|
|
Glove box guide
publication date: Nov 17, 2008
|
author/source: Robin Roberts
Mass production was officially launched in the first European Hyundai automotive plant - Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Czech in Nosovice, the Czech Republic. The i30 is the first vehicle to be built in the new plant and will take over the supply of i30s to the European market after was exported from the factory in Seoul.
All road users can support this year's National Anti-Bullying week by brushing up on their knowledge of the rules of the road. The RAC Foundation is encouraging motorists in particular to refresh their knowledge of the Highway Code - something they may not have done since they learned to drive. Bullying by drivers is often called 'road rage', but whatever term is used, the causes and the outcomes are easy to recognise. Being over-confident about driving skills and the rules of the road lead to a series of actions and reactions that can end in disaster.
Porsche has opened its Driving Experience Centre adjacent to the famous Silverstone Grand Prix circuit, Northamptonshire. The world-class centre allows every customer of a new Porsche in the UK and Ireland to receive expert tuition in their driving skills as well as the performance capabilities of their car as part of their purchase experience.
Travelfootprint has added a new Fleet Emissions Audit tool to its set of free online emissions calculators to help businesses assess the environmental impact of their vehicle fleet. Users simply input the amount of fuel used over a defined period, and the tool automatically calculates the total lifecycle CO2 emissions.
|