opel/Vauxhall sees the introduction of all-new Trafic and Vivaro vans together with a makeover […]
Under the deal, Autoglass will work to a clear SLA agreement that speeds up the repair and automatic billing processes, with the vehicle registered on 1Link and the work authorised at the driver's home, place of work or at a safe location on their journey. Sean Consadine, operations director of Pendragon Contracts, said: ‘We were […]
The Ducato solution will use advanced navigation software integrated in the Uconnect 5-inch Radio Nav system, manufactured by Continental and featuring TomTom’s IQ routes and digital maps. The move will provide drivers with easy access to Fiat Professional POIs including dealers and service points across Europe. ‘We are pleased to announce an extension to our […]
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‘Our new website is a much more user-friendly resource with news, events and member benefits clearly accessible to all users,’ said VRA chairman John Davies. ‘The site also comes with a members-only area packed with latest industry reports and intelligence, an invaluable resource for our colleagues. I’m delighted that we are able to present a […]
Taking place on Thursday 26th June from 9.30am to 1pm, the event is being organised by Cardinus Risk Management to provide valuable advice and information for anybody with responsibility for at-work drivers and managing vehicle fleet risk. In particular the forum will discuss telematics and the way new technological developments have addressed the earlier challenges […]
According to Manheim, this increase of £132 during the month echoed a fall in average mileage from 80,302 to 80,191 and a fall in the average age from 65 months to 63 months. The company found that the car derived van (CDV) sector once again dominated the auctions, with 42% of all vans sold in […]
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Keighley brings 35 years’ automotive industry experience, including his former roles at CAP and VIPDATA. DrivenData provides Fleetnet coded used values, alongside new vehicle data, including prices, specifications, options, forecast values and total cost of ownership data for cars and light commercial vehicles. The firm offers a “money back” guarantee alongside a three-month “start-up” deal […]
Announced earlier this month, the change means that disqualified drivers will now face up to 10 years in prison – five times the current maximum sentence – if they cause death, and up to four years’ imprisonment if they cause serious injuries. Justice Secretary Chris Grayling also announced his intention to launch a full review of […]
Other findings included that volumes increased by +0.2% to 9,220 units, and the average ages of LCVs sold at auction fell to 68.4 months. The average number of days that LCVs remained on site fell to 12 and the average mileage was 85,297 miles. Price Changes by age Jan-14 Feb-14 Mar-14 […]
The firm is using the technology on vehicles from cars to 32-tonne rigid trucks to monitor fleet location, activity and efficiency. The technology will play an important role in London-based Blu-3’s plans to demonstrate a commitment to greener, safer and more efficient performance as it bids for silver status under the Freight Operator Recognition Scheme […]
Russell Boulton has been appointed as the dedicated welfare vehicle sales manager, and John Pay, formerly northern sales manager, has been promoted to the role of UK wheelchair access vehicle sales manager. Commenting on the management changes, Steve Shaw, O&H Vehicle Conversions commercial director, said: 'We feel that this investment and re-structure indicates how committed […]
Intended to help provide firms with an auditable trail to show compliance with duty of care and corporate manslaughter legislation, the firm’s Compliance Managed Services are aimed at businesses of any size with either company car and/or “grey” fleet drivers. Led by industry demand, the web tool builds on the firm’s existing licence checking solution […]
