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Audi has revealed the first picture of its new A4 Avant model ahead of its world debut at next month’s Geneva Motor Show.

Ford has announced prices for its new Kuga crossover vehicle, which goes on sale in June.

Land Rover has added its condemnation of the proposed changes to London’s congestion charge.

Volvo has unveiled the first production pictures of its forthcoming crossover car, the XC60.

New cars registered between the months of March and August (inclusive) will typically retain £300 more than those registered at any other time of year

The latest vans will also be featured alongside the newest passenger cars at this summer’s British International Motor Show.

Bill Plant driving school is to order 100 further Vauxhall Corsas.

The money the Department of Transport has to spend this year has been increased by more than half a billion pounds.

Fleet managers can now see cost, environmental and safety trends on their fleet for up to the last three years online.

Porsche has said it will take the mayor of London to court if he does not amend his proposed changes to the congestion charge.

Leasedrive VELO Rental Management has been named as the sole vehicle provider to the broadcast and media solutions company Arqiva.

Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicle Services will use the 1link Service Network e-commerce platform to service and maintain its 17,000-vehicle fleet.

Windscreen replacement provider Autoglass has introduced a new lifting and positioning device – the Little Buddy – to allow a windscreen technician to undertake jobs previously only possible by two people.

TomTom has launched a content-sharing platform which allows users to download, upload and share navigation content with other users at no additional cost.

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The forthcoming Citroën C5 marks the completion of a range that the French maufacturer hopes will offer a credible alternative to established fleet marques.

The Renault Laguna Coupé, seen in concept form at last year’s Frankfurt Motor Show, looks likely to make it into production with relatively few changes.

Audi has announced pricing for its high-performance 272bhp TTS models.

Proving that small is beautiful is Toyota’s new city car, the iQ.

Volkswagen is expanding its low-emission BlueMotion family with Golf, Jetta and Passat versions.

Bidding in the auctions exceeded expectations last month, with overall sales volumes increasing and average selling prices improving over last year.

The Department for Transport (DfT) is forking out thousands of pounds to pay parking fines incurred by its drivers.

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Sixty per cent of motorists are unable to check their vehicles’ tyre pressures because forecourt’s tyre pressure airline facilities are out of order.

The motor industry is increasingly looking for alternatives to fossil fuels and, of the emerging technologies, biofuel power has been one of the leading contenders for the near future.

Fleet managers and industry leaders could now have their efforts to improve staff skills and attract new talent recognised by the Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI).

Fleet CV: Phil Green, facilities and fleet manager, Dekor and Celtic Crusaders RFC

Settling in: Mark Cassidy, corporate sales manager, Inchcape Fleet Solutions

Peugeot has appointed David Peel as fleet director.

Thrifty Car and Van Rental has appointed Linda Paul as head of central services.