New Range Rover Sales Start June 1
The completely redesigned 2003 Range Rover officially goes on sale in North America on Saturday, June 1. Since the international press launch last January, more than 3,000 North American orders have been placed for the new model, according to Land Rover. The HSE, with a $69,330 manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP), is only the third completely new Range Rover in 31 years. The new Range Rover – whose predecessors have not been among the leaders of the J.D. Power reliability surveys – offers U.S. buyers a four-year, 50,000-mile warranty with 24 hour roadside service, six-year, 100,000 mile corrosion cover and no-cost maintenance during the warranty period. Land Rover, Ford's United Kingdom-based SUV-making subsidiary, hopes to double sales in the United States market this year and has launched a major new advertising campaign for the latest Range Rover to spearhead the sales drive. In 2001, it sold 27,200 vehicles, including the smaller Discovery and new entry-level Freelander. The new Range Rover features in an extensive all-print campaign in the June issues of a variety of publications. Advertising agency GSD&M of Austin, Texas, has developed a new tag – ‘Higher ground' – for the brand's top-line model.
More Small Fleet

Developing Budget-Friendly Driver Safety Programs
From driver training and safety meetings to one-on-one coaching and incentive programs, several small fleets share how they have developed a safety culture with their drivers using low- to no-cost resources.
Read More →
Boosting Last-Mile Fleet Uptime, Safety, and Value with AI Vehicle Inspections
AI-powered inspections are transforming last-mile fleets by replacing manual checks with highly accurate automated scans that detect defects in seconds. By giving fleet operations visibility into the daily condition of their vehicles, you can identify trends over the vehicle’s lifecycle that enable improved procurement decisions, route management, driver training and accountability.
Read More →
Five Ways Seat Belts Help Prevent Injuries
There are five ways seat belts protect occupants from injuries, according to the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security.
Read More →
It’s here: The 2026 Fleet Technology Trends Report
What does AI mean for fleets? Get the answer — and learn other top tech trends.
Read More →
Small Fleets, Big Impact: How Independent Drivers Power Wreaths Across America
Check out how small fleets and independent drivers power Wreaths Across America each December and why their impact matters more than ever.
Read More →
VMS Survey Finds 65% of Small Fleet Managers Run Operations Alone
A new VMS survey shows small fleet managers are stretched thin, with most handling operations solo and eager to adopt digital tools for relief.
Read More →
Tips for Driving Safely on Halloween Night
This video features a reminder from the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association, urging drivers to prioritize safety this Halloween.
Read More →
AI, Access, and Uptime: VMS’s Next Chapter with David Prusinski
VMS’s new Co-CEO, David Prusinski, shares how an AI-first approach will give small fleets and repair shops the tools to compete like big players.
Read More →
Fleet Managers Share Winter Prep Tips: It's Never Too Early!
Three fleets share best practices to prep vehicles for winter and prevent downtime when the cold sets in.
Read More →

