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2017 Global Leasing Report outlines positive industry growth
White Clarke Group has published its 20th annual Global Leasing Report showing how the industry has maintained an optimistic outlook.
JATO to use TecAlliance SMR data in Whole Life Cost solution
JATO Dynamics has signed an agreement with TecAlliance to use its service maintenance and repair (SMR) forecast data in its Whole Life Cost solution.
Strong true fleet start to 2016 for majority of EU-5
True fleet registrations for 2017 got off to a strong start for the majority of the EU-5 markets, with only France recording a downturn.
Fiat and Ford superminis fall behind rivals in latest Euro NCAP ratings
Euro NCAP has released safety ratings for six new and facelifted cars, with Fiat and Ford models only awarded three stars.
DS 7 Crossback revealed
DS Automobiles has unveiled its DS 7 Crossback ahead of its Geneva Motor Show debut.
Mitsubishi reveals Eclipse Cross SUV
Mitsubishi has taken the wraps off its Eclipse Cross SUV prior to its arrival in early 2018.
Renault-Nissan Alliance and Transdev to develop fleets of driverless vehicles
The Renault-Nissan Alliance has signed a deal with autonomous vehicle services specialist Transdev to jointly develop a fleet of electric driverless vehicles for public and
XC60 to showcase latest Volvo semi-autonomous safety tech
Volvo has published a teaser image of its forthcoming XC60 SUV as it reveals details of the new safety technology that will be onboard.
Ford concept pairs up autonomous vehicles and drones for ‘last mile’ deliveries
Ford employees have developed a new concept that could help transform ‘last mile’ deliveries.
TomTom to use Qualcomm Drive Data Platform for HD map crowdsourcing
TomTom has teamed up with Qualcomm Technologies Inc to use the Qualcomm Drive Data Platform to develop fast and cost-effective high-definition maps using connected cars.
EU commercial vehicle registrations up 8.2% in January
EU demand for commercial vehicles continued to rise in January.
Ford to introduce 4G connectivity under Vodafone partnership
Ford is linking up with Vodafone to bring 4G LTE connectivity to vehicles in Europe using a new built-in modem.
New Fiesta ST debuts 114g/km three-cylinder 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine
Ford’s new Fiesta ST will introduce a 200hp three-cylinder 1.5-litre EcoBoost engine and selectable Drive modes when it goes on sale early next year.
Peugeot unveils autonomous PHEV concept
Peugeot has revealed its Instinct concept, which hints at the brand’s future autonomous plans.
Expanded Hertz and Air France partnership to bring extra benefits
Air France and HOP! have appointed Hertz, Thrifty and Firefly as their exclusive car rental providers for four years following the renewal of the 28-year
Alfa Romeo Stelvio line-up revealed
Alfa Romeo has announced trim levels and the launch engine line-up for its forthcoming Stelvio SUV.
Shell opens its first hydrogen refuelling station in the UK
Shell has opened its first hydrogen refuelling station in the UK at its Cobham service station on the M25.
Volkswagen teases Arteon fastback ahead of Geneva debut
Volkswagen has previewed its forthcoming four-door fastback Arteon model prior to its world premiere at next month’s Geneva Motor Show.
Facelifted Skoda Rapid and Rapid Spaceback gain new 1.0 TSI engine
Skoda has revealed its facelifted Rapid and Rapid Spaceback, which are updated with new exterior and interior designs along with a new 1.0 TSI engine
Nissan appoints Saikawa as CEO as Ghosn steps down
Nissan has named co-CEO Hiroto Saikawa as its new CEO as current incumbent Carlos Ghosn refocuses his role.
Single fleet management system makes most sense for global fleets
Using a single fleet management system can bring strong benefits to global fleets in terms of measuring and managing their international operations.
Hyundai i30 Tourer to bring emissions from 95g/km
Hyundai’s new i30 estate will offer boot space among the best in the class along with a best-in-class standard safety package and emissions from 95g/km
New addition to Range Rover line-up revealed
Land Rover has published the first official image of its new Range Rover Velar, which launches later this year.
Tel-Aviv based Drive Innovation Center to promote smart mobility
A new innovation centre that will provide assistance to smart mobility start-ups is to open in Tel Aviv.
New Hyundai i30 Wagon teased
Hyundai has published a teaser image of its new i30 Wagon prior to its unveiling at Geneva.
French true fleet market down 1.5% in January
French true fleet registrations fell last month, following record growth in 2016, latest data shows.
Arval worldwide leased fleet grows 8.4% in 2016
Arval’s worldwide leased fleet grew 8.4% last year, totalling 1,028,142 units at the end of the year.
Ford to take driver out of loop on path to full autonomy
Ford is to skip plans to introduce partially autonomous, Level 3 cars due to concerns over driver safety.
EU passenger car registrations up 10.2% in January, reports ACEA
The EU passenger car market saw a strong start to the year with registrations up 10.2% according to latest data from the European Automobile Manufacturers
EU car registrations to grow 2.8% in 2017, predicts Cap HPI
Car sales across the European Union will grow by at least 2.8% in 2017, according to the latest forecasts from Cap HPI.
Electric Peugeot Partner Tepee to bring 170km range
Peugeot is to launch an electric version of its Partner Tepee MPV, bringing a range of 170km on the NEDC cycle.
European car registrations up 9.4% in January
The European car industry continued to grow in January 2017 with new car registrations for the month totalling 1.2 million units, up 9.4% on January
New Kia Picanto to bring enhanced tech and engines
Kia’s new Picanto city car will bring new in-car technologies and connectivity features as well as updated engines, including a new 89g/km entry-level petrol.
TomTom Telematics passes 700,000-vehicle milestone
TomTom Telematics has exceeded 700,000 subscriptions to its connected car and fleet management solutions in Europe.
Ford Focus Electric gains 225km range and fast-charging tech
Ford has updated its Focus Electric with new battery and fast-charging technology.
Updated XE, XF and F-PACE to bring new engines and tech
Jaguar has updated its F-PACE, XE and XF models for the 2018 model year, including the addition of a new 126g/km entry-level diesel for the
European Commission issues ‘final warnings’ to five Member States over air pollution
The European Commission has sent final warnings to the UK as well as Germany, France, Spain, Italy for failing to address repeated breaches of air pollution limits for
Spanish true fleet market hits ground running in 2017
The Spanish true fleet market and total market for passenger cars have made a strong start to the year, latest Dataforce figures show.
VW and Mobileye ink deal on ‘super navigation data’ for autonomous driving
Volkswagen is to integrate camera-based map and localisation technology from Mobileye into future vehicles under a new deal that will help develop autonomous driving solutions.
Newly appointed CEO Jeffrey Schlesinger to lead LeasePlan USA
LeasePlan USA has appointed Jeffrey Schlesinger as the company’s new president and chief executive officer.
Peugeot-Citroën in talks to buy Opel/Vauxhall
PSA Group has confirmed that it is in talks with GM to take over the European Opel and UK Vauxhall businesses although it said “there
Daimler Financial Services invests in AutoGravity vehicle finance app
Daimler Financial Services AG is investing an undisclosed amount in AutoGravity, a startup founded in late 2015 in Irvine, California, as part of its growth
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross SUV named and revealed
Mitsubishi has published teaser images of its forthcoming crossover, which will be named the Eclipse Cross.
Facelifted Skoda Citigo revealed
Skoda has revised its Citigo city car with a new front section and upgraded interior for 2017.
Ford invests in AI start-up to develop virtual driver system
Ford is to invest $1bn over the next five years in an autonomous vehicle start-up co-founded by former Google and Uber leaders.
First Drive: Citroën Spacetourer
A smart new design that bodes well for Citroën models, says John Kendall.
The changing face of Brazilian fleet management
Fleet Logistics gives an overview of the Brazilian fleet management market and the opportunities for further development.
MEPs back reforms to prevent further emissions scandals
MEPs have voted to overhaul EU rules on car approvals to strengthen environmental and safety testing and help prevent emissions scandals from taking place in
LeasePlan grows global fleet 8% in 2016
LeasePlan’s global fleet grew 8% in 2016, helped by strong performances in the SME and private lease markets.
Global light vehicle sales up 5.6% in 2016
Global car and LCV sales rose 5.6% to 84.24 million units in 2016, helped by soaring demand in China, India and Europe.
Société Générale to float ALD Automotive
French financial services group Société Générale has announced plans to float its ALD Automotive vehicle leasing subsidiary on the stock market this year as part
