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Volkswagen Group confirms goals for rest of 2012
‘Although the times aren’t easy, it’s up to us to continue systematically along our chosen path – the right path. We therefore remain committed to

Ford to reshape European manufacturing operations
Ford announced its plans to end production at a major production plant in Genk, Belgium, by the end of 2014, pending the outcome of a

When will sustainable economic recovery really begin?
One current challenge is to agree what is economic growth. On the one hand it may be an improvement in GDP; or a growth in

The BMW Group targets Brazil manufacturing facility
‘We welcome the new framework for investments in Brazil, based on the recently adopted “Inovar Auto” legislation. We have submitted an investment proposal for our

Nearly 100,000 drivers detected in European police seatbelt operation
Of the final total of 97,489 detections, 3539 related to children not wearing seatbelts or other safety restraints. The remaining 93,950 offences related to adult

Volvo Car Group appoints new president & chief executive officer
'I see major opportunities for Volvo Cars to improve profitability, and accelerate our growth plan in China specifically. I am convinced that Håkan Samuelsson's thorough

All-new Hyundai i30 Tourer awarded 5* Euro NCAP safety rating
In tests carried out by Hyundai, overseen and approved by Euro NCAP, the New Generation i30 Tourer received a class-leading 90% in the "child occupant"

Rolls-Royce opens first Latin-American showroom
The new 500 square metre showroom has been designed to provide discerning clientele with a relaxing atmosphere in which to commission their motor car. The

French postpone proposed breathalyser fines
All drivers in France, including motorcyclists, are now required to carry a breathalyser kit and the €11 fine is will be applicable to all road

Big country, small show
Bentley Continental GT Speed The Russian market is a relatively small one for Bentley alongside America, China and the UK. But it could soon become

The right tool for the job
Invensys is a global technology group supplying solutions, software, services and equipment to monitor, control and automate processes in a wide range of environments and

Chevrolet delivers eighth straight quarter of record global sales
"Chevrolet is connecting with more consumers around the world thanks to the strongest product lineup in the brand's history," said Chris Perry, Chevrolet vice president

SKODA deliveries on course in September
Year on year ŠKODA’s deliveries to customers rose 3.3% to about 83,900. From January through September 2012, the brand’s sales increased by 7.9% year on

Mobility changes present new challenges, says Sofico
Sofico analysis and tracking of market trends shows that corporate mobility requirements are changing for a variety of reasons. Increased regulation and higher taxation, plus

Ford develops lighter and more fuel efficient technology for future vehicles
The carbon fibre reinforced plastic Ford Focus bonnet displayed at the Composites Europe event in Dusseldorf, Germany, is constructed from the super-strong material more usually

New Renault Clio to focus on leading low fuel consumption & CO2 emissions
The latest version of the 12 million-selling supermini has been designed with an all-new look, which marks the beginning of Renault's new design direction under

Zurich Germany chooses TomTom Business Solutions for fleet management software
Launched in Germany, the integrated service is aimed at corporate fleets and combines vehicle telematics, reporting, driver development tools and risk engineering support. TomTom

New International Standard for Road Safety Management for Employers
‘The publication of the new ISO 39001:2012 standard is a welcomed and much-needed development. ‘We are happy to see that employers in SMEs, large-sized companies

£100,000 raised for transport charity in London to Paris bike ride
The team endured an entire day of driving torrential rain, a modest number of punctures, plenty of hills, and one mechanical failure so severe that

AfMA expresses concern over EV classification in proposed changes to Green Vehicle Guide website
On 29 September 2012 the Australasian Fleet Management Association responded by submitting comments informed by the Association's Members and researched by Ken Thompson, Research and

Avis Budget Group Appoints New Group Commercial Director
Troy joins Avis Budget Group on 26 November 2012 from Kimberly-Clark where he held a series of Commercial and General Management roles including Vice-President of

Clarification: Hertz buys Thrifty
A spokesperson said: 'Dollar Thrifty Automotive Group (DTAG) has agreed to recommend a bid from Hertz to purchase the shares of DTAG. Whilst the success

Vive la France!
According to the European Automotive Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), France is the second largest vehicle manufacturing nation in Western Europe, with 29 plants in the country.

TÜV SÜD Auto Service GmbH acquires Fleet Logistics
Fleet Logistics will now work in partnership with FleetCompany, the TÜV SÜD subsidiary operating in Germany, to support over 100,000 vehicles throughout Europe and thus

Luxury Vietnamese automaker Luxgen unveils new model line up on home soil
Ever since the brand’s first presence in the 2010 Vietnam Motor Show, LUXGEN has been dedicated to the business expansions in the Vietnam market, and

Jaguar reveals highly-anticipated F-Type in Paris
The two-seater, convertible sports car represents a return to the company’s heartland, focusing on performance, agility and driver involvement. The F-TYPE is a continuation of

Hyundai targets "true fleet" sales with leasing focus
Together with colleagues from Hyundai Motor France and Hyundai Capital, President Im met with Mike Masterson, chief executive officer at ALD International, and Philippe Busmut,

Ford reveals more of its Mondeo at Paris Show
At the Paris Motor Show, the firm said the Mondeo will be available as a five-door and wagon – uniquely developed for Europe – as

Moving markets
The word ‘residual value’ is not very often mentioned in a positive context. The buyer of a new car is losing money because although he

All-new Fiesta ready to take Paris by storm with appealing updates
New Ford Fiesta customers will also be able to specify an ECOnetic Technology variant expected to deliver 87g/km CO2 emissions and return 85.6mpg. ‘Ford’s new Fiesta

LeasePlan and Avis launch European car-sharing fleet solution
The programme will initially be implemented within PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) Luxembourg and will provide more than 2,000 employees access to a fleet of vehicles for car

The right tool for the job
Invensys is a global technology group supplying solutions, software, services and equipment to monitor, control and automate processes in a wide range of environments and

Mercedes-Benz: Top spot
The ill-fated merger with Chrysler, which ended in 2007, saw Daimler take its eye off the ball with Mercedes – a situation that chairman Dieter

Ford Focus BEV
SECTOR Lower Medium PRICE TBA Is the novelty beginning to wear off? Is it only a matter of time before another new electric car generates fewer

Renault Master scoops another award in Germany
The panel of judges comprised 15 users who tested double cab and drop-side versions of light utility vehicles (less than 3.5 tonnes) in real-world conditions.

ATS Euromaster expands services into Portugal
‘Vehicle downtime can be the difference between a thriving international logistics business and a failing one, a nightmare for business car drivers, and a real

Mazda to demonstrate i-ACTIVSENSE at Paris Motor Show
“i-ACTIVSENSE” is a series of advanced safety technologies designed by Mazda to aid the driver in recognizing hazards, in avoiding collisions and reducing the severity

Audi A3
SECTOR Lower medium PRICE €22,500–€33,550 FUEL 3.8-6.6l/100km CO2 99-152g/km Audi may have a reputation for cutting-edge car styling, but it really wouldn’t have been too hard to predict

SEAT delivers two all-electric Altea XL models to Madrid City Hall
Against the backdrop of the startling Photovoltaic Pyramid in Madrid’s Juan Carlos I Park, SEAT and Volkswagen Group’s vice president for Governmental and Institutional Relations,

Week to go until new Jaguar F-TYPE unveiled in Paris
A front-engined, rear-wheel drive convertible, three models of F-TYPE will be available. Powered respectively by 340PS and 380PS versions of Jaguar’s new 3.0-litre V6 supercharged

Vauxhall and Opel inaugurate new engine plant in Szentghottard, Hungary
Orbán acknowledged the importance of the new facility for the Hungarian economy, while Sedran emphasised that the investment is an important part of Opel/Vauxhall’s product

Mercedes-Benz Citan
SECTOR Light van PRICE TBA FUEL 4.2-5.4l/100km CO2 119-130g/km Mercedes-Benz seemingly has a car model for every niche sector in the market. With the launch of

Ford Transit Custom
SECTOR Medium van PRICE from €21,900 approx FUEL 6.691lit/100km CO2 178g/km (average for range) Ford is launching its sixth generation Transit, the Transit Custom. This

Volvo launches V40 Crossover
The D2 version of the V40 Cross Country comes with CO2 emissions at a class-leading 99 g/km – so there's no road tax to pay –

Transit Custom named International Van of the Year at IAA CV Show
The Transit Custom garnered 117 out of a possible 133 points, from the jury of 24 specialist journalists, more than the combined totals of the

First Porsche Boxster rolls off production line at VW Osnabruck
Together with Winterkorn and McAllister, Boris Pistorius, Mayor of Osnabrück, Hubert Waltl, Member of the Board of Management of the Volkswagen Passenger Cars brand with

New POS solution delivers advantages for major fleet management player
The system, replacing legacy software, went live in February 2012 and covers a full portfolio of products, from contract hire to leasing and HP, all

EU new passenger car registrations tumble in August and over first eight months of year
July results were negative across countries, except in the UK where the market expanded by 9.3%, totaling 143,884 new registrations. Elsewhere, the downturn ranged from -5.0%

BMW to showcase Concept Active Tourer at Paris Motor Show
The Concept Active Tourer is a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) based on the drivetrain of the BMW i8 concept car. This combines a new transversely mounted

Kia's all new pro_cee'd hatchback to make star-studded world premiere in Paris
The sophisticated new pro_cee’d features all the improvements made to the cee’d five-door and cee’d Sportswagon, while dramatically progressing the enhanced sporty appearance that made

Automakers to showcase latest in Hydrogen fuel-cell vehicles as part of upcoming Tour
The tour will last one month, with special event stopovers in nine European cities, where interested public will be given the opportunity to experience the
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