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Smart & interactive augmented reality ...

Nov 19, 2018Comments off

Over the last few years, there has been an explosion of advancements and interest in both virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR). From the Oculus Rift VR headset to the Google Glass project (and all

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ACFO renews call for plug-in hybrid vehicle...

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

The furore over HM Revenue and Customs’ refusal to publish Advisory Fuel Rates for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles amid claims that many company car drivers never charge their cars has intensified with ACFO, the UK’s premier

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The new BMW 330e Saloon

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

The new BMW 330e plug-in hybrid saloon represents something of a revolution, offering more efficiency, an increased electric-only range and the opportunity to take advantage of more power with standard-fit performance-boosting technology. Due to be launched

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Shepherd’s Bush connects with greener fut...

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

A fleet of environmentally-friendly buses are operating from Shepherd’s Bush bus garage, thanks to a new electricity connection. UK Power Networks has completed work at the Sulgrave Road site for RATP Dev London, to enable 36

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AVEVAI unveils ground-breaking new supercap...

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

AVEVAI, a new B2B e-mobility and logistics solutions and technology provider based in Singapore, will launch its innovative range of IONA electric light commercial vehicles (e-LCVs) at the 5th Guangzhou International Electric Vehicles Show in China

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Passing by the seat of their pants

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

A quarter of drivers resorted to extra measures such as lucky pants, superstitions or a long drive to get their nerves in check before their driving test, reveals the AA Driving School*. Young drivers aged 18-to-24

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TRACKER technology helps police helicopter ...

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

TRACKER, the stolen vehicle recovery (SVR) expert has worked with Police Scotland to successfully recover a stolen Audi RS6 that was suspected to be involved in wider criminal activity. Once the car was reported missing and

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DriveTech is supporting Road Safety Week 19...

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

DriveTech is excited to be supporting Road Safety Week, initiated by Brake, so look out for driving tips and advisories on our website and on social media throughout the week to help you stay safe and

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Road Safety Week: LeasePlan UK advises on h...

Nov 16, 2018Comments off

In 2017, there were over 170k road casualties and 1,793 fatalities in the UK. Whilst car occupants accounted for the greatest number of casualties and fatalities, motorbikes (19%) and bicycles (6%) made up a quarter of

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Hydrogen Hyundai NEXO cleans 900kg of Londo...

Nov 15, 2018Comments off

The hydrogen powered Hyundai NEXO has cleaned more than 900kg (918.75kg) of air on London roads during Clean Driving Month, the car maker has revealed. The car – which actually cleans the air as it drives