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Road accidents caused by aggressive driving reduced
Figures from the Department for Transport show that the number of road accidents caused by aggressive driving has fallen dramatically over the past few years.…
Fiat Panda panned as NCAP award it zero-points for safety
The 2018 facelift FIAT Panda has today been given one of the lowest ratings in Euro NCAP’s history, having failed to achieve more than 50%…
A smart alliance to improve journeys on England’s busiest motorways
Highways England has today invited companies to join a £4.5bn alliance to improve motorway journeys and continue work to connect the country, to deliver the…
Autosmart franchisee chooses striking Range T
Autosmart franchisee for Scarborough and its surrounding areas, Paul Daley-Smith, has taken delivery of a striking Renault Trucks Range T380 4×2 rigid. Supplied by Thompson…
Government launches Rental Vehicle Security Scheme
The Department for Transport has today launched a Rental Vehicle Security Scheme which aims to increase counter-terrorism awareness and preparedness across the sector and mitigate…
Volvo Trucks’ new engine improvements offer fuel savings
Volvo Trucks are upgrading its D11 and D13 diesel engines for its FH, FM and FMX models to meet the new Euro-6 Step D regulation…
Deck the halls…with deliveries
Transport networks can be fraught at the best of time but with Christmas fast approaching, ensuring that supplies, deliveries and other commitments are fulfilled will…
Eddie Stobart secures contract with Tarmac
Leading supply chain, transport and logistics company, Eddie Stobart has been awarded a five-year contract by Tarmac, the UK’s leading sustainable building materials and construction…
Volvo Car UK recommends Volvo-standard windscreen repairs to maintain vehicle safety standards
Volvo Car UK strongly recommends that all repairs on Volvo vehicles are performed by Volvo-trained technicians using only Volvo Genuine Parts according to Volvo methods.…
Europcar adds 300 versatile Volvo V60s to its UK fleet
Europcar has added the new Volvo V60 to its UK fleet of Model Choice[i] vehicles, giving business and leisure travellers access to the latest automotive…
Watson Fuels partners with Esso on premium grade diesel
Watson Fuels has partnered with Esso to announce a distribution agreement for premium grade diesel fuel – Esso Diesel Efficient™. The advanced fuel formulation has…
90% of the UK public would support breathalysers being installed in cars to prevent drink driving
The UK’s biggest online garage and car repair marketplace has revealed that 90% of drivers would support a breathalyser installed in cars to prevent drink…
£8 million funding scheme for customs intermediaries and traders open
Customs intermediaries and traders completing customs declarations can now apply for grants to support training and IT under a £8 million investment from government, as…
The Motor Ombudsman urges car buyers to do their research during the festive season
The festive season is a period when consumers splash out on presents for friends and family, and a time when some look to treat themselves…
Dacia number one car manufacturer for brand advocacy 2018
Confirming its incredible popularity among owners, Dacia has been revealed as the UK’s top car manufacturer for brand advocacy, in a list compiled by YouGov…
Electrifying a wide audience: Volkswagen ID. R Crowned “Race Car of the Year” twice
Wolfsburg (Germany) – Breath-taking all-time record at the legendary hill climb on Pikes Peak with a pioneering, fully-electric drivetrain and a spectacular look – the…