Europcar says that breaking down is the second biggest worry for motorists on long trips. Traffic delays and accidents are the issues which sandwich the breakdowns. With the average age of cars on Britain’s roads now over seven years, it’s not surprising that this could be a concern ahead of the last Bank Holiday weekend before Christmas. According … [Read more...]
Newslines 26 August
Wrexham families have been told to make their own arrangements to get children to school after the collapse of a coach firm. About 320 jobs were lost in July when GHA Coaches of Ruabon ceased trading and the city council has been unable to secure replacement contractors for the affected services to St Joseph's School, The Maelor School, Ysgol Rhiwabon and … [Read more...]
UK car production slowing but still strong
UK car production rose in July but at a slower pace than in June, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), which urged the government to make sure the country's exit from the European Union does not hamper the sector. The UK's overwhelmingly foreign-owned carmakers had urged voters to remain in the 28-member bloc, where over … [Read more...]
International WRGB 2016 entries now open
Entries opened this week for the 2016 Dayinsure Wales Rally GB 27-30 October, the UK round of the FIA World Rally Championship. Another star-studded entry is guaranteed with teams from the UK and around the globe eager to dispute one of the most famous and exciting rallies on the WRC calendar. The 2016 title chase has already … [Read more...]
Elfyn is British champion 20 years after father
Welsh rally team-mates Elfyn Evans and co-driver Craig Parry won the John Mulholland Motors Ulster Rally last weekend and claimed the 2016 MSA British Rally Championship title. The Ulster Rally also marked a special anniversary in the Evans household as Elfyn’s success comes twenty years on since father Gwyndaf won the same title on … [Read more...]
Britain’s automotive industry is booming
The automotive industry is firmly anchored in Britain and economics and efficiency will not see it bolt to the continent as Britain negotiates its exit from the EU. Vehicle manufacturers were well on the road to recovery after the slump of 2009 and many were now heading towards record production while efficiency levels are the best in Europe. Some car … [Read more...]
Niche job site for automotive recruiters
BEN, the not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting those working in the automotive industry, has launched a new recruitment website designed to give automotive recruiters a niche job board exclusively for the industry. This new partnership initiative is part of BEN’s ongoing strategy to be an integral part of the automotive sector and ensure … [Read more...]
Double acquisition strengthens TIP presence in Wales
Leading trailer company TIP Trailer Services has expanded its service proposition in South Wales with the recent double acquisition of Aim Hire Ltd and PADS Trailers. In line with its progressive trailer rental and maintenance strategy, TIP acquired both businesses before the summer in order to enhance its network in this important area for road … [Read more...]
True cost of crashes for businesses
Transport industry fleet managers were gathered together by road safety charity IAM RoadSmart to learn more about the true costs of business-related road crashes – and were shocked to discover the impact these collisions could have on their profits. Representatives from blue-chip companies including Cannon Hygiene and Pest Control, Belron UK and the … [Read more...]
Buyers are more mobile savvy than ever
The move towards car buyers using mobile devices to access dealer web-sites is continuing at a pace, according to new figures from Wales-based iVendi. They show that last month, 64% of all visits logged through the iVendi Platform’s consumer areas were by smartphone or tablet, compared to 37% via a laptop or desktop PC. This has increased from a 60%/40% … [Read more...]
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