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Test drive the latest new cars and vans at Fleet Show 2014

This winter’s driving conditions were a challenge to all drivers, especially for businesses. If you run a fleet and are keen to see what the latest crop of 4x4 off-road vehicles can offer up for next winter, you can find out on the off-road circuit at the Fleet Show 2014 . It will take place on 9 th of April at the Silverstone Circuit, Northamptonshire. It’s a great way for fleet decision makers to test the all-weather capabilities of a range of new off-road vehicles, with popular manufacturers such as Land Rover, Toyota and Kia, showcasing their latest 4x4 offerings for fleet managers to evaluate. This year’s show promises to be a unique event bringing together the whole of the fleet industry in one place, on one day. The event provides fleet decision makers with an opportunity to test drive the latest new cars and vans , alongside electric, hybrid and fuel cell vehicles, meet new fleet suppliers, learn new fleet management techniques and network with peer-group fleet professionals. ...

4x4 values rose sharply in October

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As winter nears, do you wish you had a 4x4 to tackle whatever weather Mother Nature throws at our roads? Getting your hands on one may cost a bit more this winter if you haven't already bought one. According to the latest figures from the vehicle auction company, British Car Auctions (BCA), new data from their press release this week showed that 4x4 values rose sharply in October, climbing by 16% as the first signs of winter appeared. And with long range forecasters suggesting the UK is in for a colder than average winter, 4x4 prices may continue to rise. The BCA had this to say in their release: Average 4x4 values rose to over £13,000 last month, a rise of £1,838 compared to September and well ahead of values recorded throughout the spring and summer months. Tim Naylor from BCA suggests now would be a good time to buy for anyone in the market for a 4x4, as prices may well rise further if the more severe conditions indicated by the Met Office take hold.* Naylor commented “There is ...