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AkzoNobel backs humanitarian challenge

AkzoNobel is backing two adventurers in a Peugeot 205 to deliver medical aid to the elderly and educational supplies to the young in remote villages in the north-east of Morocco […]

RAC commences diagnostics roll out

The RAC has begun equipping all of its 1,500 patrols with state-of-the-art battery testers which will enable them to carry out full roadside diagnostic checks. Breakdowns involving batteries are the […]

Mobile use doubles claims frequency

Wunelli has revealed that hand held mobile phone usage at the wheel almost doubles claims frequencies for insurers. Analysis of the driving behaviour of more than 4,300 motorists over a […]

AW recognises loyal employees

Loyal employees at AW Repair Group have been congratulated for clocking up more than 142 years’ service. Team members who have been with the company for more than 10 years […]

IFB supports SRA warning notice

The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) has welcomed the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) issued guidance in relation to the potentially unethical actions of some firms handling personal injury claims. The warning […]

Overseas car theft ring thwarted

A first in the battle against ‘car key burglary’ has seen over a million pounds worth of high-value vehicles returned to the UK from Uganda after being stolen in London […]

Kwik Fit expands to Italy

The Kwik Fit Group has agreed a partnership which will see 200 Kwik Fit centres open in Italy over the next decade. The UK’s largest automotive repair and servicing company, […]

Traffic halts travel plans

A survey by OSV Ltd has revealed that motorists are being put off travelling over the Easter period with many choosing to avoid driving altogether. Almost 50% of British drivers […]

New appointment for Dawsonrentals

Dawsonrentals vans has strengthened its sales team at its Doncaster depot with the appointment of a new sales executive, Ellie Wade. In her new role at Dawsonrentals vans, Ellie will […]

Automated driving rules change

The United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE) has paved the way for automated driving by updating UN international convention. A major regulatory milestone towards the deployment of automated vehicle […]

A bumpy road ahead

Research has found that it would take £11.8bn and 14 years to get roads in England and Wales back to decent condition. However, a lack of funding means roads are […]

Leaseplan acquired by LP Group BV

A consortium of investors – LP Group BV – has acquired LeasePlan from Global Mobility Holding BV, a joint venture of Volkswagen Aktiengesellschaft and Fleet Investments BV. LP Group BV […]