Articles by Stephen Briers - Page 79

True fleet sales in the first quarter of 2013 have remained broadly flat year-on-year, following the trend set during much of last year.

LeasePlan is starting to see a “glimmer of confidence” in UK plc which is starting to translate in greater employment opportunities and a boost in company vehicle purchases.

Ford topped the fleet registrations table last year with 157,269 units, followed by Vauxhall (136,819) and Volkswagen (101,788) – the only three manufacturers to hit six figures.

The past four years has seen unprecedented change in the leasing landscape. Mergers, the collapse in residuals values and restricted access to funding have forced all leasing company parents to reassess their policies and position in the market.

David Brennan on how leasing giant LeasePlan meets the demands of fleets and the challenges of cost reduction.

A highly successful Fleet News Company Car In Action saw visitor numbers rise 12% year-on-year to almost 900.

Mazda head of fleet Steve Tomlinson on why the manufacturer's Skyactiv efficiency technology will transform its fleet fortunes.

Multi-source supply key to a cost-effective fleet.

Phil Hollins on why Ford is not chasing rental volumes but is managing its business to improve residual values.