All articles by Tracy West – Page 69
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON SUMMER: Sizzling sales
Who can forget summer 2022? On July 19, a new UK and England record was set when thermometers hit 40.3 degrees in Lincolnshire. Not only was this a 1.6 degree increase on the previously recorded hottest temperate, it was also the first time 40 degrees was recorded in the UK.
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AnalysisANALYSIS: Planning for more EV chargers
While charge point operators (CPOs) such as Fastned are ready to invest millions in the UK, cumbersome planning regulations are slowing the rollout down. So says Tom Hurst, UK country manager at Fastned.
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Equipment NewsSewell on the go makes Connections
Sewell on the go is utilising an integrated software platform to drive efficiencies and streamline growth.
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Equipment NewsSuresite addresses unattended market with contactless payment device solution
Suresite Group has announced that its new ‘unattended’ contactless payment solution is now live and has already exceeded initial demand expectations.
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Equipment NewsIstobal launches M’WASH3 PRO
Istobal has launched the M’WASH3 PRO, a new high-end rollover that unifies its previous M’NEX32 and FLEX5 models. The new machine is designed to offer greater control and quality in car cleaning through more efficient and connected technology.
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Equipment NewsTLM technologies changes name to MADIC UK
TLM technologies used this week’s National Convenience Show at the NEC Birmingham to introduce retailers to its new name: MADIC UK .
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Equipment NewsACS to host Technology Showcase
Retailers can catch up with the latest tech by attending ACS’s Technology Showcase which will take place on May 16 from 10am to 1pm at Everyman Broadgate, London.
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Equipment NewsHenderson Print invests for continued success
Henderson Print, part of the Henderson Group in Northern Ireland, has invested in the latest print technology to increase the range of work it can do and further enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON PUMP-TOP PROMOTIONS: Crowning glory
Filling up with petrol or diesel is not the most exciting of activities. Yes, some sites have state-of-the-art tech that features snazzy screens that distract you by telling you about the latest offers you can find in-store. But more will have pump crowners telling you about some gadget or other that you just can’t live without. You know the types of things – ranging from the super-useful such as the dashboard phone mount to the item you never thought you needed until you saw it – such as a Super Sonic Scrubber.
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NewsJLR to invest £15bn in EVs
Jaguar Land Rover, which was recently renamed JLR, is investing £15bn over five years in producing EVs, including its first UK-made battery car
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NewsMotorist fined £400 for reversing into petrol pumps
A motorist who reversed into two pumps at the Go Petrol Station at Newell Road in Dungannon and drove off, has been fined £400. According to Northern Ireland World, 76-year old David Campbell was also ordered to pay a £15 offender’s levy and given eight penalty points.
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NewsDetectives release CCTV image following armed robbery
Detectives in Rotherham have released a CCTV image of a man they would like to speak to in connection with a robbery, in which a knife was used.
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Industry FeatureAWARD WINNERS: The community Cabin
Many forecourts do good work for their local communities whether that’s having collection tins for local charities or providing prizes for local events.
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NewsHigh risk sex offender adds to his record with fuel theft
A high risk sex offender from Armagh added to an “atrocious” criminal record by driving off from a petrol station without paying for a tank of fuel.
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NewsThree arrests after armed robbery
Police have made three arrests following the report of an armed robbery at the Spar Maxol site in Banbridge, Co Down on Wednesday April 19.
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NewsRAC accuses forecourt retailers of charging too much for diesel
The RAC has again accused forecourt retailers of profiteering at the pumps.
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NewsAsda trials self-drive delivery vehicles
Asda has partnered with autonomous vehicle technology start-up Wayve to deliver groceries to customers using self-driving vehicles.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON SUMMER ALCOHOL: Refreshing sales
Everyone likes a drink, right? Well, apparently not everyone. According to the Health Survey for England, 2021 (published in December 2022), 79% of participants reported that they had drunk alcohol in the last 12 months, and 49% reported that they drank alcohol at least once a week. So that leaves just over 20% who say they don’t drink alcohol.
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NewsFuel delivery driver killed in freak tank accident
A fuel delivery driver was killed in a freak accident after falling into an underground diesel tank at Tuite’s Garage on Cavan Road, Oldcastle, Co Meath two years ago, an inquest has heard.
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NewsNew petrol station proposed for Cookstown
A new forecourt is part of a proposed multi-million pound development at Cookstown in County Tyrone, which will also include a supermarket and three other retail units.