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Containing costs is the biggest worry for 89% fleet operators this year, according to a survey by Venson Automotive Solutions.

Vauxhall built over 44,000 vans in the UK last year, making it Britain’s number one van maker for the 12th year running, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders.

Private equity company HG Capital could be about to acquire its second leasing company in less than two months by buying Zenith.

More than 140 fleet decision-makers have to-date booked places to attend next month’s electric vehicle seminar hosted by ACFO.

Nissan set new records for both car and van sales in the UK in 2013, increasing on the previous best by 11%.

BCA has announced a rollout of its new Commercial Vehicle Video Appraisal service in 2014.

A ban on the use of hands-free phones while driving would have a massive financial impact on business, a survey suggests.

Burnt Tree Vehicle Rental has signed up to epyx’s 1link Hire Network as part of a new five-year company expansion plan.

Employee and customer engagement provider Grass Roots has introduced Zenith’s salary sacrifice car scheme to its 700 UK employees.

A motoring finance expert from Scotland has launched a new fleet management consultancy in Poland.

Ichinen Holdings Co. Ltd, one of Japan’s largest automotive leasing companies, has selected the Miles leasing and fleet management solution from Belgium-based software specialist, Sofico, to manage its fleet of more than 120,000 vehicles on behalf of corporate customers throughout the country.

Telematics provider Tracker has formed an exclusive partnership with Garmin to develop Tracker Vision.

Automotive Glass Europe (AGE) has extended European coverage for National Windscreens’ customers to include Italy and Slovakia.

A major fleet operator has been experiencing problems getting the electronic service records of some premium cars updated at independent garages.

Mark Forrest, manager of Trimble Field Service Management (FSM), gives his top ten field service predictions for the year ahead.

A survey has found that 37% of drivers admitting to speeding in Britain, France and Germany blame the 'pressure of work schedules'.

As part of its successful growth in the West of Ireland, Northgate has relocated its Limerick branch to help meet an increase in customer demand within the local area.

Glasgow City Council has declared that the city will remain ‘open for business’ during the Commonwealth Games, which take place this summer from July 23 to August 3.

M&P Survey Equipment have added four Mercedes-Benz Citan vans to their fleet.

Accountancy firm MHA MacIntyre Hudson has questioned whether efforts to claim back overpaid National Insurance Contributions (NICs) will succeed.

A recently introduced Chevin software module is helping fleets reduce Penalty Charge Notification bills that have been running into annual six figure bills in some cases.

Research from the British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA) shows that behaviour based motor insurance sales have increased by 116,000, a 61% increase since June 2012.

Mazda says corporate demand for the Mazda6 is set to accelerate with the model now available for £199+VAT monthly rental through Mazda Contract Hire.

ReVue, the evidence-based driver training provider, is sharing its expertise and technology with a Parliamentary road safety group.

The Audi Q3 has taken first place in this month’s league of fastest selling cars, as revealed by Glass’s this week.

As part of a campaign to increase corporate communication and raise awareness of eyecare issues, Specsavers Corporate Eyecare has launched an e-newsletter for employers.

The owner of a Berkshire car maintenance business has been sentenced for safety failings after reversing into and killing a customer in his van.

Gerry Keaney, BVRLA chief executive, on why creating the right policy and tax environment is vital if EVs are to be successful.

ACFO chairman Damian James says fuel is challenging depreciation as the single biggest overall fleet cost.

Van values increased by 5.5% during 2013, despite a significant rise in their age, according to market analysis from Manheim.