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Motor Codes has received full OFT approval for its service and repair code, meaning that subscribing garages can now display the OFT logo alongside the Motor Codes tick, to further reassure motorists.

Funding for UK businesses to invest in their fleets of trucks, vans and other commercial vehicles has increased by 24% in the last 12 months, says LPM Outsourcing.

Fleet Hire has been making the first deliveries of an 85+ LCV order to existing client Westway Services, worth in excess of £1.1m and adding to the 60 vehicles already supplied by the company.

FleetGenie is seeking mobile system developers for its new combination mobile workforce and fleet management system. The FleetGenie system incorporates vehicle tracking, route optimisation and mobile device management in a single, customisable package.

Fleet operators and suppliers nationwide are backing Road Safety Week this week, by mobilising staff and communities in awareness-raising activities.

Avis has extended its corporate service to include vans, becoming a single source for both cars and commercial vehicles for the first time.

The new five-door, five-seat A1 Sportback will become available in the UK later this month and will reach its first customers here in the spring of 2012.

Some examples of how fleets and fleet suppliers are getting involved in this year’s Road Safety Week.

Fleet operators and suppliers nationwide are backing Road Safety Week, coordinated by the charity Brake, by mobilising staff and communities in awareness-raising activities.

The North American International Auto Show (NAIAS) has announced that tickets for the Charity Preview, Detroit's premier black-tie gala, are now on sale.

Aston Martin Racing began testing its new V12 Vantage GT3 at Brands Hatch in Kent this week, covering almost 1000 kilometres in just two days.

Mazda’s MX-5 GT car finished the Britcar Production GTN Championship season on a high this weekend at Brands Hatch with a race pace that placed it ahead of rivals.

Lexus has revealed a further extension of its all-new GS luxury saloon range with the unveiling of the GS 250 at the Guangzhou International Automobile Exhibition.

Brake's Too young to die campaign calls for a system of graduated driver licensing, to allow new drivers to build their driving skills and experience gradually.

Private motorists are following the lead of company car drivers and opting for flexible rental packages in increasing numbers reflecting a possible shift in attitudes to motor funding.

New five-door Sportback version of Audi premium subcompact further enhances appeal with five seats and greater versatility

Aston Barclays Auction House in Chelmsford recently hosted the auction of Bangers4BEN cars which raised over £15,000 for the automotive industry charity.

Mitsubishi Motors has confirmed the appointment of Motorwell Limited, who will open their doors in Bridport to the public on Tuesday 3rd January 2012.

The 'Go Beyond' Bursary 2012 was officially launched at the annual Explore weekend of the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG), one of Land Rover's six Global Humanitarian and Conservation Partners, on Friday 18 Nov 2011.

The Jaguar Academy of Sport is pleased to announce the Award Nominees for the second Jaguar Academy of Sport Annual Awards at The Savoy on 27th November 2011.

Chevin Fleet Solutions has marked the launch of its next generation flagship application FleetWave by inviting a host of customers and fleet industry experts to participate in a user group event.

Activities, help and advice about how to avoid incidents behind the wheel are being given to workers at GE Capital Fleet Services throughout Road Safety Week (November 21-27).

Halfords Autocentres has identified Scotland as a major development area for the business and will be opening new sites to significantly boost its Scottish presence.

A health and safety body is urging the Government to incorporate work-related road traffic accidents into official statistics.

Jardine Motors Group Fleet Services has been chosen by one of London’s largest estate agents to supply its entire fleet of over 100 vehicles.

A four-year deal to exclusively use the 1link Disposal Network e-commerce platform for all disposal activity has been signed by the Leasedrive Group.

The Unite trade union, Drivers Edge UK and Autoglass have announced that they are to join the Pro-MOTe campaign launched last month to stop proposals to reduce MOT frequency.

Fleet Alliance is backing Road Safety Week by offering its online Driver Check solution free of charge to anyone who signs up to the service during the week-long event.

Fleet Alliance is backing Road Safety Week (November 21-27) by offering its online Driver Check solution free of charge to anyone who signs up to the service during the week-long event.

A survey conducted by Young Marmalade has revealed that more than 50% of new drivers feel that they are less safe drivers because there is a gap between passing their test and buying a car.