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BCF satisfaction rises

The biennial British Coatings Federation (BCF) member survey has highlighted that overall member satisfaction has risen from 88% to 90%. Nearly 100 BCF members from across the paints, coatings, printing […]

Drivers urged to have their say

Drivers have been invited to take part in a government consultation aimed at preparing UK roads for automated cars. Traffic laws and the Highway code will both be altered to […]

New kid on the electric block

A Chinese joint venture aims to pull the rug from under Tesla’s feet by mass producing electric self-driving cars before 2020. Automotive venture Future Mobility, backed by tech giants Tencent, […]

MK introduces free parking for EVs

Milton Keynes has launched the first green-vehicle permit offering 15,000 electric cars free parking. Drivers of electric cars will also soon be able to use bus lanes in the city. […]

Tesla for hire

An Altrincham-based car leasing and contract hire specialist is saving customers money by offering the Tesla Model S for hire and lease. The Model S is exempt from both road […]

Branson’s 15-year electric vision

Richard Branson believes that all cars could be electric within just 15 years. The British entrepreneur said, ‘Fifteen years from now, I suspect every car on the road will be […]

Allianz aims for top spot

Allianz has refreshed its entire commercial motor trade product suite in a bid to become the top insurer in the sector. Its new portfolio is specifically designed to serve SME […]

Covéa looks on the Brightside

Brightside Group is hoping to fill the space in the motor insurance industry left by Markerstudy’s withdrawal by signing a new capacity deal with Covéa Insurance. Markerstudy ended its capacity […]

Round-up: IBIS Ireland 2016

IBIS Ireland 2016 took place last week in Dublin serving to highlight the changing market dynamics and opportunities within the region. Highly rated by delegates in attendance, the event included contributions on […]

Renault pioneers vehicle recognition technology

Renault UK has unveiled an innovative advertising campaign for the All-New Renault Mégane through the use of pioneering vehicle recognition technology. Developed and tested over the past 12 months by […]

Volvo registers double-digit growth

Sales of Volvo cars rose more than 10 per cent in the first six months of 2016 with June marking the 13th consecutive month of growth. The Swedish manufacturer has […]