The ‘Elevate’ initiative comprises two leadership development programs designed and run exclusively for emerging and mid-level female leaders within the automotive industry. The initiative’s Gold Sponsor St.George along with Silver Sponsor Women in Automotive (WinA) are offering fully funded scholarships for women working in the automotive sector to undertake a leadership course with Women & […] Read more
At Fleet Auto News we like to keep in touch with our readers and encourage people to continue their careers within the fleet industry. Here are some of the recent changes. Nigel Scott has started a new position as Manager Mobility Centre of Excellence at RACQ. David Rodda has been appointed as the new Sales Director […] Read more
This is a conversation Fleet Managers should be having regularly across their business. Company cars, novated leases, grey fleet – no what type of fleet you run – people in the fleet industry should be promoting this message – touching your phone while driving in illegal and dangerous. In the Road Safety Plan 2021, the […] Read more
A joint solar charging research project funded by the Victorian Government, in partnership with Nissan, Delta Electronics and the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), has commenced in Australia. Run out of Nissan Australia’s national headquarters in Dandenong South, Melbourne, solar charging stations manufactured by Delta Electronics that include advanced technologies developed by the […] Read more
In October Hyundai Australia produced a special one-off custom creation, the iMax ‘Drift Bus’ for the World Time Attach Challenge. Inspired by the mischievous spirit of N and guaranteed to put a smile on any driver’s face… along with up to seven passengers. It would also be perfect as a novated lease for first time […] Read more
This is some information that Fleet Managers can share with Line Managers and other stakeholders in their business to help keep the focus on safe driving when the vehicle is a workplace. Keeping your eyes on the road is essential for safe driving. But when you look at your phone, you’re oblivious to what’s around […] Read more
In the UK, every October is tyre safety month. The month is also over but its not too late to check you tyres and send a reminder to all of your fleet drivers, grey fleet or staff with novated leases. tyresafe.org produce some great material and encourage tyre retailers and fleets to get involved with spreading […] Read more
Autorola, a world leader in online remarketing and automotive IT solutions for professional fleet management, and Sofico, a global reference for software in the leasing and financial services industry, are going to work together to add a new dimension to the dynamic management of vehicle fleets. Under the new agreement, Sofico will integrate INDICATA’s real-time […] Read more
The NSW government has found another way to generate revenue on the roads by using cameras to catch drivers using their phones while driving. After a six month trial in the first half of 2019, the program caught 100,000 drivers being stupid. Cynics could say the government has found another way to gouge motorists using […] Read more
EV Automotive, a subsidary of the Epoca Group of Companies, was established for the purpose of importing a range of electric transport vans and passenger vehicles suitable for Australian conditions. To achieve this they have collaborated with Chinese automotive manufacturer DFSK, utilising their global R&D network and manufacturing facilities in China. Originally an engine driven […] Read more
– By Victoria Nelson – Is it just me? Surely I’m not the only one shaking their head every time I see someone using their phone behind the wheel. Heads up…this is rant. While waiting at a set of lights in the middle of the day in suburban somewhere, I looked over and saw this […] Read more
Code 3 has been operating since 1972, supplying local Police, Fire & Rescue, and Ambulance fleets with high performance emergency systems which includes LED lightbars, beacons, sirens, speakers, LED emergency lighting, digital video systems and scene lighting solutions. We have a long and proud history of providing innovative products, including some of today’s most advanced […] Read more
