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TomTom fleet management is being used in a pioneering driver education project operated by the Energy Saving Trust (EST) in Scotland.

All carmakers will follow BMW's lead as the first major manufacturer to roll-out DAB radio as standard across all models, according to CAP.

CitySprint has said it could take on as many as 300 couriers in anticipation of its busiest Christmas period yet.

The final countdown has begun for companies seeking to win RoSPA's acclaimed Management of Occupational Road Risk (MORR) Awards.

The administrators of Manganese Bronze Holdings has announced that an engineering solution to the steering fault has been found for the TX4 model taxi.

A leading academic has questioned the role of the police in work-related road safety after a report recommended developing a mandatory national standard.

A record 195 attendees helped the Institute of Car Fleet Management (ICFM) celebrate 20 years at its annual national members’ conference held on November 13 at the MINI Plant Oxford.

Record-breaking prices for ex-fleet cars highlight long-term shortage of stock.

A new fleet driver communications solution, based around a smartphone app, has been launched by Driverconnex.

In a move aimed at continuing the significant growth already achieved, Mercedes-Benz UK has revitalised its line-up of fleet strategic account managers.

Robinsons of Worcester are looking to improve driver behaviour and boost performance after investing in Navman Wireless technology to track 21 of its vehicles.

Ambulance fleet hopes renewable energy will help save up to 15% on fuel costs.

Cork Rent-A-Van, which specialises in rental leasing and contract hire, has renewed its contract with Bridgestone.

Trakm8 has announced the launch of a new product called Trakm8 Dynamics.

Research reveals one in three UK drivers is putting themselves and other road users at risk by not meeting the legal vision standard for driving.

Research for CAP Black Book Live has revealed weakening used car trade values during November as supply increases and dealers become more cautious.

Mid & West Wales Fire & Rescue Service (MAWWFRS) has become the first fire authority in the UK to embrace a salary sacrifice car scheme as part of its flexible staff benefits offering.

Toyota has registered recalls for certain Avensis and Corolla models (July 2001 to March 2009) and for Prius (July 2003 to April 2009) with the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA).

Austerity drive puts pressure on public sector fleets to consider different options.

Nexus Vehicle Rental is celebrating its one millionth booking after 12 years in business and has rewarded the lucky customer with a boot-full of prizes.

SsangYong is adding a new 4x4 light commercial model to its Korando range - the Korando CSX.

Suzuki has announced some styling refreshments to the Jimny compact 4x4 model.

Honda has unveiled the 'Micro Commuter Prototype', a micro-sized short distance EV commuter.

An electric vehicle (EV) which ends range anxiety could give the segment’s sales a much-needed boost and persuade fleets to look again at the technology.

Babcock International Group has been awarded a critical contract with London Fire and Emergency Planning Authority (LFEPA) to manage and maintain their fleet of vehicles and equipment over an 18-month interim period during which LFEPA will be running a full competition for the services.

With the fuel duty debate once again hitting the headlines, Autogas is reminding struggling businesses how much money they could save simply by switching to autogas LPG.

Ogilvie Fleet was revealed as the winner of the customer service award at the 2012 FN50 gala dinner.

The National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA) has revealed that during October the average values of used cars sold at auction across the board increased from £4,624 to £4,724, equivalent to a 2.2% increase between September and October.

Liberty Wines is hailing the success of Paragon’s routing and scheduling optimisation software in providing efficiency and service improvements.

MSL Vehicle Solutions (MSL VS), part of MSL Group (MSL), has appointed Stuart Adam as their new business development manager.