Latest Jun 1-7

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  09 Jun 20

  EVs set to receive boost in government car scrappage plan
  
  The government is believed to be planning a new car scrappage scheme to boost EV take-up and the economy, according to reports.
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  08 Jun 20

  Government Bounce Back Loan scheme keeps up used car and van demand
  
  The Government's Bounce Back loans are allowing used car and van dealers to buy new stock, keeping up demand, says Shoreham Vehicle Auctions.
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  08 Jun 20

  Orders open for electric Fiat 500 hatchback
  
  Reservations open today for the fully-electric version of the Fiat 500 hatchback. The convertible version was launched in March. 
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  08 Jun 20

  Ford Fiesta updated with Puma's mild-hybrid engines
  
  The Ford Fiesta is now also available with two mild hybrid engines previously seen on the Puma small SUV. It also gains a more efficient automatic gea...
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  05 Jun 20

  Facelifted Jeep Compass brings new petrol engine, hybrids and dual-clutch gearbox
  
  Jeep has announced a facelifted version of its Compass medium SUV. It gets a new 1.3-litre petrol engine, an automatic option on front-wheel drive models and upgraded infotainment.
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  05 Jun 20

  Fuel prices fall even further in May, but rise may be imminent
  
  The price of petrol fell by a further 2.1p per litre in May, while diesel fell by 2.7p, but with global lockdowns easing, the low prices may not last ...
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  05 Jun 20

  Industry bodies provide Covid guidance for remarketing
  
  The Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA), together with three other leasing and remarketing associations, has published guidance on how vehicles can be remarketed safely while Covid-19 is still a threat.
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  04 Jun 20

  SMR demand back to 60% of pre-coronavirus levels
  
  Demand for SMR (service, maintenance and repair) from fleets is back up to 60% of pre-coronavirus levels, fleet ecommerce provider Epyx is finding.
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  04 Jun 20

  Audi launches A6 plug-in hybrid
  
  Audi has added a plug-in hybrid version to the A6 executive saloon range. The new A6 50 TFSI e hopes to charm company car drivers with its 10% BIK rate.
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  04 Jun 20

  Car registrations down 89% in May compared to last year
  
  The SMMT's latest figures show that car sales picked up slightly in May, even if the overall numbers are still dire. With showrooms in England reopening in June, next month's figures will be key.
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  03 Jun 20

  Facelifted Hyundai Santa Fe introduces new platform and hybrid power
  
  Hyundai has presented a major update to its large SUV, the Santa Fe. Available from September, it will feature hybrid tech and a new platform shared with the Kia Sorento.
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  03 Jun 20

  Refreshed Kia Picanto gets simplified engine line-up and new gearbox
  
  Kia has facelifted its Picanto city car with subtle styling updates, refreshed 1.0-litre engines and a new automated manual gearbox.
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  03 Jun 20

  BMW reveals 4 Series coupe with bold new design
  
  BMW has presented the coupe version of the 3 Series saloon, the 4 Series. It shares most of its technical specification with the saloon, but features a very different design.
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  02 Jun 20

  Police forces record worst speeding offences during lockdown
  
  20 police forces across the UK have caught speeders at over 100mph during lockdown, the RAC found as part of a FOI request
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  02 Jun 20

  Ebbon-Dacs sets its sights on European fleet market
  
  Provider of fleet, leasing and contract hire technology, Ebbon-Dacs, is launching the Ebbon Group to expand to other European markets.
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  02 Jun 20

  Citroën prices facelifted C3 from £16,280
  
  The facelifted Citroën C3 supermini goes on sale from this week, costing from £16,280 (on the road) for the 83hp petrol model with the Feel equipment ...
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  01 Jun 20

  Prices and details announced for mild hybrid Suzukis
  
  Suzuki has announced pricing and specifications for the Swift Sport and S-Cross hatchbacks and Vitara SUV.
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  01 Jun 20

  Driving School calls for clarity on reopening driver education
  
  RED Driving school is asking the Government and DVSA to provide clarity on how driving instructors might safely resume work.
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  01 Jun 20

  Ford expands Puma range with automatic gearbox and entry-level engine
  
  The Puma, Ford's small SUV, is now also available with an automatic gearbox, a 125hp non-hybrid engine option and a new range-topping equipment grade.