Vans registrations make bright start in 2013

Van registrations grew by 11.9% to 16,049 units in January, compared to 14,338 units a year ago, according to figures released by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

The independent body that monitors the Met Police is looking at how the force could better procure its vehicles and manage its fleet.

Car rental companies, bodyshops and automotive dealerships can now take advantage of increased revenue and profit margin opportunities resulting from a new motor insurance claims model.

Niche-filling model offers a longer and taller body, and an increased wheelbase over the current 3 Series Touring and comes with a £1,300 price hike.

Paragon Software Systems is exhibiting new routing and scheduling innovations at this year’s Commercial Vehicle Show, which is being held at Birmingham’s NEC, April 9-11.

The new car market was up 11.5% to 143,643 units in January compared to the previous year, according to figures released today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).

Trakm8 has launched a feature update to its EcoN fuel saver product that provides feedback to the driver and fleet operator on the driving behaviour in their vehicles.

TRL, the UK’s Transport Research Laboratory, is running a research project to find out more about fleet management.

The BVRLA wants the fleet industry make even greater strides in reducing carbon by using more plug-in cars and vans.

Scottish-based TOM Vehicle Rental is expanding its rental operations with a move into the north-west of England after acquiring a site in Manchester.