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Green is a competitive advantage
Logistics and transport businesses should focus a significant amount of management time going green as it will give them a competitive advantage, a leading environmental expert has claimed.
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Vans a growing target for thieves
Van fleet managers have been warned by AVCIS, the police vehicle crime intelligence service, that light commercial vehicles are increasingly being targeted by thieves.
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Unseasonably strong demand at auction
The latest available data from BCA shows unseasonably strong demand for LCVs during August, traditionally a month that sees lower values. It could mark a significant point in the price recovery for LCVs.
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October is Tyre Safety Month
Garages across the country this month are encouraging drivers to ensure they stay safe and legal by using a 20p coin to check the depth of their tyre tread during Tyre Safety Month in October.
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New professional driving qualification launched
From September 10 2009, professional drivers who drive vehicles weighing 3.5 tonnes or more will need to hold a Driver CPC as well as a vocational driving licence.
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New risk of fines for towing trailer users
Van operators risk being stung by a £200 on-the-spot fine if they are caught using a low-loader trailer with a tow vehicle that has not been fitted with a tachograph.
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Unnecessary tyre damage is costing fleets dearly
One in five tyres fitted to cars and vans operated by major fleets are being replaced early, owing to tyre damage which can often be avoided.
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The New A5 Sportback launched this month
Last week we were offering customers the chance to test drive the brand new A5 Sportback to celebrate the opening of our new ‘green’ showroom in Coulsdon. |
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Clean diesel technology
Audi is pioneering the introduction of the world's cleanest diesel technology to the UK in the Q7 SUV models to help reduce the Nitrogen Oxide (NOx) emissions, regarded as being dramatically more harmful than Carbon Dioxide (CO2). |
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Industry Scrappage Update
The scrappage scheme is proving a successful operation within the UK motor trade. Sales of new cars in Britain increased by more than 11% last month, providing fresh evidence of the industry's recovery from recession. |
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Stop-Start Technology Update
Since first introducing stop-start technology to the Audi range back in June this year, Audi have continued to drive green technology forward to improve fuel economy and CO2 emissions. |
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10 Top Winter Tips
More cars experience faults during the winter period than another other season. With cold temperatures expected just around the corner, extra steps need to be carried out to ensure that you and your car are kept safe this winter. |
