Thomas Cook outsources its fleet provision to Lex Autolease

Thomas Cook UK has launched a new company car fleet for its staff in the UK and Ireland.

Fleet management - New lease of life for company cars

Tax and law changes associated with owning a company car have lessened its status recently. Now HR directors and fleet providers are collaborating on restoring its appeal.

2020 vision: can you future-proof your car scheme?

The advent in August of a legally sanctioned carbon transition plan for the UK is set to change the way businesses plan for the future.

Simplyhealth's fleet of company cars is to go green

Simplyhealth is to replace 90% its fleet of company cars with greener vehicles by the end of the year.

Flexible working and strong green credentials are essential to attract talent

A business needs the right talent to promote growth and boost its reputation. To attract this talent it needs to have a brand perception and work ethic that is both innovative and respected.

Directors get company cars more than twice the value of those given to junior managers

Board directors in the UK are given a company car worth an average of 37,746 - compared with the average 17,900 value of a junior manager's company car.

Novo Nordisk opts for 'green' fleet of cars as part of sustainability drive

Novo Nordisk has taken on a fleet of 99 low-carbon BMW 3-series company cars.

Fleet management: Could the recession cause the trend towards greener fleets to go into reverse?

Companies appear to be changing the way they operate vehicle fleets in response to the recession and climate change but if the economy improves, will the trend towards greener fleets go into reverse?...

RoSPA calls for young workers to take a second driving test

Six out of 10 employers do not believe 17-24 year-olds are adequately prepared to drive at work, even if they have passed their driving tests, prompting the Royal Society for the Prevention of...

Court case reminds employers they could end up in the dock if their staff use mobiles when driving

The case of Labour peer Lord Ahmet, who was sentenced to a 12-week jail term for killing another driver in a road accident after sending a text message, has put more pressure on employers to make it...

NorthgateArinso launches automotive division

NorthgateArinso has broken into the company car arena with the launch of a new division specialising in automotive solutions.

BP awards eco-friendly fleet management

BP is to recognise efforts made by car and van fleets that are proactively striving to reduce fuel consumption and emissions.