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Respect. (from the lat. respectu) n. 1. respect; 2. consideration; high regard; 3. deference; compliance; veneration; 4. honour; worship; 5. relation; refererence...
We believe that everyone should be respected for their work, for their attitudes, opinions and options.
Rigor. (from the lat. rigore) n. 1. harshness; strength; 2.fig., severity; punctuality; accuracy.
There is no "more or less levelled", "more or less upright”, "more or less clean" or "more or less safe", but rather “levelled”, "upright”, "clean” and “safe". The rigour is reflected in our procedures, in time and in the rules to follow. In the light of moral and principles, being severe means being rigorous.
Passion. (from the lat. passione) n. 1. intense and usually violent feeling (affection, joy, hate, etc.) which hinders the exercise of impartial logic; 2. derived from a feeling; 3. great predilection; 4. partiality; 5. great grief; immense suffering...
Under the sign of passion – a text of the Portuguese poet Regina Guimarães – is our icon. Passion is to reveal great enthusiasm for something, favourable encouragement or opposite to something.
It is the sensibility transmitted by an architect or engineer through work.
Passion is the dedication to a project. Passion is a state of warm soul.
Loyalty. (from the lat. legalitate) n. the quality of being loyal; fidelity; sincerity.
Respect for the principles and rules that guide the honour and probity. Faithfulness to commitments and agreements undertaken, staunch character.
To remain loyal to the business partners because we depend on them and they depend on us.
Being trustworthy for being loyal.
Solidarity. (from the lat. solidare) n. 1. the quality of being solidary; 2. reciprocal responsibility among the members of a group, namely social, professional, etc.; 3. sense of sharing another’s suffering.
Being solidary is being a friend, offering our hand with genuine generosity and bringing joy and human warmth to those who, somehow, are marginalized. Being solidary is being more human. A solidary company is recognized as a fair and non-selfish company. A solidary company is a preferred choice in business. It is a more competitive company. Volunteering is a vehicle to solidarity. It is modern, fair, cultured, friend, it is a noble gesture of moral elevation.
Courage. (from the lat. coraticum) n. 1. bravery facing danger; intrepidity; to have audacity; 2. moral force before a suffering or setback; 3. [fig.] to input energy when performing a difficult task; perseverance...
Courage is essential in our life. Courage to face less pleasant situations when complex issues come up, not expecting random resolutions.
It is a value that we must highlight as opposed to the fearful, cowardly and laziness.
The courage to react to criticism not with an attitude of demotivation or sadness, but rather to search for the means and the action to overcome its own reason. This kind of courage, which is also an intellectual courage, is highly recommended.
Ambition. (from the lat. ambitione) n. 1. vehement desire of wealth, honours or glories; 2. expectation about the future; aspiration; 3. lust; greed…
Vehement desire to achieve a particular goal. Ambition not to resign ourselves. Ambition to take the best potential from ourselves. Ambition to deserve ourselves. Ambition to be athletes in our top-level competitive jobs. Ambition to beat our brands. Ambition to get the best deals with the maximum value, due to the high levels of proficiency and efficiency.
Esthetics. ESTHETICS (from the Greek aisthetiké, "sensitive") n.f. 1. Philosophy branch of philosophy that studies the beauty and nature of artistic phenomena; 2. author's own style, time, etc.; 3. harmony of shapes and colors, beauty; 4. set of techniques and treatments that aim to beautify the body.
We decided to build the company's economic foundations under a cultured, cosmopolitan and cool image. Because it is a charming state of being. Good taste because we are sustainable and we respect the planet. Good taste because we are sensitive. Good taste just because.
Responsibility. (from the lat respondere) n. the trait of being answerable to someone for something or being responsible for one's conduct; a form of trustworthiness.
We must be certain that, before a choice, we chose what is best for both of us and not just the best for each one. Each employee is responsible for his negotiated activity and co-responsible if the co-worker does not fulfil his own task, thus preventing the common goal. A team is a set of individuals - is a whole. In the business game, as in social or family contexts, everyone must comply with their own relative position and we shall not permit that one of ours fails to be in our team.
This is the complete list of the Fleet Magazine Award winners, announced before closing the 7th Fleet Management Expo & Meeting Conference.
The Fleet Magazine Awards arise from the desire to reward models, people and companies that have distinguished themselves in Portugal’s fleet scene.
The new award granting format resulted in a more dynamic and transparent process, aiming to involve the largest number of agents in the market, through a more hands-on, custom model.
I – For the following categories, the 2018 edition of the Awards followed a new selection and award method, with a jury selected from the suggestions from the leading fleet management companies operating in Portugal.
The vote, both on the vehicles and the Fleet Management Company, was secret, in anonymous ballot, and equal for all members of the jury.
Car of the Year Award under 25 thousand euros
The three finalists in this category were the KIA Niro 1.6 HEV EX, the Opel Astra Sports Tourer 1.6 Turbo D and the VW Golf Variant 1.6TDI 115CV Confortline.
The winner was the VW Golf Variant 1.6TDI 115CV Confortline, with higher scores in the criteria of “Build Quality”, “Driving Analysis” and “Equipment”.
Car of the Year Award between 25 and 35 thousand euros
The three finalists in this category were the KIA Optima SW 2.0 PHEV, the Skoda Kodiaq 2.0TDI DSG Ambition and the VW Arteon 2.0TDI 150CV DSG Elegance.
The winner was the VW Arteon 2.0TDI 150CV DSG Elegance, with higher scores in the criteria of “Build Quality”, “Driving Analysis” and “Equipment”.
Car of the Year Award over 35 thousand euros
The three finalists in this category were the Alfa Romeo Stelvio Super 180Cv AT8, the BMW Series 5 (G31) – 520d Touring with Automatic Transmission and the KIA Stinger 2.2 CRDI GT Line.
The winner was the BMW Series 5 (G31) – 520d Touring with Automatic Transmission, with higher scores in the criteria of “Build Quality”, “Driving Analysis” and “Equipment”.
Commercial Car of the Year Award
The three finalists in this category were the Hyundai H350 Long Version, Mitsubishi L200 Intense 4WD Double Cab (Strakar) and the Nissan e-NV200 40kWh Combi5.
The winner was the Mitsubishi L200 Intense 4WD Double Cab (Strakar), with higher scores in the criteria of “Build Quality”, “Load capacity / professional versatility” and “Driving Analysis”.
Fleet Management Award
The three finalists in this category were “ALD Automotive”, “Arval” and LeasePlan”.
The winner was Leaseplan, distinguished by the jury in the criteria of "Availability of Products and Services", "Complementary Actions" and "Custom Solutions”.
II – The Fleet Management Companies chose the winner of the 2018 edition in the following category, selected from among the projects delivered by the candidates:
Fleet Management Award
The winner was the DST Group.
In the words of the jury, the winner of the 2018 Edition was distinguished by the presentation of a complete and structured application dossier, by an innovative, well-prepared project, with the particularity of reflecting positively on the vehicle users, something that is considered extremely important for engaging all stakeholders.
LG, sponsor of the 7th Fleet Management Expo & Meeting Conference, partnered with Fleet Magazine in the presentation of this award, offering two multimedia products to the 2018 winner.
III – The ADENE - Energy Agency is responsible for selecting the following category winner, after evaluating the work developed for increased rationalisation of energy in the use of vehicles:
GREEN Fleet Award
The winner was Samsung.
For the purposes of the award, contestants had to submit data to ADENE to evaluate their work in various parameters, from consumption to emissions, tire energy class to driving practices, as well as their policy on vehicle selection and acquisition.
This evaluation followed the methodology principle based on the Energy Labelling System for Fleets (SEEF) developed by ADENE.
As prize, the winner receives a Fleet Energy Certificate issued by ADENE.
IV – Fleet Magazine is responsible for awarding this prize to a personality with proven outstanding efforts in support of the auto industry.
Personality of the Year Award
The personality distinguished in this category for the first edition of the Fleet Magazine Awards was Hélder Pedro, Secretary-General of ACAP, for the personal dedication he has shown and the visibility he gives to the issues and concerns of the auto industry, putting them on the agenda.
The honouree is also distinguished for standing-up for a fairer and more balanced taxation of this market, particularly important this year due to the effects generated by the entry into force of the WLTP.
Another constant struggle of ACAP that reflects the interests of its members, is the need to make changes in the toll rules, due to the configuration of many new models.