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The new Kia pro_cee’d GT and cee’d GT have had their world premieres at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

Mazda is encouraging fleet operators to take delivery of the new Mazda6 (which emits 108g/km) before April 1, 2013 to ensure it qualifies for the 100% writing down allowance.

The new Captiva introduces several changes to the rear and front of the vehicle, including new LED tail lamps, angular chrome exhaust tips and a remodeled bumper.

Mitsubishi is now considering taking pure EVs beyond a mostly urban environment with a next generation compact EV such as this Concept CA-MiEV.

Mitsubishi's Concept GR-HEV Sport Utility Hybrid truck has been unveiled at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

Cineworld is assigning its fleet management programme to Pendragon Contracts following a competitive supplier selection process.

PSA Peugeot Citroën has confirmed a three-year solus vehicle defleet, remarketing and retail services partnership with Manheim in the UK.

BMW M unveils a third body variant of its high-performance BMW M6 sports car to the European public for the first time at the 2013 Geneva Motor Show.

Fears that motorists will steer clear of this month's ‘13 plate' new cars are unfounded, say CAP - the car information experts.

The road safety charity Brake, insurer RSA and the Optical Confederation are calling on the Government to revisit legislation on eyesight testing standards for new drivers.

The new BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo marks its world premiere in Geneva, augmenting the mid-range premium segment with a high-end option.

Taking centre stage on this year’s Geneva Motor Show stand is the all-new Peugeot 2008.

The BMW i3 Concept Coupe celebrates its European premiere in Geneva, while the BMW i8 Concept Spyder also makes an appearance.

Suffolk Electrical Services (SES) has added the new Mercedes-Benz Citan to its fleet.

Security services provider Gunnebo has selected Masternaut’s telematics system to create operational efficiencies and improve customer response times.

BT today announces the launch of BT Law, a business that will provide legal services to corporate customers, initially in the motor claims market, having been awarded a licence to operate from the industry watchdog the Solicitors Regulatory Authority (SRA).

Fleet management provider Fraikin has introduced a new state-of-the-art telematics system to help fleet managers get the best performance from their vehicles and drivers.

The Transport Committee is inviting the public to suggest subjects for inquiries to take place later in the year.

Fleet operators have paid out more than £215 million on vehicle repairs over the past year to rectify damage caused by potholes and poorly maintained road surfaces.

Ben received a cheque for £2500 in February from Enterprise Rent a Car’s Central offices in Egham.

ALD Automotive is the first to implement the new Miles user interface with enhanced functionality from fleet management software specialist Sofico, which aims to improve customisation and user satisfaction, while increasing productivity and efficiency.

Climatecars is reporting a record-breaking 2012, with figures showing that trading was up 43.8% year-on-year in December putting the environmentally-friendly taxi service on track to turnover £3.8 million in the year compared to £2.7million in 2011.

At next week’s Geneva International Motor Show, Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles will be showing a transporter concept vehicle: the e-Co-Motion.

Toyota will present its new FT-86 Open concept for the first time at the Geneva motor show.

Brake is offering a limited number of places for a webinar on saving money through fleet risk management.

Our dedicated section is to help you keep up-to-date with all the latest news, unveilings and concepts from the event.

Independently-owned motor group JCT600 has appointed Jayne McFadzen as volume group fleet manager, based in Bradford.

Members of the Road Haulage Association (RHA) and Freight Transport Association (FTA) now have exclusive access to discounted fuel through a new joint fuel card from The Fuelcard Company.

Volvo is launching a new chauffeur programme which includes a pre-owned vehicle offering and a forward-facing camera to provide evidence in a collision.

Managing rising fuel prices, vehicle purchase and running costs, and protecting vans from future regulation are all key priorities for the modern day van operators according to the 2013 Nissan Van Report.