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Mercedes-Benz UK has achieved its best-ever July and year-to-date market share results, according to official figures released by the SMMT.

Wholesale used van values rise year-on-year, despite increase in average age and mileage, reports Manheim.

Latest figures from the SMMT show vans dipped 2.6% in the month to 18,417 units, but remained 9.3% up for the January-July period with 151,594 registrations.

Lex Autolease, the UK’s largest fleet management company, has reached a milestone in the provision of alternative fuel vehicles with the delivery of its 100th plug in electric vehicle.

Five recovery trucks worth £230k are the newest additions to TCW Group, as the vehicle repair network invests to build the infrastructure needed for its ambitious nationwide expansion.

Prices of de-fleeted cars at auction fell in July, as the age and mileage of vehicles rose slightly, according to Manheim's latest monthly barometer of activity.

New data from Government confirms that Supermarkets now have a much higher share of the UK market for retail transport fuels than previously thought, increasing pressure on independent fuel retailers.

LeasePlan has launched a new telematics product, powered by RAC technology, which provides driver data that can be used to improve fleet safety, reduce fuel spend and help companies fulfil duty of care obligations.

Range anxiety is a major barrier preventing EV take-up and Hyperdrive’s new system has the potential to be integrated into an existing EV in series with the vehicle’s powertrain to reduce these consumer fears.

Regional businesses Barker Group Ltd and Vinshire Plumbing and Heating have ordered Nissan LCVs to add to their fleets.