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Motorists ‘back smart charging market...

Apr 07, 2020Comments off

The majority of motorists would be happy to charge their electric vehicle outside of peak times in return for lower bills, new research commissioned by UK Power Networks has found. The findings came after engagement with

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IVECO lands Eurocargo ground support handli...

Apr 07, 2020Comments off

IVECO’s proven HI-SCR engine technology – which eliminates the need for Euro VI vehicles to make periodic stops for forced regeneration – has led Navajo Leasing to add three new 18-tonne Eurocargo rigids to its fleet,

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Comment on SMMT new car sales report

Apr 07, 2020Comments off

Michael Woodward, UK automotive lead, Deloitte, said: “With the first 2020 registration plates released in March, the industry may have hoped for a bumper month for new car sales. However, COVID-19 pressures in the second half

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UK new car registrations fall -44.4% in Mar...

Apr 07, 2020Comments off

The UK new car market declined -44.4% in March, according to figures published today by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT). In the important plate change month 203,370 fewer cars were registered than in March

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Ford provides “peace of mind” solution ...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

Ford has blended vehicle purchase and finance plans to offer new customers a payment holiday of up to six months. The Ford “Peace of Mind” programme for April and May orders has been designed to help

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FreshLinc takes 20 Renault Trucks Range Ts

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

FreshLinc Group LTD the Spalding, Lincs based temperature-controlled, fresh, chilled and horticultural products total supply chain management specialists have taken 20 new Renault Trucks tractor units from BRS. The order consists of 18 Range T460 6x2s

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EVs are going mainstream – it’s time to...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

In the immediate aftermath of the government’s announcement that its ban on new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars would be brought forward from 2040 to 2035, the UK saw an immediate spike in online searches for

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Boom in home deliveries sees vans take a bi...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

Booming home deliveries and urgent vehicle replacements by tradespeople and essential workers are dramatically changing the shape of motor retail sales during the coronavirus crisis. Figures released by the online car marketplace BuyaCar.co.uk reveal that van

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THINK! backs Take Extra Care campaign

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

Road Safety GB is encouraging all road users to help reduce the strain on the emergency services during the coronavirus pandemic by taking extra care when making essential journeys, with support from the Department for Transport’s

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Take five and participate in the 2020 Road ...

Apr 06, 2020Comments off

All road users are being encouraged to take five and complete a new survey on emerging road safety issues. The 2020 Road Safety Survey by the Road Safety News editorial team, covers subjects including electric scooters, seeking