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Average de-fleeted supermini values were up 9.4% (£455) in July compared to the previous month, with ex-fleet MPV values also performing strongly.

A Volkswagen van technician has been recognised for spending his entire working life in the automotive industry, all with the same employer.

Carlisle-based facility management provider Orian Solutions has switched from outright purchase to leasing with Lex Autolease.

Manheim saw record CV volumes in July, with a 45% increase in volume year-on-year, and average selling prices up 1.6% (£75) from June.

A survey has shown 34% of transport managers plan to quit within the next five years, according to the FTA.

A new Government report is aiming to dispel long-held beliefs about electric car ownership and usage patterns.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car is piloting super-van centres in Hounslow and Ilford to meet a growing demand for van rental from both business and general users.

Addison Lee has launched a booking API to allow third parties to integrate access to quotes, reservations and scheduling of its services.

Jeep has added a new 2.2-litre diesel engine to the Cherokee range, available with two power outputs.

By Gemma James, Mundays Law

Webuyanyvan.com has launched a checklist designed to help owners and drivers of vans with their walk around checklist.

The strong influence of mid-range LCVs should enable continued price stability throughout 2015, according to Shoreham Vehicle Auctions.

The first vehicles from a £3.4-million order for 34 Mercedes-Benz eight-wheel tippers are now in operation with Owen Pugh.

LPG supplier, Autogas, will be showcasing three LPG vehicles at the Cenex low carbon vehicle event, taking place at Millbrook on 9th and 10th September.

Government-funded trials of inductive wireless charging for electric and hybrid vehicles on test roads are due to take place in the UK later this year.

Freight forwarder Rhenus Logistics has warned freight prices could rise significantly in the coming weeks, unless the ongoing crisis at Calais is resolved.

Shetland Transport is set to increase the number of Gray & Adams insulated and refrigerated curtainside semi-trailers on its fleet to nine.

The first Toyota Mirai fuel cell vehicles to arrive in Europe have been delivered to the Toyota import centre at Portbury, near Bristol.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles are offering one year's free Volkswagen Roadside Assistance.

Through the ChargePlace Scotland project, 100% grant funding is available to Scottish based businesses for the installation of EV charge points for workplaces.

Alsecure Group has taken delivery of three Mercedes-Benz Citan vans, replacing the people carrier cars previously used by engineers.

Highways England has reminded drivers that the southbound Dartford Crossing is due to be closed overnight on Saturday for a new gantry to be installed.

Initiative part of expansion as flexi-lease increases to 70% of business

Vehicle leasing company Alphabet is investigating whether Google has infringed its trademark after giving its new parent the same name.

Hitachi Capital Commercial Vehicles has donated a five-year old Ford Transit to Manheim to to sell during its fortnight of Transit 50th birthday events.

Chargemaster has confirmed a new subscription scheme called POLAR Plus, which will also offer members the chance to borrow the latest luxury electric cars.

Autoglass has announced that it has signed a new 10-year, £25m contract with IT services and solutions company, CSC.

West Midlands-based Bevan Group has entered the tipper and traffic management vehicle market, by acquiring specialist bodybuilder, Stag Bodies.

Cars on Demand has been shortlisted in the Transformation category of the 2015 BiYInspired awards, run by Business in Yorkshire.

New data released by BCA has highlighted the importance of a service history in the light commercial vehicle sector.