The British Vehicle Rental and Leasing Association (BVRLA) has today announced a new version of its risk management software, RISC.

Ford has won a tender to supply Thames Water with around 900 new vans over the next three years.

Schneider Electric has announced an exclusive five-year partnership with Hitachi Capital Vehicle Solutions to provide electric vehicle charging solutions.

The value of used car sales in 2014 reached £45.1 billion – a year-on-year increase of 5.6% and an all-time high, reports the BCA Used Car Market Report.

Nissan has revealed the Leaf 30 kWh - an updated Nissan Leaf that gives drivers 155 miles of motoring range.

Alphabet has been awarded the Investors in People Silver standard, which recognises its commitment to realising the full potential of its people.

Glasgow-based finance broker First Vehicle Leasing has appointed a Canadian husband and wife to its sales team.

Companies that outsource their fleet operations are at risk of not adhering to best practices unless they have sufficient knowledge in-house, according to Jaama.

The European Parliament has reiterated calls for a pan-European target to cut serious road injuries.

Southampton City Council has cut more than 10% off the annual tyre bill for its 460-strong fleet after a move to Michelin extended replacement intervals.

Volvo has launched a new function which makes it possible to disengage and raise the second drive axle.

Hyundai Motor UK has appointed Val Geary as rental and Motability manager.

Fleetio has launched a new product with global telematics provider Geotab which will offer automated odometer updates and fuel location exception reporting.

The Low Carbon Vehicle Partnership (LowCVP) has announced the Low Carbon Champions for 2014-15 at a dinner held in association with Cenex in Milton Keynes.

Toyota's fourth-generation Prius has been shown, ahead of release at this month's Frankfurt motor show.

Investment in skills and opportunity for the future is the driving force behind a new apprentice patrol academy being launched by the RAC.

Renault has released first pictures of the new Megane C-segment hatchback ahead of its Frankfurt motor show debut.

Residual value is a key influencer of a vehicle’s whole life cost and while age and mileage are traditionally considered critical, usage is even more impactful.

B&Q will be implementing a new fleet performance and journey management solution, from telematics provider Microlise.

BT Fleet has announced a new multi-million pound agreement with the AA, which will take its partnership into 2020.

David Blackmore, Fleet Alliance commercial director, will be running, kayaking and cycling 168 miles in three days for charity.

While values fell back in August as each sector recorded a small decline compared to July, it was another steady month for the wholesale used car market.

Driving down emissions by almost 5% since 2013, Pendragon Vehicle Management continues to improve the impact of its fleet.

Ford has announced plans to expand its line-up and increase sales in the fast-growing SUV segment in Europe.

Automotive LPG supplier Autogas has asked TfL to consider LPG options in new licensing proposals for taxis and private hire vehicles (PHVs).

Companies are being urged to consider the risks that employees face while driving to and from work, as a result of new research commissioned by AA DriveTech.

Connected vehicle company Tantalum Corporation has been ranked 14th in the 2015 Sunday Times Hiscox Tech Track 100.

Britain’s biggest fleets are operating more than a quarter of a million vans, up almost 3% year-on-year, according to Fleet200 research published by Fleet News.

A study undertaken by AXA UK has suggested that there would be business and consumer advantages in adopting driverless haulage and logistics vehicles.

Lane-hogging on Britain’s motorway network annoys motorists the most, with more than half (50.8%) putting it as their number one pet hate.