NORTHAMPTON BASED COMPANY PUTS THE ENERGY EFFICIENT TOYOTA PRIUS TO THE HARSH BRITISH ROAD TEST!

You’ve heard of the London to Brighton car run; how about Northampton to London? National leading fleet car company, Think Automotive Solutions based at Grange Park, Northampton decided on a rather unique and quirky “environment friendly” version by challenging the very latest in hybrid electric and economical car efficiency. The results were staggering.

The Toyota Prius has been developed as a truly hybrid car, offering excellence in exterior and interior design, driving dynamics, engine efficiency and operations, and above all fuel and emissions control. An award winner across the globe consistently scoring above 95% in all tested areas, the Toyota Prius engine size ranges from 1.4 to 1.8 litres so there is no loss of creditability or comparison performance.

Peter Jackman, Managing Director of Think Automotive Solutions Ltd said:

“These days with such emphasis on car emissions and harm to the environment, it is important that such opportunities to consider cleaner more efficient vehicles is qualified through rigorous testing and what better way than via the harsh Northampton to London car route. Fuel consumption registered at 57 mpg during the longer sections particularly on the motorway, but once in the capital the consumption actually improved to just over 60mpg as the petrol engine gave way to the electric power source.

Performance wise, what did Peter consider was the vehicle’s primary gain over other vehicles?

“When motionless in traffic, the energy efficiency and reduction on the environment is immediate by virtue of the transition from fuel energy to electric energy. This cuts emissions to an absolute minimum with no loss of performance or power and in an incredibly smooth and seamless manner. Let’s not forget the three key points: The yearly congestion charge in London is just £10 (admin cost only), the road fund licence is just £15 per annum, and the BIK to the driver is 10%. This car represents small efficient engineering with big advantages all round, and I fully agree with the manufacturer that the car is choice without compromise. With more and more towns and cities converting to congestion charges, the advantages become even more viable.”

In terms of fleet car advantages for business, Peter was quite clear:

“Think Automotive Solutions are continuously researching cost effective, environmental and tax efficient options for our clients. Gone are the days of large cumbersome energy draining vehicles that show no regard for the environment. The cleaner greener options are also no longer just bubble designs, they are true quality and aesthetically attractive. It’s a “win-win” for both business and driver.”

For information on Peter’s road-test, and to find out the benefits of moving to a cleaner, greener fleet car for you and your business, contact Think Automotive Solutions on 0844 87000596 or click onto their website www.thinkautomotive.co.uk

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FOR PRESS ENQUIRIES

Peter Jackman, Managing Director, Think Automotive Solutions Ltd

T: 0844 870 0596

E: peter.jackman@thinkautomotive.co.uk

Dear Member,

Please note that we will be holding The First AGM of the ARN at Hartwell House, Stone, Aylesbury, Bucks HP17 8NR on Thursday May 15^rd 2008 at 08:00.

1) Chairman’s Report on 2007-8

2) Treasurers Report on current financial position

3) Resolutions: The meeting will consider and if thought proper, approve the following resolutions:

a) To Elect the following as Committee members for the year from May 15^th 2008:

i) Neil Carter – Hilllier Hopkins

ii) Neil Craggs – CVI Partners

iii) Hannah Marshall –Deeley Construction

iv) Ian McClurg-Welland Greensleeves PR

b) To agree membership fees for the coming year at £40 per month for full members and £25 per month for Associate Members

4) AOB

If you are unable to attend but wish to vote for or against any of the resolutions, please write yes or no next to each resolution, sign it and return it to me or one of the committee before the meeting.

Thanks

Neil Craggs – Chair

May 1 2008