ONE of the biggest chains of independent motorist shops and fitting centres has launched a new business account aimed specifically at small fleets.

Yorkshire-based Motosave is offering companies with between five and 50 vehicles the opportunity to set up a business account and save hundreds of pounds. The account gives fleets 30 days' free credit on servicing and repairs, tyres, brakes and exhaust inspections.

Terry Smith, chief executive of Motosave, which has 22 branches, said: 'This is our first move in to the fleet market and the first time we have offered business accounts.'