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Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, is delighted to announce it has completed on the freehold sale of Pecks Hill Convenience store in Mansfield. The store is located in the heart of the community on the busy B6030 between the town centre and the Forest Town estate. Following the stores closure in February 2020, Christie & Co were instructed in May by wholesaler A.G Parfetts to run an open marketing campaign to sell the business. A.G Parfetts & Sons, who are based in Stockp... Read the full story

Covid has effected many businesses no more so than the catering and hospitality industry. We have also had to adapt and diversify immensely to ensure that post-Covid we can deliver the same excellent food and service without endangerment to staff and clients alike. Social Distance Solutions for Catering. The way we deliver, serve and cater has all changed. We now do buffets with social distancing in mind. For instance, we catered for a funeral for 60 people, the wake took place in three... Read the full story

Collingwood Insurance Services Reveals Britain’s Best Drivers Collingwood Insurance Services has revealed Llandrindod Wells in Wales as being home to Britain’s Best Drivers. The Newcastle-based insurance intermediary examined the latest data from DVLA test centres across Britain and discovered the Welsh valley’s town returning the highest pass rate, with 73.19 per cent passing the test. Of 593 conducted tests, a staggering 434 people passed with flying colours and subseque... Read the full story

As Bank Holiday traffic is set to cause chaos, our data reveals it’s likely Brits are heading to Woolacombe, the Lake District, and Cornwall Search queries for road trips and driving to Woolacombe have increased by a whopping 154% since the same time last year The term ‘Cornwall road trip’ has increased by a staggering 6,100 searches in the last two months Over 32,690 Google searches on UK road trips and driving holidays were made by Brits in June and July alone, suggesti... Read the full story

Many People are still Confused about what is meant by IoT. In simple terms it is the Internet of Things. Which is any type of device connected to the internet. Devices are connected to the internet either by network cable, Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The Devices we will Recognise are Split into Two Types The Internet of Things (IoT) are smart devices which interact, with other devices over the internet. They work by granting remote access to a user for managing the device. Smart contro... Read the full story

Rimac Automobili has welcomed 2016 Formula One World Champion Nico Rosberg to the family, as he joined the team in Croatia to customise his personal C_Two and test an advanced prototype. Nico’s announcement was captured in a video on his YouTube channel: youtu.be/EFAu2xquedk Nico is one of just 150 people worldwide that will own a C_Two, having ordered his car in early 2019, following a viewing with the founder and CEO, Mate Rimac. Just recently, Nico visited the team – now number... Read the full story

New design packages for Kia’s gran turismo fastback sports sedan New ‘Smartstream’ 2.5-liter T-GDi launched for Korea, U.S. and Mexico New variable exhaust valve for improved 3.3-liter T-GDi exhaust tone in several markets Updated technologies with ‘connected’ 10.25-inch infotainment system Enhanced safety features include new Blind-Spot View Monitor Upgraded model on-sale globally starting from the third quarter of 2020 (SEOUL) August 27, 2020 – The updated Ki... Read the full story

27 August 2020, Bicester Heritage, UK: Aston Martin and The Little Car Company today announce the DB5 Junior, a two-thirds scale electric junior car. Developed over the last 15 months as a collaboration between the two companies, the junior car is based on Aston Martin's reference 3D scan of an original DB5 to ensure complete accuracy and authenticity. DB5 Junior Specifications At around 3m long, and 1.1m wide, the DB5 Junior is designed to easily accommodate an adult and a child side... Read the full story

DETROIT – Many people enjoy driving… until it’s time to park. So why not leave the task to the vehicle? Ford Motor Company, Bedrock and Bosch are launching a demonstration project with connected Ford Escape test vehicles that can drive and park themselves inside Bedrock’s Assembly Garage in Detroit using Bosch smart infrastructure. This is the first U.S. infrastructure-based solution for automated valet parking where the vehicle will park itself inside a parking garage. The... Read the full story

Mumbai/Tel Aviv, 26th August 2020 – Mahindra & Mahindra, part of USD 19.4 billion Mahindra Group, and REE Automotive today signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore development and manufacturing of electric commercial vehicles for global markets. Such a strategic collaboration will leverage REE’s revolutionary electric vehicle corner module and platform technology of integrating powertrain, suspension and steering components in the arch of a vehicle wheel. This coupled with... Read the full story

BRITS TURN TO FAMILY MOTORS: PREDICTIONS SUGGEST AN INCOMING BABY BOOM 1 in 3 couples admit to more ‘intimate time’ since lockdown, leading to baby boom prediction Auto Trader reports a 28% YOY increase in interest for popular family cars ahead of September plate change The most common change parents make in preparation for welcoming a new baby is upgrading to a bigger or more suitable car (36%) To find September plate change deals, visit: autotrader.co.uk/cars/deals... Read the full story

The German motor oil and additive producer LIQUI MOLY will remain the exclusive lubricant supplier for the Moto2 and Moto3 motorcycle racing series until 2023. What is more, the company also secured the naming rights for the Aragon Grand Prix at short notice. It will be held from 23 to 25 October under the name Gran Premio LIQUI MOLY de Teruel. The LIQUI MOLY Grand Prix is the sweet treat of a package that the lubricant expert has put together with Dorna Sports. The Spanish company markets... Read the full story

Project EDWARD – the road safety campaign now positioned around “Every Day Without a Road Death” – returns this year with a week of road safety activity in the week of the 14th-18th September, focussed around work-related road risk. Despite the pandemic and enforced lockdown measures, the campaign will still be prominent – more virtual than in previous years where physical road trips constituted part of the programme – but still a worthy campaign platform. The timing coincides... Read the full story

Specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co, is delighted to announce the sale of a Spar branded convenience store and Post Office in Kew Meadows, Southport. This sale presents a well-established, newly refitted, high turnover convenience store and Post Office with over 2,000 square feet of trading area. The store is located in a prime trading position in Kew Meadows, Southport. It sits within a densely populated, affluent residential area along a parade of retail units with co... Read the full story

Perfect for Team Building and Bonding. A perfect way of team building and bonding with your clients is to partake in a remote escape room game. As well as keeping your staff motivated who may now be working remotely, Twinwoods Adventure’s remote escape rooms are a great way of having fun whilst team building. How a Remote Escape Room Works. A remote escape room, works by your team connecting over the internet using the conferencing software, Zoom. You take control of a real life av... Read the full story

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Regardless of whether you call it a towbar or a “Trekhaak”: When it comes to the practical hook on the rear, Rameder is the market leader in Europe with 320,000 units sold. The company's own online shop, www.rameder.eu, is an important pillar of the business. There is now a whole webshop family with their own pages for many European countries. Freshly cleaned up and optimized in terms of responsive design, this is how they are now presented in the Netherlands, Belgium and Switzerland.... Read the full story

52% expect turnover to grow in second half of 2020 A new independent survey of over 500 decision-makers within UK businesses has revealed how companies have seized positive opportunities during the disruption caused by COVID-19: 57% of decision-makers say COVID-19 provided the incentive needed to make positive changes to their business model 41% have found new, better partners to work with as a result of supply chain disruption 35% now use cheaper suppliers than those which... Read the full story

DVSA is investing in body worn cameras for all frontline enforcement staff to reduce physical and verbal assaults. The move brings DVSA in line with many other enforcement bodies such as the police who have been using ‘bodycams’ for a number of years in their frontline work. ‘Bodycams’ are small devices slightly larger than a credit card which are usually worn on the chest, and record video and audio much like a personal CCTV device. There were 35 assault incidents on enforce... Read the full story

Building Communities. Being an Avid gamer for many years (I could even say decades) it is important if you play online is to build a circle of friends who you can play with or against. In my younger years I played with a group, or as known in the gaming world, a clan. We weren’t the best but we took it seriously, the game was Unreal Tournament and we took part in European Leagues, although finishing high we never did quite lift the cup. What was fun was three of our members were in... Read the full story

Cotton, wood pulp, clay see big gains SAVANNAH, Ga., Aug. 24, 2020- The Port of Savannah exported more loaded containers than any other port in the country from January through May, achieving a 12.2 percent market share. Garden City Terminal handled a total of 593,195 twenty-foot equivalent container units of loaded exports during the first five months of the calendar year. "In today's environment, businesses need every advantage to regain momentum and provide the growth that helps... Read the full story

The Government has allowed for reopening of stores since June 15th but until a vaccine is officially released, there is no post-COVID life, only one with it. With things constantly changing, Ian Wright, founder of Merchant Machine has compiled this guide with advice on running a store safely. You can also read the official UK Government guidance on stores here. 1. Rethinking store layouts Interiors have to be redesigned to ensure safe distancing for shoppers and employees. The total fl... Read the full story

When the first Ford Model T rolled off the assembly line at Ford in Detroit in 1908, Hermann Gebauer founded MEWA in Ostritz, Germany. Factories were then on the threshold of Industry 2.0, producing products faster and cheaper, enabling more people to buy them. MEWA supported the factories then with its innovative cleaning cloth system: 112 years later, it remains a key partner for companies across Europe that are now embracing in Industry 4.0. Birmingham, July 2020: Assembly lines, i... Read the full story

Retail sales bounced back to pre-Covid levels in July while online slumped 7%, reveal July’s ONS retail figures. Longer term, ParcelHero warns the rise of online is still unstoppable. There was plenty of good news for Britain’s beleaguered High Street retailers in July’s Office of National Statistics (ONS) retail figures released today, says the e-commerce delivery expert ParcelHero. The latest statistics reveal sales values rose 4.4% over June, with the amount of sales actually... Read the full story

As Storm Ellen is set to hit the UK this weekend, Uswitch provides essential safety advice for drivers heading out on the roads Those who drive in the bad weather could invalidate their insurance if their car is unknowingly damaged Driving through water and puddles can damage your brakes and engine – landing a hefty bill As we’ve seen in recent weeks, thunderstorms and heavy rain can be hazardous as not only do they impact your visibility, they can also damage your brakes a... Read the full story

Most practices related to CSR will involve some form of internal and external communication such as CSR reports, annual reports, PR and social media channels. We will show how communication of your CSR outcomes delivers positive narrative through all marketing channels. Training Module 6 – Communicating CSR – 25th and 27th Aug - 11am and 2.30 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/csr-training-module-6-communicating-csr-tickets-110955187954?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch Read the full story

Greater torque, more speed, improved acceleration: An ABT Power performance upgrade* achieves greater driving pleasure in many vehicles from VW, Audi, Skoda and SEAT. From 17 to 29 September 2020, this tempting offer becomes even more attractive, thanks to the ABT Power Days. A staggering 20% can be saved on all ABT Power performance upgrades. Since the last ABT Power Days, considerably more models and engine variants have been added to the inventory, but many older vehicles from the last fe... Read the full story

Leading fuel supplier1 Calor is celebrating its 85th year of trading in 2020. To mark the occasion, it is reinforcing its commitment to offering fully renewable energy by 2040 and helping other businesses to reduce their carbon footprints. Established by Richie Gill in 1935, Calor first provided essential power for mobile canteens, cooking facilities on naval craft and emergency lighting and sterilisation systems for hospitals during WW2. In 1960, the company was appointed a Royal Warra... Read the full story

Consumers want tech to protect the planet before sending tourists into space research from Expleo reveals London, 20 August 2020: Research conducted by Expleo, the technology partner for innovative companies, found that 43% of British consumers care more about technology that can reduce carbon emissions and remove plastics from the oceans, than space travel or house robots. The findings come as the UK government is under pressure to embrace a ‘green’ recovery post COVID. T... Read the full story

Working from Home. Since the Covid 19 pandemic many offices have now become defunct with employees and staff working from home. This isolation from their fellow colleagues can lead to a feeling of less worth as well as lack of motivation to meet targets and deliver their very best. Working from home is all well and good, but the lack of interaction with team members can lead to a drop in productivity so it is important to consider ways of engaging your employees as well as giving them an a... Read the full story

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Data presented by Buy Shares indicates that Tesla accounted for 81.66% of all-electric vehicles sold in the United States as of H1 2020. A total of 87,398 electric vehicles were sold during the period. Tesla market cap dwarfs competitors According to the data, 71,375 Teslas electric vehicle car models were sold. The company’s popular Tesla Model 3 was the highest-selling with 38,314 units. The research indicates that ten popular electric vehicle models were sold with some from tra... Read the full story

Full throttle ahead as Automechanika Kuala Lumpur 2021 sparks a fresh outlook on the traditional automotive trade fair. From 18 to 20 March at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, the event-oriented exhibition will uniquely combine all elements of ‘Sourcing, Entertainment and Training’ to offer a ‘S.E.T.’ of solutions for fairgoers to meet their participating objectives. An all-encompassing array of onsite activities and networking opportunities will help create a dialogue between play... Read the full story

• LEVC’s authorised UK service network doubles in size • New partnership with Rivus Fleet Solutions • 20 new service points across the UK, all in operation by October • For more information on LEVC visit www.levc.com Ansty, 19th August 2020: LEVC (London Electric Vehicle Company) has significantly grown its authorised service and maintenance network by signing a partnership with one of the UK’s largest end-to-end fleet management companies, Rivus Fleet Solutions.... Read the full story

Manchester, 19 August 2020 – A technology firm that created e-scooters, electric taxis and a new autonomous mobility system is celebrating a £110,000 injection of government incentives, tax specialist Catax can reveal. Innovative Dragon is a great example of how SMEs should be using the HMRC R&D tax relief scheme to better reward themselves when investing in new products and processes. The innovation firm spent four years and more than £1 million developing a new mobility system Fl... Read the full story

As the old saying goes, ‘giving is better than receiving’ and charitable giving platform Investors in Community has teamed up with a leading psychologist to find out why. Giving to charity can improve life satisfaction, make us happier, boost mental well being and provide a number of hidden health benefits, including reducing blood pressure and longer life expectancy. That’s according to author and psychologist Dr Phil Parker, who has partnered with Investors in Community, to high... Read the full story

Camping is booming – and this has also been noticeable at Rameder. Europe’s leading supplier of towbars is currently experiencing an above-average level of demand for these products. Ultimately, a caravan has to be connected up somewhere. However, anybody who is on the road with a caravan attached to the towbar for the first time should pay careful attention to a few fundamental things. The team at Rameder has collected together the most important tips so that you stay safe and relaxed on... Read the full story

The COVID-19 pandemic has had a severe impact on the global automotive industry, causing supply chain disruptions and factory closures. All of this placed intense pressure on the market already coping with a downshift in global demand. According to data presented by BuyShares.co.uk, the market capitalization of the world's five leading automobile manufacturers plunged by $63bn amid coronavirus crisis, falling from $426.5bn in December 2019 to $363.5bn last week. Volkswagen Group and Toy... Read the full story

AEC Europe, official importer of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ (FCA) brands Dodge and RAM in the EU / EFTA, is preparing the import and distribution of the new 2021 RAM 1500 TRX. Following Fiat Chrysler Automobiles’ unveiling of the highly anticipated 2021 RAM 1500 Rebel TRX, powered by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine with 702-horsepower output, AEC Europe announces its preparations to import and distribute the new addition to the RAM Trucks family in EU / EFTA countries. (See F... Read the full story

DriveTech is delighted to announce that following a competitive tender, they have retained the British Transport Police (BTP) contract to deliver level crossing courses. Having worked with BTP since October 2011, this was an important win for DriveTech as over 2,000 people a year go through their Level Crossing Course. BTP described DriveTech’s bid response as ‘excellent’ and awarded them a score to reflect a near perfect submission. They also commented on the delivery of custom... Read the full story

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17th August 2020: Bell Sport and Classic is delighted to offer for sale an exceptional example of the DB6 Volante, considered one of the rarest and most desirable post-war Aston Martins. The first convertible model from Newport Pagnell to carry the ‘Volante’ name, production began in 1966 with just 140 made in total. This outstanding example was supplied new by HR Owen in September 1968 and originally ordered in Platinum (white) with Dark Blue leather and a matching convertible roof.... Read the full story

These past few months have made fundraising very difficult but now is the time charities need us more than ever! We have put together a list of some of the best ideas we’ve come across and we hope these provide some good inspiration for your next lockdown fundraisers. Donate your commute. Donate all the petrol money you’ve saved or even half every month, by now you will have saved 3 months worth of petrol money, maybe consider donating alternate months! Whatever works for you.... Read the full story

We are pleased to announce that 14 organistions which achieved CSR Accreditation in the last 12 months have gone on to win an award at this years International CSR Excellence Awards (https://csrawards.co.uk). This means that they have definitely won one of our prestigious International CSR Excellence Awards (though we never reveal who has won exactly what until the trophies are presented). They competed against more than 300 other nominations in the International CSR Excellence Awards 2020... Read the full story

As we return to work businesses are likely to struggle in building momentum with regard to staffing, brand visibility and sales. There is no doubt that business practices will change forever and that we will need to make sense of these changes to reap the many advantages they will bring. There is likely to be a significant increase in the use of technology. Employers and employees will need to embrace flexible working, hot desking and reduced commuting. We hope this encourages a better unders... Read the full story

SPAR Scotland, the leading convenience store group in Scotland, is launching a lorry design competition for customers to take part in. From 14 of August until 14 September, the group is inviting customers to design the livery of a SPAR lorry which will travel the length and breadth of Scotland delivering food and drink products to SPAR stores. Colin McLean, CEO of SPAR Scotland, said: “We know the importance of community and working together to make things better. With that it is also impor... Read the full story

Shanghai, China The busy schedule that includes 6 races in 9 days saw 2019-2020 ABB FIA Formula E championship finish its 2019-2020 season finale at Berlin’s Tempelhof airport. NIO 333 F E team finished the season with improvements in qualifying and plenty of positive spirit after quality drive by Oliver Turvey and Daniel Abt. A layout change from the traditional Berlin Tempelhof airport street circuit for the final two rounds gave all Formula E teams some new challenges. It also pres... Read the full story

As of now, weekend TV viewers on Dave will be able to watch their favourite shows alongside a new strand of sponsorship by Auto Trader, the UK’s largest digital marketplace for new and used cars. The TV sponsorship of ‘Weekends on Dave’ will run from the second weekend of August for 12 months, demonstrating a long-term TV sponsorship for Auto Trader, the first in seven years of the brand’s advertising. Creatively, the campaign is set to deliver a stand-out series of 10 second a... Read the full story

Prague, 14 August 2020: TORSUS is now offering passengers of the PRAETORIAN, a heavy-duty, off-road bus, protection from COVID-19 (Coronavirus) with a new adaptive seating option that meets international social distancing guidelines. Discussions with TORSUS distributors around the world indicated that when much of the global community had to pause, multiple industries such as mining, remained operational but needed to ensure the safety of its staff to and from work sites. To support the... Read the full story

The CSR Accreditation CSR Training Course is now taking bookings for September. CSR-A are delighted to offer a 15% EARLY BIRD discount. Simply enter this promo code CSRAEarlybird when selecting your ticket on eventbright. A social responsibility strategy will help you, the Managing Director, Business Owner or Senior Executive, set better goals, make better decisions and improve your relationships. A CSR programme will improve many business functions, like streamlining the hiring pr... Read the full story