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FAMILY-run gas company Gasworks has taken on five Nissan Primastars.

THIS is the radical-looking production version of SEAT's new Altea mini-MPV which will go on sale this summer.

ALFA Romeo has introduced a new entry-level variant in the 147 range using a 105bhp version of the 1.6-litre Twin Spark engine.

VAUXHALL is reviving the Tigra name for a new roadster to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

GORDON Calder-Jones, head of Alto and major corporate sales at Interleasing, says targeted ECO schemes can lead to big savings.

FLEETS failing to check driving licences on a regular basis have been warned they face the risk of prosecution and hefty fines.

BMW has released details of its new Euro IV-compliant six-cylinder diesel coupe which will reach dealers in March.

FLEET Alliance has teamed up with The Miles Consultancy to launch a new online product designed for fleets running cash-for-car schemes.

ARVAL PHH has completed an internal restructure which has included three new appointments.

PEUGEOT has developed a specialist vehicle for scene- of-crime officers in the police force.

SMART will launch a sport utility vehicle in 2006 to coincide with the brand's launch in the North American market.

THE Fleet Safety Forum is giving away up to 1,000 free safety leaflets highlighting the dangers of driver fatigue.

THE National Blood Service is fitting its 12-strong fleet of Sprinter vans with specialist key security systems.

VEHICLE management provider Towquest has improved its Pro-Lease system and claims fleets can now benefit from greater efficiency and overhead costs.

A COMPANY which provides short-term professional relief drivers to the motor industry has opened a new regional office in West Sussex.

A NEWSPAPER group has launched a new staff benefit scheme for its 10,000 employees, offering them cars from £149 a month.

MITSUBISHI will unveil its new Colt at the Geneva Motor Show next month – the first car developed under the Mitsubishi/ DaimlerChrysler alliance.

A LIFT manufacturer and service company has taken on a number of Dualfuel Combo vans from Vauxhall.

MORE than 100 fleet decision-makers attended the Manage Your Fleet Online Conference, staged by Fleet News and Fleet NewsNet, to hear how the web could transform business.

THE sport utility vehicle market is one that, like a jet engine, seems to gather even more momentum the quicker it goes.

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LEX Vehicle Leasing has turned to some of the planet's best known and highly respected companies to help inspire employees in its bid to become a world-class company.

THERE is a golden rule in business which states that you should never drive a better car than your customers. If your client sees you driving more expensive metal than he is, the automatic assumption will be that you are charging too much.

LOWER prices, higher specification and a revamped Dispatch light panel van are all part of the French manufacturer's new strategy to raise sales in 2004.

GILL Garrett, twice named Fleet News Awards Fleet Manager of the Year (under 100 vehicles), tells of her recent fleet career change from the commercial world to the national charity Guide Dogs for the Blind.

ANDREW Walker, chief executive officer of Fleet Auction Group, believes fleet managers have a responsibility to ensure their used cars go to a reputable outlet for disposal.

The latest appointments in the fleet industry.

Launch dates for key fleet models.

Average fuel prices in the UK.