All articles by Tracy West – Page 29
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NewsDacia Spring launches in UK for less than £15k
Pre-orders are open now for the Dacia Spring electric car, which will have a launch price from just £14,995 on-the-road, making it the UK’s most affordable new electric car by thousands of pounds.
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NewsForecourt hits news for ‘incredible’ fuel prices
A family-run forecourt in Bishop Auckland has featured in the local paper several times for its ‘incredible’ fuel prices.
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NewsACS criticises government for being ‘naïve’ over disposable vapes ban
ACS has responded to the publication of regulations outlining the government’s plans to ban disposable vapes, highlighting the huge financial impact that the ban will have on retailers.
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NewsForecourt Crime Index falls but average litres drawn increases
The latest Forecourt Crime Index from BOSS (British Oil Security Syndicate), has fallen for the first time since 2021 – but the average litres drawn in each incident increased, leading to the cost per incident rising.
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NewsNew power cut info service launched for increased EV charging confidence
UK Power Networks says it is increasing EV charging confidence with the release of the country’s first open-source power cut software called Powercast.
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NewsUsed car market will undergo radical change, says new report
The UK car market is set to undergo a radical change by 2028, according to the latest Cox Automotive new and used car market forecast.
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NewsMFG to extend shop at Furthergate Service Station
MFG has been granted planning permission for extension works at its Furthergate Service Station in Blackburn.
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NewsMotorists are driving EVs further as petrol and diesel mileages fall
Britain’s motorists are driving EVs further as petrol and diesel average mileages fall, according to a new study by automotive industry data expert, cap hpi.
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NewsPenny Petroleum enters new long-term partnership with Bestway Retail
Top 50 Indie Penny Petroleum has entered into a new long-term partnership with Bestway Retail.
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Product NewsCategory first for Mentos
Perfetti Van Melle is launching Mentos Discovery, which offers a category-first 14 different flavour sweets in one roll.
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NewsMFG seeks to add EV charging at Knutsford site
MFG has applied for planning permission to add EV chargepoints at its Mobberley Road Service Station in Knutsford.
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Product NewsSHOP TALK: an appreciation for retail staff
Can you believe it’s March already? Mother’s Day is just days away and Easter falls early this year, happening at the end of the month.
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Product NewsRed Bull’s new Summer Edition is Curuba Elderflower
The new Red Bull Summer Edition aims to tap into the growing demand for flavoured energy, with 41% more flavoured energy drinks sold per store in the last two years alone (Nielsen).
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Product NewsTwo more limited editions for Irn-Bru Xtra
Irn-Bru Xtra is rolling out two limited edition flavours, following the success of last year’s Tropical and Ice Cream products, to help retailers drive demand and build excitement ahead of the summer.
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Product NewsCheesy Specials from Pladis
Pladis has added new limited editions to its £82m Jacob’s Mini Cheddars brand (Nielsen data).
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Product NewsConsumers can win with Carling
Carling hopes to build excitement, as the final stages of the FA Cup approach, with a new on-pack promotion and marketing campaign.
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Product NewsWin £1,000 towards your energy bills with Britvic
Britvic is giving retailers the chance to win £1,000 towards their energy bills this year, alongside a bespoke planogram for their store to help power up their soft drink sales.
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Product NewsCoke gets a lemon twist
Coca-Cola is adding a twist to its ‘Real Coke’ taste with the launch of two new lemon flavours.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON FORECOURT SHOW 2024
If you’re looking for a new fuel supplier or want advice on investing in valeting equipment. If you’re looking for a cutting-edge security solution or help on extending the lifespan of your forecourt assets. Or if you want advice regarding the thorny issue of fuel pricing, then the Forecourt Show is the place to go.
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NewsOperators secure funding for better truckstops
Exelby Services and Ron Perry & Son are two of the companies to receive funding to make truckstops better for HGV drivers.