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Paul Jackson, managing director, The Miles Consultancy, on the power accurate information can deliver.

Navevo has launched Line of Route, an advanced navigation system specifically designed for fleet operators, which it claims can significantly cut down on wasted journeys and lost man hours, saving thousands of pounds every year.

Sue Branston, sales director, Total Accident Management, on why the industry should be doing everything it can to help avoid a catastrophe.

Kwik-Fit Mobile is aiming to improve its service to the corporate sector with a number of developments including fleet expansion.

Already factory fitted to A8 models, digital radio reception is to become standard across most Audi ranges for the 2014 model year.

Scottish Water has recently taken delivery of an additional five Truckman Classic hardtops, ordered through Toyota, for its fleet of Toyota Hilux vehicles.

Adrian Binnersley has scooped a BVRLA ‘industry hero’ award following his recovery from a heart attack.

Town halls will be rewarded for taking action against the scourge of unnecessary traffic signs with a new prize launched by Transport Secretary Patrick McLoughlin.

Chevin Fleet Solutions is calling for increased support for fleet operators ahead of Wednesday’s Budget.

Nissan will be showcasing two new vehicles at the 13th annual Commercial Vehicle Show at the NEC Birmingham on April 9-11.

The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) is calling on George Osborne to announce a revised set of company car tax rates from 2015, with greater differentiation below 95g/km and significant levels of incentive for ultra-low carbon vehicles.

The Forum of Private Business has said the chancellor must deliver a business focussed Budget on Wednesday if he’s serious about lighting the economic touch paper.

The Freight Transport Association (FTA) has announced its first whole Vehicle type approval seminar to be held on June 11, at the Hilton Coventry Hotel.

Plans to remove 100% First Year Allowances on low-emission cars purchased for leasing will push fleets away from the greenest vehicles, the BVRLA has warned the chancellor in its Budget submission.

A new online vehicle wholelife cost operating tool for fleet decision-makers has been launched by automotive industry data provider Derwent Management Services (DMS).

Visitors to the Isotrak stand (4G70) at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show will be able to see demonstrations of the latest in-cab camera, handheld computer and fleet management technology offered by several of Istorak’s partners.

Fraikin has won a contract with catering butchers Aubery Allen to provide five vehicles for its delivery operations.

G3 Remarketing is introducing a new online bidding portal in mid-April.

TR Fleet has announced a national partnership with Specsavers Corporate Eyecare to tackle the issue of poor eyesight and driver safety.

The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) published its LCV market report for February, which shows taverage values of used LCVs at auction increased by 2%.

Liam Doyle has been appointed technical trainer at Isuzu Truck UK as part of a planned programme to expand the manufacturer’s UK training support services.

Britain’s small firms could face a rise of up to £4,000 in their annual fuel bills if the planned 3p rise in fuel duty is confirmed in this week’s budget.

Following an extensive pilot in 2012, GE Capital’s Fleet Services division has launched Integrated Solutions - a new online solution to allow fleet managers to prioritise the most effective actions to reduce costs and improve driver safety based on real fleet data.

West Midlands Police Service has added 21 Skoda Octavia Estates to its fleet for use by police dog handlers.

The Transport Committee has launched an inquiry into whiplash claims, following its recent inquiry into the cost of motor insurance.

A strong performance by expanding Ogilvie Fleet helped its parent company maintain profitability, the company has announced.

The number of VED-free, sub-100g/km cars rocketed in 2012, more than doubling their share of the market to 8.2% in the year, according to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

The VRA expects the market to come back into line with seasonal trends after a strong start to 2013.

National Windscreens has been awarded a place on Scotland Excel’s vehicle spare parts framework to provide replacement glass to Scottish local authorities.

Nissan has kicked-off a sponsorship deal with Forest Green Rovers by delivering 11 examples of its all-electric car, the Leaf, to the environmentally-friendly football team.