All articles by John Wood – Page 106
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NewsPRA refutes claims by Which? that drivers were overcharged during lockdown
The PRA has refuted claims by Which? magazine that drivers were overcharged for fuel during lockdown. The magazine claimed its research showed that in March, when oil prices and then wholesale fuel prices plunged, rather than passing on full savings dealers were pumping up their margins. It used this as a basis for claiming there should be a fuel price regulator.
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NewsForecourt fuel sales recover to 88% of their pre-lockdown levels
Forecourt fuel sales took a major step last week in their recovery since the start of the coronavirus pandemic, with a near 5% week-on-week increase to 88% of pre-lockdown levels for the week ending August 2.
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NewsTwo publicly-accessible hydrogen refuelling stations planned in Teesside
Hydrogen technology specialist Logan Energy has been chosen as the partner to supply two publicly-accessible hydrogen refuelling stations in Teesside, in a £2.25m project.
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NewsPark Garage Group raises more than £20,000 for NHS Charities Together
As part of its ongoing commitment to community causes, Top 50 Indie Park Garage Group recently launched a campaign to support health workers in their fight against the Covid-19 crisis.
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NewsACS prepared to engage with authorities over new planning system
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has pledged to work with the government and local authorities to make sure the planning system works for communities and the retailers who serve them.
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NewsEV Network secures £50m initial funding to develop about 100 locations
The EV Network, (EVN), a developer of high-powered EV charging stations, has secured £50m funding for construction of its first round of projects.
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NewsBMW hybrids to automatically switch to electric mode in low emission zones
BMW has launched new software for its hybrid cars which automatically switches them to electric driving mode when they enter an ultra low emission zone (ULEZ).
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NewsUKIFDA argues against banning sales of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars by 2035
The UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association (UKIFDA) has criticised the government’s policy on transport in its drive to reach zero carbon by 2050. Responding to the government’s consultation on ending sales of new petrol, diesel and hybrid cars by 2035, it said it disagreed with the proposal.
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NewsRobber assaults forecourt shop worker and steals three-figure sum
Officers from Police Scotland have launched an investigation after a man attacked a member of staff and robbed a petrol station in Leven, Fife.
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NewsPetrol station car wash workers reportedly attacked with metal bars
Officers from Wiltshire Police have arrested two men following reports of an attack on workers at a Swindon petrol station on the morning of Tuesday August 4.
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NewsPrediction 350,000 home charging points could be installed in UK by 2025
By 2025 more than 350,000 homes across the UK will be fitted with an electric home charging system, according to Andersen, a British manufacturer and installer of high-end home-charging points.
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NewsFuel prices rise for second consecutive month but set to go down again
The average prices of petrol and diesel rose for the second consecutive month, according to RAC Fuel Watch data for July, but it reports they could be on the way down again within days.
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NewsUKPIA publishes annual Statistical Review with additional features
A number of new features have been introduced as UKPIA has published the 2020 edition of its annual Statistical Review.
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NewsPRA slams proposals to bring forward ban on new petrol and diesel cars and vans
The PRA has voiced strong opposition to the proposal to bring forward the ban on sales of new petrol, diesel, and hybrid cars and vans from 2040 to 2035 or earlier.
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NewsElectric overhead cables proposed to power electric lorries
Electric cables over the inside lanes of motorways could be used to power electric lorries, according to a report written for the Centre for Sustainable Road Freight (CSRF).
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NewsPetrol station fuel sales edge up to 84% of their pre-lockdown levels
Forecourt fuel sales increased for the 15th successive week to reach 84% of their pre-lockdown levels for the week ending July 26.
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NewsMurco secures its second business win in Devon this year
Murco has made its second dealer gain in Devon this year.
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NewsThree men jailed for burglary of Carlisle petrol filling station
Three men have been jailed following an investigation into a burglary at Whiteclosegate Service Station on Brampton Old Road, Carlisle, on November 6 last year.
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NewsACS welcomes recommendation to ensure small shops are well supplied
A report by MPs highlighting the value of local shops providing food supplies to local communities at the start of the Covid-19 outbreak has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsTrial for rapid charging solution without additional electricity infrastructure
A site has been chosen for a trial of new technology that could deliver town centre electric vehicle (EV) rapid chargers without the need for additional electricity infrastructure.