Barclaycard to Sponsor 2015 UK Fleet World Fleet Show
Leading global payments business, Barclaycard, is to be the headline sponsor of next year’s Fleet World Fleet Show at Silverstone, England on May 12.
The sponsorship follows the successful launch of Barclaycard Fuel+, in association with The Miles Consultancy (Fuel+) at the Fleet World Fleet Show earlier this year. Fuel+ is a new fuel and mileage expenses solution designed to help companies cut their business fuel costs by, on average, 25%. Fuel+ allows drivers to refuel at almost all petrol forecourts in the UK including supermarkets. TMC's multi-award-winning Mileage Audit system is built seamlessly into the product.
Understanding Fleet Differences: U.S. vs. Europe
Good advice for U.S. fleet operators charged with European fleets: start by going to Europe and gaining a clear understanding of the needs of fleet managers there.
ATS Taps Vincent Brigidi as Senior VP
American Traffic Solutions (ATS) has named Vincent Brigidi, Senior Vice President, General Manager ATS Fleet Services. In his new position Vincent will be responsible for managing all aspects of the Fleet Services Business Unit. Vincent comes to ATS from CEI, North America’s largest fleet accident management and driver safety service company.
Powering Electric Cars with Solar Panels Rises in Popularity
Owners of electric vehicles have already gone gas-free. Now, a growing number are powering their cars with sunlight.
Solar panels installed on the roof of a home or garage can easily generate enough electricity to power an electric or plug-in gas-electric hybrid vehicle. The panels aren't cheap, and neither are the cars. A Ford Fusion Energi plug-in sedan, for example, is $7,200 more than an equivalent gas-powered Fusion even after a $4,007 federal tax credit.
But advocates say the investment pays off over time and is worth it for the thrill of fossil fuel-free driving.
Vehicle Tracking Trends That Will Improve Fleet Management
As a fleet professional, implementing the newest technology into your fleet operations will ensure that you stay ahead of the curve for fleet management practices. Some new and important trends for vehicle tracking include API integration, direct connects with customers, improved prognostics for vehicle maintenance, and more.
