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BMW to launch new turbocharged small engine

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The unit will be available from autumn 2011 and features the latest generation of VALVETRONIC systems together with solenoid injectors to improve efficiency and performance. The … Read More »

Frost & Sullivan to host complimentary web conference on EVs

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The event takes place on Thursday 27 January at 2pm BST. Industry analyst, Vishwas Shankar, and senior research analyst, Anjan Hemanth Kumar, will present an overview … Read More »

Hike in fuel duty hampering small firms' growth

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In the survey of more than 400 small firms, nine in 10 (89%) said the hike in fuel duty at the beginning of the year will … Read More »

Mazda to lease EVs in Japan from 2012

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The new EV is expected to have a driving range of 200 kilometres and will be leased mainly to local government bodies and fleet customers. The … Read More »

GENEVA MOTOR SHOW: Kia Picanto to feature all-new engine line-up

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The model, which will be offered in a three-door version in Europe and the UK as well as the five-door, is longer than the previous version, … Read More »

GM reports 12.2% rise in global sales

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For 2010, the carmaker delivered 8,389,769 vehicles globally, up from 2009's figure of 7,477,178. GM achieved double-digit increases in five of its top 10 markets, including … Read More »

GENEVA MOTOR SHOW: Fiat's Dodge Journey-based Freemont to debut

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The model is based on the Chrysler Dodge Journey and will be produced in the Mexican plant of Toluca, where the 500 is produced for the … Read More »

New Passat takes to the road in 50-day fleet roadshow

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Starting in Aylesbury, the 50-day roadshow will visit all four corners of the country ,giving customers a chance to see and experience the vehicle, and also … Read More »

Drivers taking dangerous evasive action to avoid potholes

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In fact, one in five drivers have even swerved towards oncoming traffic to dodge one of the estimated three million craters that are now blighting Britain’s … Read More »

Honda has high fleet hopes for low-cost hybrid

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The Jazz will be the first hybrid model in the small B-segment, priced at £15,995 – some £3,000 below the larger Toyota Auris Hybrid model. Honda … Read More »

Renault reports highest fleet growth figures for 2010

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The brand has reported a cumulative fleet car share of almost 4.8% for 2010, an increase of 2.2 points. Strong sellers included the seven-seat Grand Scenic. … Read More »

GENEVA MOTOR SHOW: Saab previews 2012 9-5 SportWagon

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Set to compete with models such as the BMW 5-Series Touring and Audi A6 Avant the model is said to bring a 'distinctive, alternative choice to … Read More »

Navistar's Shane Terblanche announced as keynote speaker at 2o11 I&E

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Mr Terblanche joined Navistar in 2002 and has served in a variety of strategic marketing and product development functions prior to serving in his current position. … Read More »

Fleet used LCV values fall 2.9% in December, says BCA

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Last month saw fleet values fall by £137 (2.9%) from £4,602 to £4,465 with nearly a full point coming off the CAP comparison, which sat at … Read More »

"Essential Guide to Grey Fleet Management" available free from Leasedrive Velo

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The essential guide looks at the background behind the rise in grey fleet; the legislative minefield to be navigated to remain on top of duty of … Read More »

Tusker appointed to provide services to NHS CPC Drive

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The newly-launched NHS CPC Drive provides a single platform that will deliver a range of fleet services available to any of the 400-plus NHS Trusts nationally. … Read More »

New Euro 5 Citroen Nemo – cleaner, greener and carries more

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At the heart of the new Nemo range is a more powerful, higher-torque, more fuel-efficient and lower-emission 1.3HDi diesel engine. All new Nemo diesel vans also … Read More »

New Lexus IS trim level comes laden with extra features

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The Advance specification builds on the standard SE trim with wide range of luxury and hi-tech features, comprising HDD satellite navigation system, rear parking camera, heated, … Read More »

December sales slump shows fragile nature of market recovery

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Total car sales for 2010 were down for three of Europe's "Big Five" markets compared to 2009: France down 0.7%, Italy down 9.2%, and Germany down … Read More »

Audi adds dual-charged 1.4 TFSI to A4 line-up

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The 1.4-litre direct injection petrol engine features a supercharger that is active from 1,500rpm along with a turbocharger that kicks in from around 3,500rpm. Audi says … Read More »

New head of commercial vehicles and business sector at Citroen

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Mr Hamill has been with Citroen for 11 years, starting as an area fleet manager before becoming commercial manager. His most recent role was as national … Read More »

AA reports biggest monthly petrol price rise in a decade

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The organisation's latest fuel price report shows that the average price of petrol jumped over the last month from 122.14p/litre to a new record of 128.27 … Read More »

Stock up now on winter tyres for 2011/12, says Kwik-Fit Fleet

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The fast-fit giant said that it has had its entire 50,000-strong allocation snapped up by corporate and retail customers, although it still has in stock around … Read More »

NAFA opens submissions for 2011 Goill Awards

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First presented in 1993, the award honours fleet management professionals for innovative ideas that have increased productivity and created bottom-line cost savings. Named after the late … Read More »

Multileasing ensures cost-efficient fleet management with new promotion

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Until 1 April 2011 Multileasing’s new “WindFall” promotion will offer a £50.00, plus VAT rebate for every order placed, paid on vehicle delivery. This can also … Read More »

ATS Euromaster adds support to 2011 CV Show

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As a direct result of the economic downturn the 2009 event was cancelled and last year a scaled-down version was held, dubbed the CV Operator Show, … Read More »

GENEVA MOTOR SHOW: Mazda to show Minagi compact crossover SUV concept

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The Minagi concept will showcase Mazda's All-new SKYACTIV technologies and a new design theme, KODO – Soul of Motion, which will be seen in Mazda's next-generation … Read More »

More than 6,600 arrested during Christmas drink and drug driving campaign

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Whilst the number of people tested dropped by 24% on last year and the number of people found to be under the influence of drink or … Read More »

Audi plans further expansion in production in 2011

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In the past year, the carmaker has increased production by 23.4% compared with 2009 to a total of 1,148,791 cars. This is the greatest number of … Read More »

Fleets urged to help war against fuel duty hike

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With the Office for Budgetary Responsibility yet to announce its forecast for inflation, it looks as though the cost of fuel is going to rise by … Read More »