Visitors to Commercial Fleet Van and Truck were keen to talk to fleet management software providers about how the latest technology could ease their administrative burden.

A concrete and aggregate supplier has been refused permission to operate commercial vehicles after one of its directors said he would rather take the risk of operating illegally.

CD Auction Group has announced the appointment of Graham Howes as its new commercial director.

Suzuki has updated its S-Cross crossover model, with more distinctive and upright front end styling.

Renault-Nissan Alliance and Microsoft Corp have signed a global, multi-year agreement to partner on next-generation technologies to advance connected driving.

Automotive data specialist Cap HPI is launching its global business at the Paris motor show this week.

MAN Truck and Bus has announced Matt Squires will lead used vehicle operations, as he takes on the role of head of TopUsed.

Young male drivers are over three times more likely to get distracted by using a handheld mobile phone behind the wheel, according to research by Motors.co.uk.

BCA is supporting its expansion plans in Europe with the appointment of Bertrand de Techtermann into the new role of European operations director.

Allstar has partnered with Keyfuels to exhibit at next month's Fleet Management Live event.

The daily commute is still regarded as wasted time for nearly a third of professionals, according to a survey from Regus.

The M606 has been named the slowest motorway in the UK, with an average speed of 24.62mph, according to RAM Tracking.

Kia is to update the Soul crossover range, with design tweaks and a new turbo petrol engine.

Kia has announced details of a range of upgrades to the Kia Carens MPV, on sale from late 2016.

Glasgow-based McGhee’s Bakery has added two Sprinter chassis cabs to its fleet of Mercedes-Benz vans.

SHB has opened its largest depot in the UK as part of the vehicle hire and management company’s expansion programme.

Newcastle City Council has ordered 81 Vauxhall Movano and 24 Combo vans to update its property maintenance fleet.

Collision investigation from an overtaking driver that damaged two vans was simplified by dashcam footage from a commercial vehicle.

BP Fuel Cards is to host a free webinar aimed at helping fleets control fuel consumption and costs.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car has opened a new branch in Bicester creating six new jobs.

Cyclists urged to hang back from lorries to cut the number of crashes and improve cycling safety.

Eight out of 10 drivers think that removal of hard-shoulders on so-called ‘smart’ motorways has made them more dangerous, according to an AA Populus poll.

Fleet decision-makers are increasingly being urged to focus on “business mobility” and the overall cost of journeys and not simply the cost of vehicles.

Leasing and fleet management specialist Fleet Alliance has extended its car policy to provide staff with a greater choice of ultra low emission vehicles.

B2B tailor-made fleet management solutions specialist Ubeeqo is to exhibit at Fleet Management Live following a ground-breaking 2016.

Fleet Assist has strengthened its technical authorisation team to meet growing demand for its services from major contract hire and leasing companies.

Midlothian Council and NHS Lothian have taken delivery of three all-electric Nissan e-NV200 vans.

Courtesy car lease provider Circle Leasing has made its Vehicle Hire app available for use on iOS as well as Android devices.

Executives at a Japanese car firm believe the format of a popular TV programme will lead to a 50% growth in its business with UK fleets next year.