Fleet News Awards 2018

Volkswagen remains a brand ‘important to fleets and their drivers’

WLTP testing tardiness resulted in a sluggish September, but rapid release of results is improving VW’s competitive position

Business profiles - manufacturer 7 Dec

‘We didn’t want a fire sale,’ says Skoda

Fleet boss Henry Williams explains how Škoda chose to protect RVs by resisting the temptation to push stock into the market ahead of the WLTP deadline

Business profiles - manufacturer 9 Nov

Police Scotland: ‘We can continue to improve,’ says fleet manager Stewart Taylor

Since Scotland’s regional police forces were amalgamated, big fleet savings have been achieved. But that’s not the end of the story.

Business profiles - fleet 5 Nov

Best innovative use of technology: VisionTrack ‘mandatory for many’ insurance companies

VisionTrack’s video/telematics products are being connected at ‘incredible’ rates as fleets seek ways to improve safety

Business profiles - supplier 31 Oct

Leasing company of the year (more than 20,00): Alphabet GB matures into ‘sustainable business’

In its 22nd year, award-winning leasing giant has a solid balance sheet and many more reasons to be confident about the future.

Business profiles - supplier 25 Sep

Green fleet manufacturer of the year: Market ‘coming round’ to Toyota’s way of green thinking

When Prius was introduced 21 years back people thought the company had lost its marbles. It doesn’t look so crazy now. By Sarah Tooze

Business profiles - manufacturer 31 Jul

New company car, executive and zero emission car: BMW to remain bullish despite difficult year

Triple award-winner BMW remains bullish even though it expects 2018 to be a difficult year due to internal and external factors. Stephen Briers reports.

Business profiles - manufacturer 23 Jul

Customer service award: FMG's customer-centric approach earned judges' plaudits

After the business was bought in a multi-million pound deal three years ago, FMG continues to go from strength-to-strength. By Gareth Roberts

Business profiles - supplier 2 Jul

Fleet dealer of the year: A good reputation and the right offer are key to TrustFord progress

Find out what the Fleet Dealer of the Year, TrustFord's business growth, the impact of it's leasing hub in Bradford and plans for the future following the Fleet News Awards.

Business profiles - supplier 19 Jun

Best Manufacturer Mercedes Benz Fleet News Awards

Best manufacturer: Mercedes sees focus on customer retention as the way forward

Best manufacturer winner aims to continue to outperform the market during period of transition for its key fleet cars. By Stephen Briers

Business profiles - manufacturer 6 Jun

Ford best small car Fleet News Awards 2018

Best small car/ best people carrier: Ford adjusts as its popular Fiesta and Focus are renewed

Carmaker resists temptation to plug registration gaps with short-cycle business; ‘great’ driver response to PHEV trials. By Stephen Briers

Business profiles - manufacturer 28 May

Maurice Elford and Phil Clifford FNA Hall of Fame 2018

Hall of Fame inductees Maurice Elford and Phil Clifford reflect on combined 60-plus years in fleet

Fleet News Hall of Fame 2018 inductees Maurice Elford and Phil Clifford reflect on their combined 60-plus years in the industry. Sarah Tooze reports

Business profiles - fleet 23 May

VisionTrack welcomes Gary Barnes to operations director role

VisionTrack has welcomed Gary Barnes to the role of operations director, having worked in the industry for over 20 years.

6 Apr

Fleet News Hall of Fame inductee Colin Marriott British Gas

‘We never had a single driver fatality’, says former British Gas head of fleet Colin Marriott

Head of the British Gas fleet for 26 years and Fleet News Hall of Fame inductee Colin Marriott has many reasons to look back on his career with pride.

Business profiles - fleet 4 Apr

The best selfies shared on Twitter by the 1,379 guests at 2018 Fleet News Awards

Fleet News has selected the best selfies and snaps shared on Twitter by attendees of the 2018 Fleet News Awards.

20 Mar

Fleet Manufacturer of the Year awarded to Mercedes-Benz at Fleet News Awards 2018

Mercedes-Benz is celebrating being named Fleet Manufacturer of the Year at the Fleet News Awards, held in London on March 14.

19 Mar

Toyota Green Fleet Manufacturer Fleet News Awards 2018

Toyota takes Green Fleet Manufacturer award at Fleet News Awards

Toyota has announced its win of the Green Fleet Manufacturer Fleet News Award, which shows “commitment” to improve environmental performance.

16 Mar

Pictured: (L) Awards host Huw Edwards presenting the award to AA's Stuart Thomas

AA ‘proud’ to receive Fleet Supplier accolade at Fleet News Awards 2018

The AA has announce its pride at winning Fleet Supplier Award at this year’s Fleet News Awards, which was a “huge honour” for the business.

16 Mar

Alphabet awarded Leasing Company of the Year at Fleet News Awards 2018

Alphabet is celebrating winning Leasing Company of the Year for 20,000 plus vehicles at the Fleet News Awards 2018.

16 Mar

Skoda Suberb and Karoq awarded best in their class at Fleet News Awards

The Skoda Superb retained the title of Best Upper Medium Car for a third year whilst the Karoq bagged Best Mid-size SUV at the ‘Oscars’ of fleet awards.

16 Mar

Fleet News Awards 2018

Volkswagen remains a brand ‘important to fleets and their drivers’

‘We didn’t want a fire sale,’ says Skoda

Police Scotland: ‘We can continue to improve,’ says fleet manager Stewart Taylor

Best innovative use of technology: VisionTrack ‘mandatory for many’ insurance companies

Leasing company of the year (more than 20,00): Alphabet GB matures into ‘sustainable business’

Green fleet manufacturer of the year: Market ‘coming round’ to Toyota’s way of green thinking

New company car, executive and zero emission car: BMW to remain bullish despite difficult year

Customer service award: FMG's customer-centric approach earned judges' plaudits

Fleet dealer of the year: A good reputation and the right offer are key to TrustFord progress

Best manufacturer: Mercedes sees focus on customer retention as the way forward

Best small car/ best people carrier: Ford adjusts as its popular Fiesta and Focus are renewed

Hall of Fame inductees Maurice Elford and Phil Clifford reflect on combined 60-plus years in fleet

VisionTrack welcomes Gary Barnes to operations director role

‘We never had a single driver fatality’, says former British Gas head of fleet Colin Marriott

The best selfies shared on Twitter by the 1,379 guests at 2018 Fleet News Awards

Fleet Manufacturer of the Year awarded to Mercedes-Benz at Fleet News Awards 2018

Toyota takes Green Fleet Manufacturer award at Fleet News Awards

AA ‘proud’ to receive Fleet Supplier accolade at Fleet News Awards 2018

Alphabet awarded Leasing Company of the Year at Fleet News Awards 2018

Skoda Suberb and Karoq awarded best in their class at Fleet News Awards

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Jaguar shares further hint on new brand direction with Type 00 concept

Heidi Alexander named new transport secretary after Louise Haigh quits

Treasury confirms VED status for double cab pick-ups

Fleet News Awards 2018

Volkswagen remains a brand ‘important to fleets and their drivers’

‘We didn’t want a fire sale,’ says Skoda

Police Scotland: ‘We can continue to improve,’ says fleet manager Stewart Taylor

Best innovative use of technology: VisionTrack ‘mandatory for many’ insurance companies

Leasing company of the year (more than 20,00): Alphabet GB matures into ‘sustainable business’

Green fleet manufacturer of the year: Market ‘coming round’ to Toyota’s way of green thinking

New company car, executive and zero emission car: BMW to remain bullish despite difficult year

Customer service award: FMG's customer-centric approach earned judges' plaudits

Fleet dealer of the year: A good reputation and the right offer are key to TrustFord progress

Best manufacturer: Mercedes sees focus on customer retention as the way forward

Best small car/ best people carrier: Ford adjusts as its popular Fiesta and Focus are renewed

Hall of Fame inductees Maurice Elford and Phil Clifford reflect on combined 60-plus years in fleet

VisionTrack welcomes Gary Barnes to operations director role

‘We never had a single driver fatality’, says former British Gas head of fleet Colin Marriott

The best selfies shared on Twitter by the 1,379 guests at 2018 Fleet News Awards

Fleet Manufacturer of the Year awarded to Mercedes-Benz at Fleet News Awards 2018

Toyota takes Green Fleet Manufacturer award at Fleet News Awards

AA ‘proud’ to receive Fleet Supplier accolade at Fleet News Awards 2018

Alphabet awarded Leasing Company of the Year at Fleet News Awards 2018

Skoda Suberb and Karoq awarded best in their class at Fleet News Awards

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Jaguar shares further hint on new brand direction with Type 00 concept

Heidi Alexander named new transport secretary after Louise Haigh quits

Treasury confirms VED status for double cab pick-ups

Impact of Black Friday and Christmas on last-mile delivery fleets

Carlos Tavares quits as Stellantis CEO

Fleet department laying the foundation for NHBC’s net zero ambition

Jaecoo 7 goes on sale to mark brand's UK debut

‘Reform needed’ to bring electric vehicle public charging costs down

Government to review ZEV mandate but keep 2030 deadline for ICE phase out