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Isotrak acquires VeriLocation
Isotrak has acquired UK GPS fleet tracking specialist VeriLocation for an undisclosed amount.
SEAT continues SUV offensive with new Arona unveiling
SEAT has unveiled its Arona as it presses ahead with plans to swiftly develop a strong SUV presence.
Aston Martin to launch first electric model in 2019
Aston Martin has confirmed production of its first all-electric model, due to hit the roads in 2019 in a limited build run of 155 cars.
New BMW X3 brings latest digital and driver assistance tech
BMW’s third-generation X3 will bring updated engines as well as latest driver assistance and connectivity functionality when it launches later this year.
Euro 6 diesels up to 12 times over official limits
The latest EQUA Air Quality (Aq) Index results from Emissions Analytics show the BMW 520d auto and Mercedes C220d auto both produced NOX in line
RVs rise 4-9 percentage points for new Ibiza
The fifth-generation Ibiza will bring residual values up between four and nine percentage points when it launches this month, according to Autovista Group.
Italian true fleet market back to black in May
The Italian true fleet market turned back to positive growth in May, with a good performance recorded by all the market channels. Latest figures from
Peugeot to launch Africa-only pick-up market
Peugeot is to return to the African pick-up market with the launch of a new model.
UK true fleet continues to suffer negative growth
The true fleet market in the UK continued to see negative growth, with May’s figures down 4.5% according to latest Dataforce figures.
Microlise signs up Emirates Logistics for Middle East distribution
British transport technology and telematics company Microlise has appointed Emirates Logistics to distribute its technology and services in the Middle East.
EU commercial vehicle market recovers in May
Commercial vehicle demand in Europe rebounded after April’s 7.2% decline, with growth of +9.0% in May and +4.6% for the first five months of the
Automotive Glass Europe appoints partner in Sweden
Automotive Glass Europe (AGE) has expanded its coverage in Europe to 16 countries with the appointment of a new partner in Sweden.
Volvo to launch high-performance EV sub-brand
Polestar, the performance arm of Volvo Cars, is to be repositioned as a standalone manufacturer of high-performance electric vehicles, its parent company has announced.
Leasys to take over FCA Fleet Services France rental activities
Leasys, FCA Bank’s mobility and long-term rental company, is continuing its European expansion with the takeover of FCA Fleet Services France rental activities.
Audi’s second electric car to start production in 2019
Audi has confirmed production of its e-tron Sportback will start at its Brussels plant in 2019, marking its second electric car.
Chevin introduces multi-currency among raft of new global software features
Chevin Fleet Solutions has updated its FleetWave fleet software solution with multi-currency and other new global features for cross-border fleets.
London Mayor to explore pay-per-mile road pricing
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan is to look at measures including road pricing, a workplace parking levy scheme and a zero-emission zone in central London
Jaguar confirms E-Pace compact SUV
Jaguar’s Evoque-sized SUV, dubbed the E-Pace, will make its full reveal next month, the carmaker has confirmed.
Audi A8 to have starring role in Spider-Man film
Audi’s A8 is to make its debut in the forthcoming ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’ movie ahead of its reveal on 11 July in Barcelona.
Latest NAFA website brings enhanced functionality
NAFA Fleet Management Association has launched a new website, bring enhanced functionality and enhanced content as well as a responsive design for mobile visitors.
Kia’s new Juke rival revealed
Kia has revealed more details for its forthcoming Stonic compact crossover, which will rival models such as the Nissan Juke and Renault Captur.
Up to 40% of road deaths in Europe are work-related, new research suggests
Employers, national governments and the EU are being urged to take action to tackle work-related road risk, as latest estimates suggest that up to 40%
Sofico puts spotlight on latest Australian fleet initiatives
Sofico has held its inaugural innovation day for fleet operators, showcasing new services and initiatives that will bring about efficiencies for fleet customers.
Europcar Group to acquire Goldcar
Europcar Group has signed an agreement with Investindustrial to acquire European low-cost car rental firm Goldcar.
EU car registrations close to pre-recession levels
Car registrations in the EU saw continued growth in May, with the market almost back to May 2007 levels prior to the economic crisis.
Toyota investment in MaaS Global to drive mobility solutions
Toyota Financial Services has taken a stake in Finnish company MaaS Global Ltd to develop integrated mobility solutions.
Spotlight: The new Volkswagen Polo
Unveiled in Berlin, the latest iteration of the Polo takes a step up in space and technology, as Alex Grant explains.
Nissan updates Qashqai with extra tech
Nissan has given a makeover to its Qashqai crossover, which gains updated design, new semi-autonomous driving technology and a flagship Tekna+ grade.
Latest Hertz–Lufthansa partnership to bring expanded car rental benefits
Hertz has renewed its global partnership with Lufthansa, bringing expanded car rental benefits for passengers in the process, including exclusive rental offers when renting with Hertz.
Munich commits to diesel ban following court order
The mayor of Munich, Dieter Reiter, has stated his intention to adopt a ban on all diesel vehicles, minus Euro 6 models, as he sees “no
Amazon explores UK car sales market
Amazon is said to be eyeing up the car sales market in Europe, with plans to run a trial in the UK first.
New Kona takes fight to Nissan Juke
Hyundai has revealed its boldly styled Kona compact crossover, which will target rivals such as the Nissan Juke and forthcoming Citroën C3 Aircross when it
StreetScooter to manufacture Transit-based electric van for Deutsche Post fleet
Deutsche Post DHL Group and Ford are partnering to produce electric vans for the courier firm’s urban delivery fleet from 2018. Said to mark the
Citroën’s new Juke-rivalling C3 Aircross: What you need to know
Citroën is morphing its C3 Picasso replacement into a compact crossover as it targets the Nissan Juke and other rivals. We take a look at
Europcar invests in SnappCar
Europcar Group has made a 20% minority investment in peer-to-peer car sharing scale-up SnappCar to enable the company’s further expansion in Europe.
Ford opens East London office to develop mobility solutions for Europe
Ford is to open a Smart Mobility Innovation Office in East London that will develop future mobility solutions specifically for Europe.
ARI and Institute for Supply Management Partner to run free fleet webinar
The subject of how fleets can drive performance through statistical analysis, benchmarking and scorecards is to come under focus in a free ARI webinar this
Number of electric cars on roads hits 2 million
The number of electric cars on the roads globally reached 2 million in 2016, with work by cities and fleets vital to ensuring take-up.
Karl-Thomas Neumann steps down as Opel CEO
Vauxhall/Opel CEO, Dr Karl-Thomas Neumann, has stepped down from his position and will leave the company once its sale to PSA Group has completed.
Jaguar Land Rover to supply Lyft drivers with fleet vehicles
Jaguar Land Rover has become the latest carmaker to invest in the ride-sharing sector with the announcement that it is to take a $25m (22.3m
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf GTE
The plug-in performance Golf could be about to find its spot in the limelight, reckons Alex Grant.
Zipcar launches car sharing service in Taiwan
Zipcar has expanded into Asia for the first time with the launch of its car sharing service in Taipei, Taiwan.
Renault Trafic SpaceClass targets high-end shuttle market
Renault is to launch a passenger-carrying version of its Trafic van with a focus on the premium market.
EU sets long-awaited target to reduce serious road injuries
European Union transport ministers have formally agreed a target of halving the number of people seriously injured on EU roads by 2030 from their 2020
Honda plans for Level-4 automated cars by 2025
Honda is aiming to have Level-4 autonomous cars – one step below fully self-driving tech – available by 2025.
Tesla teases forthcoming Model Y
Tesla has given a sneak preview of its forthcoming Model Y electric compact crossover with a teaser image.
New LeasePlan USA executive to drive international accounts
Heidi DiAngelo has joined LeasePlan USA as senior vice president – international to champion international accounts and help drive global strategy development.
Lyft and nuTonomy to trial self-driving electric cars
US ridesharing firm Lyft is teaming up with nuTonomy, a developer of self-driving car software, to run a trial on self-driving electric cars in the
Hertz and Aeroméxico ink global deal
Hertz has signed an exclusive global partnership with Aeroméxico to offer Hertz, Dollar, Thrifty and Firefly car rental to the airline’s customers.
Kia Stonic sets sights on Nissan Juke
Kia is to launch a compact crossover later this year, dubbed Stonic and providing a rival to the Nissan Juke as well as the forthcoming
Car2go registration deploys fully digital registration in Europe
Daimler’s car2go carsharing subsidiary has implemented fully digital registration for its European customers.
