Tuesday September 07, 2010
Contract Hire, Car Leasing Latest news, models & prices
How slow can you go!!
During my probationary period at Britannia, I have spent 3 months driving all the different part exchanges, some have been great and others have been awful to drive. I consider it a huge privilege having the opportunity to drive all these different models but this blog was prompted after trying to get past a van this morning on the bypass, my engine was at the highest revs, squealing, a BMW was right up the back of me but my little car felt as though it wasn’t moving!
Tax Free Motoring from Britannia
If you haven’t got time to spend in your garage tinkering away on a classic car there are easier ways to own a vehicle without having to pay the dreaded car tax, another perk associated with low CO2 vehicles is paying less personal tax when you take a vehicle on Contract Hire, take a look at some of the best tax free cars on the market according to “Dan Trent MSN/Cars” available to purchase or lease through Britannia Leasing Ltd.
Have you been a victim of "Crash for Cash"?
You’re driving along, nearing a roundabout when and idiotic driver slams on the brakes and you crash into the back of them!
You could be a victim of a “Crash for Cash” scheme of which fraudsters are claiming thousands of pounds from innocent motorists. The Insurance Fraud Bureau (IFB) estimates around 30,000 accidents are staged each year, with each claim averaging around £17,000.
According to Greater Manchester Police, fraudsters are picking out victims such as elderly people or single parents who are unlikely to cause them any issues.
Washing car bad for the environment!!
Did you know that washing your car on the streets causes dirty water to run into local rivers and causes harm to local wildlife?
A study released by Total UK and supported TheGreenCarWebsite.co.uk stated that over half the UK population regularly hand wash their cars, thinking it is better for the environment than regulated car washes. If 43 million people hand washed cars 14 billion litres of untreated water would flow into our rivers and streams.
Fancy owning one the first Range Rover Evoque's
Britannia have secured some of the very first build slots for the smallest, lightest and most fuel efficient Range Rover ever produced.
Unveiled by Victoria Beckham and built in the UK the new boldly styled Coupe shows Range Rover’s intent to capture a whole new audience. The Range Rover Evoque will be a direct Rival to the Audi Q5 and BMW X3. The vehicle was unveiled in London’s Kensington Palace in early July, the interior is expected to be revealed in September at the Paris Motor Show.
Le Mans revving up in Chelsea for Charity!
In support of Chelsea Pensioners and hosted in the beautiful surroundings of the famous Royal Hospital, Chelsea Autolegends Ltd presents a whole host of racing legends and cars including, Steve McQueen’s 1970 Porsche 917, this car was the 1970 & 1971 Le mans winner, later banned for being too fast, Ecurie Ecosse Jaguar XKD603. 2nd place overall at Le Mans in 1957, Gulf Kremer Porsche K8. 6th place overall at Le Mans 1994, Harrods Mclaren F1 LM. 3rd place overall at Le Mans 1995.
Can Potholes be good for your car, the future says so!
Levant Power Corporation is currently working on a brand new ground-breaking shock absorber which absorbs impact when traveling over bumps and rough surfaces, the new device converts the energy to electricity, to power an array of electrical devices such as CD player, wipers and head lights. This means that less fuel is required to power these items.
The new product known as GenShocks will indicate no more avoiding pot holes and speed bumps but actually looking for them to increase fuel economy.
Get Selling That Old Banger!
British car Austions have announced a slight increase in value of used cars during June, the average price rose by £146 from May to June 2010. This is great news for leasing customers, if the residual value of vehicles is increasing this means that Contract Hire and Car Leasing prices will ultimately become more competitive due to vehicles retaining value.
British Car Auctions reported a 16% increase in sales of ex fleet vehicles that has ultimately affected the values of all used vehicles.
If you were WAG what would you drive?
Check out some of the cars the footballers WAGS are driving!
Britannia is based in Wilmslow, Cheshire we pride ourselves in being able to provide every make and model of vehicle, we can also supply the high end stuff that the WAG’s are driving.
Jaguar is having a storming start to 2010
Jaguar has had a successful start to 2010 with sales of the brand new XJ outselling the Mercedes S class and BMW 7 Series, in addition to the Jaguar XF which outsold the BMW 5 Series and 7 Series in June. Jaguar has confirmed new expansion plans to create a car to replace the X-type to rival the Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series. The eagerly awaited F Type, small 2 seater sports car has also been confirmed, expected to be named the XE which will be available in 2012.
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