The Ford S-Max has been voted European Car of the Year 2007.
The sporty seven-seater was launched last June. Prices range from L16,995 to L21,995.
Ford’s Transit also won the International Van
Volvo is launching an all-new version of its V70 estate car.
It will be available from September this year.
The new V70 promises more refinement, a more luxurious interior, and more versatility.
There
The running costs of cars and vans has risen markedly.
The average price of petrol has risen 3.5 pence per litre
The Honda Jazz is the most reliable new car says the Consumers
The new Audi A5 coupe range now has extended choice.
There is now a 3.2-litre FSI V6 model.
And a 2.7-litre TDI turbo diesel model.
Both are only available with Audi
National Car Rental has launched more4less.
More4less is an international travel package.
It provides small businesses with deals enjoyed by bigger businesses.
And access to National
The Pre Budget Report has pushed up the taxes on business car motoring.
From next April the taxable benefit for receiving ‘free fuel’ goes up.
The tax arises when a business
Small business owners are some of the worst culprits for running cars with damaged tyres.
A recent survey found 70% of cars used for business had tyre problems.
The survey on 6000
The new four-seater Ford Focus Coup
Provecta has launched ‘Footprint’ to help businesses manage their fleet
Auction company BCA is re-opening for business in Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire.
This follows the temporary closure for repair and refurbishment as a result of severe flood damage last year.
The auction centre will
Small businesses can now make more environmentally-informed choices for daily rental requirements.
National Car Rental is introducing emissions data to its car group descriptions to reflect the average CO2 of vehicles.
The
Audi makes the most secure cars. Official
Audi has won the manufacturer award in the 2008 British International Car Security Awards. It is the third consecutive time that Audi has claimed
It has just become easier for businesses in and around London to beat the congestion charge: by hiring a Toyota Prius from Europcar.
The hybrid Prius is exempt from London’s congestion
Ford is expanding the Focus range.
A new Zetec S model adds sportier styling to Focus hatchback.
Costing L750 more than the Focus Zetec model, the Zetec S features sports body styling;
Mercedes-Benz World has launched a dedicated driver training course for businesses.
It is designed to improve individual
Car auction business, BCA, has upgraded its online Auction View pricing service.
The online Auction View now includes seven-day auction values. These are displayed alongside the existing rolling 30-day composite prices.
The
Cold weather and cost cutting could lead to record number of stranded drivers says the Environmental Transport Association (ETA).
However regularly servicing at a certified garage can help prevent breakdowns, says
Travelodge is launching a new Business Account Card.
The budget hotel chain is aiming to increase its appeal to businesses as firms seek to cut their travel expenses.
Travelodge says its
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