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Toyota has developed a bespoke police patrol car based on the Corolla Touring Sports, in partnership with Derbyshire Police.

McCarron Coates says that the cost of vehicle repairs is now outweighing those of personal injury claims for the first time in many years.

A class action law suit seeking compensation from major European truck manufacturers for price fixing has reached 125 members.

The Government will tighten the rules on the use of mobile phones making it illegal to use a hand-held device under virtually any circumstance while driving.

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New HGV registrations declined by 8.4% in the third quarter of 2021, according to new figures released by the SMMT.

Cazoo has agreed a long-term deal with Ogilvie Fleet, including the disposal of more than 18,000 vehicles at the end of their contract.

Innovate UK has awarded £335,000 to Bonnet, EDF, DG Cities and Devon County Council to help improve the charging of EVs in rural locations.

The research from Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles suggests that, on average, 45% of vans between 3.0-3.5 tonnes fail their MOT every year.

Volkswagen has revealed a facelifted version of its T-Roc SUV and cabriolet, featuring an upgraded interior, refreshed styling and enhanced technology.

Hyundai and Kia have showcased a pair of premium electric SUV concepts at the LA motor show, suggesting that the two brands could be set to launch a Range Rover rival in the coming years.

Amazon has signed a deal with Iveco to take on 1,064 gas-powered S-Way trucks, to support its European logistics operations.

Drivers will benefit from competition on pricing for electric vehicle charging at motorway services after exclusive agreements ruled out.

Volta Trucks has started production of the first road-going prototype Volta Zero vehicle at a bespoke facility in Coventry, UK.  

REE Automotive has revealed its autonomous concept vehicle based on a brand new ultra-modular EV platform design.

HYVIA has revealed two hydrogen-fuelled prototype vehicles based on the Renault Master.

Sapphire Vehicle Services has doubled its offering to operators, with the opening of the second in a national network of all-makes workshops.

Bryn Brooker, Nextbase’s head of road safety, has been recognised as an official Road Safety Hero by Brake as part of Road Safety Week.

Drivers of Audi e-tron models manufactured between 2019 and 2020 can unlock an additional 12 miles of range with a free software update.

Abbey Logistics is rolling out a new fleet maintenance system from Freeway Fleet Systems to help improve vehicle reliability and utilisation.

The ‘super centre’ in East Anglia is part of a major expansion programme to meet continued and growing demand from its insurer, fleet and dealer customers.

The mass adoption of electric light commercial vehicles (eLCVs) is being put at risk by sceptics determined to cling on to their ICE vans, says FleetCheck.

Enterprise creates almost 2,000 graduate opportunities and FMG launches apprenticeship programme.

Equans has launched a combined at-home and on the road billing solution for fleets thanks to a new partnership with Mina.

Bridge strikes cost Network Rail more than £5.5 million in delay and cancellation fees in 2020/21.

Innovation in the sector was highlighted at the annual Leasing Broker Federation Awards, despite the impact of Covid and supply issues.

Significant challenges are being created for single vehicle deliveries by electric vehicles (EVs), according to DMN Logistics.