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CIPD survey shows workers as likely to have caring responsibilities for a partner, relative, and friend as they are for children

CIPD survey shows workers as likely to have caring responsibilities for a partner, relative, and friend as they are for children, highlighting growing demand for flexibility at work A survey of 2,000 employees by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) shows workers are as likely to have caring responsibilities for a partner, relative, and [...]

Vauxhall is number one fleet manufacturer for UK Fleet Managers

The coveted title – Fleet Manufacturer of the Year – has been awarded to Vauxhall at the 2010 Fleet News Awards held on Wednesday 17 March at London’s Grosvenor House Hotel. Fleet Manufacturer of the Year is not only one of the prestigious Headline Awards at the event, it is also one of the most [...]

Toyota Aygo Black now available to order

Order books have opened for Aygo Black, a new version of Toyota’s city car. Aygo Black comes with a choice array of sports styling features with additional Alcantara and leather upholstery, a leather-trimmed sports steering wheel, leather gear shift knob (manual models), 14-inch alloy wheels and Tempest Black metallic exterior paint finish. Powered by the Toyota [...]

IAM surges cyclists to claim their lane

The IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has urged cyclists to make themselves seen and to “claim their lane”, moving out into the middle of the lane when approaching a junction or parked cars. Duncan Pickering, IAM Cycling Development Manager, said: “There has been some debate as to whether cyclists should stick to the kerb or push [...]

One North East welcome Nissan’s latest investment

Responding to news that the Nissan LEAF will be manufactured at the company’s Sunderland plant, Margaret Fay, Chairman of One North East, said: “Margaret Fay, Chairman of One North East, said: "We are absolutely thrilled at this latest investment by Nissan at its Sunderland factory. "Today’s announcement comes almost a year to the day since [...]

80 percent of the population do not know how to tell a good mechanic from a bad one

Badly repaired cars are a leading cause of traffic accidents and pose a serious risk to the safety of individuals and families on the road. However, a recent poll shows over 80 percent of the population do not know how to tell a good mechanic from a bad one.  Today, the Automotive Technician Accreditation (ATA) scheme [...]

Comment: High Speed Rail Plan is Transport Hypocrisy

Different Rules for Road and Rail The ABD today condemned plans to spend £27 billion on a network of 250mph trains that are likely to benefit a very small percentage of the population, while the road network on which we all depend languishes in disrepair and endemic congestion. Most disturbing of all are the double standards [...]

CFC Solutions warns how crucial maintenance checks are for extended life fleets

CFC Solutions, the market leader in the supply of fleet, contract hire and workshop management solutions, is warning  companies extending their vehicles into a fifth year of operation that maintenance must be made a priority in order to ensure that their fleets are kept in a good and safe condition. This helpful advice comes at a [...]

VermillionMVT: How businesses can benefit with PDA mobile job management

VermillionMVT, the Preston based fleet management business and a leading provider of application tracking software and flexible technology solutions for businesses and individuals, is eager to explain the broad range of benefits of PDA mobile job management to those businesses that may not be familiar with such technology that offers an immediate return on investment. PDA [...]

Continued surge in student numbers enables unemployment to fall

Continued surge in student numbers enables unemployment to fall, despite fewer people in work as private sector sheds jobs, says CIPD Dr John Philpott, Chief Economic Adviser at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) comments as follows on official labour market statistics published earlier today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), which update [...]

Almost 50% agree with plans to fine drivers who leave engines running

Nearly half of people agree with plans to fine drivers who leave their engines running unnecessarily according to a new poll by Motorpoint. Some 47% of motorists surveyed by the car supermarket giant backed the move by North Lincolnshire Council to charge drivers £20 every time they leave their engine running for too long while loading [...]

IMI honour top industry achievers

The Institute of the Motor Industry (IMI) celebrated the achievements of automotive companies and individuals in the Skillmiles scheme at its Annual Dinner last week in the presence of the Institute’s Patron, HRH Prince Michael of Kent. In front of an audience of more than 340 industry executives who attended the prestigious annual event at The [...]

Honda: affected models are not sold in Europe

Honda will recall approximately 344,000 Odyssey and 68,000 Element vehicles from the 2007-2008 model years in the US to modify the Vehicle Stability AssistTM (VSA®) modulator. Honda has received customer complaints of brake pedals that feel "soft" or that gradually exhibit a pedal height that gets lower (closer to the floor) before the vehicle stops. In [...]

Too expensive to fill up! Fleet Voice

Fleet Voice Column. March 17, 2010. The 2010 Formula One Season kicked off in Bahrain and saw Spaniard Fernando Alonso take a win on his Ferrari debut. It was a mixed event for British challengers, as Lewis Hamilton made it onto the third step of the podium, however reigning world champion, Jenson Button had a frustrating [...]

Responsible young drivers can earn insurance savings

As part of its campaign to address the most at-risk drivers on our roads – young drivers – the IAM (Institute of Advanced Motorists) has provided an incentive for young drivers to be safer. IAM Surety Insurance, offered exclusively to IAM members via Adelaide Insurance, has until now been targeted at drivers aged 21 and above. [...]

Lex Autolease survey reveals company cars mean fast cash for UK businesses

Lex Autolease, the UK’s largest company car and van provider has recently commissioned a survey, in partnership with YouGov, which has highlighted the growth funds being raised through ‘sale and leaseback’ agreements with one in four (27%) financial directors intend to offload company-owned vehicles in a bid to raise more cash. The survey reveals that [...]

Lombard: Fundamentals of Salary Sacrifice need to be understood by fleets

Lombard Vehicle Management, the UK’s largest asset finance company are warning that fleets need to have a better appreciation of the fundamentals when it comes to salary sacrifice. Whist they may be flavour of the month a lack of understanding of what is involved in this type of scheme may spell problems for both employer [...]

‘Not a drop; not a drag’ campaign steps up a gear

Road safety charity Brake and Direct Line today reveal an overwhelming cry from the British public for Government action to 20curb the menace of drink and drug driving. The call comes in the same month as the findings from an inquiry on drink and drug driving by Lord Peter North for the Department for Transport are [...]

Toyota say recall programme on course

One month on from the launch of Toyota’s accelerator recall campaign, work has been completed on more than half – 90,000-plus – of the cars that have been identified as requiring attention. An even larger proportion of recalled Prius models have received adjustment to their braking software programme with 58 per cent of the affected vehicles [...]

The CIPD People Management Awards to celebrate good practice through recession in 2010

Nominations for the 2010 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development’s (CIPD) People Management Awards are now officially open. Standard categories such as Employee engagement and Organisational learning will be contested as normal, alongside The Michael Kelly Outstanding Student Award, introduced this year to recognise the contribution CIPD students make to business success. An overall winner [...]

Breakdown Services

Amplified Services Ltd

At Amplified Services Ltd (ASL) we take a professional approach to breakdown recovery, operating at the cutting edge of technology and meeting all the standards set throughout the industry. ASL provides 24 hour breakdown and accident recovery solutions, operating in London, Essex, Kent, Surrey, Hertfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire. We are equipped to repair any type of vehicle from small cars and bikes to small commercials. No repair is too small or too big for us at ASL. Our highly trained technicians will ensure that your vehicles are restored to the manufacturer's standards. We employ the latest realignment equipment and recognised repair procedures throughout the industry.

Anglian Auto Recovery Ltd

Anglian Auto Recovery Ltd offers 24 hour breakdown and accident recovery, vehicle transportation - local and long distance, for cars, motorbikes and light vans up to 4 tonne. With 17 years experience within the motor trade we offer a professional and courteous service to our customers whilst maintaining a high degree of efficiency and care to customers' vehicles and the customers themselves. Operating out of Southend-on-Sea and covering the home counties, regularly travelling into London and beyond. Taking care of your pride and joy is our business, from your family car to your classics and prestige vehicles all cars are treated with the same respect where ever they need to go.

ASW Recovery Services

Norfolk based ASW Recovery Services provide full breakdown and recovery assistance for all vehicles, from a motorcycle to a fully loaded artic. Recovery of HGV commercials, cars, vans, coaches, buses, mobile cranes & motorcycles. Also heavy winching and towing. We will do our best to see If the vehicle can be repaired, by the road side, before recovery.

Auto Matters Limited

PriorityStart! stops dead batteries. Forgot to turn off your phone, left a light on, didn't shut a door all the way, or simply a short in the electrical system - any voltage drain, PriorityStart! monitors the power left in your battery and turns off accessories at 11.9 battery volts before they drain the battery dead. There are no buttons or switches to push, no lifting the bonnet. Just turn your ignition key, press the brake pedal or turn on the headlights to start the engine and away you go. Start safely from inside your vehicle. PriorityStart! minimises the dangers, lost time and costs associated with a dead battery. Deep discharging a battery means you have already done damage to your battery, and jump starting can cause irreparable damage to your onboard computer and electrical system, possibly voiding your warranty. PriorityStart! maximises the battery life, your time and your money. Because there is no hard wiring the unit is transferable.

Autonational Rescue

Autonational Rescue were one of the very first roadside and recovery services to look after our members whether they breakdown or not! And that is because we provide national breakdown cover with a protected no claims bonus if you don't breakdown in the first year of your membership. You’re allowed one breakdown call-out in any two years – and keep your bonus! If you call us out again and we don’t arrive within one hour – you still keep your bonus! With our flexible car breakdown cover options, you can choose the level of cover that’s right for you. Autonational Rescue is now offering its all inclusive Total SuperService breakdown cover for operators of UK fleets. For full details please see our website.

Autorite (Willenhall) Ltd

Autorite workshop and recovery services in the West Midlands. Established for over 30 years, Autorite has an excellent reputation for providing the following services: Commercial vehicle workshop (24 hour), servicing, smoke testing, brake testing, MOT preparation, curtain repairs, engine/gearbox repairs. Car and van workshop: Servicing, cambelt specialist, brake/suspension, MOT, body welding, engine/gearbox repairs. Commercial vehicle and car recovery (24 Hour), truck recovery, bus and coach recovery, air cushion unit, car/van recovery, crane and winches, 16T mobile crane hire. On site workshops for cars and commercial vehicles are also available to get you back on the road in the shortest possible time.

AVRA Systems Ltd

AVRA Systems Ltd are a family run company with a wealth of experience in the recovery breakdown and repair and restoration of american / classic / custom / limousines and specialist vehicles. We are A PASS 43:2002 CERTIFIED COMPANY. We have specially fully equipped breakdown /recovery vehicles that enable us to give you our assurance of a totally damage free recovery service that is second to none. Our fully equipped workshops can cater for most vehicles including stretch limousines. We can source most spares within two to three working days if we do not have them in stock. We can, on the rare occasions that parts are not available, manufacture through our extensive contacts with highly skilled engineers and craftsmen with a wealth of expertise in this field and a proven track record. We also build, repair and modify recovery vehicles.

Battmar Recovery

Battmar Recovery offers roadside assistance and recovery for companies, private or club, offering 24 hour assistance, 365 days a year for cars, light commercials and motorbikes, with a friends & relatives message service. We are a St Helens based breakdown service which means we are central between Manchester and Liverpool, ideal for good ETA times, aiming to be with you within 30 minutes if you are within our service area of St Helens, Warrington or Wigan. Whatever the reason, you can call on us for - 24hr roadside recovery - Accident recovery - Jump starts - Pre MOT checks - Repairs - Car servicing at home, we will come out and try to fix the problem. If we cannot get you going our service includes recovery to a garage or destination of your choice.

Beeches Recovery

Beeches Recovery Birmingham has offered 24 hour car breakdown recovery services since 1979. We are based in Birmingham West Midlands and have a fleet of 12 specialist recovery vehicles. Our team of dedicated recovery professionals is prepared to assist anytime day or night 24 hours a day. We work on behalf of motoring organisations such as Britannia Rescue, Europ Assistance and Inter Partner Assistance, the local dealer network and accident repair centres. We are renowned for providing a prompt, professional and courteous service. Our technicians bear uniforms with our company logo and our fleet of recovery vehicles is in excellent mechanical and aesthetic condition. In order to comply with the breakdown organisations' exacting standards we have Quality Assurance Certification in the form of ISO 9001 and PAS 43 accreditation. We accept all major forms of payment including credit and debit cards and are VAT registered

Boleyn Recovery

Boleyn Recovery have been trading in Barking, Essex for 50 years continuously - that's 24 hours per day, 365 days per year- a testament to our service and reliability. We have a fleet of roadside assistance service vans that deal with cold morning "non starters" and major commercial roadside repairs. Car & van breakdown recovery and roadside assistance, 24 hour bus and coach recovery, serving mainly London and the south east, but we operate nationwide. The service vans are backed up by our 24 hour control centre, that direct our technicians to the incident with " turbo dispatch" and the latest traffic information received form live cctv feeds around the south east. Our various satellite locations allow us to quickly respond to multiple commercial and light breakdown recovery incidents in Essex and Greater London including M11, M25, A12, A127, A13, A10 and the A406. We are able to carry out larger repairs at our purpose built bodyshop and accident repair centre.

Breakdown Direct

Breakdown Direct specialises in providing low cost fleet breakdown cover and rescue products. Whilst 'low cost' is sometimes associated with reduced service levels and no frills, Breakdown Direct is committed to providing you with the best possible breakdown service for your business, backed by first class rescue and breakdown assistance. Whether you run a single vehicle or an entire fleet choose Breakdown Direct and benefit from: A choice of four levels of fleet breakdown cover, all designed to meet your business' needs at the lowest possible prices. The reassurance of a comprehensive and well established nationwide network of rescue and recovery specialists, ready to help you 24 hours a day wherever your breakdown occurs. An average breakdown attendance time of 35 - 40 minutes. We know this because we measure it every month.

Britannia Rescue

Britannia Rescue has been looking after the road rescue needs of its members for over 25 years. This means we know what's really important to you when it comes to car breakdown cover. We are committed to providing our members with exceptional service and this is the main driving force behind everything we do. We call it 'member satisfaction'. To gauge our performance and to ensure that we achieve our objectives, we send a questionnaire to every member who uses our road rescue services. According to those returned, over 98% of people* said they were happy with the breakdown recovery service they received. With a commitment to service like this, Britannia Rescue has been appointed as the preferred road rescue partner for some of the largest trade unions, professional bodies and corporate organisations in the UK.

BSC Driving Services

BSC driving Services is a family run 24 hour recovery service business based in south Yorkshire, providing a service second to none, catering to the needs of the customer. Although based in south Yorkshire we can work nationwide. We have storage facilities close to the M1, A1,M18 , A57 major route roads. We are now also taking orders for transporting cars, motorbikes and any light haulage. We will also remove scrap vehicles for free in south Yorkshire, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire and Leicestershire.

C&S Motor Group

C&S Motor Group offers its customers freedom of choice and incredible value. Relationships with 200+ partner dealers allows us to source and offer you a massive selection of 5000 vehicle models from more than 300 model ranges. You can choose to lease your vehicle with maintenance option or without. We offer free consultation services for fleets over 3 vehicles to keep your operating costs down and ensure you continue to receive the tax benefits to which you're entitled. Simply choose your vehicle and relax as we handle the entire process from start to finish. All of our vehicles carry our Best Value Guarantee, and the vehicles prices we advertise are always the prices you'll receive.

Concept Serviceplan

Concept Serviceplan offer a wide range of fixed cost maintenance and fleet management solutions. Services include vehicle servicing, tyres, RAC breakdown recovery, RAC accident management, fuel cards and relief vehicles. Quotations for service, maintenance, repair tyre contracts are available instantly on-line.

CPS Recovery

CPS Recovery based near Ormskirk, Lancashire is a family run business offering 24 hour roadside car breakdown assistance and car accident recovery services with over 40 years of experience in the sector. We also carry out tyre replacement, servicing and repairs on cars and LCVs in our fully equipped workshop. Our roadside technicians make every effort to repair your vehicle by the roadside so that you can continue with your journey. CPS Recovery offers a 24 hour car recovery service on behalf of breakdown organisations such as the AA as well as the general motoring public. We can recover your vehicle to a destination of your choice, local or nationwide. If your company has its own fleet of vehicles we can arrange a fleet recovery and repair contract.

DKV Euro Service UK Ltd

Fuel card for fuel in the UK and Europe. Efficiency, transparency and reliability - these are our guiding principles and the principles we use as the leading service providers on the roads of Europe. The DKV Card can now be used at more than 33,000 filling stations. DKV Euro Service also help customers with the otherwise time-consuming task of obtaining refunds of VAT paid on transactions abroad. Finally, we provide comprehensive advice and offer evaluation tools that help you save both time and money. You break down and need assistance? We're there to help! As a DKV Card holder, you can call on the services of our DKV Truck Service round the clock. As well as providing on-the-spot emergency assistance, we offer those who've broken down a wide range of other services in 29 countries.

Dragon Rescue

Dragon Rescue, a South Wales company, is one of the largest breakdown rescue businesses in the UK and prides itself on offering a top quality and reliable service to its growing client list. Not only do we provide a rescue and recovery service in conjunction with every major automobile club in the UK and local police, but we also provide bespoke transport & logistics solutions, private and commercial vehicle repair in addition to specialist vehicle repairs and technical services from our sister companies. We hope your journey is safe and trouble free, but should the worst happen, Dragon Rescue will be there to help.

DT Rescue & Recovery

Denton Transport have been trading since 1995 and in the last ten years we have grown and expanded considerably and now run over 20 transport lorries. From DT Rescue & Recovery was formed and we currently run two heavy recovery vehicles, three service vans, one low loader and three light vehicles and a accident unit. We can also supply air cushion recovery and offer the use of our 5-bay workshop with fully qualified staff. We are strategically based in Gravesend which is close to Ebssfleet international freight terminal, Dartford docks, Thames port docks, Tilbury docks and the M25, M2 and M20. We pride ourselves in putting the customer's needs first and we aim to be on the scene within one hour of a job being passed to us. Our workshops are fully equipped to meet our customers' needs. We can cater for a simple bulb change up to a full engine rebuild and we also offer PMI's and routine servicing as well as being able to arrange MOT's.

Dukes Transport

Dukes Transport, based in Whitefield, Manchester, provide auction and dealer vehicle transport, vehicle salvage collection and also accident and breakdown recovery services. We will transfer, collect and/or deliver your vehicles with our sat nav assisted vehicles from a location anywhere in mainland UK. Sat nav offers the shortest and fastest routes making it more cost effective for you the customer. No mileage charge under 25 miles from Junction 17 M60. Short term storage facilities available.

Elder and Paton

Elder and Paton Perth is an independant bodyshop and is well known throughout Dundee, Perth, Fife and Angus for it's high quality of accident repair processes. In this modern day of new manufacturing metals and materials such as aluminium and high strength boron steel and fibre and plastic repair methods are changing very quickly, Elder and Paton Perth is always investing in new training skills and equipment. At Elder and Paton Perth our main concerns are with our customers’ needs and we are experienced in dealing with a wide range of problems which arise following vehicle accidents. We have installed the very latest hi-tech equipment in the workshop and this coupled with the expertise of our fully trained excellent work force, guarantees the customer first class service. We are approved by leading insurance companies for accident damage and car body pepairs.

Environmental Transport Association (ETA)

The Environmental Transport Association (ETA) was established in 1990 as an ethical motoring organisation and sustainable travel lobby group.The ETA is now Britain’s largest charity focused on transport and the environment. Our aim is to raise awareness of the impact of excessive car use and help individuals and organisations to make positive changes in their travel habits. We are an ethical organisation – our green transport and environmental projects are funded by the revenue from the services we provide and donations from individuals. If you support our aims, please support our work.

Europ Assistance

Europ Assistance has been helping drivers reach their destinations for over 30 years. Our motor breakdown products provide for a wide range of emergency repair and recovery services throughout the UK, Ireland and across Europe. As a result, we have an excellent product line-up to provide the correct package for particular customer portfolios, which can be white labelled under the customer's own brand. Nearly two million cars in the UK and Ireland rely on the roadside services of Europ Assistance ranging from individual policies to fleet schemes, and we handle a motor breakdown every two minutes with an average response time of 40 minutes.

Europlus Services Ltd

With over 30 years experience in the UK & European haulage sector, Europlus Services Ltd has the expertise to help your company save money & make money, worry free. Our Euro-Diesel fuel card is one of the few diesel cards in the current market to offer large discounts right across our UK & European network. With 800 sites in the UK & over 800 sites on the continent, we are confident that you will find the Euro-Diesel fuel card an extremely useful tool for your company. Contact us today to find out more about our range of services.

Fernside Garage Ltd

Dorset based Fernside Garage Limited is a vehicle service and repair centre, also offering a 24hr nationwide recovery service for cars, commercials and motorbikes. Roadside assistance, full workshop facilities for vans, cars ,minibuses, 4x4 specialist and vanfit centre.

First Call GB Ltd

First Call GB Ltd are motor breakdown specialists who offer UK cover including homestart, roadside assistance, recovery to home address, nearest garage or onward destination. We also offer full European cover including all major European countries (see European) which includes all of the UK cover listed above. In addition to the above cover we offer commercial breakdown for vehicles up to 16 tonnes, and breakdown cover for electric wheelchairs and scooters. Using a network of accredited recovery operators we will always attempt to attend the scene of the breakdown as quickly as possible. Our present average attendance time is 30-40 minutes.

Fleet Support Group Ltd

Fleet Support Group is a privately owned business with a distinct family feel. The vast majority of its management team have been with the company for a very long time. Fleet Support Group is independent of any bank, vehicle manufacturer, motor distributor or major group. This means that it is completely independent when giving advice to its clients. Fleet Support Group provides a comprehensive range of products and services to in-house and outsourced vehicle fleet operators across the UK. From fixed-price servicing to accident management, from breakdown recovery to financial services, Fleet Support Group's unique approach to fleet management enables its customers to run their fleets professionally without losing control.

Genuine Car Services

Genuine Car Services provide motorists in Bath and across the South West with a one stop shop for all their motor service needs. From our garage based just off the Frome road, we provide a personal and knowledgeable service to over 3,000 customers each year. Motoring services we provide includes: MOT's, servicing, general repairs, body repairs, diagnostics, breakdown recovery, tyres, air conditioning, electricals, hands free installation, car wash & valet and car sales. As a member of the nationally recognised Good Garage Scheme our service excellence is independently monitored on an ongoing basis, and our customers are encouraged to provide regular feedback on their experiences of the GCS service. We look after both private customers and company fleets. Our collection and delivery service ensures that in most cases, all repairs can be carried out whilst you are at work, so that your working day won't be disrupted.

Green Flag

Good things come to those who don't wait (and wait and wait).We don't just 'do' breakdown. We do breakdown differently...Green Flag: Rapid Breakdown Cover (what are you waiting for?) We've been doing a mighty fine job since 1971 when we shook up the breakdown industry by launching as National Breakdown, arriving on the scene as the first genuine alternative in the breakdown market. We like to think our magic is all in the delivery. But we don't do tricks. We just have a different way of thinking. A different way of 'doing' breakdown. So, if you'd like Green Flag to take the stress out of your breakdown then get a quote for rapid cover.

Hammond Recovery

At Hammond Recovery we provide a fast, efficient and professional 24 hour breakdown and recovery service. In the unfortunate event you or your vehicle are involved in an accident then our staff are available 24 / 7 to deal with your needs. We work closely with the emergency services and can recover you and your vehicle, whatever the situation and condition. If you are unfortunate to be involved in an accident away from home we can also help and advise and assist in getting help to you, our control room is 24/7. We have a dedicated team on hand 24 hours to assist whether you are in Suffolk or further afield. Hammond Vehicle Hire are able to provide anything from car to 7.5 ton, including 4 x4 and mininbus. Full servicing and bodyshop facilities.

International Breakdown Ltd

At National Breakdown you only ever pay for the breakdown cover you need. Our simple range offers you one of the most impressive breakdown insurance policies on the market with a generous online discount! Choose from UK & European cover. Our fleet services offer 24 hour national & European wide breakdown and accident assistance with the additional benefit of recovery to any UK destination if we can’t repair your vehicle locally within a reasonable time. Alternatively we can offer a suitable replacement vehicle, or the comfort of overnight accommodation whilst your vehicle is being repaired.

KRS Dumfries

KRS Dumfries are a small family run breakdown recovery business based on Heathhall Industrial Estate on the outskirts of Dumfries with a satellite depot on the busy M74, junction 16 at Annandale Water Services. Full recovery and workshop services are available throughout the region dealing with any eventuality from 44t artics to cars and motorcycles. Passenger transportation is supplied through our fleet of crewcab transporter vehicles ensuring that you have as painless and as comfortable a journey as possible. We guarantee our quality of service and prompt and courteous service at all times.

Lantern Recovery Specialists plc

LRS has been in the business of breakdown and recovery since 1966. In addition, LRS has built up a network of over 500 agents throughout the UK and Europe. LRS has no joining or membership fee, nor is there a restriction to the size of operator. We will answer a call out to an owner driver or an international operator. LRS is a ‘one stop’ full call handling service. We can arrange for on-the-spot windscreen or tyre replacement by main suppliers and have them invoice you directly. We can send one of own service vans to get you on the move again. Our recovery vehicles range from small tow trucks and flat beds, some with crew cabs, to the largest lifting and towing trucks. We have fork lifts and low loaders and a fleet of replacement vehicles always available.

LawShield UK Ltd

LawShield is an established legal expenses insurance provider with a reputation for excellent service standards and a wide range of products servicing mainline insurance business as well as niche sectors. We are specialists in the accident management sector and have an excellent reputation built up over many years. The 'Breakdown Plus' range of breakdown cover products from LawShield and Europ Assistance have been specifically designed to assist today's motorist with a comprehensive range of cover at a competitive price. LawShield's ground breaking Flexi Fleet product provides the most comprehensive fleet solution service available, meeting the requirements of the most demanding commercial fleet manager.

M6 Rescue

M6 Rescue is Birmingham's independent breakdown assistance company. We don't offer recovery to tow your vehicle to a garage as we repair and fix 90% of all faults at the roadside or at the location. However if you need a repair i.e. starter motor replacement or a service to cure the starting fault on damp mornings. You might like to take advantage of our mechanic service. Our aim to make us your first choice for all your vehicle needs, by providing you with the best customer care and attention available in this industry. This together with our parts and labour guarantees makes M6 Rescue a place worth visiting should you be having a problem or just require a service for your vehicle.

MORE TH>N Business

MORE TH>N BUSINESS was set up to provide small businesses with direct products that are intended to take the hassle out of insurance. We understand and appreciate the time and cost pressures your business is constantly under and we have tailored our commercial business insurance products and services to reflect your needs. Our aim is to provide the best possible business insurance policy for your business, providing commercial business insurance quickly, with interest-free monthly instalments and a 24-hour claims helpline. As a leading business insurance company, our commercial business insurance customer managers are highly trained individuals who can give you clear guidance and are able to explain the benefits of each business insurance policy so you can choose which product is right for your needs. You can now get a business insurance quote for van, business car, offices, shops, public liability and professional indemnity insurance online - and buy online too.

National Breakdown Truck Assist

UK and European Insured Breakdown cover for HGV's up to 44 Tonnes. Contributing to the cost of your breakdown and complete managment of your breakdown incident. We provide specialist breakdown insurance cover for owner operators with HGV trucks over 3.5 tonnes. We can cover businesses of any shape and size and we recognise that no two businesses are the same, we offer a wide range of service levels for your benefit. Because we are specialists, we understand that when your commercial vehicle is out of service, you’re closed for business, so, as a member, we will mobilise an experienced agent to the breakdown scene to quickly assess your needs and get you going again. We will manage the breakdown incident with our aim to solve problems and ease pressure. Can you afford not to be a member?

NCI Vehicle Rescue Ltd

NCI Vehicle Rescue are one of the UK's leading motoring organisations dedicated to providing our members with a range of high quality products and services at competitive prices. Whatever vehicle you drive, van, motorcycle or car, and whatever type of cover you require, we have the best policy and friendly, efficient service. Why choose NCI breakdown cover? No hassle emergency roadside assistance via our 24 hour helpline. Personal and vehicle breakdown membership options available. Online quote & buy system for car breakdown cover. Over 4000 recovery agents on call. 40 minute average response time. Over 70% of repairs carried out at the roadside! You can extend your UK car breakdown cover to cover you if you use your car or van abroad.

On-Call Recovery UK

On-Call Recovery UK offers a quick and efficient car breakdown recovery service to customers in the West Midlands area. We offer a range of high quality vehicle transportation, car recovery / breakdown service and vehicle disposal services. With a skilled and friendly staff we provide quality car breakdown services to private and commercial clients alike Our breakdown recovery service is here to offer you peace of mind whenever and wherever you suffer a vehicle breakdown and our dedication to service means that you will never have to wait too long for the recovery of your vehicle. We consistently strive to achieve the highest professional standards and have an extremely high satisfaction rating from previous and current clients who are happy to recommend us.

Phoenix Accident Recovery Services

Phoenix Accident Recovery is a privately owned company whose proprietor has over 20 years experience in the recovery industry. Our vehicle is equipped to deal with minor roadside repairs and to handle the recovery of broken down, accident damaged or stolen vehicles. Phoenix is happy to deal with private customers, insurance work or police recoveries on both short or long distance within South Yorkshire area. Secure storage with CCTV available inside and out for accident damaged cars, trucks and vans. Caravan storage also available.

Pulling Power Recovery Ltd

Pulling Power Recovery offer a 24 hour breakdown recovery and car transportation service in the West Midlands. Situated a mile from the spaghetti junction in Birmingham, we have easy access to all the motorway networks covering the Midlands (M6, M6 Toll, M5, M42, M54), which allows us an average response time of 20 minutes. We specialise in providing a complete car breakdown and accident recovery service to customers all over the UK and Europe. We offer a truly nationwide car transportation service as well as emergency roadside assistance and breakdown recovery service. We can transport you and your vehicle anywhere in the UK and Europe, or we can collect a vehicle for you and deliver it anywhere, any time, 365 days a year.

RAC Business Services

RAC provides a unique range of innovative motoring solutions to a broad client base within the motor retail, motor manufacturer, fleet, insurance and finance sectors.

Red Rocket 2000

Red Rocket (2000) operate a 24 / 7 / 365 vehicle rescue and recovery response business. We have depots at Harling (headquarters & control room), Bury St. Edmunds, Thetford and Wymondham. Commercial Vehicle sales and service plus car and motorcycle repairs & MOTs at our Harling & Bury St. Edmunds workshops. Red Rocket (2000) has for many years set the standards for race car recovery at Snetterton Circuit. If you watch the British Touring Car Championship you will see our specialist race recovery crews in action. They do make it look easy... believe us it's not! ...which of course means they are very good at what they do!

RescueMyFleet.com

Our online fleet breakdown quote system will take just a couple of minutes to complete - cover starts from just £30 per vehicle!

SAS

SAS has built an excellent reputation for providing high quality car and light commercial breakdown recovery services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, across Milton Keynes, Bedford and Buckingham. Our fleet of vehicles enable us to recover cars and light commercial vehicles (3 tons or less), including up to five passengers. We provide a free car disposal service for unwanted vehicles if you no longer require your vehicle, either because it is uneconomical to repair following an accident or due to MOT failure. Secure storage for your car following accident or breakdown. Contaminated fuel draining (by one of our approved repairers).

The AA

However large or small your business, we have a range of services to help you manage your company vehicles, including insurance, vehicle management and breakdown cover.

Thomas Ash & Sons Ltd

Thomas Ash & Sons Ltd have been providing vehicle recovery & roadside assistance for over 50 years and are the oldest recovery operator in Scotland & the largest family run operator. As a family run business we care about every customer from one-off recovery to large fleet customers always providing the highest standards. Vehicle breakdown service for trucks, coaches, cars & motorbikes In Glasgow.

Thomas Recovery Ltd

Based in Bolton, Thomas Recovery Ltd provide a 24hr roadside assistance and recovery service for cars, motorcycles and light commercials. We have the facilities and man power to transport anything from motorcycles,car or light commercials and deliver them anywhere in the United Kingdom. We also have a multicar transporter to transport 6 cars at any one time. We have the facilties for 24 hour secure storage on our premises and our services are available 24 hours 365 days a year .

Truck Assist Ltd

Breakdown insurance schemes for insurers, brokers, commercial fleets. Our members simply call the Truck Assist emergency freephone number and help is on its way. Our breakdown & recovery service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week; every week of the year.

Urban Recovery Ltd

Urban Recovery, based in Birmingham, West Midlands provide a 24 hour nationwide car transportation and breakdown service for both private and commercial customers. We operate a diverse range of recovery vehicles and carry specialist equipment enabling the swift recovery of all manner of cars and light commercial vehicles. Our staff are experienced in dealing with a range of non-typical vehicles, including low clearance sports, classic, and high value prestige cars. In addition to our full UK coverage we can transport your vehicle to or from European destinations.

Yalberton Autos (Torbay) Ltd

Yalberton Autos offer 24 hour breakdown breakdown and recovery services for any type of vehicle. Should your vehicle breakdown or be involved in a traffic accident (RTA), we can help. One of our trained skilled technicians and fully equipped recovery vehicles can quickly be deployed to assist you. We are able to assist whatever type of vehicle you have whether it be a car, van, truck, or even a motorhome. To give you total peace of mind, we work together with many of the UK's largest breakdown and roadside assistance providers. We operate our breakdown and recovery service both locally in Paignton, Torquay, Exeter and Plymouth as well as nationally.

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The latest traffic information

M20 Junction 11 to 12, Folkestone – Improved Driving Conditions

Drivers in the Folkestone area can expect better conditions on the M20 during heavy rain after drainage channels between junctions 11 and 12 are replaced. The Highways Agency will be installing the drainage channels in a 1.9 mile (3km) section along the central reservation from Sunday 21 March, with work expected to last four weeks. [...]

Weekly Summary of Roadworks for M25 – 19/03/2010

A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work All dates and times subject to weather conditions M25 Widening M25  Junction 17 to Junction 18 Both the clockwise and anti clockwise carriageways will be closed overnight from 10.00pm to 06.00am from Saturday 27 March 2010 until Sunday 28 March 2010 for new bridge works. [...]

Weekly Summary of Roadworks in Kent & Sussex – 19/03/2010

A traffic management summary for both new and ongoing work All of the following work is dependent on suitable weather conditions. M20 Junction 8 Ashford Road The A20 Ashford Road Bridge, which runs above the M20 junction 8 overbridge will be closed until late March. The work is being carried out to replace parapets, the safety [...]

North East roadworks update – 20th March – 26th March

A1M/A66M, Junction 57, County Durham Slight delays are expected overnight on the A1M at Junction 57 for signing and road marking works. There will be one lane open southbound on the A1M with a full carriageway closure with diversion on the A66M westbound between 8pm and 6am. The works will take place until 22 March. A1 [...]

Road Repairs on the A38 near Ashburton

Work to repair sections of road surface on the A38 between the Goodstone and Drumbridges junctions near Ashburton is due to take place later this month. Repairs in both directions on this three-and-a-half mile stretch of dual carriageway are scheduled to begin on 22 March and are due to be completed by 26 March. To [...]

Amended plans to improve A556 link

Further details of a major scheme to relieve congestion and improve safety for drivers travelling on the A556 between the M6 and M56 in Cheshire were published today by the Highways Agency. As well as benefiting the residents of Mere and Bucklow Hill by taking traffic away from these communities, the A556 Knutsford to Bowdon [...]

North East roadworks update – 20th March – 26th March

A1M/A66M, Junction 57, County Durham Slight delays are expected overnight on the A1M at Junction 57 for signing and road marking works. There will be one lane open southbound on the A1M with a full carriageway closure with diversion on the A66M westbound between 8pm and 6am. The works will take place until 22 March. A1 [...]

M2 Medway Bridge, Kent: Maintenance Inspections

To ensure that the M2 Medway Bridge is effectively maintained, the Highways Agency will be inspecting the bridge near junctions 1 to 3 on the M2 in Rochester, Kent from Monday 15 March until the end of May. Work will take place first on the coastbound carriageway and then later on the London-bound carriageway. All [...]

Boost to Economy as £8 Million Improvement Work On M4 Start Early

Advance work to improve safety and tackle congestion on the M4 in Berkshire started this month. Work is now underway on an improvement scheme to the M4 between junction 8/9 at Maidenhead and junction 10 at Wokingham costing £8 million – £4 million of which is Government fiscal stimulus funding. The Highways Agency is strengthening [...]

Highways Agency to install protective screens on Woodway Lane footbridge after objects thrown from bridge

From next Monday, the Highways Agency will begin work to install protective screens on the Woodway Lane footbridge which crosses the M6 between Junction 2 (Coventry) and Junction 3 (Bedworth). This follows repeated incidents of objects being thrown from the bridge, resulting in more than ten vehicles being struck. A local partnership, including the Highways [...]

Good News for Motorists – M4 Works between J18 and 19 completed eight days ahead of schedule

Work to replace 4.3 miles of steel central reservation barrier with a safer concrete barrier between junction 18 (Bath) and 19 (M32 Bristol) of the M4 has been completed a week ahead of schedule and half a million pounds under budget. A combination of careful planning and good weather has helped the project team complete [...]

New traffic lights for A628/A57 junction, Hollingworth

The Highways Agency will be carrying out work to install new traffic lights at the junction of the A628 and A57 in Hollingworth Village near Glossop. Work will start on Monday, 22 March and will be completed on 30 April. As well as installing new traffic lights, work will also take place to provide pedestrian [...]

West Midlands motorway and trunk road maintenance programme 15-21 March 2010

M6 Junction 14 (Stafford North) to Junction 13 (Stafford South) The southbound M6 between junction 14 and junction 13 will be closed overnight from 8.00pm to 6.00am from Saturday 20 March to Sunday 21 March for the removal of narrow lanes as part of hard shoulder strengthening. This will include the entry slip road at [...]

Yorkshire and the Humber Roadworks Update; Saturday 13 March to Friday 19 March

M1, Junction 30 (Barlborough) to Junction 31 (Aston), south of Sheffield Slight delays are expected on the M1 between Junction 30 (Barlborough) and Junction 31 (Aston) due to sign repair work. There will be two lanes closed on the northbound carriageway overnight from 9pm on 18 March until 5am on 19 March. M1, Junction 32 [...]

Overnight closures to install bridge beams over the A421

The project to improve safety and cut congestion on the A421 between Bedford and the M1 at Junction 13 moves a step forward next week, Monday 15 March, weather permitting, when work will begin to place the beams on the two new bridges at Marsh Leys Junction. The bridges are being built to carry the [...]

Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in Cumbria and North Lancashire – 7 days beginning Monday 15th March 2010

ONGOING SCHEMES A595 West Lakes Science Park to Bigrigg (resurfacing and drainage) – traffic signals for resurfacing and drainage works. Work continues until the 26th March. M6 (Cumbria) Between Junctions 39 and 40 Shap to Penrith (bridge works) – various lane closures and contraflow in both directions for bridge improvements. Work continues until the 26th [...]

Roadworks information for Highways Agency roads in Greater Manchester, Merseyside, Cheshire and South Lancashire – 7 days beginning Monday 15th March 2010

ONGOING SCHEMES M57 Junction 2 to Junction 1 Prescot to Huyton (safety system) – overnight closure southbound from 22.00 to 05.00 between Monday 15th March and 19th March for installation of the MIDAS traffic safety system. M53 & A41 M53 Junction 4 to Junction 5 Bebington to Ellesmere Port and A41 junction with M53 Junction [...]

Highways Agency meet with project partners and local residents to address M6 work concerns

The Highways Agency are working closely with Walsall Council and the residents who live closest to the M6 roadworks near Junction 10 (Walsall) to find solutions to their concerns and develop new ways of working for the remainder of the project. Last week, the Highways Agency met with project partners Carillion and Mouchel at the [...]

North East roadworks update – 13th March – 19th March

A1M, Junction 62, County Durham Slight delays are expected overnight on the A1M at Junction 62 for CCTV camera installation works. There will be one lane open north and southbound on the slip roads and circulatory between 8pm and 6am. The works will take place until 13 March. A1 Newcastle Gateshead Western Bypass, [...]

M25 widening making good progress – work to start between junctions 18 and 21

The next stage of a major construction project to widen the M25 in Hertfordshire is being marked by public exhibition at Hunton Bridge in Abbots Langley. The Highways Agency is widening the motorway from three lanes to four between junction 16, for the M40, and junction 23, for the A1(M). The M25 is also being [...]