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Volvo’s new four-cylinder D4 diesel engine, which was available to drive in a range of cars at CCIA, is fuelling orders for the brand this year.

Peugeot expects its new 108, which was on display at CCIA ahead of its July launch, to be a hit with salary sacrifice and public sector organisations.

A celebration of the life of Dara Clarke, who died on May 25th, is to be held at the Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey, Woburn, Milton Keynes, on June 20th, 2014.

Motorists caught speeding on the motorway could be fined £10,000 after the Government announced it was quadrupling the maximum fine as part of sweeping reforms to the penalties which can be imposed by magistrates.

Mazda has revealed its all-new Mazda2 will debut with the Skyactiv-D 1.5, a brand-new 1.5-litre clean diesel engine, when the carmaker introduces its next-generation B-segment model, which will be initially launched in Japan.

New research by automotive software specialist DCML suggests that the average dealer has seen a 23% increase in the number of requests for extended test drives from private buyers and fleet customers in the past 18 months, with drivers looking for more unaccompanied tests.

The shared transport charity Carplus has welcomed the announcement of £1 million of new Government funding for electric vehicles, aimed specifically at expanding the reach of Scotland’s growing car club sector.

There's just over a week to go to get your nominations in for the LowCVP Champions Awards.

Gemma Cleaver has been appointed as chair of the 1link Disposal Network Customer Forum.

The maximum cost of an hour of a garage mechanic’s time has reached an unprecedented new high of £215, according to Warranty Direct’s annual labour rates study.

Brake has published a series of exemplary case studies in advanced road risk management, demonstrating the benefits of going beyond initial commitments and targets to make road safety a central priority.

Average values for commercial vehicles reached record levels in May, the fifth time in the last six months a new record has been set according to BCA’s figures.

Bedford-based BBS Fleet Logistics, which specialises in providing support and logistical services for leasing companies and large national fleets, has launched a new version of its website.

Europcar is launching a new rental service from Bristol Temple Meads railway station.

EasyCar Club has launched a peer-to-peer van sharing service, which it claims is the first in the UK.

Chevin customers that invest in their fleet management software system each year find it “highly worthwhile”, according to Ashley Sowerby, managing director at Chevin.

A Berlingo van has just become the 100,000th Citroën LCV to be fitted with the Teletrac telematics package.

Northgate has launched a new Leicester branch, based in Cossington, which offers larger facilities.

A charity auction held to celebrate the 25th birthday of CD Auction Group has raised £10,000 for the Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

The Parts Alliance has appointed Chris Waters as national key account manager.

Research published by Intelligent Car Leasing (ICL) has highlighted a low level of awareness when it comes to vehicle maintenance among the UK's young drivers.

Prohire Risk, which automatically checks the risk of companies/individuals at every stage of the rental process, has been credited with alerting Bourne Bridge Vehicle Leasing to a serious threat to their fleet.

Ashwoods Lightfoot has launched a new option to its in-cab driver efficiency product, Lightfoot.

Anti-fraud firm, APU, has welcomed the Government’s announcement of new measures to tackle the increasing number of dishonest motor insurance claims, but says it could have gone further.

Mike Pilkington, managing director of Paragon Automotive, looks at shaping vehicle disposal strategy.

Tracey Speke has joined the IAM Drive & Survive sales team as business development manager for the Midlands.

Zenith employees have achieved the Freight Transport Association (FTA) 'Certificate of Excellence', following completion of a course on best practice for the operation of vans and LCVs.

The Iveco Daily has undergone a major revamp, with new technology and improved fuel consumption.

Companies have been honoured for working hard to reduce road crashes involving at-work drivers at Brake's Fleet Safety Awards 2014, with Ocado, Travis Perkins and Mix Telematics all picking up two awards each

Volkswagen is now fitting DAB radio and electronic stability control as standard to its entire car range.