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LeasePlan’s new tyre fitment suppliers announced

LeasePlan UK has appointed a trio of new suppliers to provide tyre solutions to its drivers commencing 1st January 2016.

The appointed three tyre fitter chains – ATS, National Tyres and Fleet Tyre Network form the new tyre fitment network. Kwik-Fit was the previous supplier.

The appointment of three new suppliers means that LeasePlan has an increased UK-wide capability and coverage for both cars and commercial vehicle tyre replacement and repairs.

To tie in with the company’s promise of making it ‘easier to LeasePlan’ the new network has been designed to make motoring easier for drivers. To ensure optimum mobility and efficiency, drivers simply need to make contact by phone or by app and place their requirements. Taking into consideration location, tyre stock, and fitment availability drivers will be allocated a supplier that is best able to meet their individual needs.

The new network provides a number of benefits:

• Improved light commercial vehicle offering
• Joined up approach to vehicle servicing and tyre replacement
• Enhanced nationwide coverage
• Same day mobile offering*
• Guaranteed booking slots
• Replacement tyres waiting on arrival**

Neil Dixon, Head of Procurement and Supplier Management at LeasePlan UK, said:

“We are delighted to announce the appointment of ATS, National Tyres and Fleet Tyre Network as LeasePlan’s new tyre fitment suppliers for 2016 and beyond. Following a rigorous selection process, we awarded the business to the three suppliers that demonstrated the scale, capability and great customer service necessary to meet the needs of our drivers, regardless of their location or vehicle type.

“LeasePlan is committed to delivering a high quality driver experience. We demand an innovative, customer focussed approach to the management of our drivers’ vehicles, and it is vital that our suppliers share this ethos. We are therefore confident this network will bring significant benefits to our customers.”

Peter Fairlie, Group Sales Director at ATS, said:

“We are delighted to have been appointed as a supplier for LeasePlan’s industry-leading tyre network. In the modern world, time has never been so important for drivers. It is therefore crucial that they have access to a tyre network that is efficient, accessible and easy-to-use and, essentially, one that is able to deliver replacement tyres on the same day. We are confident that this network will improve the driver experience right across the UK”

Mike Daniels, Sales Director at NTA, said:

“We are hugely excited to join both ATS and Fleet Tyre Network for LeasePlan’s tyre network. The scale, breadth and technology of this approach will optimise the experience for drivers in terms of efficiency, whilst the new mobile offering will also give drivers far greater access to tyre replacements than ever before.”

Martin Towers, Sales Director at Fleet Tyre Network, said:

“This is a truly innovative tyre solution, and one that we are hugely excited to be a part of. It is great to see that the drivers are now at the forefront of service provision. Not only will the updated mobile offering make booking tyre replacements easier, but it will also enable drivers to benefit from the reach and availability of three suppliers through one easy-to-use platform. I am confident that a single booking platform, increased availability and less time at the garage, amongst the network’s other benefits, will all act to make motoring far easier for drivers.”

Notes:
• *Same day booking available if booked by 11am
• **Tyres waiting on arrival when appointment is made in advance

Matt Dyer

Matt Dyer

Matt Dyer is former MD of LeasePlan UK and the new CEO of LeasePlan US. Matt has been with LeasePlan for over 20 years including roles with LeasePlan Corporation and LeasePlan International. As Chairman of the British Vehicle Rental & Leasing Association (BVRLA) Matt played an active role in representing the key initiatives for the industry.

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