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Fleet users of the 1link Disposal Network e-commerce platform can now dispose of cars and vans through real time “live” online auctions held by CD Auction.

LCV values take a knock in February accirding to Manheim Remarketing.

Andrew Burns aims to speed up growth at software company.

Masterfit team boosted with two new recruits.

Saab GB has announced new prices and specifications for the 9-3 range.

Fuel could become the highest pence per mile cost of running a company car in less than five years, says CFC Solutions.

Transport Committee warns Insurers must do more to tackle fraudulent injury claims and make 'referral' fees transparent.

Manheim Remarketing has introduced the apd 360osi customer satisfaction programme as it strives to enhance further its vendor and buyer experience.

Company drivers caught speeding can now access an immediate online ‘Speed Awareness” course to help them improve their driving.

The British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA) has welcomed the Transport Select Committee's report into the cost of motor insurance.

The charity Brake is calling for decisive action to tackle deaths and injuries involving young drivers.

Analysis by Alphabet suggests that firms and drivers could be facing a repeat of 2008, when oil prices spiked to $147 a barrel.

Government losing focus on drink-drive issue, says What Car?

A Van Excellence Code has its first three accredited van operators, with AAH Pharmaceuticals, Enterprise and Iron Mountain UK being successfully audited.

Nissan has increased the price of its all-electric lower-medium car to £30,990 on the road.

Thrifty is taking on thousands of ‘11’ plate vehicles, launched on 1st March.

UK-based technology development company HaloIPT, has won the CleanEquity Monaco award for ‘Excellence in the Field of Environmental Technology Research’.

The new portal goes live with selected clients in April, following test running this month.

The latest quarterly report from the Finance & Leasing Association shows motor finance fraud falling 14% in 2010.

Fleet businesses facing the prospect of thousands of pounds in eyesight test charges for staff could offset costs with cash plan provision, says PMI Health Group.

AA Insurance supports the findings of the Transport Committee inquiry into the Cost of Motor Insurance.

More use of menu pricing and manufacturer programmes designed to increase franchise dealer aftersales have prompted a sharp rise in fleet maintenance e-commerce.

The chairman of the British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association was in reflective mood last week when he delivered a speech at the groups’ annual dinner.

At the Geneva Motor Show, Chargemaster Plc featured its CombiCharge charging unit with the new Ford Focus Electric which will be launched next year.

The Eden Project gets custom-designed and adapted utility vehicles from Pendragon Contracts.

The data gathered by telematics systems enables driver behaviour and risk to be evaluated regardless of gender or age, says MiX Telematics.

Fleet Evolution is offering a free fleet funding and efficiency review to any business running up to 100 vehicles.

Interested parties have only until 28 April 2011 to respond to the DVLA’s Consultation on Amendments to Driver Medical Standards.

National Mobile Windscreens has extended its branch network with a new service outlet on the Isle of Wight.

New iPhone application can help drivers find nearby service stations and identify which fuel cards can be used.