The newly announced bankruptcy of Chinese car maker Hi Phi shows that fleets must 'tread carefully' when it comes to buying vehicles from the new wave of manufacturers arriving in the UK, said FleetCheck. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software specialist, pointed out that the top-end car maker was due to begin sales in Europe this year and … [Read more...]
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Out of warranty and into trouble with company vehicles
The increasing number of older vehicles being operated by fleets means manufacturers are increasingly refusing longer-term out-of-warranty claims, reports the Association of Fleet Professionals. The organisation says that with vans especially now being operated into six, seven and eight years, a range of claims issues are emerging that are creating … [Read more...]
A quarter of drivers rely on satnavs or atlases
A survey of British road users has revealed that almost one in four (23%) say that they would not be confident navigating without the use of a sat nav or traditional road atlas. Further, the survey shows even more reliance on the use of navigational technology when driving, since only half of all road users (47%) reported keeping a paper road atlas in their … [Read more...]
Keep your feet dry under water in Elan Valley
Elan Valley has arranged a special event this Bank Holiday to celebrate the 120th Anniversary of the official opening of the dams. Tomorrow, guided coach tours uncover the rich history and breathtaking landscapes of the stunning Mid Wales estate. The first tour departs at 10:00am and concludes at midday, with a second tour running from 1:30pm to … [Read more...]
Retail buyers need help to go electric, say dealers
Grants or loans to support the used electric vehicle market is the number one action dealers would like to see from the new Labour government to encourage private buyers to make the transition from petrol and diesel models. August’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 56% of traders would back the move - followed by 50% who want cheaper electricity for EV … [Read more...]
Call for independent certified EV health check
Almost nine out of 10 motorists say it is important to have an independent, certified used electric car assessment showing how well previous owners have looked after the vehicle’s battery. While 83% want to know how long the battery will take to fully charge, 82% also want verification on the amount of battery capacity that has been lost since new and 81% … [Read more...]
CarFest is growing greener next weekend
CarFest presented by bp pulse is the UK’s biggest family fundraising festival and switching its fleet to sustainable fuel for the first time this year, thanks to an in augural partnership with SUSTAIN. From delivery trucks to luggage buggies, 123 festival fleet vehicles will run on SUSTAIN Diesel for the event, a ‘plant-powered’ drop-in fuel from … [Read more...]
Holiday getaway without the pain
Driving can give you a pain when and where you least expect it and holiday driving with added pressures of family and finding your way through heavy traffic can bring on cramps and pains, which can be reduced with a bit of preparation. The good news is that there are many ways to alleviate the physical effects of driving. Auto Trader recommends making a … [Read more...]
Ford Mustang Mach-E is gold for Welsh medalist
Distance is everything to the world's top Paralympic Shot putter and he swares by his new Ford Mustang Mach-E to get him about Britain quickly, cheaply and in the greenest way. Ford Sporting Ambassador Aled Sion Davies OBE, from Bridgend, is on a sustainable road to the Paralympic Games in Paris next month with his Ford Mustang Mach-E. He has collected … [Read more...]
Tradelines 21 August
Helping fleets access lower insurance costs by proving they represent a better risk is the aim of new affinity partnership signed by FleetCheck. 1st Choice Insurance are a specialist fleet broker based in Shrewsbury, who represent a panel of the UK’s largest and most experienced fleet insurers and the two companies are working together to identify fleets … [Read more...]
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