Modec, based in Coventry...
Modec, based in Coventry, West Midlands, says supermarket chain Tesco has already bought a fleet of the battery-powered machines. The zero-emissions vehicles can run for 100 miles before requiring a recharge. They have a top speed of 50mph and are exempt from road tax, as well as the London congestion charge. Prices start at ÷£25,000.
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The RAC has been bought...
The RAC has been bought by Norwich Union owner Aviva for í‚á£1.1billion. And the new owner has already revealed plans to cut 900 head office jobs and lose 800 administration staff at the automotive breakdown giant. While some services will be moved outside the UK, front-line staff involved in such areas as patrol call centres will remain in Britain.