Premium pick-ups are catching up on vans, because the Land Rover Defender is no longer made. The arrival of prestige manufacturers providing greater choice in the pick-up sector is leading to a growing proportion of buyers choosing to run them instead of vans, says Arval. The vehicle leasing and fleet management specialist says that the … [Read more...]
Finance
Volvo expand petrol engine line up
Volvo has released a new petrol engine in its premium S90 and V90 model ranges, offering greater choice for company motorists. Drivers who want an alternative to diesel can now opt for the T4 version of the S90 saloon and V90 estate. Powered by a Euro VI four-cylinder petrol engine and mated to an automatic gearbox as standard, it … [Read more...]
Brakes still going on used-car sales, reports SMMT
The UK’s used car market declined for a second consecutive quarter in Q3, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. But overall, 2017 remains level with 2,102,078 second hand cars changing hands from July to September, representing a fall of -2.1%. Year-to-date, the market remained at record levels after a bumper first quarter, with … [Read more...]
Stick with diesel and save £380 annually
Motorists could save a minimum of £380 per year by sticking with diesel vehicles according to vehicle data experts cap hpi. The company is warning that motorists could find themselves out of pocket potentially by hundreds of pounds each year if they choose to switch to a petrol model from the diesel equivalent. Expert analysts from cap hpi have … [Read more...]
Tradelines 8 November
BMW is considering whether it needs to recall models in the UK after a million were found with potential fire risks in the US. There are two issues being investigated, one on 3 Series models and the other more widespread and affected models are being examined. Mitsubishi Motors in the UK has answered the changing requirements of today’s car buyers with … [Read more...]
Don’t catch a cold with a winter 4×4, says hpi
As the weather takes a turn for the worse, many motorists may consider buying a 4x4 for the winter months. hpi say that recent models to launch that have seen low to zero depreciation and they are Seat Ateca, Skoda Kodiak and Ford Kuga. hpi recently launched a vehicle valuations service to give consumers the ability to buy and sell … [Read more...]
The true cost of buying your next car is explained
A new car loses approximately 20 per cent of its value when it’s driven off the showroom forecourt, and cars lose between 15 - 20 per cent of their value each year, so it pays to have an understanding of deprecation when you’re buying a car. However, the numerous makes, models and colours will all hold and lose their value differently, so a bit of … [Read more...]
Cash-choice users should be cause for concern
Drivers who take a cash option instead of a company car from their employer are often not being considered with the same level of thoroughness as company car drivers when it comes to risk management, says Arval. Cash takers can potentially fall off the radar when it comes to safety, even though there are frequently high mileage and other increased risk … [Read more...]
Driver training needs better targeting by firms
The availability of better data means that a more targeted approach should be the future of driver training, says Arval. As well as collision and damage information, data ranging from telematics analysis through to fuel use and tyre wear can increasingly help fleet managers to identify who needs specific driving help, says David Watts, Fleet Consultant at … [Read more...]
Personal data dilemma for dealers
Personal data stored in vehicle satnav and phones is going to be a headache for dealers in future. Satnav address records and Bluetooth phone information stored on used cars and vans are set to create a headache for remarketing companies with the arrival of General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) next year, says the Vehicle Remarketing … [Read more...]
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