Author Archives: chrismacgowan

Weak bridges in Scotland.

Posted on August 27, 2018

Scandal of Scotland’s crumbling bridges after years of warnings SCOTLAND’S motorway and trunk road network has 36 weak bridges, including some of the country’s busiest and most historic crossings. The list includes raised approaches to the Erskine Bridge and the … Continue reading →

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DART up by 20%

Posted on August 22, 2018

SOURCE: Fleet News. Car drivers using the Dartford Crossing who have signed up to the Dart Charge pre-pay account are to face a 20% increase in their fares. The increase – up from £1.67 to £2 – will take effect … Continue reading →

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The European Dealer of Tomorrow. ICDP.

Posted on August 14, 2018

“This report offers a very welcome and calm review against the somewhat hysterical rhetoric shouted by some observers.” Christopher Macgowan. The Dealer of Tomorrow will not just evolve naturally. Whilst we see a future for today’s dealers, their businesses must … Continue reading →

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Fewer paying company car tax, but Treasury takes extra £360m.

Posted on July 13, 2018

The amount of cash collected by the Treasury in company car tax has increased by more than 24% year-on-year – some £360 million – yet the number of employees receiving the benefit fell by 20,000 over the same period, newly-released … Continue reading →

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SsangYong Motor UK extends Blenheim Palace sponsorship.

Posted on May 29, 2018

Following its successful partnership in 2017, SsangYong Motor UK has extended its sponsorship of the Blenheim Palace Horse Trials for a further five years. Blenheim Palace Horse Trials takes place in Oxfordshire from 13-16 September 2018 and is one of … Continue reading →

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Historic BRM roars into life at Beaulieu.

Posted on May 21, 2018

Hundreds of Beaulieu Spring Autojumble event-goers crowded to watch the National Motor Museum Trust’s 1950 BRM V16 roar into life with the first start-up of its newly restored engine. Chief Engineer and National Motor Museum Manager Doug Hill took to … Continue reading →

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BRM based timepieces launched.

Posted on May 10, 2018

The National Motor Museum Trust is offering enthusiasts a unique opportunity to support the ongoing restoration of its legendary chassis number one 1950 BRM V16 racing car, with the chance to own one of 14 limited edition timepieces constructed from … Continue reading →

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