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askMID.com – the roadside insurance check on your smartphone
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A new service recently launched by the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB) will help millions of people unlucky enough to be involved in a road traffic accident: using your smartphone you can now check another vehicle’s insurance details at the roadside.

The service will not only help remove some of the stress involved in taking down important insurance details at the scene, it will also let you know immediately if any of the other motorists involved are not insured.

Using your smartphone, you simply visit askMID.com where you’ll then be asked to enter:

  • Your email address
  • Your vehicle’s registration number
  • The third party vehicle’s registration number

And for a fee of £4, you’ll then receive confirmation of insurer and contact details both on screen, as well as by email.

If any of the details given to you by the third party at the scene don’t match those in the MIB database, or the third party isn’t insured, you can inform the police or your insurers straight away.

The MIB still recommend that you note down all the addresses and contact details from all involved parties including witnesses, plus the vehicle registrations and insurance details; they suggest you may also want to take photographs of any damage.

Uninsured Losses

You may be thinking that people surely aren’t foolish enough to drive without insurance. Not so – whilst the number of uninsured drivers caught has decreased by 34% since 2011, still nearly half a million UK motorists have received penalty points for driving without insurance over the past three years. Uninsured driving remains a UK-wide problem.

And if that statistic isn’t enough, it is estimated that uninsured and untraced drivers kill 130 people and injure 26,500 every year. Research shows that uninsured drivers are also five times more likely to be involved in road collisions, and will fail to comply with other road traffic requirements.

Our advice is to bookmark the MIB website in your smartphone’s browser, and should the unthinkable happen, be sure to log on to askMID.com and make use of this invaluable service.

[Data from The Churchill report and the Motor Insurers Bureau.]

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Land Rover’s Latest Innovation

Land Rover has revealed that they have developed an innovation that will allow drivers to see through their own bonnets and view the terrain below with the use of augmented technology.

The car giant claims that the new technology will render the bonnet ‘virtually’ invisible from inside the vehicle. Whilst this may not be of significant use to road users, Land Rover do say that it will considerably enhance their vehicles’ off-road ability.

Land Rover’s director of research and technology, Dr. Wolfgang Epple has said of the technology, ‘As our vehicles become more capable and autonomous off-road we will ensure the driver has the confidence to allow the car to continue to progress over any terrain.’ He goes on to exclaim how technology will hold a key part in the future of the motor industry: ‘We believe the next 25 years will be the most exciting and dynamic that the automotive industry has ever experienced. There will be huge strides in environmental innovation in safety and capability.’

The transparent bonnet, along with a whole host of new technologies, is to be showcased at the New York International Motorshow which gets under way on April 16th.

Record First Quarter for Mercedes Vans

The number of Mercedes vans registered in the first quarter of 2014 is 12.5% up on the same period last year. Totalling 6,619 units and marking the fifth consecutive quarter that Mercedes has experienced growth for their vans, this sets a record high for the German manufacturer.

Additionally, parts, 24hour roadside recovery and sales of service contracts have all also experienced very solid first quarters, with the latter achieving 178% of its targets.

The managing director of Mercedes-Benz Vans, Steve Bridge, attributes the record breaking start to 2014 to the “hard work and commitment of a fantastic team.”

Ultra-Low Emission Zone to Arrive in London

London is to become the first city in the world to have an ultra-low emission zone (ULEZ) which would encompass all types of vehicles. The zone will operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is expected to cover an area of central London similar to the current Congestion Charge zone.

Transport for London are currently gaining stakeholders’ views on the proposal before publishing the consultation document next year and a ULEZ order next year (2015). This would then allow fleets 5 years to change their transport operations to ensure that their vehicles comply with new rules before the ULEZ takes effect in 2020.

The new Euro 6 compliance standards for mono-nitrogen oxides (NOx) is expected to be the key entry requirement into the ULEZ. With over 25% of road NOx emissions in central London being accounted for by cars and vans, the Euro 6 compliance standards are seen as vitally important to aiding the reduction of bad emissions by reducing NOx by up to 70%.

Autocar raise the valid point that it’s “another step towards banning older diesel and petrol-powered private cars from the city centre” posing sigificant financial implications for many ordinary Londoners.

Faced with such changes to legislation and regulations, it’s no wonder leasing is fast becoming a preferred means of motoring, offering not just flexibility, but reassurance and compliance too. Call us on 01753 851561 to discuss how leasing can be of benefit to you.

Car of the Week

Our car of the week this week is this super Vauxhall Corsa Energy 1.2VVTi 5Dr Hatch – available to lease, or purchase:

Year / Reg 2013
Mileage 190
Engine 1.2L
Fuel Petrol
Gearbox Manual
Consumption (combined) 51.4mpg
CO2 emissions 129g/km
0-62mph 13.6 seconds
Engine Power 85bhp
Colour Carbon Flash Black

Vauxhall Corsa Energy 1.2VVTi 5Dr Hatch

This super runabout is available on 4-year and 3-year lease deals. If you’d like to book a test drive or talk to us out about the options, then don’t hesitate to call on 01753 851561.

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The Week In Motoring #6
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2014 Budget

First on the motoring agenda for George Osborne in the 2014 budget announcement was to reveal that the proposed fuel duty rise in September of this year is to be abandoned: fuel duty will now in fact be frozen until September 2015 – welcome news for motorists.

More good news was to come, this time for classic cars as a 40-year rolling period keeps them exempt from vehicle tax duty – likely to have a welcome positive impact on their values, too.

It’s not all good news however, as the Chancellor announced that vehicles in tax bands D upwards would experience a minimum of £5 increase in vehicle excise duty.

Perhaps the most widely reported outcome of the Budget was the revelation that a £200million fund would be handed to local authorities in a bid to help repair the potholes that have appeared on Britain’s roads as a result of several harsh winters. Whilst this is a good start, many critics have pointed out that it’s not nearly enough to address the widespread poor state of our roads. Professor Stephen Glaister, RAC Director, stated: ‘our road maintenance backlog stretches back to some £10.5billion worth of repair, which means that the cash will go less than two percent of the way to addressing the problem.’

Tyre Safety Campaign Encourages Drivers to Regularly Check Their Tyres

Britain’s battered and bruised roads have sparked a tyre safety campaign to urge drivers to check their tyres and wheels for damage more often. The advice comes after the Chancellor announced that increased funds will be provided to local governments to help fix Britain’s roads.

TyreSafe chairman Stuart Jackson stated, “While the announcement of extra funds to help repair the UK’s roads is welcome news, it will not happen overnight. In the meantime, it’s critical that drivers pay particular attention to the condition of their tyres and wheels as hitting a pothole can cause significant damage.”

Jackson goes on to say that untreated tyre damage could present substantial danger not just the driver but other road users too.

Even slight damage to tyres, such as hairline cracks, can cause the tyre to slowly deflate. If a wheel is driven with an under-inflated state for prolonged periods it can cause the tyre to overheat, resulting in a greater chance of deflation in the future.

It is vitally important to check your tyre pressure regularly, particularly in the days after hitting a pothole. The correct tyre pressures for your vehicle can be found in its handbook.

Company Car Drivers Leading the way with Low CO₂ Emissions

The amount of Carbon Emissions from new company cars reached an all time low of 120.4g/km in February according to ALD Automotive, beating the previous low of 125.2g/km set at the end of 2013.

Company car CO₂ emissions have been significantly reduced in the past 5 years, having fallen by a total 17% (27% in the past 10 years). Moreover, they are also 8g/km below the UK’s average for new vehicles, something Fleet News claim “demonstrates that company car drivers are leading the way in terms of reducing carbon emissions.”

The latest findings from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) indicate that a car produced in 2014 is typically 14% more efficient than one produced in 2009. Mel Dawson, Managing Director at ALD, suggested that Benefit in Kind taxation is the main driving force behind low CO₂ emissions for company cars: “Our survey of over 1,000 company car drivers in 2013 found that BIK was the most influential factor for company car drivers when choosing their next vehicle.”

With increases in BIK announced for vehicles with over 75g/km of carbon emissions in last week’s Budget, this form of taxation is likely to continue to be a major influencer for company car drivers and their choice of vehicle.

Car of the Week

Our vehicle of the week is this executive BMW 318d SAL 2.0 Luxury Auto – Business Media:

Year / Reg 2013
Mileage 8,000
Engine 2.0L
Fuel Diesel
Gearbox Auto
Consumption (combined) 62.8mpg
0-62mph 8.9 seconds
Engine Power 143bhp
Body Saloon
Colour Blue

BMW-SAL

If you’d like to book a test drive or talk to us out about the latest leasing options for this vehicle, then don’t hesitate to call on 01753 851561.

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100% Electric Nissan e-NV200 Taxi Heads for Amsterdam

Amsterdam-based Taxi Electric is to become the first private taxi company to add the Nissan e-NV200 taxi to its fleet of zero emission taxis.

The 100% electric e-NV200 taxi will join the 25 LEAFs that Taxi Electric have been using since it became the first private taxi company to operate a fleet of 100% electric taxis in November 2011.

Reliability has not been an issue for the company who have amassed over 1.5million KM since going completely electric which Andy Palmer, European vice President of Nissan says is testament to Nissan’s electric technology.

“(Taxi Electric) have covered an astonishing distance in their fleet in such a short time and have shown just how reliable our electric technology is in a demanding environment. Their pioneering spirit closely matches ours and we are certain they will continue their success with the ground-breaking Nissan e-NV200.”

Cars on UK Roads Reaches 10-year high

2013 saw a 1.4% rise in the number of cars on UK roads reaching a total of 31,917,885 units – over 436,000 up on 2012. Not only demonstrating a 10-year high in industry growth, they also reflect greater vehicle longevity.

It’s said that improvements in car reliability as well as several economic factors have seen the lifespan of cars significantly extended – the average age now being a year older compared to a decade ago. Additionally, numbers of cars over 12 years old rose by a staggering 11.3% in 2012 further proof that cars are being kept on the road for longer.

Chief Executive of SMMT, Mike Hawes, added ‘With more cars bought and less scraped in recent years, the total number on UK roads reached an all time high last year.’

Formula 1 Returns

Looking ahead, we’re very much looking forward to the upcoming Formula 1 season that gets underway this weekend in Melbourne. Let’s face it, the last four seasons have hardly been filled with edge-of-your-seat excitement as Sebastian Vettel’s Red Bull has calmly jogged to four consecutive world titles, but there have been murmurings that this season’s championships is set to be one of the most exhilarating in 30 years.

We suggest that this sense of anticipation is down to the sheer unpredictability of the year ahead. New engines, new rules, new regulations, new drivers; this really is impossible to call.

Some bookies have Lewis Hamilton down as a potential favourite for the title but it would still take a brave punter to lump on with him at this early stage. Perhaps most encouraging for those wanting a more competitive season this year is the fact that Red Bull are still experiencing significant issues with their latest car, the RB10, meaning that we are unlikely to see Vettel with one hand on the championship trophy as we enter June.

The RedBull RB10

Whatever happens this year, we can’t wait. But what about you? Are you excited for the new season or have recent years meant you’ve found a better way to spend your Sunday afternoons?

Predictions:
• Drivers Championship:– Lewis Hamilton
• Constructors Championship:– Mercedes

Car of the Week

Our vehicle of the week is the excellent Kia Cee’d – we have two on loan as demonstrators at our showroom at the moment. Here’s the spec. of the vehicle we’ve been driving:

Year / Reg 2013
Mileage New
Engine 1.6L
Fuel Diesel
Gearbox Manual
Body Hatchback
Colour Black

Kia C'eed

You can read our full profile on this vehicle here (and watch the video too!). If you’d like to book a test drive and talk to us out about our latest leasing options, then don’t hesitate to call on 01753 851561.

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The Week In Motoring #4
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Ferrari California Goes Turbo

Ferrari have released details of their latest model and successor to the California, the California T. This is the first Ferrari to be fitted with a turbo engine since the F40 hypercar went out of production in 1992.

So, how does the turbo compare to its predecessor? The 3.8litre V8 engine produces 552bhp and 556lb or torque, which is 62bhp more and double the torque of the previous model. This all results in the ability to go from 0-62mph in 3.6 seconds, 0.2 seconds faster than the California. The turbo also produces 15% less CO₂ at 250g/km CO₂.

Time to start saving the pennies if you want to get your hands on one as the entry price is £155,000! Nonetheless, we can’t wait to see this beauty out on the roads.

Set to be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March.

Average LCV Value Rise in January

January has seen the value for second hand light commercial vehicles marginally increase to an average of £5,322, an £11 increase on December 2013. It signals the 6th month in a row that the average value has exceeded £5,000 and is the highest value since Pulse started reporting in 2005.

Values are up 13.9% from last year, an increase of £653.

Duncan Ward, BCA General Manager for commercial vehicles has said, ‘January essentially delivered more of what we saw throughout the previous 12 months – a shortage of stock allied to decent levels of demand that generated exceptionally strong prices in the used van market. With stock remaining thin on the ground, buyer demand is focused on the best quality commercial vehicles and this is driving values up.’

Renault Unveils 3rd Gen Twingo

The next generation Twingo has been released by Renault and it will feature extra doors and a rear-mounted engine in a joint development with Smart. The French car manufacturer claims that the main benefit that occurs to the car as a result of the newly positioned engine is a considerable improvement in the turning circle.

A smaller engine, the positioning of the wheels and the rear mounted engine all contribute towards improved cabin space.

Renault’s head of design said that the Twingo ‘was inspired not only by the original Twingo but also by the Renault 5. It is a modern take on the city car genre with the accent on innovation in terms of its lines and architecture. New Twingo is a fun, playful and vibrant city car.’

As is the case with the Ferrari, the new Twingo will be given its public debut at the Geneva Motor Show… but you can take a look at it in this teaser video:

Car of the Week

The car of the week is our superb BMW 3 Series M Sport.

Year / Reg 2013 (63)
Mileage 800
Engine 3.0L
Fuel Diesel
Gearbox Automatic
Body Estate
Colour Grey

BMW 120i

Price: £36,999

The car is in excellent condition (both interior and exterior) and comes with a full service history, 3 month guarantee and 12 months MOT.

For further information, please call 01753 851561, or click here to view full details.

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Citroen C4 Cactus

Earlier in the week we tweeted our approval at the online marketing of Citroen in the build-up to the unveiling of their new car: the C4 Cactus.

The ‘teaser’ strategy used by Citroen saw them revealing small details and images of their new car designed to raise a sense of anticipation – something that certainly worked with us!

Well, the official online unveiling has now occurred and we have the inside scoop…

Perhaps the most notable feature of the Cactus is the ‘Airbump’ plastic panels located on the doors. TopGear described the panels as acting like ‘bubble wrap’ designed to make a surface that’s resistant to scratches. The interior has been designed to house both minimalistic simplicity and spacious comfort. Unconfirmed reports suggest that there are likely to be two petrol and two diesel engines, emitting between 82-100g/km of CO₂ with the 110bhp turbo three-cylinder petrol engine able to reach a top speed of 118mph.

WhatCar? describe the Cactus as a ‘radical family hatchback’ with ‘radical’ being the optimum word. The design is sure to receive a spiky reception (sorry, couldn’t resist!) but we believe it’s good to see cars going against the grain in their designs, producing something different from what we’ve seen before.

Watch the trailer for the new Citroen Cactus here:

New Luxury Automotive Brand to Come out of Britain

A new automotive brand has been created by British businessman David Brown, named simply ‘David Brown Automotive.’ As a classic car enthusiast himself, Brown wanted to ‘refresh the classic British sports car for the 21st century,’ and so he constructed a highly skilled and experienced design team to aid him in the creation of his vision. Among the team was Alan Mobberley who worked as Land Rover’s chief designer for over 19 years. Brown also sought the help of automotive engineering experts Envisage Group to develop the car for production.

Brown stated, ‘I wanted all the impact and style of a classic sports car, but with modern capabilities and conveniences.’ Rather than reworking an old design, Brown wanted to create completely original designs for both the interior and exterior, and even fitted the car with bespoke British interior trim.

The car is set to be unveiled at Monaco’s Top Marques Show in April. We can’t wait to see the finished product!

New Car Fleet and Business Registrations Slightly up on 2013

53.8% of overall new car sales in January were accounted for by fleet and business registrations, equating to 83,145 out of overall figures of 154,562.

This figure is up 0.7% on January 2013.

Position Car Model # Units Sold
1 Ford Fiesta 9,072
2 Ford Focus 5,333
3 Vauxhall Corsa 4,470
4 VW Golf 4,390
5 VW Polo 3,875
6 Vauxhall Astra 3,999
7 Audi A3 3,130
8 Nissan Qashqai 3.028
9 Nissan Juke 2,704
10 Fiat 500 2,595

Source: Fleet News

As the table above demonstrates, the top two selling cars of Jan 2014 were both Fords – with the Fiesta pipping the Focus to the top spot. Vauxhall, VW and Nissan also enjoyed high sales.

Vehicle of the Week

Our vehicle of the week is this brilliant Mercedes Vito Van.

Year / Reg 2011 (60)
Mileage 98,000
Engine 2.2L
Fuel Diesel
Gearbox Manual
Body Van
Colour Red

BMW 120i

Price: £8,000

This Mercedes Vito van is in superb condition, has three seats, full service history and 12 months MOT. Part-ex considered.

For further information, please call 01753 851561, or click here to view full details.

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Ferrari 250 TR Becomes the Most Expensive Car Ever Sold In Britain

Don’t you hate it when you bid for a car but someone pips you to the post by offering more money? Well, our bid for the Ferrari 250 TR was slightly improved on by an anonymous bidder who snapped up the racer for £24million. This 1950s beauty has a 3.0 litre V12 engine and 300bhp and can reach a top speed of 167mph.

The seller was 1961 Formula 1 World Champion Phil Hill who, along with Peter Collins, raced it to victory in the 1958 12 Hours of Sebring. The car also picked up victory at the 1000km Buenos Aires and raced in 1957 at Le Mans.

In 1967, the car was donated to the Ford Dearborn Museum where it lived for 30 long years.

UK Car Manufacturing at 6 Year High

Figures produced by the Society of Motor Manufacturers show a 3.1% rise in UK manufactured cars during 2013, with 1.5 million cars coming off the production line. The figure is the highest since 2007 and is expected to keep rising with estimates suggesting over 2 million cars could be UK produced by 2017, making it the 3rd largest car manufacturer in Europe.

Business Secretary Vince Cable speaks very optimistically of the rise in UK manufacturing stating, “Today’s figures are another sign that the British Car Industry is going from strength to strength – with one vehicle rolling off a production line someone in the UK every 20 seconds.”

Around 80% of the cars produced were exported around the world which Cable says is “testament to the diverse, high quality of British Manufacturing.”

New Campaign Highlights Risks to Business Drivers

Surprisingly, it has emerged that 21% of traffic collisions in the North-East involve people driving for work purposes. This has caused members of the public to question why there isn’t the same attention paid to highlighting the dangers of driving for work as there is drink driving, which is accountable for a quarter less traffic collisions.

From 2008 – 2012, 74 people died as a result of collisions involving business-related travel in the North-East with a further 748 serious injuries and 8262 slight injuries.

These statistics have caused Road Safety North East to launch a new campaign warning businesses that they could be prosecuted if they neglect their employer responsibilities. Among the campaign are guidelines including paying attention to weather conditions, avoiding distractions and to allow ample time for their journeys. The campaign also reminds employers that they are liable under the Corporate Manslaughter Act if their policies are not up to standard.

Schumacher Slowly Coming Out of Coma

7-time Formula 1 World Champion Michael Schumacher is having his sedation reduced as doctors prepare to bring him out of his coma. Sabire Kehm has stated that doctors are beginning the ‘waking up process’ but that bringing Schumacher out of his coma “could take a long time.”

Schumacher has been in a medically-induced coma since 29th December after suffering a serious head injury whilst skiing in the French Alps. His family have requested continued privacy from the general public but have expressed their “sincere appreciation for the worldwide sympathy.”

Car of the Week

Our car of the week this week is the fantastic BMW 1 Series 120i.

Year / Reg 2010 (60)
Mileage 90,490
Engine 2.0L
Fuel Petrol
Gearbox Manual
Body Coupe
Colour White

BMW 120i

Price: £9,999

This BM1 Series Coupe is in excellent condition (both interior and exterior) and comes with a full service history, 3 month guarantee and 12 months MOT.

For further information, please call 01753 851561, or click here to view full details.

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Vauxhall Insignia Named Company Car of the Year

Business Car Manager have announced that the Vauxhall Insignia has been named the SME Company Car of the Year. The winner was decided by a high profile panel, chaired by Business Secretary Vince Cable, who were said to be impressed with not only the improved overall quality of the car but more specifically technological and style improvements as well as the further lowering of emissions. ‘Cheap to run and good to drive, the Insignia seems like a real no-compromise company car,’ (BCM).

The Insignia also picked up Best Large Company Car and Best Company Car for Tax Categories. Call WVL on 01753 851561 to discuss our current best leasing deal for your business!

Audi Q3 – the Fastest Selling Used Car

It is believed that the weather warnings and threats of storms have had a significant effect on consumer purchasing habits with 7 out of the top 10 selling used cars being 4x4s. With an average time span of 33.5 days spent on dealers’ forecourts, the Audi Q3 is currently the fastest selling used car in the UK. A close second was the Jeep Patriot which spent an average of 36.2 days on the forecourts. Mercedes Benz R-Class was this month’s slowest selling used car for the second month running, spending an average of 136.3 days on the forecourts.

Fiat Professional Announce 70% Increase in Sales

Fiat Professional have announced a 70% increase in sales, over twice that of their nearest rivals. The growth sees their UK LCW market share rise from 1.5% to 4.4%. They saw sales of over 13,500 units in 2013 despite not releasing any all-new models.

It seems there is no slowing down for the manufacturer this year with Fiat Professional director, Sebastiano Federigo stating, ‘With even more in the pipeline for 2014, we’re looking forward to another strong performance this year.’

Vauxhall Vans Make it 12 Years at Number 1

Building over 44,000 vans from their Luton plant in 2013, Vauxhall has retained the title of Britain’s number 1 van maker for the 12th year running. The figure is over 3 times that of their nearest rivals. Vauxhall’s Chairman and Managing Director, Duncan Aldred, hailed the Vauxhall Vivaro as the ‘lynchpin’ of their ‘award-winning’ van range.

The new Vivaro is currently in pre-production and will go on sale later this year.

Chevrolet Unveils the Camaro Z/28.R

If you like your cars a little more rare and exotic, Chevrolet have unveiled their latest endurance racer: the Camaro Z/28.R. Unsurprisingly based on the Z/28, it contains the same 7.0L V8 engine and generates approximately 505bhp. Where this car differs from the road car is through the addition of a front splitter, rear splitter and belly pan which all improve the car’s downforce.

Mark Kent, Chevy’s motorsport director, says of the Z/28.R, ‘Apart from series-mandated equipment and the specialised suspension components needed for endurance racing, it’s as close to a production-spec race car as you’ll find.’

Additional details on the racer a likely to be announced once the car makes its track debut.

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