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		<title>Gateway2Lease appoints former JLR executive Jade Bickerton as Sales Director</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 07:06:22 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Car and van leasing provider Gateway2Lease has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Jade Bickerton, a former business manager at Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), as its Sales Director.   Jade joins Gateway2Lease as the West Midlands-based business experiences 20% year-on-year growth across all sales channels, and has recently expanded its sales team.   She will be [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Used electric vehicles drive forecourt stability in July as prices rise for fourth consecutive month</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 05:38:01 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Used Electric Vehicles (EVs) are propping up overall market values and dominating forecourt speed of sale, according to the latest retail insight from data intelligence provider Cazana. According to Cazana, the used car retail market sustained its summer of stability during July, with 3-year-old vehicle values posting no average movement overall. The underlying data highlights [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>HUGE CHARITY DOG WALK THIS SEPTEMBER!</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 07 Aug 2026 14:24:26 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Dog lovers across Merseyside are being invited to grab a lead, lace up their walking shoes and take part in Paws Along the Prom 2026 — a fun-filled fundraising event supporting local disability charity Options. Taking place on Sunday 27th September 2026, the event will see people and their four-legged friends enjoy a scenic 3km walk along [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Should You Sell Your Private Plate Privately or Through a Dealer?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 05:54:43 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Selling a private number plate is often more involved than many owners expect. Once you have decided it is time to part with your registration, the next question is how to sell it. Some owners prefer to deal directly with buyers in the hope of keeping more of the final sale price, while others choose [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>eVED risks putting almost two-thirds of drivers off electric cars</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:41:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[ 26% also believe claiming business miles will become significantly more difficult according to Venson research  www.venson.com &#160; New research from Venson Automotive Solutions reveals that 62% of drivers say the introduction of Electric Vehicle Excise Duty (eVED) on electric cars will discourage them from switching, with almost a quarter (24%) confirming it will have a [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Small Business Borrowing Surges 63% in Q2 2026 Amid Rising Costs and Cashflow Uncertainty</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 06:41:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Small Business Borrowing Surges 63% in Q2 2026 Amid Rising Costs and Cashflow Uncertainty]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[New data reveals working capital loans have almost doubled in two years — and for the first time in over a year, start-ups are borrowing more than established businesses July 2026 — New data from Purbeck Insurance Services, the UK&#8217;s only provider of personal guarantee insurance for SME owners, reveals that applications for personal guarantee-backed [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>RAM Tracking on course to become fleet solutions powerhouse after historic merger</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2026 05:56:27 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Strategic portfolio move by Klipboard creates comprehensive solution for trade businesses managing both jobs and fleets   RAM Tracking has put itself on the map as a complete operational technology partner for commercial fleets, following a groundbreaking merger with job management platform Klipboard.io.   The strategic move by parent company Klipboard (formerly Kerridge Commercial Systems) [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Adapt &#038; Drive helps motorists with disabilities and limited mobility save thousands as demand grows for alternatives to traditional vehicle purchasing</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 15:36:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Adapt & Drive helps motorists with disabilities and limited mobility save thousands as demand grows for alternatives to traditional vehicle purchasing]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Mobility in Motion reports strong early success following soft launch, with some customers saving more than £7,000 on brand-new adapted vehicles.   Mobility in Motion is reporting strong demand for its Adapt &#38; Drive vehicle purchase scheme just months after its soft launch, as more people with disabilities and limited mobility—including drivers and passengers—seek flexible [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Bridgestone study highlights ongoing hesitation around EV adoption</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 21 Jul 2026 05:33:45 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A Bridgestone survey has revealed that a growing number of UK motorists are putting the brakes on electric vehicle (EV) purchases, with more than one in four drivers insisting they have no intention of making the switch. New consumer research[1] commissioned by Bridgestone found that 26% of motorists say they will never buy an EV, up [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>THE WOMAN LEADING A SEWING REVOLUTION IN LIVERPOOL!</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:04:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[What started as a way to build a small community of sewing enthusiasts has grown into the largest independent sewing academy in the UK in just 18 months. Charmingo Sews Academy, based in Liverpool’s Baltic Triangle, has enjoyed remarkable success since opening its doors in 2025, attracting students from across the country. TO LEARN MORE VISIT [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>AUTHOR’S THRILLING MOTORSPORT NOVEL A MUST READ!</title>
		<link>https://nwconnected.co.uk/authors-thrilling-motorsport-novel-a-must-read/?utm_source=rss&#038;utm_medium=rss&#038;utm_campaign=authors-thrilling-motorsport-novel-a-must-read</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:04:49 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Motorsport enthusiasts and book lovers alike are being urged to buckle up for Backmarker, the exhilarating debut novel from Southport writer Kieran Jordan. The high octane novel takes readers deep into the fiercely competitive world of Mazda MX-5 club racing, following the fortunes of Arthur Mangold. CLICK HERE TO BUY THE BOOK FROM TROUBADOR PUBLISHING Structured [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Is the family car fit for this Summer’s staycation?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 13:55:44 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Europcar offers tips for stress-free rental as the average age of cars on UK roads moves upwards   As YouGov research reveals one in five Brits (19%) plan to holiday in the UK this year, the question is whether the family car will be up to a long distance drive for the summer staycation. With SMMT data reporting that 45.7% of the UK car parc was aged over 10 years in 2025, and the average car is 9.7 years old, vehicle reliability could be a big concern as [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Drivers cross their legs to skip breaks and cut journey time</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 04:50:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Drivers cross their legs to skip breaks and cut journey time Many people will drive for four or more hours before taking a toilet-break &#160; As the start of the big summer get-away approaches, vehicle rental provider, Europcar, has conducted new research to discover where the need to get to their destination overrides comfort on [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Bridgestone’s ‘Champion’ programme develops a new generation of automotive experts</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2026 18:15:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Bridgestone&#8217;s commitment to nurturing the next generation of automotive retail talent has gone from strength to strength, with the latest intake gaining invaluable insights into everything from customer service excellence to the future of vehicle diagnostics.   Twelve representatives from leading retail networks and wholesalers including Merityre, Tanvic Tyres, ETS and GT Wholesale, recently completed [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Homecoming auction for historic UK land speed record holding car</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mark Evans]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 19:12:14 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[A hugely significant British built car that still holds 36 UK land speed records it set 34 years ago is to be auctioned by H&#38;H Classics at the venue where it made history. The 1992 Rover 220 Coupe Turbo, nicknamed ‘Tomcat’ after its project name, will go under the hammer at the Millbrook Proving Ground [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Ready to be enjoyed classics line up for H&#038;H’s Buxton auction</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mark Evans]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 18:54:42 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[With summer on the horizon, H&#38;H Classics has assembled a desirable mix of classic cars at its upcoming Buxton auction for enthusiasts looking to pursue their passion on the open road. The tempting sale of 152 classic, collector and performance motorcars takes place at the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton, Derbyshire, on Wednesday 29th April. Among [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>April downpours highlight road risks even more dangerous than mobile phones</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Mark Evans]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:06:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[With the onset of April showers, motorists are being warned of driving conditions that are factors in more collisions than drivers distracted by mobiles or defective vehicles. Analysis of official government data by leading driving experience provider – DrivingExperience.com – reveals two weather related issues that motorists need to be particularly aware of at this [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Leasecar, from Central Contacts unveils new website to enhance customer experience</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 07:09:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Leasecar, the consumer trading brand of Central Contracts and one of the UK’s longest-established car leasing brokers, has launched a completely redesigned website aimed at delivering a faster, simpler and more intuitive customer experience. The new-look website, which is now live, features a refreshed brand identity, including a new logo, an updated colour scheme and [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Bridgestone shares simple steps to help drivers cut fuel costs</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 28 May 2026 20:12:50 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[With petrol prices continuing to put pressure on household budgets, Bridgestone is urging drivers to look beyond the pump and focus on how their vehicle &#8211; and particularly its tyres &#8211; can make a measurable difference to fuel consumption. f Bridgestone is highlighting a series of practical, easy-to-follow steps that can help motorists get more [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Electric vehicles take the lead as used car market continues growth in April</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Dave Stopher]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 May 2026 06:58:46 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[Electric vehicles take the lead as used car market continues growth in April]]></category>
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					<description><![CDATA[Cazana’s latest market analysis reveals a significant shift in the used car landscape, as electric vehicles (EVs) topped the charts for price growth for the first time this year. The surging demand for used EVs and the scarcity of traditional body styles are driving a market shift, allowing dealers to raise prices while offering fleet [&#8230;]]]></description>
		
		
		
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