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Since Sri Lanka is under a near-total automotive import ban, avenues for the general public to upgrade their wheels basically consist of either buying one of a handful of locally-assembled vehicles, or dipping into the country's sizable used car market. Of course, when you venture into the latter, it bears significant risks. There are many "pigs with lipstick" out there. Hence, Mahen Makalande ACMA, CGMA and I delved into the waters of providing advice on buying a used car. This question has been the most-asked one from us ever since we started our channel RevMatch, a little over two months ago. So, here's our response. #srilankancarculture #ashraaqwahab #mahenmakalande #revmatchsl #usedcar #tipsandtricks #buyingusedcars

Our Road to Zero Report is an annual assessment of the UK’s progress towards zero-emission road transport. It provides an overall ranking of progress before taking a deeper look at the respective performance of ZEV demand, infrastructure and supply. Demand remains strong in business car #leasing with new ZEV additions being driven by salary sacrifice and company schemes. For vans, demand has stalled. Personal leasing reflects a UK-wide trend with a slight decline in ZEV new additions. Rental utilisation of ICE vs ZEVs demonstrates very limited #rental demand for ZEV cars and vans. Heavy discounting means the price gap between ICE and ZEV vehicles is falling, but cost of ownership is still an issue due to high public #charging costs and overall new vehicle price inflation. Latest report online at roadtozero.co.uk Toby Poston #RoadtoZero #roadtransport #decarbonisation #ZEV #salarysacrifice #Demand #Infrastructure #Supply #Cars #Vans #Trucks

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Alarming Rise in E-Scooter and E-Bike Injuries... #alcohol #druguse and e-bikes and not so 'winning' combination! Like, who knew, right? Durr! An alarming new study has shed light on the growing safety crisis linked to e-scooters and e-bikes in the United States. Since 2019, injuries associated with these devices have tripled, with alcohol and substance use emerging as significant contributors. Micromobility devices, while championed for their eco-friendly appeal and cost-effectiveness, now stand at the centre of a public safety concern. https://lnkd.in/g2x6sgVm

'Half-ton electric bike poses latest threat to London pedestrians' https://lnkd.in/erY9UCDW "... it’s got pedals, and it’s got a 250 watt motor. So it’s a bike. And that’s it.” Wrong!, the clue is in the name abbreviation for bicycle meaning 2 cycles or wheels this has six. I have nothing against cycling or cyclists (as long as they follow the highway code), in fact cycled into town and back about 10 times this week, without any motor assist, to the Cheltenham Science Festival, #CheltSciFest, but calling this vehicle a bike makes no more sense and calling a plane a car just because it can taxi on the ground with wheels, or should that be a taxi. As usual, it seems like those creating the legislation haven't really thought the issue through properly, so the definition for this type of vehicle clearly needs urgent amendment. However, governments, at least the UK one, don't appear to have any real sense of what urgency is when it comes to legislation. This vehicle is clearly a small articulated van fitted with pedals and a bicycle wheels. Don't get me wrong, I think this looks like a brilliant little delivery vehicle, but classifying it as a bicycle is pushing the bounds of credibility. Are we moving in a to an era where even vehicles can self identify? I am not certain, but I suspect, that the original intention was to allow people to have bicycles with motor assist to make cycling easier, particularly when going uphill, in order to encourage the use of this mode of transport, which I fully support. However, the public interpretation of it seems to have morphed into 'if you fit an electric motor and small wheels to a vehicle then you don't have to pay tax or insurance, and you can ride anywhere'.

🚲 Considering converting your bike into an e-bike? Here's what you need to know: Always go to a reputable retailer and let a professional handle the fitting. Never try to modify your battery pack - it can cause fires. Learn more e-bike and e-scooter safety advice that can save lives: https://ow.ly/uazT50TVvJs 🚴♂️🔋🔥 #EbikeSafety #ElectricalSafetyFirst

Is a lack of harmonization in #micromobility regulations an indicator of a failure at the national level to take this #transportation mode seriously? Or, does its absence provide an opportunity for regional #governments to experiment and potentially tailor rules to fit their jurisdictions?

Keeping your engine healthy starts with regular oil changes! At Main Street Auto Shops, we recommend oil changes every 5,000 to 7,500 miles, depending on your vehicle and driving habits. Not sure when your last one was? Stop by for expert advice to keep your car running smoothly. #MainStreetAuto #AutoRepair #CarCare #OilChange

The new congestion rules for e-bikes!  Despite their growing popularity, there are currently no regulations requiring e-bikes to pay the congestion tax.  We can now observe why car lanes are being converted for e-bike use. The e-bike industry projects sales to reach 2.6 million units, with the market expected to hit $7.2 billion by 2030. Now is the time for them to apply DMV rules, such as registration, plates, inspections, and insurance and paying for parking at the muni meter.  E-bike should not be exempt from the same standard rules of a car 🚗. #Brooklyn #NYC #StatenIsland #Queens #EbikeIndustry #MarketProjections 🚲💼

This October, Western and Barnetts Mazda are privileged to be taking part in the EASTERN WESTERN USED CAR MEGA MONTH! 📣🖤 With incredible offers on our Approved Used cars in stock, there has never been a better time to purchase an Approved Used Mazda. Included in our MEGA MONTH, you'll also benefit from: • More Approved Used stock than ever! • Part Exchange Garuantee- we WILL pay more than We Buy Any Car • Finance from as low as 8.9% APR Representative • £300 Towards your finance deposit Find your used car today: https://bit.ly/3EQYaea Mazda Approved Used benefits include: ✅5 Day Drive Away Insurance ✅30 Day Exchange Plan- In the very unlikely event that your car has an unresolvable fault, you'll be entitled to an exchange within the first 30 days - as long as you haven't covered over 1,000 miles since you first drove it away ✅Full 12 Month Mazda Unlimited Mileage Warranty With each of our cars price checked daily across the UK, we keep our prices competitive, meaning there really is nowhere better equipped to handle your used vehicle purchase. #Mazda #EasternWestern #UsedCarMegaMonth #UsedCar #UsedCars #ApprovedUsed #Used #Scotland