Vehicle news - Page 48

Robert Muller has been appointed network operations director at Mercedes-Benz UK with effect from September 1, 2013.

Mercedes-Benz has taken the wraps of the new GLA, a compact SUV model which will make its public debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

Ford has announced a new ultra-efficient version of the Focus 1.0-litre EcoBoost which will be the first petrol-powered family car in Europe to offer 99g/km CO2 emissions.

Honda has taken the wraps off the new British built Civic Tourer ahead of its official unveiling at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September.

Infiniti will stage the world premiere of its Q30 Concept at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September. The production version of the car will be the first compact Infiniti model and will be targeting drivers of cars such as the Audi A3, BMW 1 Series and Mercedes-Benz A-Class.

Mazda is offering fleets free sat-nav on Mazda6 models for the rest of the year.

Hyundai has published the first pictures of its new i10, which will be seen in public for the first time at the Frankfurt Motor Show.

The new Nissan LEAF has become the first 100% electric vehicle to join the Motability scheme.

Volvo has awarded Paragon a contract to manage its press and events fleet, its company vehicles, short-term fleets and used car programme.

Kia achieved a record sales performance in July with 6,027 vehicles delivered to customers – up from 5,593 in 2012.