What fleets really think
Business analysts often warn that a company which stands still is effectively going backwards, so even in the harshest economic conditions, growth must be a key priority.
View ArticleWhat fleet managers want from supplier partners
Fleet managers have set out some of the key attributes they look for in a leasing company.
View ArticleIs conduit funding option a sound choice?
Fleet finance and vehicle leasing have experienced some turbulent times. After the banking crisis of 2007/8, the market underwent some funding trauma as the number of available lenders shrunk...
View ArticlePricing and drivers earn fleet loyalty
One in four fleets is either currently changing their leasing provider or has switched in the past year, according to industry research.
View ArticlePricing – It’s time to sharpen up
Contract hire pricing. It’s not the sexiest of topics, is it? When compared with some other parts of the organisation, pricing tends to be positively tame.
View ArticlePublic sector austerity has major impact on the UK's biggest fleets
Leasing companies and manufacturers have been generally talking up the fleet sector, suggesting that many companies have returned to traditional buying patterns and are replacing their ageing cars and...
View ArticleFleets eye spending growth as business confidence improves
Growing business confidence could lead to an increase in spending among fleets in the next six months, but many are looking to reduce the number of suppliers they use, an exclusive industry survey for...
View ArticleDrivers move back into company cars
Drivers are increasingly moving away from cash allowances and back into company cars, according to fleet operators.
View ArticleFleets set out key qualities of a good supplier
Proactive, flexible, knowledgeable, inquisitive, honest and adaptable: these are some of the key qualities fleets want to see from their leasing and fleet management companies.
View ArticleFleets put spotlight on customer service
Fleets have been venting their fury or singing suppliers’ praises as they review their best and worst recent experiences with manufacturers and leasing companies in the past month.
View ArticleFuel cards in the spotlight as fleets look for change
Nearly a quarter of fleets say they are currently reviewing their fuel card supplier, according to the Fleet Barometer.
View ArticleLeasing companies give manufacturers their 'to-do' list
Leasing companies have praised manufacturers for their efforts to improve relationships with the industry in the past year – and they have set out four priority areas to improve levels of support still...
View ArticleImproved profitability fuels leasing expectations
Business confidence is rising among leasing companies as profitability improves and growth expectations increase in response to stronger fleet customer demand.
View ArticleIndependents win SMR business
Leasing companies place more than a quarter of their SMR business with independent companies rather than franchised dealers, new research has shown.
View ArticleLeasing companies urged to take ‘cautious’ view on residual forecasts
Contract hire and leasing companies are potentially risking residual value suicide by, in some cases, writing new business based on current used prices even though cars will not be defleeted until at...
View ArticleVan residual values set to ‘plateau’ in 2014
The New Year could be the best that anyone can remember in terms of light commercial vehicle residual values, according to George Alexander, chief editor, Glass’s Commercial Vehicle Guide.
View ArticleWindfall LCV conditions to continue for 'many more months'
Values for ex-company light commercial vehicles remain at, or close to record levels, and while it might appear that prices are on a knife edge if vendors follow the golden rules of disposal then...
View ArticleLeasing: Investment in service = upturn in sales
Jo Moran helped transform Marks & Spencer’s fortunes through delivering better service. Here she outlines the 11 steps behind her success
View ArticleLeasing insight: 10 steps to successful recruitment
It’s a challenging process for leasing companies to find people who have the technical abilities and the skills to make the business a success
View ArticleFive steps to keeping your employees satisfied
The retention of key staff is vital for success in a service industry such as leasing, but how do companies keep employees happy?
View ArticleLeasing: Procurement, price and the public sector
Despite ferocious competition, leasing companies cannot ignore the opportunities presented by the large volumes of public sector fleets
View ArticleWhere next for the fleet leasing industry?
‘I want it now’ culture will pose considerable challenges in the future
View ArticleStart-ups can shake off conventional shackles
The cultures within corporates and new businesses can make it tough for them to collaborate but there are those who think it’s well worth the effort
View ArticleFinance: Challenging the motor finance scaremongers
Scaremonger's predictions of a car finance ‘crash’ should be taken with a pinch of salt.
View ArticleIAFN conference: Leasing sector needs ‘Blue Ocean’ thinking
Leasing sector needs ‘Blue Ocean’ thinking. Collaboration as opposed to consolidation is the way forward, says Porter.
View ArticleKeep calm and carry on: Planning for uncertainty and upheaval is essential...
Jonathan Manning explores how planning for uncertainty and upheaval is essential for leasing companies.
View ArticleBrokers: Leasing firms capitalise on broker market boom
Leasing firms capitalise on broker market boom, as partnerships drive volumes in SME and personal leasing space. Sarah Tooze reports.
View ArticleIssues to consider when producing your 2018 business plan
University of Buckingham Business School's Colin Tourick gives advice on how to set out your 2018 business strategy with a cunning SWOT analysis plan.
View ArticleThe key to retaining major corporate fleet leasing contracts, revealed
Service and support for end user company car drivers is now central to winning and retaining major corporate fleet leasing contracts. By Jonathan Manning.
View ArticleSeven heavenly tips to a blissful leasing relationship
Choosing the right leasing company can open the gates to a blissful relationship, but the wrong decision can lead to a miserable and costly experience.
View ArticleFleet figures expect MaaS to become widespread in 20 years
We contacted leading figures to ask where they believe fleet is heading over the coming 20 years. All expect MaaS to become widespread, reports Andrew Ryan.
View ArticleCar subscription services: proceed with caution
Should leasing companies move into the car subscription market? Colin Tourick outlines the risks involved.
View Article‘No major dramas’ ahead of lease accounting changes
Major leasing companies are reporting that clients are prepared for the new lease accounting standard which takes effect from January 1, 2019.
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