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Michelin unveil revolutionary new airless t...

Jun 20, 2019Comments off

Flat tyres could soon become a thing of the past after a key player unveiled its latest innovation – a completely airless tyre. The Unique Puncture-proof Tire System (Uptis for short) has been created by Michelin,

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Watchdog urges for better real-time informa...

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

Road users want better information provided on motorways and major ‘A’ roads, particularly during periods of unexpected disruption, says independent road users watchdog Transport Focus. In a new study, Road information: the user perspective road users

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Electric vehicle pioneer wins Autocar ̵...

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

Emma King, Ford’s senior purchasing manager at the forefront of the marque’s $11bn investment in EVs, has been named the winner of Autocar’s Great British Women in the Car Industry – Rising Stars 2019 initiative, held

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New smart digital tachograph regulations no...

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

Since June 15, new trucks and buses registered in the EU for the first time must have a smart digital tachograph installed. The tachograph is the tool installed in trucks and buses which records the activities

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Response to Mayor of London’s plans f...

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

Following our report* on Monday highlighting London Mayor, Sadiq Khan’s plan for developing the infrastructure for more electric and hybrid powered vehicles on the Capital’s streets, there has been some response to that plan from some

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Britain’s motorists face unnecessary pres...

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

TyreSafe is reminding Britain’s motorists they are paying over £600 million a year in unnecessary fuel bills by driving with underinflated tyres. They should also be aware the cost of ignoring tyre maintenance may be even

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Is the UK’s electric future grid-locked?

Jun 19, 2019Comments off

Last year, the Government announced that it would ban the sale of traditionally fuelled vehicles by 2040, after pressure from the EU and environmental groups to ensure a more environmentally friendly Britain. However, despite positive reinforcement

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Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles provides the...

Jun 18, 2019Comments off

Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles has revealed a new prisoner transport van for police forces based on the Volkswagen Transporter. The van features a full width rear prison cell with space for two prisoners, designed to ensure safe

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Car-buyers more likely to visit dealerships...

Jun 18, 2019Comments off

Car-buyers are more inclined to visit dealerships than ever according to a study which suggests car retailers will continue to play a vital role as the sector evolves. More than 55% of motorists will hit the

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Re-Lease goes from strength to strength wit...

Jun 18, 2019Comments off

Burton upon Trent fleet management specialist, CBVC Vehicle Management, is seeing its Re-Lease used car solution go from strength to strength, especially with company new starters or employees who have opted out of company car schemes.