East Riding of Yorkshire Council has taken delivery of its first fully electric-powered minibus.
The green, zero-emissions minibus will be used by the council’s transportation team for taking children to schools in the area.
For those of us who drive to work, it’s said that the average commuter spends just short of an hour getting to and from work each day. Generally speaking, annual commuting time is up 18 hours against a decade ago, meaning more of us are travelling further and longer for work.
With the work commute playing a fundamental part of our day around 250 days of the year, it makes sense that you’d want to make it as comfortable as possible.
Many of us have dreamt about owning that one special car since we were young, but unfortunately, now that we’re adults, it’s not always as easy as walking into a dealership, handing over the cash outright and picking up the keys.
If you haven’t given up on your dream, there are many other accessible ways that you can get your hands on that car – so here’s what you can do.
Cold weather driving can be testing. As temperatures plummet and conditions on the road turn icy what can you do to ensure you do not get caught out behind the wheel.
We spoke to Beverley Motor Works owner Richard Hayes for some tips for drivers to use while behind the wheel during these testing conditions.
Hybrid Vehicles are becoming a more common sight on our roads around the East Riding.
The increase in their popularity has even led to the East Riding of Yorkshire Council to installing charging points.
Bob Trice Mechanics will next year be marking 40 years of keeping motorists on the road in Beverley.
Founded in April 1979, Bob Trice Mechanics are one of the longest established independent garages in the region.
Electric Car sales in the UK have increased as more motorists look to reap some of the benefits. For that reason, local businesses in Beverley are adapting to cope with this emerging form of motoring.
Beverley’s retail Park, Flemingate, introduced charging points in April 2016. Their decision to do this paved the way for the first electric car charging points to be installed in Beverley.
Local business owner Richard Hayes has welcomed news that the East Riding of Yorkshire Council have completed a project to fix roads and help prevent potholes.
Mr. Hayes, who is a partner in Beverley Motor Works, a BMW and MINI specialist says the project is great news for car owners who use the road in the East Riding.
Local retailer, Evans Halshaw with locations in Hull and Beverley, is celebrating this week as one of the most-loved cars produced in the UK, the Vauxhall Astra, comes off the Vauxhall production line for the four millionth time.
The iconic vehicle, which was first produced back in 1979, has sold almost 20 million units across Europe since launch and has continually evolved to meet changing consumer demands.
Two businessmen from Beverley say they have enjoyed a successful month since relocating from the town to Hull.
Leon Dawson and Harry Bignell who run Minster Car Co Prestige say the sales figures are a testament to the service they are offering customers.
Local Vauxhall retailer, Evans Halshaw, has responded to the increase in fuel costs for drivers over the past year by giving away £500 worth of free fuel.*
With the average driver now spending an extra £6.48** at the pumps every time they fill up compared to this time last year, Evans Halshaw is helping those who buy a new Vauxhall between 28th April and 7th May 2017 to make their money go further with a £500 fuel card.
Government changes to the Vehicle Excess Duty (VED) will see a radical overhaul of how cars are taxed as of 1st April meaning the cost of ownership could increase. Local Vauxhall retailer, Evans Halshaw, is highlighting how these changes will impact on motorists.
The updated road tax measures will affect buyers of new cars as the revision of the vehicle tax bands could see motorists pay more for VED from April 2017. With that in mind, Evans Halshaw is recommending that motorists in the market for a new car consider buying it before the changes come into force.
With spring bank holidays just around the corner Evans Halshaw is helping motorists in Hull and Beverley make the most of their family time with £500 spending money.*
Those who buy a new 17-plate Vauxhall from Evans Halshaw with locations in Hull and Beverley, between 17th and 21st March will be treated to this exciting offer and will drive off with a pre-paid debit card to spend on anything they want.
Local Vauxhall retailer, Evans Halshaw, is helping motorists stay connected and meet the growing appetite for constant mobile connectivity thanks to the 4G Wi-Fi found in the Vauxhall Corsa.
With the demand for mobile Wi-Fi access set to grow a staggering 23% by 2020*, Evans Halshaw in Beverley is delighted with the Corsa’s easy to use and intuitive feature.
Finding the perfect family car can be a challenge – how can the kids be kept entertained? Is the price right? Does it cost much to run? Is there space for everything?
Fortunately, local Vauxhall retailer, Evans Halshaw, has the answer, thanks to Vauxhall’s latest Astra.
Local Vauxhall retailer, Evans Halshaw on Swinemoor Lane is running a special New Year ‘Bonus Tag Event’ until to 16th January 2017 where customers can make significant savings on new Vauxhall cars.
During the event period, participating Vauxhall retailers will have ‘tags’ on selected models so that customers in Beverley can find their ideal model. With up to 22 per cent off selected models
Last year it was the Christmas Jumper; this year it’s your car that is becoming the ultimate Christmas accessory.
With reports of more and more people decorating their cars for Christmas, it would seem drivers are finding new ways to show their Christmas spirit.
Years ago, certain safety and comfort features would have featured on a few luxury cars, however they are now becoming more mainstream, which is great news for motorists.
From ways to keep warm when on the road, to features to help drivers ‘get a grip’, local retailer Evans Halshaw, Beverley, has compiled a list of the top winter-friendly features from Vauxhall