point of sale...point of sale... DIESEL GES TE-T-TE ITH THE HybRIDS (AD IS)


Most private hire drivers keep a very close eye on running costs with fuel being the single most important factor. A driver’s search for a fuel- efficient new taxi will invariably end up with a comparison of hybrids and diesels. For many, a diesel engine remains first choice.


but diesels are the ad gus, right?


Motor technology and efficiency has come a long way in recent years. There have been many new regulations which have forced makers to up their game in order to conform. Rob Breuilly of The Taxi Shop explains: “Not so long ago, taxi drivers were being encouraged to buy diesels, as they were seen to be better for the environment. But now a new lobby is out to get the diesel driver. They are spouting a lot anti-diesel rhetoric, but it is misguided. People think diesel cars are the biggest cause of air pollution in the UK. Rub- bish! Coal-fired power stations are the country’s biggest polluter by miles.”


Every single diesel car and bus now on sale in the UK must meet very strict ‘Euro-6’ emissions standards. The environmental benefits of Euro 6-compliant cars are massive and those buying a new vehicle today can be confident it meets the latest standards.


How to choose etween hrids and diesels


Making the right choice between a hybrid and a diesel depends largely on where you work and the type of fares you tend to get. In short, if you’re working central London then a hybrid might be a good choice. If


you work outside of the very centre and tend to travel at a higher aver- age speed — for example in a town with dual carriageways and more free-flowing traffic — then diesel may well be the way to go. Rob Breuilly explains the hybrid concept: ‘Hybrid’ really means where there are two ways to power the vehicle, typically a smallish petrol en- gine with a battery-powered electric motor working together or at dif- ferent times. “You can recharge some hybrid cars at charging stations: there are about 7,500 around the UK. But most batteries are charged while the car is moving, when the brakes are applied. The kinetic energy from stopping is converted into battery power, it’s a very clever technology. “So you can begin to see why hybrid cars are efficient in big cities where there is a lot of start-stop driving. If you are mostly using the battery power — with the battery recharging itself every time your brake — then you aren’t going to use much petrol. “On the other hand, if you are driving at steady, higher speeds, then diesel is more economical. The Astra Sports Tourer is an excellent diesel taxi that is selling well right now. Diesels tend to run at lower speeds than petrol motors, which also improves fuel economy.” So it would appear that both diesel and hybrid taxis are both doing their bit for the environment and cutting fuel bills. Which you opt for depends more on the kind of work you do, the most common runs you make.


For further information contact TaxiShop on 01525 717 695 or visit www.thetaxishop.com or see our advert on page 22-23.


insureTAXI REVEALS FATASy FTbALLMAAGER F THE MTH


The first Manager of the Month is revealed….. Well done to Avneet Ben- ning who won £25.00! insureTAXI – one of the UK’s leading taxi insurance brokers – are de- lighted to reveal August’s Fantasy Football Manager of the Month. The first month of the competition proved to be an exciting one with the lead changing hands a few times. The Fantasy Football Premier League is hugely popular with millions of players across the UK. Each month insureTAXI pick their Manager of the Month based on how many points they have acquired, that person then wins £25. At the end of the season the overall winner is revealed and they win a big prize of £250. As a traditional high street broker, in- sureTAXI likes to interact with their target market and sees Fantasy Football as a good way to do so. This is now the third time insureTAXI has held the fantasy football league competition. In the past two years they have awarded winners Reggie Anderson (2014) and Daniel Brookfield (2015) each winning £250. Man- ager of the Month Avneet’s success came after he topped insure- TAXI’s Fantasy Football League at the end of August moving into first place on the last game week. He finished the month on 241 points, 17 points ahead of Steve Smith in second place on 224 points. Avneet’s team included


OCTOBER 2015


high scoring players such as Manchester City’s Vincent Kompany, Leicester City’s Riyad Mahrez and Everton’s Romelu Lukaku. Referring to his early season win, Avneet told in- sureTAXI: “I am really pleased to be on top of the league after the first month. However being there at the end of the season is what really matters. I’d like to thank insureTAXI for my £25 prize and hope to win more this season.”


Callum Anchors Marketing Assistant at insureTAXI commented: “Congratulations to Avneet on his win and lots of credit to him and his team selec- tion. It’s great to interact with some of our clients and host the competition. We love seeing how en- thusiastic and competitive the rivals are!” Fantasy Football is free to join and participate in; if you have already been playing Fantasy Football this season, you can join the insureTAXI league and keep the points you have already acquired. Join with the league code - 492711-123415. Throughout the season, insureTAXI will be providing transfer tips and advice, plus keeping you up to date on the top scoring managers. Keep an eye on their website, blog and social media pages to see who will win the £250 prize. insureTAXI is part of the County Group – one of the UK’s Top 50 Bro- kers.


Avneet Benning


For a private or pulic hire insurance quote call 0333 2000 094 or visit www.insuretaxi.com or see our advert on pages 1 and 3.


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