Valvoline Global is proud to announce the global launch of its groundbreaking premium full synthetic motor oil, Restore & Protect. The first-of-its-kind innovation removes up to 100% of engine-killing deposits with continuous use, restoring engines to run like factory clean while protecting against future damage.
This latest addition to the Valvoline product portfolio is a paradigm shift in motor oil performance and challenges traditional thinking about the category. With a history steeped in trust and innovation, Valvoline has consistently been at the forefront of the automotive lubricant category. Restore & Protect, with its revolutionary technology and unparalleled benefits, marks another milestone in a legacy of firsts that spans more than 150 years.
Bridgestone Mobility Solutions, the business of Bridgestone focused on data-driven mobility solutions including Europe’s leading fleet management solution Webfleet, announced the world’s first comprehensive EV Services Platform for fleets at CES® 2024 in Las Vegas.
Webfleet, Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution and launch partner for the EV Services Platform, will provide essential vehicle data insights that enhance the EV services provided by connected partners.
“As businesses across the world step up to cut carbon emissions, electrification is top of mind for many fleets,” said Taco Olthoff, EV Program Director, Bridgestone Mobility Solutions.
Reindeer Auto Relocation is thrilled to announce its rebranding to Reindeer Logistics. This change comes on the heels of the Reindeer Premier Solutions (RPS) division launch, which will increase its service capabilities beyond vehicle transport.
“Reindeer has expanded the business to include so much more than vehicle relocation and our name should reflect that. We’re turning the page on our storied history to an exciting new one as the company evolves and grows with the changing demands of the market,” said Debbie Boyce, CEO of Reindeer Logistics.
The RPS division, a major part of this rebranding, is designed to elevate the customer experience beyond conventional transportation services. Reindeer aims to stand out as the ultimate end-to-end partner by customizing solutions for each client’s unique needs. Whether a client requests transport and services for one vehicle or 100, Reindeer will provide these solutions.
By Janice Sutton, Editor in Chief
Ted Roberts and I are delighted to announce that Dave Bean, formerly Associate Editor at Fleet Management Weekly, has been promoted to FMW’s newly created position of Content Editor.
Bringing with him an extensive background in the automotive market, Dave joined FMW in February 2022.
Work Truck Solutions has released its 2023 Annual Commercial Vehicle Market Analysis. Amid the dramatic shifts in inventory numbers, one element of the commentary has remained consistent: business owners continue to need and purchase commercial vehicles no matter the circumstances around them.
On-lot per dealer work truck inventory continued to grow, up 20.0% QoQ and a whopping 87.4% YoY, with Medium-Duty vehicles making up over half of the on-lot mix.
Work trucks and vans also carried higher price tags than last year, and total sales of new commercial vehicles increased significantly.