(A series of articles highlighting this new technology.)
It seems that something is being announced almost every day at the moment in the world of electric vehicles, with mainstream internal combustion engine (ICE) manufacturers giving details of new models and upgrades to existing units, so we want to keep you up to date with all this new-fangled electrickery techy thingy, as only your dedicated newsletter team can!
Now at this time of year, here at Newsletter HQ we like to dip into our bulging postbag and dig out some of the many questions we have been asked about over the last year, where due to deadlines and the constant pressure we are under, well, we have just not had the time to respond. So, we’ve sat down with a brew, and a digestive biscuit, and given thought to our reply to those vexing questions that have been put to us….
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Q. Dear World beating, award winning, newsletter team. I hope that you do not object me writing to you, but I am troubled by a question, the answer to which I do hope you can give. It is keeping me awake at night, and I do not really know who to turn to for expert unbiased advice. I am considering trading in my 1987 Nissan Micra that has served me well this last 38 years, but both it and I are now getting to an age where we are both a bit, let’s say, “long in the tooth”. I have been offered a fantastic trade in deal on a new MG Cyberster that will fit into my garage easily - and get me to my weekly aerobics class a bit quicker than the old Micra. What do you think, should I take the plunge? Yours... Confused of Standish
A. Well Confused, you have given us a question to ponder there. However, when chatting to those “in the know” we think, on balance, that the MG might just be a bit on the quick side for you. Lets face it, you do not want to get to your class to early. So instead, why not consider an autogyro, James Bond used one in the 007 films. It should fit into the garage, and only needs a short runway for take-off, top speed about 40 mph with a following wind, and landing in the aerobics class car park should be a doddle.
Q. Dear Newsletter team. I am in a quandary; I have recently left work after many years of service to my old company. With my pension lump sum, I am considering a replacement car but the one I have been looking at looks like it might need new rubber on the wheels. What can you recommend? Ageing of Bradshaw
A. Well, ageing of Bradshaw, you have come to the right place. It looks like now you have retired, you will need to re tyre, and what better way to spend a bit of your lump sum than on a new set of boots for the new transport. Many options are available so always best to check with your tyre experts before you commit to anything, tyres are super important, and it’s one that you need to consider carefully.
Q. Dear Newsletter experts. Having just won the Euro-millions lottery I am in the market for a bit of a brush up on my skills driving wise. I am wondering how much money you would like for your excellent Bolton and District Group, would a couple of million do? Plus, I would like to help in selecting a range of vehicles for use at various occasions and to suit my many and various pastimes. About a dozen vehicles should do the trick… Loaded of Blackrod
A. Dear Loaded. Maybe you do not know, but our group, being a charity is not for sale, although we have to say, a couple of million in the Bank would be very nice. However, chatting to those in the know, you would be very welcome to join our course and being the generous group we are, we would be more that happy to select a range of vehicles for you for a small fee, let’s say a couple of million would do the trick. Just contact our Treasurer and he will give you all the details you need to put the cash into the account.
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Q. Dear newsletter team. I have just taken ownership of a small road roller; it was used for flattening and making new road surfaces smoother. It has a top speed of 8 mph, and a weight of around 9 tons. I have used it many times at Christmas to crack nut shells, and it’s great for getting the creases out of my jeans. However, I really would like to take your advanced driving course, and wonder if this might be a suitable vehicle? It could easily fit your observer up on the footplate, and they could shout directions, as well as hints and tips towards the drivers cab. Getting other cars to move out of the way, has never been an issue, so we should have a trouble-free session!
Thanks T.Mack of Wigan
A. Well T.Mack we must say that yours is an unusual request to say the least. But, having put this question to our team of Observing experts, they feel that in this instance, we must decline. This is mainly due to the top speed of the vehicle being only 8 mph. we feel that beyond our session 3, (corners and bends) the road roller might be just a bit too slow to make adequate progress, and the normal route we would use would take all day to complete. However, we wish you well in your search to find a suitable course and one which you will find useful.
Well folks, that’s about it for this April edition, we hope you like the world class, award winning, journalism we bring you, not just this month, but every month, so look forward to seeing you again next month. Until then, drive safe and remember to tell everyone about our fantastic, advanced driving course, next one starts in May 2025, with an introduction evening on Thursday 8th May at our usual venue, Lostock Parish Centre. If you know of anyone that you think might be interested, then invite them along for a hot drink and a biscuit or two, we don’t bite. Honest!
Remember, if you’re thinking of “upgrading” to electric, please let us know, we would love to hear what you are thinking of changing to, plus if you have any questions, just shout out!
Barry Sloan – Publicity Officer