British Gas has decided to replace the design of their van fleet as a way to create a modern and uniform brand.

The company hopes that the new fleet of 4,000 bright cyan vans will ensure that customers have a clear brand image in their minds and come to see the company as progressive, modern and innovative.

The gas supplier also hopes that by having one van model for all British Gas workers that they will be able to create the appearance of a uniformed and united workforce.

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Citroën, the French car manufacturer, have recently revealed the long-awaited details about the new C4 model.

The second-generation Citroen C4 will be longer, wider and slightly higher which will give more leg and head room than the former model. These size increases and the fact that the car is only available as a five door will make it the largest in its class.

This news comes after almost 7 years with the previous model, which is perhaps why the company decided it was time for a new model.

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CO2Sense reveals plans to install 700 charging points throughout Leeds, Sheffield, York, Hull and other parts of Yorkshire.

It is the group’s intention that this network will encourage more drivers to switch to electric cars, as the network will make charging your vehicle much easier.

CO2Sense is part of the regional development agency Yorkshire Forward, which promotes new technology and development projects in the area.

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A report has been published that clearly outlines the benefits of using low-carbon vehicles. As a result, large scale companies are set to make substantial savings by switching to eco-friendly vehicles.

The report gives clear statistics about possible savings that large scale companies could make and how leasing low-carbon vehicles could increase the efficiency of their business.

It was researched by Ricardo a leading authority on low-carbon vehicles and was created in conjunction with the UK government-supported Technology Strategy Board.

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Advice has been given by the Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) that suggests that drivers should take extra care and adapt their driving for the increasingly demanding conditions of modern roads.

The IAM is specifically concerned about the increasing number of drivers that are making our roads over-crowded and more hazardous.

To promote their concerns the organisation is using the 75th anniversary of the first driving test to promote the importance of road safety.

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A recent search engine poll has revealed that the VW Golf remains the most popular choice for car leasing users.

This achievement means that the VW model has remained on the top spot amongst car leasers throughout 2008 and 2009 and the model is now the current leader for 2010.

In fact, Volkswagen‘s other models are also popular choices as they make up six out of the top ten most searched for models.

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After leaving university a car can become a priority for many new graduates after moving off campus. However, the road to your first car can be a daunting process.

Making that transition from study to work may also make you anxious about parting with what little cash you have. So for those graduates who recognize this situation, here are a few pointers to ensure you get the right vehicle for your personal circumstances.

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The Japanese car manufacturer, Mazda, has recently revealed that its Mazda3 has become a market leader for the competitive company car leasing market.

A representative from Mazda has suggested that these increased leasing figures may be due to Mazda’s award-winning designs and their high-level specification, that out-perform rival vehicles of the same class.

Peter Allibon, remarketing director for Mazda UK, said, “We are winning significant conquest business with Mazda3 as company’s switch from other brands.â€�

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Nokia has recently designed and released new Smartphone technology that is set to become a market leader for phone to car synchronisation.

The new technology will enable drivers to play music, have conference calls and there will also be specially created features for car enthusiasts.

The popular phone manufacturer was aided in this project by the Consumer Electronics for Automotive group, in order to get the best design for car users.

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In a recent award ceremony held at the Royal Automobile Club, in Pall Mall, the Peugeot RCZ Sports Coupe was awarded the ‘Design of the Year’ car award.

With such a prominent award the model’s popularity is expected to be affected and its leasing figures to increase, as well as increasing the popularity of Peugeot in general.

The awards were actually sponsored by Auto Windscreens and judged by a panel car experts.

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