The new regulations require UK companies that are listed on the London Stock Exchange to report on their greenhouse gas emissions as part of their annual Directors’ report. It includes reporting on greenhouse gases including methane and nitrous oxides, not just CO2 emissions. Affected companies will need to include a greenhouse gas emissions statement in […]
The offer, available as part of Volkswagen’s national fixed-price brake campaign, will run until 30th September 2013 and is valid on pad and disc replacements. As well as having the brake fluid replaced, customers will receive a 28-point vehicle health check free of charge. Volkswagen technicians will carry out checks on the vehicle’s main wear and […]
Fleets now have until 23rd August to submit their entries for the awards, which recognise organisations that are achieving environmental best practice by implementing innovative solutions to reduce carbon emissions and operate efficient and environmentally friendly fleets. The awards also recognise companies that supply cost and fuel saving products or services to fleets and vehicle […]
The OTC is used to provide information for the FTN product catalogue and includes over 160 brands from tyre manufacturers and importers, representing in excess of 70,000 part numbers. Implementing the system means FTN has access to a wide range of information that helps it to assist fleet customers in making an informed choice about […]
The newly released Territory Optimiser includes optional planning modules that enable transport managers to run routes and schedules through the system to ensure compact delivery zones for efficient routing. Paragon claims this service will help fleets to reduce transport costs, improve mobile staff productivity and advance customer service levels. The system calculates territories using accurate travel […]
Taking place on 29th October in Dunblane, the event is the third in the series hosted by FTA and will focus on managing road risk; reducing fuel spend; vehicle specifications; future van technology; VOSA’s view of enforcement in the world of vans; current and upcoming legislative issues; and an examination of the Van Excellence scheme […]
This year’s safety campaign will encourage drivers to check that their tyres are inflated to the correct pressure, with Halfords Autocentres playing a key role. The network, which has over 290 Autocentres across the UK, joins a long list of TyreSafe members offer free tyre health checks. Stuart Jackson, chairman, TyreSafe, commented: ‘It’s fantastic news […]
Previously area manager for the North East for tool and equipment hire company, Brandon Hire Limited, Knowles managed the development of a network of branches to maximise profitability, whilst also sustaining the highest level of customer service. As part of his new role, Knowles will be working to increase access on ready-to-rent vehicles across the […]
Vehicles including the S, SE, Tracker and Chrome were displayed from 10th-11th August, giving visitors the chance to talk with representatives from five UK dealerships and test-drive the vehicles. The entry-level Steed S is available at £14,998, while the Steed Chrome features a 2.5-tonne towing capacity and a payload of 1,050kg, with add-ons including tinted glass, metallic […]
The family-owned business has implemented the satellite vehicle tracking system cross its fleet after a trial of the real-time system across three of its sites showed a 25% reduction in fuel usage. In addition, with in-cab terminals, bonnet switches and panic buttons fitted to a quarter of its fleet, Ringtons can monitor improvements in driver […]
The company’s new Sprinter 513 CDI chassis cabs are fitted with 129hp engines and were supplied by local Glasgow dealer, Western Commercial. Each is fitted with bespoke body with water tank, jetting and suction equipment by Dutch specialist Rioned. EEG also runs a fleet of more than 300 trucks – a combination of 26- and […]
Launched by technology firm iPointlive, the Mobile Employee Management software automatically monitors the movement of employees regardless of whether they are on public transport, in company or private vehicles or on foot. Accurate location information is provided via Google Maps, eliminating the need to call employees while they are driving. For fleets, the software delivers […]
