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If you look at almost any road traffic incident statistics, you’ll see that novice drivers, who also tend to be younger drivers, are far more likely to be involved in incidents.

Chevin Fleet Solutions has invested in three new additions to its expanding UK team, now comprised of 25 staff. The latest recruits are software engineer Simon Scroble, new business development manager, Joanne Barwell, and software developer Stuart Hutcheon.

Spyker has announced that it has signed a nonbinding memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Saab, Pang Da and Zhejiang Youngman Lotus Automobile Co.

Redcar and Cleveland Borough Council has introduced Tusker’s salary sacrifice car scheme SS4C for up to 3,500 employees within its 6,000 strong workforce, with the aim of reducing carbon emissions, increasing the choice of flexible benefits and generating savings for the council.

Simon Elliott, currently director of Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles in the UK, is to take up the position of managing director of Volkswagen Group Ireland in August this year.

GM UK chairman and chief executive, and former Vauxhall fleet boss, given top honour.

Volkswagen UK Commercial Vehicles head moves to lead group operations in Ireland.

Speak to EV experts at the Electric Vehicle Village at Company Car in Action.

A long-range weather forecast predicting months of freezing temperatures and heavy snowfall could save fleets from experiencing costly downtime if they act now, says ATS Euromaster.

The number of fleet vehicles being driven with illegal faults - such as defective lights and tyres - has more than doubled in a year, according to estimates from RAC. And aside from breaking the law regarding vehicle roadworthiness, negligence about faults increases the risk of companies coming into contact with Corporate Manslaughter legislation.

With a head office in one of the hilliest parts of the UK and a business operating in the motor industry, it might seem a little unusual for a scheme that encourages employees to cycle to work instead of the usual car-based commute. However, Yorkshire-based Zenith Provecta has done just that and introduced a bike to work scheme for all its employees.

Mobile solutions provider M-Netics has warned of the dangers of complacency as independent research commissioned by the logistics specialist showed that UK businesses feel they have a clear perspective on delivery operations.

The annual conference of the European Traffic Police Network (TISPOL) will be putting the spotlight on the problem of drugged driving on Tuesday and Wednesday, September 27 and 28, 2011, in Manchester.

FairFuel UK campaigners have welcomed the news that MPs are to be given the opportunity to debate and challenge the high cost of petrol and diesel at a special debate in Westminster Hall tomorrow (Tuesday, June 14).

Car buyers across Europe took advantage of May’s bumper bank holidays resulting in it being the strongest month for new vehicle sales this year. Italy, for example, enjoyed its first rise in automotive sales for the first time in 14 months.

The Association of British Drivers (ABD) is calling for the Government to immediately stop giving £5,000 of taxpayers’ money to buyers of new electric cars, typically costing around £25,000 after subsidy.

Alfa Romeo will be visiting 16 of Britain’s business car parks to show off its star models to prospective small fleet and user chooser customers over the next two months.

Research by Manheim Auctions has revealed that 55% of motorists don’t park their car in their garage, preferring instead to use it to store household items or as a garden shed.

New life has been breathed into nearly 1,000 former Leaseway vehicles six months after the company went into administration. But rather than the deal being struck by a familiar face in the van rental sector, the fleet of LCVs and associated business has been bought by a newcomer, Commercial Vehicle Solutions (CVS).

Roadster confirmed as new Mini Coupé is unveiled.

BMW product manager believes new 1 Series will be a more attractive company car.

Aviva to cut insurance premiums for fleets using telematics.

BMW 520d EfficientDynamics saloon combines 184bhp engine with 119g/km.

Britain’s biggest tyre firm claims stocks of covers designed for use in winter look set to remain at low levels.

One of the defining features of the original Mini could soon make a comeback as part of a novel bid to cut the cost of motoring.

The first fuel cell car to be allowed on public roads in France is to be powered by a tyre company.

Twelve fleets pick up wins at the 2011 Fleet Safety Forum Awards.

Reports suggest Vauxhall/Opel could be sold to Volkswagen to prevent a Chinese take-over.

The full event programme has now been released for the Fleet Van Summit 2011.

The BMW Group has announced a further £500m investment into UK Manufacturing.