All Eyes on the Global Fleet
When we met Eelco Van de Wiel, founder and CEO of Netherlands-based Fleet Insurance, we were intrigued by the company’s value proposition in the global fleet marketplace: sourcing the best possible fleet insurance deals from around the globe. We were hooked when Van de Wiel said, “The reason to start this company was the realization that fleet owners pay way too much for their commercial fleet insurance.” Read our interview with Van de Wiel in The Fleet Spot.
And speaking of the global fleet, be sure and read the case study, “Luxottica Goes Global with PHH Arval Global Alliance." The world’s leading eyewear company, Luxottica switched from company-owned fleets in each country to a global, full-service leasing car policy. The decision quickly proved its merit.
Mike Sheldrick, senior editor at Fleet Management Weekly and I are excited to be attending NTEA’s Green Truck Summit and The Work Truck Show this week. We hope to see you there!
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Fleet Insurance: Strategizing to Lower Global Fleet Insurance Costs
Eelco van de Wiel is founder and CEO of Netherlands-based Fleet Insurance. Founded in 2010, the company consults with international fleets to support their quest for the best commercial fleet insurance deals across the globe. Formerly a managing director at an insurance company, Eelco says, “The reason to start this company was the realization that fleet owners pay way too much for their commercial fleet insurance.”
California Court: In-car Smart Phones OK, If Driver Not Talking or Texting
Navigating while driving and other smart phone uses not prohibited by law
A California Appellate court overturned a traffic ticket issued to driver using his smartphone to find an alternate route. According to the ruling, the California law narrowly prohibited the use of the phone for talking and texting, but not merely consulting the device. Like other states, California only permits hand free use of phones.
Brad Wagoner Named VP of Sales & Marketing at Leggett & Platt CVP
Leggett & Platt Commercial Vehicle Products has appointed Brad Wagoner as Vice President of Sales & Marketing with direct oversight of the Masterack and Crown North America divisions. Brad joins CVP’s senior management team and will oversee sales for the divisions’ national fleet account, distributor, public safety, and OEM integration as well as divisional marketing activities.
Explore New Trends in Utility Fleet Management
Steve Durdin, ARI’s manager of GMS and fuel programs, will present “Using Garage Management Systems to Get Ahead,” at this year’s NRCA TechAdvantage Conference and Expo, taking place March 3-6 in Nashville, Tennessee.
