London Smart Driving Increase by 25%

PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 11, 2009 – Like it or loath it, a lot of people still to chose to drive around London. However there does seem to be a growing 'green' trend among the London driver. In the last month alone, London 'eco' friendly car company 'Quadriga Cars' has seen a 25% increase in enquiries for their eco friendly motor schemes.
Why the increase? Co-Founder Sanjin Bjeloberk believes that the recent government scrappage scheme is having a positive impact on the awareness of green motoring. “People are now more aware of the impact their car is having on the environment and it's far more than just a new trend”.
There are a number of city car programs in London and other main cities, all of which have a positive impact on the environment. Companies such as Quadriga are specifically targeting those people who were probably excluded from the recent government initiative, but still want to do their bit, without effecting their driving pleasure.
Quadriga (http://www.quadrigacars.com) takes big cars off city roads and reduces emissions, hassles and total cost of ownership, altogether creating a more sustainable motoring platform. Couple this with the ability for drivers to swap their cars at any time for a more sporty or luxury car, it means London city drivers can have both form and functionality.
Eco friendly driving continues to get a boost from main stream manufactures such as Smart who are striving to produce lower and lower emission cars. In fact the new Smart fortwo cdi is the lowest-CO2 emitting car in production. Smart have also unveiled a new green driving initiative called 'smart eco driving'.
This is a program designed to help educate drivers into adopting a smarter driving style, saving money are reducing CO2 emissions.
For more information about Smart Eco Driving visit: http://video.thesmart.co.uk/?ReleaseID=12790

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By combining a personal everyday Eco Car with access to bigger more luxurious Pool Cars, Quadriga offers a practical, economical, and ecological alternative to traditional car ownership

Get a Free Car Report Here

PRLog (Press Release) – Aug 08, 2009 – What is a free car report and why is it free? Well, it is free because it is a service offered by the major car report companies as a way to test drive a car report so consumers can see what they are getting before the buy.
So, what is on a free car report? A free car report http://myusedcarprices.com/index.php/used-car-reports/11 ... lists the number of reports made on the used car, so you know whether or not it is worth buying the accident history or not. Some cars may not have any reports made on them, so purchasing a car report won't help you find out what the car's history is really like.
Who offers these free car reports? The major car report companies like CARFAX and VEHIX offer free car reports as a service to their customers. The reports are really free and won't cost a dime. You can go to their websites and get your free car report just by entering the car's VIN number. The free car report is then downloaded right to your computer, or emailed to your email box.
If you are interested in learning more about a free car report, log on to MyUsedCarPrices.com and learn a little more. You can see what they are all about and get your free car report from one of their sponsors.
In fact, if you go there now you can click to get your free car report from either CARFAX or VEHIX. You have a choice as to who you buy from.  So, check out the site and get a free car report http://myusedcarprices.com/index.php/used-car-reports/11 ... today from one of their affiliates.

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MyUsedCarPrices.com is a free informational website featuring automotive resources for car buyers including free car reports, vin checks, car insurance quotes, car loans and more.

Vehicle Thefts Soar as Temperatures Rise

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 30, 2009 – Vehicle Thefts Soar as Temperatures Rise
Data released this week by Budget Van Insurance shows that as the mercury rises, so do the number of claims for attempted thefts and stolen vehicles. In the six month period March to August* claims increased by an average of 66% for attempted theft, compared to the rest of the year.
Budget Van Insurance is warning drivers against becoming careless with vehicle security in the heat. Many people will leave windows open an inch or two to help keep cars and vans cool while they’re parked, or will leave the keys in the ignition with the engine running whilst they pop into a shop. This not only leaves your vehicle more vulnerable to theft, but can potentially invalidate your insurance policy if it has not been left properly secured.
Mnveer Arkan, Budget Van Insurance said, “As the temperature rises people’s attitudes become more relaxed but it only takes an opportunist a few seconds to hop into your van or car and drive it away if it hasn’t been left properly secured. We would urge drivers to be more aware of this as summer arrives.”


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For further information please contact:

Roland Cross/Lizzie Hannaway

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* Data is from September 2007 to August 2008


Notes to editors:

Budget Van insurance searches a panel of 12 insurers to offer competitively priced van insurance, in addition to exceptional product benefits. In 2006 Budget Van launched various innovative marketing campaigns including ‘it’s a van man thing’ and ‘flying traffic wardens’, which resulted in it being awarded ‘Marketing Campaign of The Year 2006’ (Insurance Times Awards). More recently Budget Van and News of the World have joined forces to produce the Dream Dates Calendar 2007.
Budget is part of the BGL Group.
The BGL Group
The BGL Group was founded in 1992 and has grown to become one of the UK’s largest personal lines insurance intermediaries.
Brands within the BGL Group include BUDGET car, van and home insurance, Bennetts bike insurance and carbon-neutral motor insurance, ibuyeco. Junction, BGL Group’s affinity business, works with brands like Post Office®, HSBC, M&S Money, RAC and Auto Trader to offer insurance products to their customers.
The BGL Group has more than 2.3 million customers and more than £600 million GWP. It operates major contact centre operations (Fusion) in Peterborough, Coventry, Sunderland, Peterlee in the UK, and Cape Town, South Africa. The Group currently employs over 2,150 people with its head office in Peterborough.
In 2006 the Group was named ‘Intermediary of the Year’ (Insurance Age UK Broker Awards) for its outstanding contribution to the insurance industry.  In October 2007 the Group was ranked 229th in the Sunday Times HSBC Top Track 250 of Britain’s 250 biggest mid-market private companies by latest sales.
In 2007 the Group won the coveted title of Large Business of the Year in the regional Business Awards 2007 hosted by the Evening Telegraph, Peterborough. The Group’s affinity business, Junction, won Marketing Campaign of the Year 2007 at the Insurance Times awards.
BISL Ltd, part of the BGL Group, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. Registered Address: Pegasus House, Bakewell Road, Orton Southgate, PE2 6YS. Registered in England no 3231094


BGL Group websites:
www.budgetvaninsurance.com
www.bglgroup.co.uk
www.budgetinsurance.co.uk
www.bennetts.co.uk
www.ibuyeco.co.uk

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Founded in 1994, Broadgate is an award-winning company that specialises in financial services public relations.

"American Owned, Not Owned by America"

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 24, 2009 – Northside Ford in San Antonio Texas has a posted a blunt, clear message in front of their large Ford dealership.  The sign reads "American Owned, Not Owned by America.  The message takes a direct shot at GM and Chrysler both of whom have had to take government money in order to stay in businees.  Ford however is the only American car company to not take any governement bailout money.  The sign has made the 10:00 news locally in San Antonio on Kens 5 (CBS) and has been posted on You Tube.  Ford took notice of the video and has posted a link to the video on You Tube on their website www.thefordstory.com.

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Northside Ford in San Antonio Texas is a Ford Top 100 Dealer. We are the single largest Ford dealership in South Central Texas. We have a state-of-the-art Ford service facility, the first "green" collision center in San Antonio.

Allied Logistics, Inc. President Nominated Small Business of the Year

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 23, 2009 – Since 1986, the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce and the Atlanta Business Chronicle have been honoring outstanding small business professionals from around metro Atlanta through the Small Business Person of the Year Awards. To be considered for the honor, nominees must have been in business a minimum of three years, have fewer than 100 employees and less than $40 million in annual revenues, be an active member in the community, be the primary or major shareholder of the business and be a member of the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce.
Small businesses are a critical sector. Of the more than 143,000 businesses in metro Atlanta, nearly 95 percent employ fewer than 50 people. Metro Atlanta had the highest entrepreneurial activity rate among the 15 largest metropolitan areas of the country last year, and Georgia led all states, according to a study from the University of California , Santa Cruz.
Allied Logistics was established in 2004 providing freight transportation, warehousing and import and export services.  The company has primarily operated in the industrial machinery transport arena and is currently expanding into new markets.  Under the leadership of Mr. Kirby the company has experienced year over year growth of 35%.
The 2009 Small Business Person of the Year and the other finalists will be named during Small Business Day at Chamber on May 21, 2009.

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Allied Logistics, Inc. is an Atlanta, GA based supply chain & freight transportation solutions provider. The company places a premium on providing sourced and dedicated freight transportation alternatives to meet demanding needs & schedules.

Service Tracking Systems Deploys the Premier Valet Parking Technology for the Cincinnati Airport

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 21, 2009 – Service Tracking Systems computerized valet parking system, CVPS, is implemented at the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport for convenient first class valet parking service.
The CVPS system at the Cincinnati Airport includes a point-of-sale workstation with credit card processing, offering valet customers a quick and convenient payment option. The system is scheduled to include a dial-up module which will allow valet customers to call in their vehicle requests at the moment they land, saving travelers time while giving more time to the valet staff to carefully manage their requests. The Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport’s parking operations is run by Standard Parking.
STS automated valet system, CVPS, has been widely deployed across airports around the world.  The CVPS airport systems are customized and equipped to deal with the business travelers needs. Airport valet parking, being a convenient choice for busy travelers, needs to be fast and accurate. CVPS provides the tools to yield successful, productive and profitable airport valet operations.
Service Tracking System also interfaces with flight information systems, which give airport clients the capability to proactively manage their vehicle requests. Airport valet managers can be prepared for heavier volumes and allocate their staff resources accordingly. This also translates to labor cost savings while maintaining first class customer service.
To find out more about Service Tracking Systems airport valet parking systems as well as other popular applications, please visit servicetrackingsystems.net.

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Service Tracking Systems (STS) is a front service technology solutions company designed to elevate customer service, increase productivity, minimize liabilities and enhance facility security.

Biker Jacket: a must have for warm weather riding

PRLog (Press Release) – Jul 20, 2009 – Many experienced motorcycle riders know that at some time in their riding career, they will be forced to lay their bikes down and take a slide. They may experience some tumbling, but the impact damage is not as extensive as the abrasion damage. This is referred to as "road rash", and has been described as some of the most painful,slowest healing injuries around. Even with that in mind, the warm weather will prompt these same riders to leave off their jackets when they ride as a matter of comfort.
 Although they are fashionable, the main purpose of a biker jacket is to protect against abrasive injury, and also as a guard against environment. The main two materials seen in the majority of jackets is leather and Cordura.
 Cordura is a material that is similar to Kevlar, and has been shown to be able to withstand abrasion on the same level as most leather. For riders, these types will also have a extra coating of Teflon for greater protection. Often resembling a windbreaker, these are lighter in weight while still providing cooling and protection.
 Modern leather jacket styles are being made with vents in the design to also provide  relief from the heat while riding.
It's not necessary to give up safety for comfort any longer when it comes to biker jackets.

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