Fleet World news http://comcar.co.uk/news/view.cfm?clk=434 Latest news from Fleet World en-gb Copyright 2010 Fleet World Mon, 06 Sep 2010 23:43:19 Fleet World news http://comcar.co.uk/newcar/channels/images/fleetworld2/logo.gif http://comcar.co.uk/news/view.cfm?clk=434 Ford announces C-MAX pricing and specification http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 20:37 Ford has announced prices for its new C-MAX and Grand C-MAX, which goes on sale in October. Leading fleets signal interest in Nissan Leaf EV http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 14:58 As the Nissan Leaf EV opens for pre-orders, two fleets have already expressed interest in opting for the model following early demonstrations. Latest registration figures show continued recovery in fleet sector http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 12:45 The fleet market continued to show recovery last month, with another increase in new car registration figures, although there were significant drops in the small business and private sectors. Fleets turn to Defect Module to help meet best practice guidelines http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 12:29 Jaama has reported increasing demand for its commercial vehicle defect logging reporting tool from organisations looking to meet legislative and "O" licence requirements. Securitas implements GreenRoad 360+ to reduce crashes and lower costs http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 12:11 Securitas Mobile is implementing the GreenRoad 360+ online technology across its new fleet of Peugeot 207 cars to better manage fleet assets, reduce accidents and gain greater fuel efficiency. New mobile workforce management system delivers improved customer service http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 11:35 Leading ICT services company, Northgate Managed Services (Northgate MS) has implemented a mobile workforce management system from Aeromark to manage its 180 IT field engineers, throughout the UK. Vehicle sourcing firm launches new "personal shopper" service http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 06 Sep 2010 09:39 A new "personal shopper" service has been launched by internet-based vehicle sourcing business Outside Lane's to provide consumers and corporate buyers with a cost-effective and hassle-free way of acquiring used vehicles. Northgate rebrands to raise profile and boost business http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 03 Sep 2010 12:23 Northgate has rebranded its entire network under a new "Northgate Vehicle Hire" national brand. The company has also said that it's looking to build the brand further and continue to offer services catered to the needs of SMEs as well as larger fleets. RoadSafe throws weight behind new risk management tool http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 02 Sep 2010 14:19 RoadSafe is endorsing a new on-line risk assessment tool for fleet operators. Thames Valley Police contracts Thrifty to meet flexible rental needs http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 02 Sep 2010 13:12 Thrifty Car & Van Rental has been reappointed as the primary rental supplier to Thames Valley Police under a new four-year contract. The firm has also reported a rise in the number of organisations turning to flexible rental to meet vehicle requirements. PARIS PREVIEW: Hyundai to premiere ix20 B-segment MPV http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 02 Sep 2010 10:51 Hyundai is to debut its new ix20 B-segment MPV at the Paris Motor Show, the carmaker has revealed. Fiat signs another major deal as part of fleet push http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 02 Sep 2010 09:49 Fiat's push into the UK fleet market is to continue further with a near-200 vehicle deal with car-share organisation Connect. Cable&Wireless adopts Zenith Provecta's Salary Exchange for Cars scheme http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 01 Sep 2010 13:53 World-leading critical communications provider Cable&Wireless Worldwide is introducing a salary sacrifice scheme for its 5,500 UK based colleagues under a new contract with Zenith Provecta. BT and Tesco.com to speak on driver safety at Driving for Better Business event http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 01 Sep 2010 13:28 Two major UK fleets that are in the vanguard of promoting occupational road risk management will be among the speakers at a major Driving for Better Business event being held in Wales later this month. Volvo Cars becomes ACEA member http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 01 Sep 2010 13:02 Volvo Car Corporation has joined the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), following its acquisition by Geely. RAC launches specialist patrols to deal with misfuelling http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 01 Sep 2010 12:44 A specialist patrol team has been launched by RAC to aid the 400-plus motorists who accidentally put the wrong fuel in their car on a daily basis. Magnet renews 650-vehicle contract with Leasedrive Velo http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 01 Sep 2010 11:08 Magnet has renewed its 650-vehicle contract hire contract with the Leasedrive Velo Group for a further four years. Trimble to expand European solutions with Punch Telematix http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 31 Aug 2010 14:35 Trimble says it's looking to grow its business in the European mobile resource management market following its acquisition of Punch Telematix. New MD at Michelin Tyre PLC http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 31 Aug 2010 14:13 Michelin Tyre PLC has announced the appointment of a new MD following the retirement of Jim Rickard. PARIS PREVIEW: Citroen DS4 to put in appearance http://www.fleetworld.net/news/2010/Sep/0434001175.htm 31 Aug 2010 13:25 Citroen has released first details of its new DS4 model - the second model in its DS line-up - which will be revealed at the Paris Motor Show.