When The Grazing Shed decided to hit the road with its award-winning range of burgers, only one van stacked up – a ‘Super Tidy’ Sprinter from Mercedes-Benz Dealer Euro Commercials. The Grazing Shed began life in 2013, after Duncan Black and three like-minded colleagues teamed up to launch their first restaurant in Cardiff. So successful did it prove that … [Read more...]
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Newslines 21 July
Newport has the highest MoT failure rate in Wales and it’s tenth in the league of losers nationwide. Wipers and washers are the most common cause of MoT failures and can be easily avoided says a spokesman for the AA Garage Guide. Oxford is currently the favoured location for building an electric version of the Mini, two sources familiar with the … [Read more...]
The ‘Toxin Tax’ explained
A new infographic from UK car buyer comparison site Motorway explains the forthcoming toxin tax for diesel cars. The UK Government is set to introduce ‘clean air zones' and ‘toxin taxes' for diesel cars in major cities from 2019 onwards. London will increase its charges for diesel cars from 2018. Key Facts The UK government has been ordered by … [Read more...]
Wrangler ropes good used car values
Jeep Wrangler prove a savvy purchase The Jeep Wrangler Diesel is proving a savvy used car purchase as values for the 2011 onwards Sahara and Overland models have risen over the last two years. The study of the 4x4 market by automotive data experts hpi identified the Jeep Wrangler as one of the best-used buys. Tim Bearder, used car expert at hpi, … [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...]
New van news: Transit Custom updated
Ford has revealed the new Transit Custom one-tonne commercial vehicle, delivering bold new design, an all-new interior and enhanced productivity to European businesses. New Transit Custom will be available to order later this year, and is scheduled for customer delivery in early 2018 powered by the Dagenham-built Ford EcoBlue 2.0-litre diesel … [Read more...]
VW and Skoda announce new petrol engines
Four efficient petrol engines are now available to order for the first time from Volkswagen Retailers in the popular Passat Saloon and Estate, and Tiguan SUV, model ranges. The comprehensive line-up of new petrol engines now being offered in Passat and Tiguan further broaden the cars’ appeal while also allowing the growing numbers of buyers keen to enjoy … [Read more...]
Ford Fiesta has nothing to fear from rivals
Britain’s most popular car has just improved. The Ford Fiesta has consistently been the top selling car in Britain and since 2008 over a million have been put on our roads, while over four decades about 4.5 Million have been registered. Those are impressive numbers, but the new seventh generation model now reaching showrooms is arguably the … [Read more...]
Automotive jobs are out there
With GCSEs and A-Levels just around the corner and degree results out soon, students everywhere are turning their minds to potential careers, but just what jobs are available for those who love cars but don’t fancy a life on the race track? New research by OSV has revealed that there’s more out there for people with oil in their veins than just being the … [Read more...]
Tradelines 12 July
Production of the latest Nissan Qashqai is underway at its Sunderland plant. There is a new design, upgraded interior, better performance and added mobility technologies, with an advanced self-driving mode from spring 2018. A regional conference for members of the Freight Transport Association will be held at the Celtic Manor Resort on 4 October. It … [Read more...]
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