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Britain builds more cars in April
Research has shown that more cars were built in the UK during April when compared to the same period a year earlier. The number of British-built cars rose 9.3% year-on-year on the back of strong overseas demand, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
May 17 2012 | More from MOTORING
Fleet firms warned over catalytic converter thefts
Fleet businesses are being warned to guard against the theft of catalytic converters from company vehicles.
May 17 2012 | More from MOTORING
Motorists warned over future fuel duty
A report has warned that fuel duty could soar in the coming years as the Government tries to offset the effects of more people driving electric cars. The RAC Foundation-commissioned report said the duty could be due to rise by as much as 50% to make up the £13 billion shortfall in public finances.
May 15 2012 | More from MOTORING
Plus: Hope for General Motors' UK factory
Discussions surrounding the ongoing business at General Motors should end this week, and it's hoped that good news may be in store for the car giant's Ellesmere Port plant.
May 14 2012 | More from FLEET
Move to extend taxi licensing laws
Bicycle rickshaws and stretch limousines could be licensed under plans to improve safety on roads. Clearer rules governing the licensing of taxis and mini-cabs would be brought in, with new national minimum safety standards, the Law Commission for England and Wales, which reviews and recommends reforms of the law, said.
May 11 2012 | More from NEW CAR ANNOUNCEMENTS
Plus: Leeds to hold eco-driving seminar for fleet managers
Fleet managers have been urged to attend an essential eco-driving seminar, aimed at reducing fuel costs and emissions through safer driving. The seminar, which is being put on by a branch of the road safety charity Brake, plans to increase awareness on planning and implementing effective eco-friendly procedures.
May 10 2012 | More from FLEET
Cab deal confirmed
A new contract between Addison Lee and Ford will lead to 3,000 more Ford Galaxy minicabs being rolled out across London's streets, it can be revealed. The motor manufacturer has secured a deal with the private hire company which will last two years instead of 12 months.
May 9 2012 | More from FLEET
2p fuel price cuts
The total cost of car leasing could be lower over the weekend as Britain's three biggest supermarkets cut 2p off the cost of a litre of fuel ahead of the Bank Holiday break.
May 4 2012 | More from Car Leasing
Diesel cars only cheaper over 10,000m
Sky-high fuel prices have boosted demand for diesel vehicles of late, but a study has revealed that many diesel motorists are not driving them over long enough distances to make them more economical than petrol vehicles.
May 2 2012 | More from Car Leasing
Dangers of part worn tyres exposed
Drivers, including company car drivers who may be behind the wheel of vehicles which have been rented out on contract hire schemes, are putting their lives and the lives of other road users at risk by using part worn tyres, campaign group TyreSafe claims.
Apr 30 2012 | More from Motoring