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Cenex - the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon technologies – has announced the appointment of Keith Budden as head of business development.

Specialist automotive technical information provider, Autodata, has announced that it is under new ownership.

A sacked salesman posed as his former employers to order nearly £300,000 of cars after getting drunk.

LeasePlan has appointed Matt Dyer as managing director, following the departure of David Brennan.

ARI Fleet UK, which is based in Chippenham, has launched its community programme.

Bridle Vehicle Leasing today announced that is has acquired the majority shareholding in Compass Contract Hire.

Jon Mitchell, UK sales director at Autorola, investigates the growth of online auction platforms.

Confidential meetings with employees could be crucial to cutting crash rates

Investment in online services looks set to continue on the part of fleet management companies as they seek greater differentiation, says Chevin.

HK Remarketing, part of the Hudson Kapel Group, has secured a new contract with Ogilvie Fleet.

Project will assess the demands of recharging EVs on power network

A growing number of small to medium-sized businesses are beginning to appreciate the benefits telematics can bring.

The Fleet Industry Advisory Group (FIAG), which is dedicated to developing and sharing best practice among fleet decision-makers, has published its first white paper.

EDF Energy has extended its partnership with BT Fleet for a further five years.

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has appointed Chris Black to the newly created role of head of fleet, with effect from June 9.

More than half (57%) of motorists admit to driving too close to the vehicle in front of them, while a similar proportion (60%) break the speed limit by 10mph or more (60%) on motorways, research suggests.

Mike Waters, senior insight and consultancy manager, Arval UK, looks at the benefits of the wholelife cost model.

Toyota is aiming to achieve a 10 per cent improvement in the fuel efficiency of its hybrids and other electric-powered vehicles using a new power semiconductor technology.

The BVRLA has welcomed an array of expert advisers from across the vehicle rental and leasing industry at its AGM.

Nissan has revealed pricing for its new e-NV200 which will be available as a small van or compact MPV when it arrives in showrooms in July.

Localised monitoring has shown some areas with extremely high levels of air pollutants, says the GMB union.

Active Fleet Solutions is recruiting 50 new employees as part of its expansion plans.

The Highways Agency will be clearing 75% of its roadworks to help minimise congestion and smooth journeys over the bank holiday weekend.

Pendragon Contracts has selected Autoglass to provide drivers with its window repair and replacement services.

Nissan will drive back to the future later this year when it mounts a fresh challenge to Ford and Vauxhall with a new mid-size hatchback model range.

Tracker has partnered with Redcaps Security Solutions to launch Road Guardian, for fleet and corporate clients.

Manufacturers will give fleet decision-makers the opportunity to experience the latest life-saving technologies at Company Car in Action on Tuesday and Wednesday, June 10 and 11.

HBE Risk Management has invested in the latest fleet tracking technology by Tracker, with the aim of enhancing fleet efficiency, meeting duty of care obligations and improving customer service.

The Government will need to significantly increase investment in the road network if traffic forecasts prove to be correct, MPs have warned.

Fleet views are being sought to help supplement a submission to the Treasury that is part of a campaign to boost the take-up of autonomous emergency braking (AEB) systems.