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ban on smoking in cars: British Medical Association calls for a ban on smoking in cars to protect the health of children

(17/11/2011)

and British Car Auctions highlights the financial advantages. On the 16th of November, The British Medical Association has called for the extension of the current ban on smoking in public places after reviewing evidence of the dangers. It highlighted research showing the levels of toxins in a car can be up to 23 times higher than in a smoky bar. But if these health issues are not enough to persuade smokers to stub out their in-car habit, then perhaps a hit on their wallet will. Leading ve... [more]

BOSCH S PIONEERING SPLIT-AXLE HYBRID TECHNOLOGY: BOSCH’S PIONEERING SPLIT-AXLE HYBRID TECHNOLOGY TAKES ON THE RAC FUTURE CAR CHALLENGE

(03/11/2011)

Bosch will showcase its pioneering split-axle hybrid technology in this year’s RAC Future Car Challenge with the entry of a Peugeot 3008 HYbrid4 – the world’s first diesel hybrid production car. The car will join other eco-friendly vehicles in the annual motoring contest on Saturday 5th November, driving from Brighton to London. The 3008 HYbrid4 uses Bosch hybrid technology that has been developed in conjunction with PSA Peugeot Citroën. Bosch, which celebrates its 125th anniversary this year... [more]

battery maintenance: As more people turn to public transport, bus companies need to be particularly vigilant of battery failure

(19/10/2011)

As more commuters turn to public transport as a means to save money amidst rising fuel prices and general vehicle upkeep, bus companies need to be particularly vigilant when it comes to battery maintenance to avoid failure and inconveniencing travellers, warns CTEK, a leading global brand in the care and maintenance of vehicle batteries. Efficient battery charging of buses in the public transport network is essential as it can have a significant impact on their productivity. Should a battery ... [more]

BMW 6 SERIES COUPÉ: BMW introduces its NEW 6 SERIES COUPÉ

(13/10/2011)

The New BMW 6 series coupé is on sale on 15th October. The BMW’s latest Gran Tourer blends elegant design in a luxurious and dynamic package. Now in its third generation, the new BMW 6 Series Coupé takes the luxury 2+2 concept a step further by matching enhanced comfort and elegant design with sporting performance on a even higher level. The BMW 6 Series Coupé features a sweeping coupé roofline while the long bonnet, short over-hangs, set-back passenger compartment with Hofmeister kink, long ... [more]

Beamish Morgan Ltd: The striking Lightning GT joins 2011 RAC Future Car Challenge

(26/09/2011)

An internationally renowned car sales and restoration workshop is driving new business after teaming up with another British motoring heavyweight. County Durham-based Aston Workshop has joined forces with Macdonald Racing to launch Beamish Morgan Ltd, the only Morgan car dealer in the North of England, whilst still retaining its existing business. Beamish Morgan Ltd is the first dealership in the UK to launch the carefully modernised famous Morgan 3-wheeler, which has not been in product... [more]

BMW Z4: BMW's new range sets a new benchmark for efficiency and driving pleasure

(19/07/2011)

The new BMW 520d EfficientDynamics Saloon is approximately 10 per cent more fuel-efficient than the best its rivals can muster, without reducing the 184hp or 380Nm of torque developed by the 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine. This equates to fuel economy of 62.8mpg and CO2 emissions of 119g/km, which means a company car benefit-in-kind taxation band of only 13 per cent. In addition to the standard Auto Start-Stop, Optimum Gearshift Indicator, Brake Energy Regeneration and Active Aerodynamics, the ... [more]