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Welcome to our new newsletter
A very warm
welcome to our new newsletter which looks at some of the latest issues facing
those responsible for running or controlling company vehicle fleets. In this
first issue, we hear from leading florist Interflora about why they selected us
to provide their new company car fleet; unveil our new short-term rental
proposition; and discuss the benefits of sale and leaseback. We also reveal our
top tips for ensuring you are not caught out by surprise end-of-contract charges;
review our new website; and talk to commercial director David Blackmore about his job function - and
his love of running for charity!
We would welcome
any feedback you might have regarding any of these topics. Just click on Contact us in the links panel on the left and let us know what
you think.
Martin Brown
Managing
director
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How to avoid end-of-contract 'surprises'
The cost of end-of-contract charges is rising dramatically to a new average of almost £250 per
vehicle, according to the latest figures. To help companies ensure there are no
end-of-contract 'surprises' when their drivers return their vehicles, Fleet
Alliance has produced a list of top tips for fleet managers to help keep costs
under control.
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Interflora turns to Fleet Alliance
Interflora, the
country's favourite network of florists, turned to Fleet Alliance when it
wanted to upgrade the vehicles on its national sales force fleet but was
dissatisfied with the customer service it received from its existing vehicle
provider.
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Fleet Alliance launches 'smart' rental service
Fleet Alliance
has launched a new 'smart' online daily rental booking and management service
which sources the most suitable type of vehicle to meet customer needs in the
most convenient location.
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Sale and leaseback could be answer in downturn
With many companies struggling due to poor cash flow because of the recession, one way of
freeing up capital and making it work for you in a more effective way is to
consider a sale and leaseback of the vehicle fleet, says Fleet Alliance.
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David is long distance charity champion
In the first of
a series of People Profiles, we turn the spotlight on commercial director,
David Blackmore, and discover that he likes nothing better than to run 43 miles
on behalf of his favourite charity - when he's not building his own house or
eating three Shredded Wheat for breakfast!
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Fleet Alliance enhances website
Fleet Alliance
has made significant enhancements to its website including the addition of a
dedicated environmental section, a new tax calculator and connected 'green'
tools plus details of new products and services, including daily rental and GAP
insurance. The site now benefits from better navigation and is also searchable
by keyword.
More >
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