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Five Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell models will soon be operating in London as part of the London Hydrogen Network Expansion (LNHE) project.

The new Ford Transit Connect, launched later this year, will offer best-in-class fuel efficiency of 70.6mpg, reducing fuel costs by up to £1,600 compared with key class rivals over a typical four-year cycle.

For the fourth consecutive year, Freight Transport Association (FTA) has brought together an eclectic coalition of organisations from across the breadth of transport opinion to host the Transport Hub events at the 2013 party conferences.

Table bookings are now open for the 2013 ACFO Awards Dinner to be held on Wednesday, 6th November 2013.

LeasePlan Corporation has officially launched operations in Russia bringing the total number of countries in which LeasePlan has a presence to 31.

The average values of used LCV’s at auction across the board fell by just £33 from £4,322 to £4,289 between May and June, according to the National Association of Motor Auctions (NAMA).

Kwik Fit is reminding fleet operators of the importance of maintaining light commercial vehicles (LCVs) in tip-top condition in the light of a crackdown by the Vehicle and Operator Services Agency (VOSA) on vans that defy the law.

More than 1,300 orders have been placed for the new Peugeot 2008 as deliveries officially begin.

One of the UK’s largest civil engineering, construction and facilities companies is among the latest organisations to mandate its suppliers to secure bronze accreditation with the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme (FORS).

The July 2013 issue of Ignition is out now, featuring the latest car news and reviews from Fleet News.

Fiat Group's new UK commercial director wants to grow fleet sales and make the company easier for customers to deal with.

Brake, the road safety charity, has published guidance for fleet managers on the financial benefits of managing road risk. This best practice report has been produced as part of Brake's campaign to help organisations save lives, money and the environment by improving fleet safety.

Northgate Vehicle Hire is looking to increase the number of tyres its recycles with its used tyre management partner Vellco as part of its commitment to corporate social responsibility.

Oxford-based online solutions provider, Ebbon-Dacs, has launched a new version of its vehicle delivery and collection solution, MoDel, following feedback from a user group comprising leasing companies, logistics providers and dealer groups.

More than 30 companies are now using Pendragon Contracts online tool, Driver and Vehicle Extranet (‘DAVE’), and benefiting from reduced administration time.

Mercedes-Benz van dealer Hughes of Aylesbury has joined forces with Thames Valley Police in a crime-busting initiative designed to thwart metal thieves.

Motorists are being advised to keep their tyres in check after a total of 3,852 tyre-related incidents were reported on England’s motorways between April and the end of June 2013 – an average of 1,284 per month.

Allstar fuel card users can now take advantage of a new partnership with the AA for breakdowns and misfuels.

Fleet consultancy specialist, TR Fleet, has appointed John Lewis as non-executive director.

Ogilvie Fleet sales and marketing director Nick Hardy has been promoted to the board of parent company Ogilvie Group.

Paragon has announced new interfaces for its Fleet Controller option that enables linking of routing and scheduling software to vehicle tracking systems.

Broker Network & Countrywide has partnered with motor claims specialist and legal expenses provider Auto Legal Protection Services (ALPS) to deliver a range of products and services to its members.

Cenex, the UK’s first Centre of Excellence for low carbon vehicle technologies, has announced a partnership with Rolec EV, ahead of its annual Low Carbon Vehicle Event - LCV2013, which takes place in Millbrook on September 4 and 5, 2013.

National Windscreens has been named the sole supplier by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for all direct repair/replacement of windscreens and bodyglass requirements.

Telematics provider Masternaut is holding a driver challenge day today in association with its partners Balfour Beatty and O2.

The Mercedes-Benz Van Experience, which is now in its 10th year, enjoyed a record attendance with more than 1,800 customers turning out over two consecutive weeks in June.

Employers, especially those with staff who drive for work, are being urged to sign up now to take part in this year's national Road Safety Week, for a free action pack to help them promote life-saving messages to staff and the wider community.

One in five young drivers (17-24 year-olds) will have an accident within six months of passing their test and 1,552 young drivers were killed or seriously injured on Britain's roads in 2011 - more than 4 per day.

Notting Hill estate agency Domus Nova has reduced its fleet insurance premium by almost 50% this year thanks to its fleet management software.

The Road Haulage Association is disappointed at the refusal by the Office of Fair Trading to consider an investigation into the issue of UK oil pricing.