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Daimler Financial Services acquires PayCash Europe SA
Daimler Financial Services AG is acquiring the electronic payment services provider PayCash Europe SA for an undisclosed amount.

PSA Emov carsharing app gains 50,000 members in three weeks
A car sharing scheme launched by the PSA Group and EYSA has seen 50,000 members register in the three weeks since its launch.

MyGeotab app released for iOS
Geotab has released an Apple iOS compatible version of the MyGeotab app, following the launch of an Android version last November.

Renault adds new Master to electric vehicle line-up
Renault has updated its electric vehicle line-up with the launch of its first-ever Master Z.E. model, which arrives as the new version Kangoo Van Z.E.

Nissan to start on-road autonomous vehicle tests in London
Nissan is run its first real-world demonstrations of autonomous driving cars in Europe from next month.

Mercedes-Benz Vans invests in delivery robots manufacturer
Mercedes-Benz Vans has taken a lead investor role in a 16.5m euro funding round in a start-up company that develops ground-based, autonomous delivery robots.

Italian true fleet market puts in best performance in over a decade
True fleet registrations in Italy put in record performances in 2016, latest figures shows.

Fiat Chrysler and Renault face investigations over diesel emissions
Fiat Chrysler and Renault have become the latest carmakers to be caught up in the diesel emissions scandal with the announcement of investigations.

Europcar partners with China’s Shouqi Car Rental
A new partnership between Europcar Group and Shouqi Car Rental is set to benefit business drivers travelling in Europe and China.

Panasonic Energy Belgium increases fleet with LeasePlan flexible rewards plan
Battery manufacturer Panasonic Energy Belgium has dramatically increased the number of vehicles on its fleet after using LeasePlan to implement a flexible rewards plan.

Cap HPI drives European expansion
Cap HPI has made a number of key appointments in line with its plans for growth in key European markets.

Volkswagen reaches US settlement as six executives indicted
Volkswagen has agreed to pay a total $4.3bn in US fines and penalties as it works with the government to resolve criminal and federal environmental

Connectivity climbs to top spot on global automotive executives’ agendas
Digitalisation and connectivity is now the top trend on automotive executives’ strategic agenda until 2025, new research finds.

Future of Fleet survey offers chance to win prize draw
International Fleet World in association with Shell Commercial Fleet are pleased to announce the opening of the Future of Fleet reader survey.

Autorola business intelligence platform launches in Turkey
Autorola has launched its Indicata business intelligence platform in Turkey, providing fleets with a solution to improve profitability in used vehicle operations and protect residual

Scope Technologies and Troncalnet sign latest Mexican fleet deals
International telematics specialist Scope Technologies and Mexican fleet management partner Troncalnet have signed up four new fleet agreements as part of their ongoing partnership.

Spanish true fleet market up 15.4% in 2016
True fleet registrations in Spain saw impressive growth in 2016, new figures from Dataforce show.

Leadership expert Doug Keeley named keynote speaker for 2017 NAFA I&E
Doug Keeley, a leading communicator and self-professed “leadership junkie”, is to provide the keynote speech at this year’s Institute & Expo being held by NAFA.

I.D. Buzz MPV concept marries Microbus styling with electric power
Volkswagen displayed the latest in its I.D. range of electric cars with the unveiling of the I.D. Buzz MPV at the Detroit Motor Show.

Q50 concept hints at semi-autonomous driving technologies
Infiniti showcased its QX50 midsize SUV concept at the Detroit Motor Show, which builds on the QX Sport Inspiration shown at the 2016 Beijing Motor

Kia unveils long-awaited Stinger at Detroit
Kia debuted its long-awaited performance four-door sports car at the Detroit Motor Show. The rear-wheel drive saloon is the highest-performance production vehicle in the company’s history,

Mercedes-Benz GLA offers design and engine updates
Mercedes’ facelifted GLA crossover debuted at the Detroit Motor Show, showing its updated design and range of engines.

Lexus unveils fifth-generation LS
Revealed at the Detroit Motor Show, the fifth-generation of Lexus’ flagship saloon brings a complete redesign plus a new engine and safety package.

Audi Q8 concept debuted at Detroit
Providing a rival to models including the BMX X6 and Range Rover, Audi’s flagship Q8 SUV was revealed in near-production concept form at Detroit.

ACFO signs up to global fleet consortium network
The UK’s Association of Car Fleet Operators (ACFO) has joined the new global Fleet Consortium Network as it looks to help drive fleet best practice

Seven-seat Volkswagen Tiguan to launch this Spring
Volkswagen’s first seven-seat Tiguan will go on sale before the summer, badged ‘Allspace’ in European markets.

Focus on Portugal: The road to recovery?
Portugal is the western-most country in Europe, a south-western portion of the Iberian Peninsula. It is far smaller than its neighbour Spain, but both countries

Volvo to set up new shared mobility business unit
Volvo is to establish a new shared mobility business unit as it expands its car sharing and mobility services strategy.

Audi and Nvidia to launch autonomous cars from 2020
Audi is teaming up with US tech firm Nvidia to launch autonomous cars from 2020.

Mercedes concept showcases future for vans
Mercedes-Benz Vans has unveiled its Vision Van concept at the CES 2017 show in Las Vegas, bringing integrated delivery drones, intelligent cargo space and emission-free

Ford introduces smartphone-to-dash projection for navigation apps
Ford is updating its Sync 3 infotainment system with new smartphone-to-dash projection for navigation apps.

Mercedes to integrate Google Assistant from Google Home
Mercedes-Benz is to integrate vehicles with Google Assistant, the voice-activated digital personal assistant on Google Home.

New ARI tool helps find vendors to manage SMR
ARI has launched a new Vendor Locator tool to help fleet operators cut vehicle downtime.

Volvo Cars and Autoliv launch autonomous driving JV
Volvo Cars is teaming up with automotive safety systems specialist Autoliv to establish a new joint venture to develop software for autonomous driving and driver

Record new UK car registrations driven by fleet sales
New UK car registrations hit an all-time high in 2016, with fleets responsible for much of the growth.

Free multi-stop Route Planner aimed at fleets
MapQuest has relaunched its multi-stop Route Planner, developed to help businesses optimise their routes.

Ericsson, Orange and PSA collaborate on 5G connected car
Ericsson, Orange and PSA Group are partnering to conduct a 5G technology pilot for automotive applications.

Key appointments announced at Tantalum
Telematics connected car service provider Tantalum Corporation has made five new appointments to its senior team as part of its strategy to pursue global rollout

Ford and Toyota form SmartDeviceLink Consortium
Ford and Toyota have teamed up to establish a non-profit organisation to manage open-source software for smartphone app development.

Addison Lee expands executive car service with Flyte Tyme acquisition
Addison Lee has acquired US chauffeur business Flyte Tyme for $65m in line with its plans for global growth.

New FTA Ireland general manager to drive launch of VanSafe scheme
The Freight Transport Association Ireland (FTAI) has appointed a new general manager as it pushes ahead with plans to launch a number of new projects

Infiniti reveals QX50 Concept ahead of Detroit debut
Infiniti has released the first images of its QX50 midsize SUV ahead of its debut at the Detroit Motor Show.

Volvo Cars adds Skype for Business to 90 Series
Volvo Cars is to introduce Skype for Business, Microsoft’s collaborative productivity app, to its new 90 Series cars, marking a first for the industry.

Last chance to enter for NAFA’s 2017 Fleet Excellence Awards
Fleets in the US have just weeks to enter for this year’s Fleet Excellence Awards (FLEXYs), being held by NAFA Fleet Management Association.

First Drive: Mazda3
A good car gets even better, reckons John Kendall.

First Drive: Toyota C-HR
Hybrid technology makes Toyota’s sub-RAV4 crossover an attractive fleet car, says Dan Gilkes.

EV charging gets smarter
Perhaps best known in the West for its all-electric buses, Chinese manufacturer BYD has a variety of other products in its armoury. Back in January

First Drive: Kia Optima SW
Kia’s first large estate car is a much-needed move into the mainstream, reckons Alex Grant.

Road Test: Lexus RX 450h
The latest Lexus RX450h is an impressive all-rounder, reckons John Kendall.

VW Group given final approval for diesel modifications
The German Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA) has given final approval to the Volkswagen Group for modifications of 3.0-litre TDI engines following ‘Dieselgate’.

Europe YtD car registrations reach highest level since 2007
The European automotive industry showed resilience over the first 11 months of 2016, posting growth despite the macro climate of economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
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