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Formula E becomes first sport with certified net zero carbon footprint

The ABB FIA Formula E Championship has become the first sport to have a net zero carbon footprint since inception, investing in internationally certified projects in all race markets to offset emissions from six seasons of electric racing. Formula E’s announcement was made during the launch of Climate Week NYC 2020 and featured on the Today programme on BBC Radio 4 on 23rd September. Following the recommended approach set out by the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Formula E has followed three key steps to achieve a net zero carbon footprint: effective measurement of carbon output, prioritising reducing its footprint and offsetting remaining unavoidable emissions.

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  1. London ePrix could boost electric car sales
  2. Formula E car, tyre shown at Frankfurt
  3. Michelin Pilot Sport EV durable in Berlin as Formula E stages round 8
  4. Formula E to race on Michelin tyres for three further years
23rd September 2020 by

It’s an ill wind…

Much has been written about the economic effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and the subsequent lockdown and it is fair to say that, in general, these effects are perceived as negative. However, not everyone are wringing their hands and moaning about how awful it all is – auction houses have been reporting a strong market in used vans during the month of September, with demand exceeding supply, thus pushing up used van values past last year’s levels.

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  1. NAMA AGM auction for BEN is a record breaker
  2. NAMA AGM raises £14,150 for BEN
  3. NAMA market attitude survey optimistic about van market
  4. Motor auctions see rising volumes with prices remaining high
22nd September 2020 by

Strong used car market and busy aftersales, latest franchised dealers’ survey reveals

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), which represents franchised car and commercial vehicle retailers in the UK, has published the findings of the latest ‘post-lockdown automotive retail’ survey. Through the findings, NFDA aims to assess the implications of COVID-19 on the automotive retail sector and understand how the industry is now recovering.

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  1. Satisfaction with manufacturers low in NFDA Dealer Attitude Survey
  2. Positive results from NFDA consumer survey
  3. NFDA survey reveals post-lockdown automotive retail
  4. NFDA Dealer Attitude Survey results
21st September 2020 by
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Addressing the EV ‘charging anxiety’ problem

We are continually being told that electric vehicles are the future – indeed, petrol and diesel-engined vehicles are scheduled to be phased out in the UK market; the original deadline was 2040, but this was brought forward to 2035, and there is talk of possibly introducing the ban in 2030. This last date is regarded by many as unachievable – when the deadline was brought forward to 2035, Mike Hawes, chief executive of the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, described the situation as “extremely concerning” and accused the Government of “moving the goalposts.”

Related news:

  1. Falling demand for diesels sees November new car market down 11 per cent
  2. SMMT urges government to back new-tech diesel following market decline, uncertainty
  3. August car sales up 23 per cent – electric cars account for one in twelve sales
  4. SMMT calls for new zero-emission measures
21st September 2020 by

Drivers continue to splash out more than ever before on their next car 

Premium brands are dominating searches for cars online as buyers continue to choose more expensive cars, the online car supermarket BuyaCar.co.uk has revealed. The trend of splashing out more than usual on cars, which began as Britain began to unwind its initial coronavirus lockdown measures in June, shows no sign of slowing as Mercedes-Benz, Audi and BMW dominate the searches made by online shoppers. 

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  1. Goodyear winter tyres OE on Krone trailers
  2. Falken OE on Mazda CX-9
  3. Kumho tyres OE on Mercedes G-Class
  4. Michelin extends Track Connect to amateur racers with Leisure mode
15th September 2020 by

Textar brakes key as truck racer Newell enjoys winning weekend

Newell & Wright Motorsport driver John Newell raced through the grid at the first British Truck Racing Association (BTRA) weekend at Donington, with Textar brakes proving the difference. Textar braking enables Newell to brake later and stop quicker than other drivers, and this point was more than proven as Newell made up places in every Sunday race, culminating in a first-place finish in the final race.

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  1. Two podiums for Textar-sponsored John Newell at Snetterton
  2. Textar’s Newell & Wright Motorsport moves up to fourth in BTRC Championship
  3. Textar powers Newell & Wright to third place in truck racing finale
  4. Textar encourages CV aftermarket to ‘put quality first’ in new campaign
15th September 2020 by

Liqui Moly becomes official partner of the Handball Champions League

The title sponsor of the Liqui Moly Handball Bundesliga is expanding its commitment to handball for the coming season of the EHF (European Handball Federation) Champions League and is becoming an official partner. The Liqui Moly brand will be prominently displayed both on the hall floor and on the media walls.

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  1. Liqui Moly lends its name to handball finals
  2. Liqui Moly to sponsor 2019 World Handball Championship
  3. Liqui Moly becomes name sponsor of Handball Bundesliga in Germany
  4. Liqui Moly continues to back winter sports
14th September 2020 by

Under pressure – VRA survey shows 47% ‘facing work-life balance issues’

Nobody would argue with the statement that the times in which we are currently living are unprecedented, both in our commercial and everyday lives. We are having to face a constant barrage of new challenges to our usual ways of doing business, taking account of changes – some seemingly conflicting – in legislation and recommended working practices. There is much talk about ‘the new normal’ as people and companies try to adapt to different ways of working. Lockdowns and social distancing have added to the pressure felt by many, with staff being furloughed and told to stay at home for many weeks – in effect being paid not to work.

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  1. Remarketing sector faces unprecedented upskilling demand – VRA
  2. Quality stock shortage means vehicle preparation importance growing – VRA
  3. End of life vehicle inspections core subject at VRA’s September meeting
  4. VRA seminar focuses on key issues facing remarketing sector in 2020
14th September 2020 by

NFDA electric vehicle group debates key EV issues

The National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) EV group was established in 2019 to support dealers’ efforts in the EV sector and, in turn, provide NFDA with feedback on the key issues facing the industry that the association can use in support of its lobbying efforts with the relevant Government departments. The launch of the EV Group coincided with the significant growth of the NFDA’s Electric Vehicle Approved (EVA) scheme launched by NFDA and endorsed by the Energy Saving Trust (EST) as well as the Government’s Office for Low Emission Vehicles (OLEV) in 2019.

Related news:

  1. Price, access to charging, range the barriers to electric vehicle purchases – survey
  2. UK automotive sector reacts to the Queen’s Speech
  3. Electric vehicle approved (EVA) scheme reaches 50 dealerships milestone
  4. NFDA welcomes EV charging infrastructure investment
11th September 2020 by

New all-season range from Vredestein

There is no doubt that the all-season tyre segment is one of the fastest-growing in the European market, and it is not difficult to see why; while some countries routinely experience extreme weather conditions in the winter months, much of the continent does not suffer to the same extent. As such, many countries – such as the UK, for example – have never developed a strong winter tyre market.

Related news:

  1. Goodyear wins Auto Express all-season tyre test
  2. Maloya returns – but only in Germany for now
  3. Nokian wins Auto Express all-season tyre test; dry performance remains ‘concern’ for segment
  4. Apollo Vredestein wins emergency services tyre supply contracts
8th September 2020 by

Sixth Consecutive Record Year For B-Quik

2006 was the 6th consecutive record year for B-Quik, the Thailand-based tyre and car services retailer. The company serviced 250,000 customers through its total of 45 centres, of which three were new stores opened during 2006.

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  1. B-Quik Expands Despite Unrest in Thailand
  2. Another Record Year for B-Quik
  3. Low Demand For Cars In Thailand Boosts B-Quik
  4. Marubeni re-brands Indonesian tyre retail chain as B-Quik
22nd February 2007 by

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