Press Releases

Lex announces sole supplier fleet-management agreement with Terex plc

yantmk — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 09:54:50 +0100

June 15th, 2009
Lex announces sole supplier fleet-management agreement with Terex plc

Terex plc, the leading manufacturer of equipment for use in various industries, including construction, infrastructure, and mining has signed a three-year sole supplier agreement with Lex to manage Terex’s fleet of 185 vehicles in the UK.

The agreement comes thirteen years after Lex first started working with Terex, initially as part of a dual-supplier arrangement. As sole supplier, Lex will deliver a range of products to Terex, including claims solutions, daily rental and licence checking as part of an overall duty of care solution.

Lex introduces specialist ‘OneCall Commercial’ team to ensure minimum downtime for Lex commercial vehicle customers

yantmk — Wed, 13 May 2009 12:23:18 +0100

May 13th, 2009
Lex introduces specialist ‘OneCall Commercial’ team to ensure minimum downtime for Lex commercial vehicle customers

Lex is responsible for over 30% of the commercial contract vehicle market and thereby recognises the increasing demands placed on commercial fleets and the absolute priority of minimum commercial vehicle downtime.

Lex has created a dedicated team of OneCall Commercial vehicle advisors that have undergone a unique training and development programme so they have the knowledge and expertise in the commercial vehicle market.

The Lex View - Budget 2009 – Alistair Darling Delivers Few Surprises

yantmk — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 11:44:03 +0100

April 24th, 2009
The Lex View - Budget 2009 – Alistair Darling Delivers Few Surprises

The UK’s largest vehicle leasing company, Lex today delivered its verdict on Chancellor Alistair Darling’s 2009 Budget report and its implications on company car owners, drivers and leasing companies.

Lex announces preferred supplier fleet-management agreement with Compass Group

yantmk — Thu, 02 Apr 2009 09:28:19 +0100

April 2nd, 2009
Lex announces preferred supplier fleet-management agreement with Compass Group

Lex, the UK’s largest vehicle leasing company, today announced that Compass Group, the UK’s leading catering and support services company has signed a two-year preferred supplier agreement with Lex to manage Compass Group’s fleet of 800 vehicles.

The agreement comes five years after Lex first started working with Compass Group, initially as part of a multi-supplier arrangement that also featured two other leasing providers.

Lex publish new Capital Allowances and Lease Rental Restriction report

yantmk — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 16:43:07 +0000

February 12th, 2009
Lex publish new Capital Allowances and Lease Rental Restriction report

Lex demystifies new Capital Allowances and Lease Rental Restriction legislation with publication of new report.

Lex has published an informative report that examines the implications of the new emissions-based Capital Allowances and Lease Rental Restriction, due to come into force in April 2009. ‘The Capital Allowance White Paper’, analyses the likely financial impact of the recently finalised legislation and identifies potential winners and losers.

Lex Unveils Fleet Industry-First with ‘Next Day Servicing’ Offer

yantmk — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:39:53 +0000

December 10th, 2008
Lex Unveils Fleet Industry-First with ‘Next Day Servicing’ Offer

‘Next Day Servicing’ has been launched after Lex conducted customer research, whereby 90% of client fleet managers who were interviewed stated that the enhancement would be ‘very beneficial’. One in three drivers who were also canvassed said that the new initiative would be their most favoured service option.

Lex publish "The Rough Guide To Company Cars 2008/9"

yantmk — Wed, 10 Dec 2008 15:24:01 +0000

December 10th, 2008
Lex publish "The Rough Guide To Company Cars 2008/9"

It has probably been the most challenging year yet for those who manage fleet vehicles. The cost of fuel and changes in emissions-based taxation are but two of the big issues impacting the fleet manager in 2008/9. That is why Lex has teamed up once again with Rough Guides to produce the 2008/9 version of the Lex Rough Guide to Company Cars which delivers a clearer picture of the issues and how best fleet managers can overcome them.

Lex Enables VT Education and Skills To Become ‘Fleet Heroes’ After Winning National Award For Green Company Car Scheme

administrator — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:00:19 +0000

November 11th, 2008
Lex Enables VT Education and Skills To Become ‘Fleet Heroes’ After Winning National Award For Green Company Car Scheme

VT Education and Skills (VTE&S) is the largest work-based learning provider in the UK. The organisation delivers learning programmes to over 18,000 learners nationwide and work with over 6,000 employers. Through high quality delivery of training, and working in partnership with learners, employers, government and industry bodies, VTE&S aims to improve the work skills of young people and adults throughout the UK.

Lex Accelerates Speedy Hire’s Replacement Vehicle Programme

administrator — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:57:23 +0000

November 11th, 2008
Lex Accelerates Speedy Hire’s Replacement Vehicle Programme

The Lex daily rental team headed up by Ian Drayton were approached by Speedy Hire to identify a solution to a recurring problem; when Speedy Hire’s unique range of vehicles needed replacing due to a mechanical fault or an accident, how could a substitute vehicle with the exact specifications be delivered as quickly as possible?

UK Businesses go Flexi Friendly

administrator — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:49:08 +0000

November 11th, 2008
UK Businesses go Flexi Friendly

Seven out of ten (69%) managers polled in the national survey said they had taken advantage of their company’s flexible working policy, reporting it has improved their performance at work.
The survey showed that working from home is the most popular type of flex, with over three quarters (76%) of managers regularly swapping their office for their house. Although a quarter (26%) of employees originally worked from home to help cut their motoring costs, as prices at the pumps fall many have woken up to the additional benefits.

Press Releases

Lex announces sole supplier fleet-management agreement with Terex plc

June 15th, 2009Lex announces sole supplier fleet-management agreement with Terex plc

Lex introduces specialist ‘OneCall Commercial’ team to ensure minimum downtime for Lex commercial vehicle customers

May 13th, 2009Lex introduces specialist ‘OneCall Commercial’ team to ensure minimum downtime for Lex commercial vehicle customers

The Lex View - Budget 2009 – Alistair Darling Delivers Few Surprises

April 24th, 2009The Lex View - Budget 2009 – Alistair Darling Delivers Few Surprises