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No exceptions for 12-point ban, say motorists.

British motorists have condemned the government's approach to enforcing driving bans, research suggests.

Honda 'excited' for 2012 Civic launch.

The new Honda Civic will reach showrooms this week, with motorists getting the chance to test drive a new model from tomorrow (February 1st).

Supply of used vans falling.

British Car Auctions has warned that the business sector could be hit by a dwindling supply of quality used vans.

Volkswagen Transporter T5 named Used Van of the Year.

The Volkswagen Transporter T5 has been named Used Van of the Year by vehicle pricing experts CAP.

Drivers urged to consider winter tyres.

As temperatures across Britain drop, a major tyre retailer is urging motorists to consider investing in some winter tyres.

Alfa launches 'myth-busting' ad campaign.

Alfa Romeo is looking to persuade UK drivers to give the brand's new models a try.

Extension of Plug-in Grant to vans is 'good news'.

The government's decision to extend the Plug-In Grant to vans is "good news" for fleet operators, according to one expert.

Vans 'vital' for certain courier businesses.

Small business owners operating a courier service will look more professional to prospective clients by investing in a van.

CAP warns van owners over Euro 5 rules.

Van pricing expert CAP has warned that new emissions regulation could spell unforeseen costs for operators.

Charity looking at van insurance claims after theft.

A charity in Flintshire will be making claims on its van insurance after thieves hit their offices.

Peugeot expects to make progress in van market.

Peugeot expects a number of UK fleet managers to be updating their van insurance policies in 2012.

Councils to use 'lane rental' to reduce roadworks disruption.

New legislation could significantly reduce the disruption caused by roadworks during rush hour.

Audi A3 receives top BusinessCar award.

Fleet managers looking for luxury vehicles to add to their car insurance policies may want to take a look at the Audi A3.

Legal case highlights need for continuous van insurance.

The importance of having van insurance in place at all times has been highlighted by a legal case in Buxton.

Fiat 500 proves popular with business users.

The popularity of the Fiat 500 continues to endure, as it has been named the 2012 BusinessCar City Car of the Year.

GreenRoad joins scheme to improve van efficiency and safety.

The movement to improve standards in the growing UK van sector has another supporter in the shape of GreenRoad.

Citroen Berlingo takes top van award.

The Citroen Berlingo has been named the Best Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) of 2012 by the Institute of Transport Management.

Mercedes financing helping to push van sales.

Mercedes is celebrating success in the commercial vehicles market, having doubled the number of vans and trucks bought with finance in the last two years.

Vauxhall hails dominant van production figures.

Vauxhall is celebrating strong sales performance for its commercial vehicles in 2011.

Trust the priority issue when choosing a garage.

Trust is the most important issue when it comes to selecting a garage to repair a car, according to research.

Farmer told to pay van insurance excess after vehicle attack.

A farmer has been ordered to pay the van insurance costs to the owner of a Ford Transit that he attacked with an iron bar.

No car insurance claim for Graham Norton, as Tracker finds his Lexus.

TV personality Graham Norton will not be needing to make a claim on his car insurance policy after his stolen Lexus hybrid 4x4 was recovered using a Tracker system.

Police pledge to track down car hijackers.

Police in Belfast have promised to track down the car hijackers responsible for a dozen crimes over the last two weeks.

Citroen Berlingo looking to reduce fuel emissions.

The new Citroen Berlingo could prove to be a good option for Londoners looking to add a new vehicle to their van insurance policy.

Govt incentive knocks 20% off the price of electric vans.

Motorists looking to switch their van insurance policies to a new vehicle are to be given an extra incentive to go electric.

Oldham named as car insurance blackspot.

Oldham has been named as one of the dearest places in the country to get your car insured.

Police issue security warning to car owners.

Police in Cheshire are urging car insurance policyholders and other motorists to help tackle crimes associated with the weather, the Winsford Guardian has reported.

Brits wasting days of their lives in traffic jams.

The stress and frustration of a traffic jam continues to be a daily problem for many UK motorists, according to research from leading tyre manufacturer Continental.

Leasing vans 'eases cost burden on small firms'.

Small companies can really benefit from leasing rather than buying vans needed for the business, it is claimed.

Pothole-ridden street in East Grinstead named worst in UK.

Potholes are a huge problem at this time of year for motorists across the country.

Worcester Council creates online resource to report pothole problems.

Worcestershire County Council has urged motorists who have been confronted by potentially dangerous potholes to come forward and report their concerns.

Council seeks solution to pothole problem.

A car park in Coverack has seen its surface badly damaged by heavy lorries having to constantly turn around.

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter owners facing van insurance claims.

A number of motorists in Bolton will be making claims on their van insurance, after a spate of recent parts thefts in the area.

Highland Council reveals new approach to pothole problem.

Highland Council has confirmed that due to a lack of money, only potholes deemed a priority will be fixed.

Drivers 'still recognise importance of keeping vehicles well maintained'.

Despite ongoing economic troubles, drivers in the UK still recognise the importance of keeping their vehicles well maintained.

FTA pledges to promote transport initiatives.

Theo de Pencier, the chief executive of the Freight Transport Association (FTA), has signed an agreement with the Highways Agency to establish a platform for effective co-operation and understanding between the parties.

Transport Committee back claims of car insurance providers.

The Transport Committee's review of the British car insurance sector has agreed that an excess of personal injury claims is increasing premiums for motorists.

Commercial Vehicles Show 2012 expands.

Anyone looking to add a new vehicle to their van insurance policy might want to think about registering online for free tickets to the 2012 Commercial Vehicle Show.

Bosch produces landmark start/stop starter.

Bosch has confirmed that it has produced its five millionth start/stop starter in Hildesheim, even though it only started producing the fuel-saving technology in 2007.

North Lincolnshire Council reveals cost of pothole problem.

Since 2009, North Lincolnshire Council has spent more than £2.5 million on repairing potholes in the region, car insurance policyholders will be interested to learn.

Staffordshire County Council seeks to combat pothole problem.

Staffordshire County Council has ordered an investigation into a troublesome pothole on a main busy road in Burton, which is likely to have damaged the cars of some car insurance policyholders.

IAM: Driver training leads to fewer accidents and cheaper car insurance.

A leading motoring group is calling for young drivers to take extra training to reduce their chances of a crash and earn cheaper car insurance.

Van insurance policies get Ford updates as UK sales grow.

A number of van insurance policies will have been updated with new Ford vehicles in 2011, as the company reveals another strong set of sales figures.

Black Isle urged to adopt new approach to tackle pothole crisis.

Car insurance policyholders and others will be keen to learn that drivers in Black Isle, Scotland, have been urged to adopt a novel approach to tackle the persistent problem of pothole damage, the Ross-Journal has reported.

Northern Ireland sees fall in car registration sales.

New figures have revealed that car registration sales in Northern Ireland declined by 11.7 per cent in 2011, reaching 47,229 vehicles, car insurance policyholders may wish to know.

Uniroyal RainExpert awarded best buy status by Which?

The Uniroyal RainExpert has been granted best buy status by Which? Car in its November 2011 edition, car insurance policyholders may be keen to learn.

East Ayrshire Council pays thousands to motorists for pothole damage.

East Ayrshire Council has confirmed that it paid out more than £38,000 to motorists in the area whose cars were damaged by potholes since 2006, car insurance policyholders and other road users will be interested to learn.

MOT changes will mean more car insurance claims, drivers suggest.

Motorists fear that proposed changes to the MOT testing system will lead to an increase in the number of car insurance claims made due to accidents.

IAM: Drive smarter to save fuel.

Drivers have been offered some tips on how they can make some serious savings on fuel costs.

Peugeot's 207 becomes the new 208.

Peugeot enthusiasts will no doubt be considering an update to their car insurance policies as the French manufacturer unveils its new 208.

Strong Volkswagen sales prompt car insurance updates.

A large number of car insurance policies will have been switched to Volkswagen models in 2011, as the company announces it achieved record sales figures for the last 12 months.

Neglecting home rescue cover can be a false economy.

More than a million British motorists could soon find themselves with an unexpected breakdown bill of around £100 this year.

Michelin takes Which? award for winter tyres.

Leading consumer group Which? has selected two Michelin models as its Best Buys for winter tyres.

DfT admits pothole uncertainty.

Drivers have been offered some tips on how to reduce the chance of having to make a car insurance claim, due to damage caused during windy weather.

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