Category : News
Shell acquires 15% stake in Toll4Europe
EuroShell Cards BV, part of the Shell Group, has acquired 15% of electronic european toll service provider Toll4Europe.
No-deal Brexit to bring ‘far-reaching impacts’, says European auto industry
Failure to strike a Brexit deal could see new car prices rocket while also massively disrupting the manufacturing process.
Spanish true fleet hits the rocks in September as WLTP kicks in
The Spanish true fleet market’s streak of 55 months’ consecutive growth ended rather harshly in September with the full implementation of the new WLTP cycle.
LeasePlan Germany adds plug-in cars to Click & Drive deals
Businesses in Germany can now access online leasing deals for hybrid and electric vehicles through LeasePlan’s Click & Drive offering.
Europcar launches new online account sign-up service for fleets
Europcar has introduced a new online service to simplify account opening for fleets of all sizes, bringing instant access to discounts.
First-ever BMW X7 brings rival to Range Rover
BMW has added a new flagship X7 model to its SUV line-up to bring the fight to the Range Rover and Mercedes-Benz GLS.
ETSC reveals 2018 fleet safety award winners
European fleets including Portugal’s CTT have been recognised for their efforts to improve road safety at work at this year’s European Transport Safety Council (ETSC) fleet safety awards.
UK’s ACFO to expand reach through European Fleet and Mobility Association
UK fleet decision-makers’ organisation ACFO has confirmed it is to join the recently formed European Fleet and Mobility Association (EUFMA) in a move to expand its global reach.
EU new car registrations plummet as WLTP kicks in
The switch to the new WLTP test cycle brought a much-anticipated drop for September registrations in the EU, following a bumper August.
Renault and Brilliance accelerate electric LCV plans for China
Renault and Brilliance have taken the next steps in their plans for conventionally-powered and electric LCVs in China with a new agreement with Liaoning province.
German capital told to introduce diesel ban
Older diesel vehicles are to be banned in eight streets in Berlin by the end of March 2019 – with bans on diesels in further German cities expected to be announced imminently.
Škoda to launch first true Golf rival
Škoda has revealed its forthcoming hatchback will be named Scala as it announces more details of the brand’s first like-for-like rival to the VW Golf, Ford Focus and Vauxhall Astra.
Mazda appoints new European R&D vice president
Hajime Seikaku has taken over as vice president at Mazda Motor Europe’s R&D Centre.
Opel launches full-service leasing under Free2Move Lease banner
Opel is launching its own full service leasing offer under the Groupe PSA mobility brand Free2Move Lease.
Mobility-as-a-Service app launches in UK
A new Mobility-as-a-Service app that brings together thousands of public and private transportation providers including fleet and grey fleet vehicle usage under one platform is now available for fleets in the UK – with …
Frederic Solari joins Microlise to spearhead Continental expansion
Former technology entrepreneur Frederic Solari has joined telematics and transport technology company Microlise as its new director of sales in France.
Briefing: Shell’s Future of Fleet report
A new report from Shell finds that alternative fuel types, new technologies and changing vehicle types are presenting major challenges for fleets in Europe. Natalie Middleton looks at the findings.
eDriving and Munich Re team up for road risk reduction warranty
Fleets in the US are being offered access to a driver risk reduction programme that offers a money-back warranty.
Renault partners with energy firms to advance switch to EVs
Renault has signed partnerships with European energy firms that will bring a number of innovations to help drivers transition to electric vehicles.
LeasePlan shelves IPO plans ‘due to market conditions’
LeasePlan has cancelled plans for an initial public offering “due to market conditions”.
Sofico positions self for UK growth with new regional office
Sofico has established a regional office in the UK to bring enhanced services for its growing local customer base.
Mike Todd named as new CEO at VWFS UK
Mike Todd has returned to Volkswagen Financial Services (UK), taking on the role of chief executive officer.
JLR to close Solihull plant for two weeks
Jaguar Land Rover has announced a two-week shutdown period later this month at its Solihull plant as it looks to take further action on declining global car sales.
EU softens CO2 targets
EU environment ministers have rowed back on average CO2 targets for manufacturers, amid industry concerns that they were unrealistic. Last week saw MEPs vote in favour of a 20% targeted reduction in new car …
Enterprise promotion brings faster access to free rental days
Enterprise Rent-A-Car has launched a new promotion that enables loyalty members to earn double points on qualifying rentals.
Opel to drop slow-sellers as new models arrive
Opel is discontinuing the Adam, Karl and Cascada next year, as it readies a streamlined range of new models in the market’s highest-volume segments.
Arval used vehicle leasing could cut costs for SMEs
Arval has launched a new used car leasing solution in the UK, said to bring substantial savings for fleets.
VW ‘turbocharges’ connected car plans with Microsoft partnership
Volkswagen is accelerating its plans for digital services under a new partnership with Microsoft.
ALD issues first-ever Positive Impact Bond
ALD has issued an inaugural Positive Impact Bond to finance green fleet vehicles in a first for the fleet industry.
2019 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid specs revealed
Following the global reveal of the new generation BMW 3 Series, the forthcoming plug-in hybrid is shown as offering a 72km electric range, low CO2 and fuel economy.
Top news of the week
Škoda to launch first true Golf rival 
EU new car registrations plummet as WLTP kicks in 
Briefing: Findings from The Leasing Forum 2018 
Opel launches full-service leasing under Free2Move Lease banner 
First-ever BMW X7 brings rival to Range Rover 
German capital told to introduce diesel ban 
Shell Power of Data survey: How attitudes to telematics are changing fast