Ben, the not-for-profit organisation that partners with the automotive industry to provide support for life to its people, has launched a new campaign to spotlight the importance of good physical health to a person’s life. Top searches on Ben’s website relate to healthy lifestyle, diet, getting fit, quitting smoking and returning to work after injury. As … [Read more...]
HGV operators are cutting emissions
With emissions standards front and centre of the air quality debate, the Freight Transport Association has shared the huge strides of its Logistics Carbon Reduction Scheme since 2010. The FTA Logistics Carbon Review 2017, sponsored by Bridgestone Tyres, reveals that operators within the scheme have achieved an impressive 7% reduction in their business’ … [Read more...]
Tighter standards coming for emissions
The European Parliament's environment committee adopted the EU's Low-emission Mobility strategy, signalling the Parliament's desire for ambitious future CO2 standards for cars and vans just a few months before the European Commission’s proposal is expected in November. This opinion – a reaction to the Commission's communication on a Low Emission … [Read more...]
Newslines 4 July
Škoda is upgrading the smallest member of its model range. The Škoda Citigo is being relaunched with three or five doors and many new design, technology and equipment features from £8,635 to £11,590. The EC is attempting to block further scrutiny of environmental issues, say clean air campaigners. The European Environmental Bureau say it is a … [Read more...]
Can you ride to the challenge?
Walking and cycling charity Sustrans is running its third challenge this July, helping more people in Wales to opt for a healthier mode of transport and saving money as a result. Results from October’s Cymru Travel Challenge reveal that on average, car users can save up to £1,000 a year when they switch from a car commute to cycling or walking. The … [Read more...]
Majority want old diesels scrapped
Around two thirds of UK road users would support a scrappage scheme for older diesel cars, vans and lorries in an effort to get the worst polluting vehicles off our roads, according to a survey by IAM RoadSmart. The survey, by the UK’s biggest independent road safety charity, asked respondents to rate the various options put forward in the government’s … [Read more...]
Mental health biggest concern of industry
Mental health issues and concerns are a rising factor when people in the automotive sector turn to industry charity BEN, according to its annual report. While low income and financial problems accounting for almost half of the challenges faced by workers the charity has seen a 78% rise in mental issues. It helped over 3,000 people in the last financial … [Read more...]
Getting good earplugs is sound advice
Ear damage is the not so silent danger of enjoying your motorbike, writes Keith Swann. It’s important to get a pair of plugs which securely fit in your ears and block out the worst noises while letting in important sounds to keep you safe. I have been testing the Tour and Race plugs from Alpine in their MotoSafe Pro line which cost a whopping £23. You … [Read more...]
Newslines 3 June
Families across Wales are being encouraged to take part in Sustrans’ Bike to School Week 5-9 June and discover the benefits of cycling, scooting and walking. Bike to School Week is an opportunity for children and parents to kick-start active travel habits and switch to cycling, scooting or walking for the school journey. When it comes to the UK’s five … [Read more...]
Van drivers tell of mental issues with jobs
One-in-five van drivers admit to having poor or very poor mental health and most blame their jobs, they have told Mercedes-Benz pollsters. Exclusive research commissioned by Mercedes-Benz Vans UK Ltd to mark Mental Health Awareness Week 2017 has explored for the first time the issue of mental health within an often overlooked yet vital business … [Read more...]
