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The Society for Motor Manufacturers and Traders has announced a 10.6% rise in new car registrations, the best half-year total since 2005.

Volvo Cars has joined the Open Automotive Alliance to make the Android smartphone platform available to drivers through its new user interface.

Ford has revealed the production version of the Edge SUV that will go on sale in Europe in 2015.

Toyota has revealed the exterior design of its hydrogen-powered Fuel Cell Sedan, following the car’s appearance in concept form at motor shows since October 2013.

Peugeot plans to halve the number of models in its line-up, from 26 to 13, over the next few years as part of a new strategy to move the brand upmarket and focus on profitable channels.

Birmingham City Council has launched a six-month trial of the Nissan Leaf to widen its fleet of ‘green’ vehicles.

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

Mini is seeking to boost its share of the small car market in the fleet sector with the first five-door version of the Mini hatchback, which is now available to order.

May's registration figures mark the longest ever period of sustained growth in the new car market.

Mini has confirmed a five-door version of its hatchback model will go on sale later this year.