Noticias

Newsletter

Issue 123, July 2019

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter in which we bring you details of a presentation by Thibault Alleyn, Global Consulting Director at sister company, Fleet Vision, in which he outlines how fleets are having to rethink their car policies in the light of four key external factors. We also look at a survey of mobility solutions which says that companies still prefer cars, despite a growing interest in alternatives; and a new top safety rating for the Tesla Model 3 electric car from Euro NCAP.  Please note we have updated our privacy policy in line with the data protection regulation, GDPR, and, as always, you are free to unsubscribe from this newsletter whenever you choose, using the button at the bottom of this page.

Press Release

Four factors urging fleet managers to adapt their European car policies

Companies and businesses across Europe are having to rethink their fleet policies because of external factors which are introducing unprecedented levels of change.

Newsletter

Issue 122, May 2019

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter in which we bring you details that Belgium has become the first country in Europe to introduce a framework for mobility budgets under which company cars can be replaced by a greener, broader range of mobility alternatives. We also report on further confirmation of rising CO2 levels from new cars across Europe. Please note we have updated our privacy policy in line with the data protection regulation, GDPR, and, as always, you are free to unsubscribe from this newsletter whenever you choose, using the button at the bottom of this page.

Press Release

Fleets should still look at cleaner diesels in an ideal fleet policy, says Fleet Logistics UK and Ireland

Fleets should not simply discard diesels in favour of petrol cars, say Fleet Logistics, amidst concerns over rising CO2 levels from transport due to a big swing to petrol and a marked decline in sales of diesel cars.

Newsletter

Issue 121, March 2019

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter in which we bring you details of a rise in CO2 emissions across Europe, due to the general decline in diesel sales and a switch to higher carbon-emitting gasoline/petrol models. We also take a look at an 'electric' Geneva Motor Show and  report on two new clean air initiatives. Please note we have updated our privacy policy in line with the data protection regulation, GDPR, and, as always, you are free to unsubscribe from this newsletter whenever you choose, using the button at the bottom of this page.

Press Release

New AIR index shows on-road car emissions

City policy makers, fleet managers and car buyers now have access to independent, standardised on-road car emissions’ ratings following the launch of the new AIR emissions
index.

The AIR Index is an international, independent and standardised rating system that reveals accurately how much pollution a vehicle produces when driven in towns and cities.

Newsletter

Issue 120, February 2019

A very warm welcome to our first newsletter of 2019 in which we bring you details of  a new strategic partnership with Volkswagen Financial Services. We also look back at some of the key fleet topics of 2018, including the impact of the new WLTP emissions test and the IFRS 16 lease accounting standard, and forward to what we believe will be the key fleet issues for this year. Please note we have updated our privacy policy in line with the data protection regulation, GDPR, and, as always, you are free to unsubscribe from this newsletter whenever you choose, using the button at the bottom of this page.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

TÜV SÜD and Volkswagen Financial Services become joint owners of Fleet Logistics

Fleet Logistics has a new majority shareholder following the announcement that Volkswagen Financial Services has acquired a 60% share in the Oberhaching-based business.

Newsletter

Issue 119, December 2018

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter in which we bring you details of some of the key  issues from the world of fleet, including the impact of the WLTP emissions testing regime. Please note that in line with the new data protection regulation, GDPR, we have updated our privacy policy and, as always, you are free to unsubscribe from this newsletter whenever you choose, using the button at the bottom of this page. As this is our last newsletter of the year, may we wish all our readers a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year!
 
Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet managers need to take pro-active approach to WLTP or face rising costs, warns FleetVision

Fleet managers need to take a pro-active approach to vehicle selection following the introduction of the new Worldwide harmonized Light vehicles Test Procedure (WLTP) or face escalating fleet costs.

That’s the warning from FleetVision, the fleet and mobility consultancy arm within TÜV SÜD Group, which says that fleets could face additional costs of several hundreds of Euros per vehicle per year if they do not make the right vehicle selections now within their fleet choice lists.

Newsletter

Issue 118, September 2018

A very warm welcome to our new-look newsletter in which we bring you details of some of the latest issues from the world of fleet. Please note that in line with the new data protection regulation, GDPR, we have updated our privacy policy and, as always, you are free to unsubscribe from this newsletter whenever you choose, using the button at the bottom of this page. However, we hope you find our latest newsletter useful and interesting - and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

German fleet fair tackles some of the latest industry issues

Autonomous driving, e-mobility and car sharing for companies were some of the current topics discussed at the recent two-day Fleet Fair in Düsseldorf.

Newsletter

Issue 117, May 2018

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we reveal cost concerns about the new WLTP emissions testing regime, and report from the Fleet Fair in Düsseldorf. We also look at the reasons behind a fall in new car sales in March and preview the new ACEA 2018 Tax Guide.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please get in touch with one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

FleetVision strengthens consulting team with two experienced advisors

FleetVision, the fleet and mobility consultancy arm within TÜV SÜD Group, has strengthened its team of advisors with two experienced professionals who bring a wealth of fleet management, change management and procurement knowledge to the business.

Newsletter

Issue 116, March 2018

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we announce two new additions to the consultancy team at FleetVision. We also report on a new ban on diesels in two German cities, look at falling residual values for diesels in France, and reveal how sales of alternative fuelled vehicles have reached record levels across Europe.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please get in touch with one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Diesel decline and increased mobility are key trends for 2018, says CEO

The continued decline of diesel market share and the increased provision of total corporate mobility will be two of the key fleet trends for the year ahead. So says Dr Jörg Löffler, CEO of Europe’s largest independent fleet management provider, Fleet Logistics.

Newsletter

Issue 115, January 2018

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we examine some of the key fleet trends for the coming year, including the continued decline of diesel and the growth of corporate mobility schemes. We report on the findings of the new KPMG global automotive study and reveal that the gap between residual values of diesel and petrol cars continues to close. We also look at  new car sales trends across Europe in 2017 based on the latest figures from ACEA.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please get in touch with one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet Vision offers support on IFRS16 implementation

Fleet Vision, the consultancy arm within the Fleet Logistics Group, is offering detailed advice, analysis and assessment in the run-up to the introduction of the new lease accounting standard, IFRS16, which becomes mandatory from next January.

Newsletter

Issue 114, November 2017

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we reveal  that sales of Alternative Fuelled Vehicles continue to rise across Europe, while the writing seems firmly on the wall for petrol and diesel power as the major oil companies look to add recharging to their forecourts. Meanwhile, our fleet consultancy arm, FleetVision, is offering advice and support on the implementation of the new rules for lease accounting under IFRS16.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please get in touch with one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Bayer outsources management of UK fleet to Fleet Logistics

Life sciences company, Bayer Plc, has outsourced the management of its UK fleet of 450 cars to fleet management specialist Fleet Logistics.

Newsletter

Issue 113, September 2017

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue we reveal the winners of our 2017 Green Fleet Awards and bring news of a new outsourcing arrangement with Bayer UK. We also look at the details of the new LWPT emissions test, consider some of the ways to reduce TCO and highlight the key models at this year’s Frankfurt Motor Show.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please get in touch with one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

TÜV SÜD Group reorganizes its fleet consultancy business

Fleet Logistics’ owner, TÜV SÜD Group, is reorganizing its fleet consultancy division by absorbing the legal entities behind the TCOPlus and FleetVision brands into the Fleet Logistics Group.

Newsletter

Issue 112, July 2017

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue we explain the rationale behind the restructuring of our fleet consultancy business. We also look at the death toll of at-work drivers on the EU’s roads and consider the case for more driver training. And we look at the latest green news including plans for only-electric cars at Volvo and emissions tests which identify some of the saints and sinners amongst current models available.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Motor insurance premiums increase at rapid rate for fleets

Motor insurance premiums are increasing at a rapid rate, not just for fleets with substantial losses, but also, to some degree, for fleets with an excellent claims history. So says TCOPlus, part of the Fleet Business Unit at Fleet Logistics, which offers advice for countering the rises.

Newsletter

Issue 111, May 2017

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue we consider the rising cost of motor insurance around the globe which is raising fleet concerns. We also report on the 11th annual European Tax Guide which looks at the state of company car tax across the EU, and we examine some of the current issues around the diesel dilemma with some new research from the UK.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Successful International Fleet Meeting at the Geneva Motor Show

The fourth International Fleet Meeting took place during the Geneva Motor Show when a host of key issues, including outsourcing, multi-bidding and green fleet management, were tackled by an expert line-up of speakers.

Newsletter

Issue 110, March 2017

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue we report from a successful International Fleet Meeting, and consider some of the new models, at this month's Geneva Motor Show. We also look at  the takeover of Opel/Vauxhall by PSA Group; traffic  congestion throughout Europe; the most expensive EU countries for drivers; and growth in the European fleet market.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet Logistics sets up Brazilian fleet management operation

South America’s largest country, Brazil, presents special problems in establishing fleet management operations there. Whereas the national fleet market is surprisingly well developed with many of the recognised fleet services and both local and international suppliers, there is still significant potential for further development of fleet management.

Newsletter

Issue 109, January 2017

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our first newsletter of 2017. In this issue we consider a major study of leading automotive executives from around the world which identifies some of the key trends, and report on the foundation of the new Hydrogen Council. We also look at record EU new car sales and consider the issue of fleet management in Brazil.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

CEO lays out priorities for Fleet Logistics in the months and years ahead

Fleet Logistics has three main priorities in the coming months: to integrate and harmonize its IT systems, to standardize its business processes and to adapt the organisation to the new standards and approach.

Newsletter

Issue 108, December 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we outline our priorities for 2017 and beyond, as well as reporting on a new initiative from our strategic driver training partners, AlertDriving, and a new electric vehicle recharging joint venture across Europe.

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

As this is our final newsletter of 2016, may we take this opportunity to wish you and your family a Very Merry Christmas and a Happy and Prosperous New Year.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet Logistics celebrates 20th anniversary with new structure, logo and website

Fleet Logistics, Europe’s largest independent fleet management provider, is commemorating 20 years on the international fleet management scene with a series of new developments to mark the occasion.

Newsletter

Issue 107, November 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report on 20 years of success for Fleet Logistics and mark the occasion with a series of developments including a new structure, logo and website. We also report from the hugely successful Fleet Europe Forum and Awards event in Barcelona which was attended by more than 700 international fleet decision-makers and suppliers. 

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Event

Fleet Logistics to sponsor Fleet Europe Awards in Barcelona

Fleet Logistics has confirmed it will be one of the sponsors at this year’s action-packed Fleet Europe Forum and Awards event in Barcelona on November 15-16, which again promises to offer something for everyone in the world of international fleet.

Press Release

Highest ever September total for European new car market

The new car market in the EU reached a new record for the month of September, underlining the economic recovery that has taken place across the Union and marking an end to the eight year financial crisis which began back in 2008.

Press Release

Leading companies join forces in European automotive-telecom alliance

Connected and automated driving across Europe has taken a step further with news of the formal creation of a new alliance between EU automotive and telecommunications companies.

Press Release

Top ten fleet trends from the Paris Motor Show

This year’s Paris Motor Show included the latest new models and some exciting electric vehicles such as Opel’s Ampera-e (right). However, international fleet publication, Fleet Europe, has identified ten trends that fleet professionals should be aware from the event.

Press Release

EU new car sales lead the world, according to latest market report from ACEA

European new car sales led the world in the first half of this year and accounted for almost a quarter of global sales, according to the latest economic and market report from European car-makers association, ACEA.

Newsletter

Issue 106, October 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue we report on the forthcoming Fleet Europe Awards in Barcelona on November 15/16, look at a new alliance between automotive and telecomms suppliers, and examine some of the trends of interest for fleet operators to emerge from this month’s Paris Motor Show.

We hope you find our newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet Logistics sponsors Fleet Europe Awards in Barcelona

Newsletter

Issue 105, September 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report on the latest developments from Latin and Central America where we have gone live with global agri-business Syngenta, managing a fleet of around 1,600 vehicles in eight countries across the region. We also look at the growing importance of Alternative Fuel Vehicles and the predicted decline of diesel-power, as well as assessing the relevance of driver training in reducing injury and accident costs.

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please get in touch with one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet Logistics goes live in Latin America with Syngenta

Newsletter

Issue 104, August 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter, my first since taking over the reins at Fleet Logistics Group. I am very much looking forward to the new challenges that the business throws up and to getting to know our many international fleet customers.Together, I am certain we can go forward to create a truly outstanding international fleet management service that fulfills all the requirements of our customers.

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our key contacts whose details are shown below.

Dr Jörg Löffler,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Dr Jörg Löffler is new CEO of Fleet Logistics

Newsletter

Issue 103, July 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report on our progress for the year to date, including planned expansion into new regions, and a first anniversary offer from sister company, TCOPlus. We also look at the latest developments in the future of alternative powertrains.

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our Chief Regional Officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

TCOPlus makes anniversary offer to international fleet managers

Newsletter

Issue 102, June 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report how our fleet consultancy division has been able to save a global fleet client over €1m in acquisition costs through a new global fleet policy. We also look at a new ACEA report on European carbon emissions and examine a study by leasing company, Alphabet, that reviews fuel trends in the Belgian fleet market..  
We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our chief regional officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

FleetVision saves global fleet client over €1m in acquisition costs

Newsletter

Issue 101, May 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report on a new partnership between FleetVision and FleetInsurancePlus to assist fleet clients in bringing transparency to their total cost of insurance. We also look at new EU data protection rules which aim to protect the privacy of drivers, and consider the future challenges of urban mobility.  

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our chief regional officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

New partnership to bring transparency to fleet insurance and reduce costs

Newsletter

Issue 100, April 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report on a rise in road deaths across Europe and suggest that fleets need to pay more attention to safety issues. We also look at moves by manufacturers to publish more transparent and real-life emissions data and report on fluctuating leasing rates in different EU markets.

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our chief regional officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet safety – time to stop talking and take action!

Newsletter

Issue 99, March 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we report from our global roundtable meeting at Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich facility, as well as looking at some of the latest models of interest to fleet operators to emerge from the Geneva Motor Show. We also report on a Europe-wide improvement in carbon emissions identified in the latest report from Jato Dynamics. 

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our chief regional officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Fleet Logistics sets up preferred dealer network in UK

Newsletter

Issue 98, February 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, we look at the increasing market for alternative fuelled vehicles across Europe which doubled in size last year. We also reveal more details of our inaugural global roundtable meeting at Jaguar Land Rover's Castle Bromwich facility next month, and a call for a new target to reduce motoring accidents across Europe..

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our chief regional officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

Speakers lined up for global roundtable

Newsletter

Issue 97, January 2016

Welcome to our latest newsletter

A very warm welcome to our latest newsletter. In this issue, the first of 2016, we look forward at our plans for the year. We also reveal details of the new lease accounting standard, look at the leasing market in six European countries and report on rising new car sales across the EU.

We hope you find this month’s newsletter interesting and if there are any topics you would like to discuss further, please contact one of our chief regional officers whose details are shown below.

Rainer Laber,
Chief Executive Officer

Press Release

A year of consolidation and a first move into the US for Fleet Logistics