Fleet briefs: Latest industry news from Ebbon Automotive, AX, Donnelly Group and Translogik

MoDel breaks 1m vehicle handover barrier in record year

MoDel, which is widely used throughout the motor industry to electronically process vehicle deliveries and collections, has broken through the one million vehicle handover barrier for the first time.

In a record year, it achieved 15 % year-on-year growth, recording 1,087,000 vehicle handovers throughout 2023.

The vehicle movement platform from Ebbon Automotive, part of Ebbon Group, also saw the addition of 35 new clients, primarily leasing companies, leasing brokers, logistics providers and vehicle manufacturers.

Michael Terry, Ebbon Automotive’s head of commercial, logistics, said: “Naturally, we are delighted with a record year for MoDel and, as well as fleet sales, there were a number of factors which contributed to this outstanding result.

“For example, new developments such as our API integration method which, from the middle of last year, allowed MoDel to integrate more readily with the back offices of customers attracted a lot of interest and made a significant contribution to the results.

“We made eight new releases to both the MoDel app and the portal during the year.”

He added: “There are a number of new and exciting releases already in the pipeline that will further underwrite our ongoing commitment to continuing moDel’s development for the benefit of our customers.

“For example, in quarter one, we plan to make an exciting new release around the driver diary and vehicle movement planning which we think we play a significant role in further enhancing the platform’s market-leading position.”

AX and Listers Group renew accident aftercare partnership

Listers Group has extended its partnership with AX to provide full accident aftercare services.

This will include acting as the first point of contact for all retail repair enquiries; management and deployment of repairs to the Group’s repair network; and onward mobility solutions for non-fault claimants.

AX and Listers Group have enjoyed a long-standing partnership for more than 20 years.

Scott Hamilton-Cooper, chief commercial officer at AX, said: “Whilst we are extremely proud of our long-standing relationships, we believe they are only achievable because of our continued high levels of service and constant development.

“We understand our partners have a supplier choice and we are delighted Listers has made the decision to extend the partnership, so that we can continue to work together to provide Listers’ customers with the very best in accident aftercare solutions.”

Christopher Thompson, head of aftersales and QHSE at Listers Group, said: “I am delighted that Listers is continuing the long standing, productive relationship with AX.

“The service offered to our customers is second to none. I look forward to many more years of shared success.”

Donnelly Group make £34k donation to Air Ambulance

Northern Irish helicopter emergency medical service, Air Ambulance NI, has received £34,664 following a year-long charity partnership with new and used vehicle retailer, Donnelly Group.

Roisin Donnelly, Donnelly Group spokesperson, said: “The crucial role that Air Ambulance plays across Northern Ireland aligns with Donnelly Group’s commitment to making a positive impact on the people and communities within the areas in which it operates.

“We have seen huge support from staff across our nine locations, with two employees even taking part in a sponsored skydive that raised a remarkable £3,712.

“As we conclude this successful year, we look back proudly on the contributions we were able to make to such a vital charity.”

Throughout the year, Donnelly Group staff have participated in various initiatives to raise funds for the charity, including abseiling down the Europa Hotel, participating in the Belfast City Marathon, and hosting a Christmas carol service, among other fundraising efforts.

Damien McAnespie, Air Ambulance NI fundraising manager, said: “It has been incredible to partner with Donnelly Group over the last year and its remarkable fundraising achievements have greatly contributed to supporting our overall mission of saving lives, brains and limbs of individuals who have been involved in a serious trauma or medical incident.”

Translogik new supporter of TyreSafe in 2024

Translogik has been named as a new supporter of the UK's tyre safety charity, TyreSafe.

Translogik a division of Transense Technologies, is a provider of tyre inspection and data capture tools.

Stuart Lovatt, chair of TyreSafe, said: "We are delighted to welcome Translogik as a supporter of TyreSafe with our shared commitment to promoting tyre safety and responsible practices on the road.

“Working with Translogik offers TyreSafe access to some of the most up-to-date tyre technology and the opportunity to enhance our data and research resources.”

He added: “We are delighted that Translogik will be providing some of their latest equipment to support us in a number of new research projects this year which will build a successful productive working relationship going forward."

Kevin Hennelly, director at Translogik, explained that failing to correctly monitor tyre condition contributes towards a large percentage of road traffic accidents in the UK. 

“In the vast majority of cases, these accidents are preventable through appropriate routine maintenance checks ensuring correct tyre pressures and tread depth,” he said.

“We are very proud to be able to support the amazing work of Tyresafe in increasing the awareness of road safety.”