THE Citroën C1 has a new role with Hertfordshire Community Meals (HCM). The not for profit social enterprise has added five specially converted VTR three-door models to its ‘meals on wheels’ delivery fleet.
Supplied by Citroën Letchworth, the C1s will join 41 specially equipped Berlingo First vans as part of HCM’s expansion.
Continue readingHYBRIDS will be the propulsion form of choice for most early adopter fleets pursuing alternatives to petrol or diesel-only power, according to a new report by Lex Autolease. However, perhaps by 2014/15, electric vehicles (EVs) will enter the fold as an increasingly viable option, concludes the ‘Next Generation Fleet’ report.
Continue readingTHE first images of the Vauxhall Astra GTC have been released following the manufacturer’s decision to make the model a production reality.
Vauxhall will reveal full details about the GTC on June 7 to coincide with its order books opening. Pricing, technology, equipment and powertrains will be laid bare,
Continue readingCRASH costs per driver at vehicle leasing and fleet management company ING Car Lease have reduced by more than 60% in four years following the implementation of a comprehensive risk management strategy.
Continue readingTYRE manufacturer Goodyear Dunlop made tracks straight to Mercedes-Benz when it needed a new fleet of vans.
The 20 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 313CDIs were supplied by Birmingham dealer Midlands Truck & Van and work for TruckForce, Goodyear Dunlop’s dedicated mobile truck tyre and breakdown service.
Continue readingMAZDA’S successful foray into the small fleet market with a focused 12-month programme is being extended for a further two years.
The Business Development Programme was officially launched in May last year with 16 dealers. Subsequently a further 19 franchise dealers joined the programme and others are queuing up to become involved.
Continue readingFORD has reported its best first quarter profit for 13 years with a strong European performance as well as solid North American business contributing to the continuing turnaround of the brand.
Continue readingNORTHGATE Vehicle Hire has launched a new website for all customers with a raft of new features to make selecting and specifying the ‘right model for the right job’ as simple as possible and drive forward online bookings.
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