Holiday Matters

| Delivering On Our News | Summer 2012

Welcome to Fleet Hires first holiday edition of Fleet Matters - Holiday Matters. As the 2012 holiday season is now upon us weve put together some useful hints & tips to help you prepare for those long journeys to the sun (hopefully!) - UK or Europe. We're also announcing our partnership with Thule and there are some great competitions for the journey, so please read on. We hope you enjoy this new edition, and please remember we're here to assist if you have any questions about the support available to you when on holiday with your Fleet Hire vehicle.

Bon Voyage! Nick Poole Sales Director

Travelling in Europe
Documents Required
A VE103 or Vehicle on Hire Certificate is required by drivers who do not hold the original Vehicle Registration Document (V5) i.e. drivers with hire or lease vehicles. This can be requested from our web site www.fleethire.co.uk 14 days before you travel - the first 200 receive a free NF Breathalyser - with our compliments.

Be a part of our Holiday Competitions!

Cars have holidays too!
For a bit of fun we would love to receive photos of your Fleet Hire car while on holiday. There are two categories to enter: Most Spectacular Photo and Furthest Distance Away from Fleet Hires HQ in Solihull. Each winner will receive a 50 Halfords voucher and two runners up will be awarded vehicle safety kits. Please send your photos & vehicle registration to jill.orourke@fleethire.co.uk. Closing date 1st October 2012. Happy snapping!

Letter of permission from Fleet Hire to take your leased vehicle

into Europe

Full RAC European cover, this may already be included in your

contract, please check by calling our driver help line on 0844 85 45 123

Check with your insurance company if a Green Card is required Check your driving licence and passport are up to date A GB sticker must be clearly visible on the
rear of your vehicle if the number plate does not display one while travelling in Europe

Quiz Question
WIN a Travel DVD Player As a visitor, which country are you not allowed to drive in? A) B) C) Barbados Bermuda Brazil

High visibility vest/jackets for occupants

must be in your vehicle European legislation is constantly evolving and changing, and in order to ensure that you fully comply with the latest legislation, country by country, we recommend that you seek advice from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office. For further information visit www.fco.gov.uk or call 0845 850 2829. For example from the 1st July 2012 motorists travelling in France must carry a breathalyser in their vehicle. For further information please contact our Driver Help Line on 0844 85 45 123 option 4.

Email A, B or C to jill.orourke@fleethire.co.uk by 1st July 2012. The first 2 correct entries drawn will win a Travel DVD Player and a childrens travel pack will be sent to the next ten entries drawn. Good luck!

Holiday Matters

| Delivering On Our News | Summer 2012

Summer/Holiday Driving in the UK or Europe 2012

It is important that when you are using your vehicle for holidays in the UK or Europe that you prepare your vehicle accordingly and you have the correct documentation for travelling in Europe. We have put together a quick check list to help you with this: Make sure your vehicle is serviced according to the manufacturers recommendations

That your tyres meet the legal requirements and are adjusted to the correct pressures Make sure all your lights are working including brake lights and if travelling in Europe make sure your lights are set for the
countries you are travelling in

Be mindful that the height of your vehicle increases when a cycle rack or roof box is fitted Check all fluid levels including oil level before you start your journey Check you have all relevant documents - see Documents for Travelling in Europe Section Carry loose change for tolls in Euros or the relevant currency Have a First Aid Kit in your car Take regular breaks when travelling on long journeys Check that your childrens car seats are correctly secured

Fleet Hire Launch a new partnership init iative wit h Thule

Fleet Hire has partnered with Thule, a world market leader in transportation solutions to provide a national towbar supply and installation service for Fleet Hire clients. Thule Towing Solutions has access to a network of specialist installers throughout the UK, offering professional advice and an appointment service designed to meet both the needs of the client AND the requirements of the vehicle manufacturer. All towbars carry a lifetime warranty and are complemented by the use of an electrical harness specifically designed to integrate with your make and model, thus preserving the integrity of safety and warning systems and the vehicle manufacturers warranty. These products are held in such high regard that they are specified as OE with a number of manufacturers. Thule is also a market leading provider of premium quality car roof rack systems, roof boxes and accessories, all products that are an essential part of making big days out and annual holidays safe and enjoyable. The full Thule range of vehicle accessories is available to Fleet Hire clients at a preferred purchase price, to view the range please visit www.thule.com. To find out more please call the Fleet Hire Driver Helpline on 0844 85 45 123 option 5 or contact the Thule Customer Service Centre on 0844 893 2152 and be sure to let them know you are a Fleet Hire driver to receive your preferred rate.

For a limited period Thule will also be offering a Thule 9503 Ride On 3 Bike Tow ball mounted carrier as a special offer for Fleet Hire drivers call now for details. If you make any purchases during this period Thule will also enter your name into a prize draw for 250 worth of Thule Luggage.

Fleet Hire

The holidays are coming up and Fleet Hire staff have answered some questions to let you know what kind of holidays we enjoy. Here are the main findings: 88% of our staff are taking a summer holiday this year Where are we going? How are we getting there? What would we not go without? 33% UK - 22% Spain - 14% Canaries - 14% Caribbean 66% Flying - 34% Driving 20% Family - 15% IPod - 15% sun cream - 15% Book/ Kindle - 10% Camera - 5% for: Hair straighteners, Swimming Costumes, Travel Insurance 25% USA - Caribbean 15% - Cyprus 15% - Greece 8% 5% for: Dubai, Maldives, Italy, France, Egypt, Spain 48% Sun, Sea, Pool - 15% City/Cultural - 8% Active - 6% complete chill out

O n Ho liday!

What is our Favourite Holiday Destination? What is our best type of holiday?