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| Arnold Clark gives local team some much needed team spirit 30 Aug 10
Third Lanark A.C. Under 14s were struggling to look and feel like a strong football team, before sponsorship from Arnold Clark allowed them to purchase a brand new strip. The under 14s team were turning up to training wearing mismatching kit, and were consequently losing impact when playing their games. The team now has a fantastic matching kit, which definitely sets them apart when turning up to compete in their football matches. Tony McNally, manager and coach of Third Lanark A.C. said: “The kids are over the moon with their new kits. It’s fantastic to see them looking like a professional team when they play, and it has definitely brought a sense of unity and spirit to the games and training. All of this wouldn’t have been possible without the sponsorship from Arnold Clark.” Paul Gorman initially established the club and named it Castleglen F.C, but when Tony took over, he decided to change the name to its current form, Third Lanark A.C. The team trains twice a week, and each session is used to target different areas. The team get together on a Monday at a local gym to ensure their fitness, diet and nutrition is up to scratch, before heading to their home ground, Barlia Sports Complex in Castlemilk, on a Wednesday to make sure their ball work and skills are top notch. And it certainly looks like the boys are doing something right! In the 2nd season of the Glasgow and District Youth League, Third Lanark A.C finished second, and Tony has his sights set on first place for the team this time round. He said: “To me, the club means everything. I recently lost my job due to illness, and have devoted myself to doing football coaching to make sure we have the best possible club in Glasgow. The club is there for the community; it’s there so these kids can get off the streets and channel all their energy into constructive and rewarding sport, with great coaching in a fun and safe environment.” | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Discover fantastic deals as the new 60 plates arrive at Arnold Clark 27 Aug 10 With VAT rising to 20% in January and because 66% of customers, recently polled, stated that they would prefer to buy before this rise, Arnold Clark has incredible new car offers available this September to celebrate the arrival of the 60 plate, staying loyal to its promise of unbeatable value. The top offers include many new cars that are available with prices from only £99 deposit and payments from only £99 per month. This is in response to recent figures that show a 26% increase in people buying a new car with finance in comparison to the figure from the same period last year. In fact, nearly 50% of all the new cars sold to consumers in the first half of 2010 were sold through finance. Here are just three of the amazing deals Arnold Clark can give to its customers on finance. • 60 Citroen C1 VT - £99 deposit and £99 per month • 60 Fiat Qubo 1.4 Active - £149 deposit and £149 per month • 60 Renault Megané Coupe 1.6 i-Music - £499 deposit and £229 per month Why not take advantage of the flexibility Arnold Clark’s finance deals can give to you, with repayment terms that can be tailored to the customer’s budget. To tie in with the launch of Arnold Clark’s new campaign, we have selected ten of the top deals available on brand new 60 plate vehicles, which are sure to make motorists smile. • Kia Picanto 1 1.0 5 door, £30 road tax, and up to 65.7 miles per gallon – price from £6095, saving £800 • Seat Leon 1.2 TSi S – price from £12,988, saving over £2100 • Toyota Aygo Blue – price from £8260, saving £1200 • Mazda MX-5 1.8 SE Soft Top – price from £14,495, saving over £2300 • Peugeot 207 1.4 Millesim 3 door – price from £12,115 • Honda Jazz 1.2 Si 5 door – price from £11,995 • Renault Clio 1.216v i-music – price from £10,295 • Mazda 6 2.2d TS Estate – price from £17,995, saving £2400 • Fiat Panda 1.1 Active Eco 5 door – price from £5995, saving £1670 • Vauxhall Corsa Limited Edition 3/5 door – price from £8995, saving £5000 (price includes swappage allowance) One of these could be yours; just visit www.arnoldclark.com today to find your nearest dealership. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
The Nissan Juke at Arnold Clark Nissan for one day only 25 Aug 10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
ArnoldClark.com is ranked No 1 Dealer Website once again 12 Aug 10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Vauxhall first to offer Lifetime Warranty on all new cars
09 Aug 10 Arnold Clark Vauxhall is delighted to announce that all new Vauxhall cars are now covered by lifetime warranty from the day of registration and comprehensive OEM warranty covers all major components throughout the cars life. Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty will apply to the first owner of any Vauxhall car registered from August 1 2010. Warranty coverage continues throughout the life of the car until it reaches 100,000 miles. 'With the Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty, we are making a strong statement of confidence in the quality of our products and a clear intent to provide the very best customer service in the UK,' said Duncan Aldred, Managing Director of Vauxhall Motors. The comprehensive new OEM warranty cover includes powertrain, steering system, brake system and electrical equipment throughout the life of the vehicle. To maintain the Lifetime Warranty, owners simply need to visit a Vauxhall retailer annually for a free vehicle inspection. Vauxhall is also set to announce details of a further programme enabling second owners to purchase the Lifetime Warranty. Arnold Clark Vauxhall franchise manager said, "The announcement further enhances the appeal of Vauxhall's world-class car range. It is an exciting offering for customers and one not to be missed!" Vauxhall Lifetime Warranty is the latest innovation from the UK's oldest surviving car maker, which this year celebrates its 107th anniversary. Since 2006, the company has launched a raft of world-class products, including the latest Corsa, Agila, Meriva and Astra models, as well as the European Car of the Year-winning Insignia. 'Great design, engineering excellence and innovative thinking come as standard with every new Vauxhall so a lifetime warranty, with its boost to the customer ownership experience, is a natural extension to the appeal of our products', added Duncan Aldred. For more information, contact your local Arnold Clark dealership.
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| Diesel cars experience increased sales 09 Aug 10 More diesel cars were sold in Britain last month than their petrol-driven counterparts, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) latest survey revealed. The survey of new car registrations showed that in July, diesel cars took a record high 50.6 per cent of the market share after rising 11.8 per cent, while petrol car registrations declined by 13.2 per cent. Sales of alternative fuel vehicles such as hybrids claimed an all-time high of 1.4 per cent after a 52.6 per cent rise. The weak economy and uncertainty surrounding the Coalition Government's austerity measures are thought to be the main factors driving down the sale of petrol cars. Diesel fuel is often up to 20 per cent more efficient than petrol and improvements in diesel car technology, such as the invention in the late 1980s of turbo-charged direct injection (TDI) engines, have also contributed to the rise in popularity of diesel vehicles. Visit Arnold Clark today to get the best deals on hybrid and diesel cars. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Renault Launches The Megane Experiment 05 Aug 10 Renault today launches a new advertising campaign for the Megane, created by Publicis London. The campaign, called ‘The Megane Experiment’, is the film of an actor named ‘Claude’ who goes to Gisburn, Lancashire where there are no Meganes, and convinces villagers he is a ‘joie de vivre’ expert from Menton, Côte d’Azur, France, where there are many. ![]() The integrated campaign encompasses TV, cinema, national press and digital including pre-roll and banner advertising, website TheMeganeExperiment.com and social media activity on sites including Facebook, YouTube and Twitter. Phil York, Marketing Director, Renault UK, comments, ”We wanted a campaign which broke from the norm, so a humorous, lighthearted Anglo-French cultural comparison of two such distinct villages works well for our brand.” Tom Ewart, Executive Creative Director, Publicis, says, ”This isn’t just a TV campaign. Our ambition was to create content without form and adapt it to every format at our disposal – broadcast, digital, social media and editorial PR.” Visit www.arnoldclark.com today to see the fantastic deals offered on Renault cars and the Megane. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Stirling enjoys its local Arnold Clark dealership 03 Aug 10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Hybrid Radio: The Car Radio of Tommorow 30 Jul 10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Arnold Clark is highly commended at National Supplier Awards 21 Jul 10
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Brits should stay and enjoy the UK this summer 16 Jul 10 A British summer has not always been an overly appealing option for a lot of UK residents. However, with recent statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showing that visits abroad by UK residents in 2009 fell by 15%, the fastest rate since the 1970s, it seems that a British summer is exactly what UK residents are looking for. Arnold Clark is happy to help you enjoy your home country this summer, offering major discounts on car and van rental, with as much as 15% off the listed price. So even without your own transport, you can now travel to your chosen destination at your leisure, and enjoy the scenery along the way. With Arnold Clark, we can help relieve the stress brought on by the recession, and allow you to enjoy your break without the worries of volcanic ash or currency exchange rates clouding over the excitement surrounding a holiday. Arnold Clark is already seeing a strong increase in booking rentals online, showing that UK residents are already taking advantage of this fantastic offer. Although it's a known fact that Brits often search for an unbeatable combination when booking their holidays - sun, sea and sand - these are elements that are not always appealing or indeed available in the UK. However, with Positive Weather Solutions (PWS) forecasting British citizens their highest temperatures since records began 160 years ago, the UK may be the place to be in July and August. PWS predicts unbroken sunshine in August especially, with record temperatures, and is certainly showing that British beaches this summer are going to be just as enjoyable as those abroad. For more information on this fantastic offer, visit www.arnoldclarkrental.com to find your perfect holiday vehicle and your nearest branch. Arnold Clark is also happy to do local pick up and collection, making the whole transition even smoother.
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Honda CR-Z wins Best Sports Car at WHAT CAR? Green Awards 16 Jul 10 The Honda CR-Z has won Best Sports Car at the What Car? Green Awards and commended for its best-in-class economy and value for money. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Volkswagen Golf BlueMotion Named WHAT CAR? Green Car of the Year 15 Jul 10 Volkswagen's BlueMotion range of vehicles has added a further three awards - including overall Green Car of the Year - to its list of accolades, this time at the What Car? Green Awards 2010. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Abarth 500C and Abarth Punto Evo Arrive at Arnold Clark 12 Jul 10 To celebrate the launch of the brand new Abarth 500C and Abarth Punto Evo, Arnold Clark is inviting you to be one of the first in Scotland to view and test drive both these stunning new models on Sunday 18th July. Arnold Clark is the only Abarth dealer in Scotland and is hosting an Italian themed event supplying food and refreshments with trained Abarth specialists on hand to help to answer any questions. Guaranteed to turn heads, both the Abarth 500C and Abarth Punto Evo are infused with style and design. The Abarth 500C is the first convertible to join the family. So why not call in to see why it's no ordinary convertible. In contrast the Abarth Punto Evo is mean, aggressive and sports state-of-the-art engine technology. For further information on the launch please click here.
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New Car Registrations up 10.8% in June 06 Jul 10
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Sir Arnold Clark Once Again Supports the Rainbow Room 1 July 2010 Sir Arnold Clark is once again delighted to provide further support to the Tillington Manor Rainbow Room by donating a cheque for an amazing £30,000. Having already supported this facility for the last two years, making two previous donations of £25,000, Sir Arnold Clark was more than happy to extend his support for this extremely worthwhile cause and to ensure its continued success for a further three years. The Rainbow Room was set up for the children of Tillington Manor Primary School who require additional assistance within the classroom. This can be due to several causes such as social and educational problems and so the financial support given by Sir Arnold Clark will enable these children to improve every aspect of their school life. Jane Kelly, the teacher in charge of this support facility, uses various teaching methods in order to facilitate every child's individual needs which will result in more comfortable and confidant pupils. When asked about this very generous donation Jane said "We realise that every child has potential and our nurturing atmosphere and small group sizes gives them the opportunity to develop this - something which, without this kind gesture from Sir Arnold Clark, would not be possible". Managing Director of Arnold Clark Automobiles, Eddie Hawthorne, visited the school to present the cheque for £30,000. He said "Meeting the children who are benefiting from the resources of The Rainbow Room was an honourable experience. I was extremely pleased to be able to continue helping these children and really enjoyed seeing how they are developing from this support". For more information on The Rainbow Room and Arnold Clark please visit www.tillingtonmanor.staffs.sch.uk and www.arnoldclark.com, visit Arnold Clark Motorstore, Stafford or your Arnold Clark local dealership.
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EconoWise - Driving Motoring Costs 'Down Down' with Arnold Clark 29 June 2010 With the weather looking more promising and the recent budget tugging on purse strings, many people may be considering a staycation this summer. With this in mind, Arnold Clark's EconoWise campaign this week reveals:
This week's Top 10 EconoWise Cars from Arnold Clark
15% Discount on Car & Van Rental - Car hire from only £21.25 per day For those who would rather hire a car or van for their staycation, the Arnold Clark EconoWise campaign is providing a 15% discount for all online bookings made before 31st July 2010. From small, nippy city cars like the Kia Picanto to MPVs and estate cars, perfect for camping trips or even executive cars for those who prefer a more luxurious ride, Arnold Clark Car & Van Rental has it covered. And with a 15% discount available, there is no better time to hire the perfect car for a staycation. EconoWise with Arnold Clark Servicing & Repairs Keeping your car in tip top condition can not only help prevent costly repairs but it can also help to reduce motoring costs. With Arnold Clark Servicing & Repairs, EconoWise is as easy as 1, 2, 3, ensuring your car is running at its optimum level.
Sir Arnold Clark comments, "Although price is the main priority for most, we have identified, through our recent survey, that miles per gallon and yearly road tax costs are also an important contributing factor for our customers when they are looking to purchase a vehicle. Our top EconoWise cars have more than 50 miles per gallon and low road tax, which will help to keep overall motoring costs down. Our commitment to offering genuine value for money is strengthened further with additional EconoWise savings on car and van rental and servicing." Be wise, EconoWise with Arnold Clark. Look out for more money saving motoring tips and advice together with further incredible offers from Arnold Clark. Visit your local dealership or www.arnoldclark.com for further information. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Arnold Clark supports In-Car Child Safety 21 June 2010
Over the last seven years, almost 7000 child car seats have been tested at special car clinics across the country and over half (51%) were either incorrectly fitted or incompatible with the child or make or model of the car they were being used in. For the ninth consecutive year, Arnold Clark supports the 'Good Egg In-Car Child Safety' initiative and comments on his delight that locally organised child car seat safety clinics will be taking place in every local authority area in Scotland, to give practical help and advice to parents and to reduce the number of incorrectly fitted child car seats. The initiative has helped contribute to another positive reduction in child road casualties with the latest Scottish Government statistics showing a 4% reduction in in-car child casualties from 2008*. The Good Egg Guide to In-Car Child Safety provides information on how to fit a child seat, choosing the right seat, the law and your responsibilities. It offers practical advice and highlights areas where improvements could be made to in-car child safety and to help reduce the number of child passenger casualties. Sir Arnold Clark, Chairman and Chief Executive said, "As an employer of over 8,000 employees, a father and a great grandfather, I am very conscious that children should be safe when they are travelling in a car. It doesn't take much time to check a car seat is fitted properly and it'll be too late after a collision. We urge parents to ensure that their child seats are fitted safely - it could ultimately save their child's life." *Scottish Government Key 2009 Reported Road Casualty Statistics; based on 569 recorded in-car child casualties in 2008 and 548 in 2009.
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Renault To Go time at Arnold Clark 21 June 2010
For the ninth consecutive year, Arnold Clark Automobiles is proud to present the fantastic Renault To Go weekend. World cup themed, the three day spectacular starts on Friday 25th to Sunday 27th June and offers buyers a superb range of specially selected vehicles with amazing savings as well as an exclusive free servicing deal. Renault is delivering over 400 cars exclusively to Arnold Clark for this once a year event, giving buyers the chance to view an exceptional range of nearly new cars. In addition, those who purchase over the Renault To Go weekend, will receive a free two year/ 24,000 mile service plan worth up to £400. Starting with a VIP evening on Friday 25th June, branches across the UK will kick start the celebrations with delicious buffets with food and flavours from around the world. Following on from the VIP nights, a feast of fun and entertainment will run throughout the Saturday and Sunday with BBQs and beat the goalie - guaranteeing a great day out for all the family. In addition, a free prize draw will offer guests the opportunity to win some great prizes, including the Laguna Coupe for a week this summer. David Munton, Arnold Clark franchise manager said, "I am delighted that for the 9th time in a row, Renault To Go is back. The weekend gives customers the opportunity to save thousands on a special range of Renaults and promises to be a great day out for all the family with an array of entertainment at the Arnold Clark Renault dealerships across the UK." Customers truly have something to celebrate this coming weekend. For further details, visit your nearest Renault dealership. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Kia Sedona Wins Best MPV in Practical Caravan-What Car? Towcar Awards 16 June 2010 Long-time caravanners' favourite, the Kia Sedona has added the Practical Caravan-What Car? Towcar Awards best MPV title to its list of accolades - winning over the judges with its prodigious towing capability thanks to its new 2.2 litre diesel engine and six-speed automatic transmission. Regarded as the toughest tow car competition, the Practical Caravan-What Car? Awards put contenders through the most thorough testing and the Sedona 2.2CRDi won praise for its outright ability. Towcar Editor, David Motton said: "The Sedona with its new, more powerful engine mated to a six-speed gearbox represents a lot of car for the money and there is little it cannot tow." Meanwhile, Nigel Donnelly, Practical Caravan's Editor added: "It was clear from our tests that when towing the Sedona sticks doggedly to the driver's intended course - vital for every caravan owner." The Sedona features an all-new four cylinder 2.2 litre 16 valve engine with a variable geometry turbocharger and common-rail injection. That develops 192bhp at 3,800rpm and in the six-speed automatic version torque is upped to 436Nm or 322lb ft between 1800 and 2500rpm delivering exceptional flexibility just where caravanners want it - in the middle of the cruising range. The new engine and auto-box also delivers outstanding refinement and economy with reduced CO2 emissions. That prompted What Car? Editor in Chief, Steve Fowler to comment: "A strong engine, a stable towcar and a spacious cabin. Our favourite MPV in this year's tests." And for those who want to see if Practical Caravan and What Car? are right in their judgement then it is reassuring to know the Sedona can tow up to 2,000kgs behind it. View the Kia Sedona range at your nearest Arnold Clark Kia dealership. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Be Wise, EconoWise with Arnold Clark 7 June 2010 In response to a recent survey of its customers, Arnold Clark is this week launching its new campaign "EconoWise". 69.6% of customers said they think they will need to economise once the emergency Budget is announced on 22nd June. With the new Government holding its emergency budget, many people may feel uncertain financial times are ahead. The Arnold Clark Group, in response to its survey, is launching a new campaign to help ease the financial strain that some may feel. "EconoWise" will provide consumers with outstanding deals not only on new, nearly new and used cars, but will provide savings for customers across the entire motoring spectrum including Servicing and Car & Van Rental. Sir Arnold Clark comments, "Our new EconoWise campaign is simply responding to the needs of our customers. Not only are we continuing to provide genuine value for money with our remarkable savings on vehicles, but we are also providing savings across the entire motoring spectrum. Now that scrappage has finished, we are offering customers alternative saving solutions to help keep them on the road." Over the coming weeks, Arnold Clark will be issuing its top weekly offers to help customers 'EconoWise', which will include savings on vehicles of up to £9000 on cost new together with discounts on Car & Van Rental and budget-busting offers on Servicing. These weekly offers will also be followed by top tips and advice on how customers can econowise their overall motoring costs. This week's Top 10 EconoWise savings from Arnold:
Other phenomenal cars that stand out include:
Be wise, EconoWise with Arnold Clark. Look out for more money saving motoring tips and advice together with further incredible offers from Arnold Clark. Visit your local dealership for further information. Results from Arnold Clark Marketing survey carried out on 4th June 2010. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Toyota Celebrates 3 Million Vehicles Made in the UK 07 Jun 10 Today, Toyota Manufacturing UK (TMUK) will produce its 3 millionth vehicle manufactured in the UK. To celebrate this production milestone and to demonstrate continued commitment to the environment, workers will plant a commemorative tree. For further information on the latest Toyota offers from Arnold Clark, visit your local Arnold Clark Toyota dealership. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Strong May Rise of 13.5% for New Car Registrations 04 Jun 10
"May was another good month for the UK new car market, although we expect the coming months to be extremely challenging," said Paul Everitt, SMMT chief executive. "It is essential that the upcoming emergency budget promotes consumer and business confidence to maintain economic recovery." | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Peugeot's UK Managing Director Launches £1 million 'Blue Box' in Inverness 1 June 2010 Jon Goodman, Managing Director of Peugeot UK, officially opened the state-of-the-art Arnold Clark Peugeot dealership in Inverness after a £1 million refurbishment, and unveiled the striking new Peugeot RCZ. Jon commented, "I am absolutely delighted to be officially opening the Peugeot dealership in Inverness. This is an outstanding facility which I am sure will be enjoyed by Inverness and the surrounding areas." "The Peugeot RCZ has proved to be hugely successful in the Inverness area, already having a waiting list for test drives and new car orders. Hailed as the new chapter in Peugeots history, the RCZ sets the benchmark for compact coupes." The event wasn't just to celebrate the launch of the branch and the unveiling of the RCZ, but also to support Help for Heroes. Arnold Clark donated £10 on behalf of each guest for their attendance and raised a staggering £2500. Over 200 guests were piped in by Madonna's infamous piper and treated to champagne and canapés, whilst being entertained by local band, Tin Pan Alley. Local businesses including the Riverside Gallery and The Drawing Room showcased their latest products, while American Golf arrived with a golf simulator to help guests brush up on their golfing skills. Dior and Clarins from Debenhams provided demonstrations and beauty tips, as health and beauty salon, Fantasia treated guests to a nail file and polish. All the local businesses contributed prizes towards the free prize draw which included winning the Peugeot RCZ for a weekend, vouchers from Fantasia and Angela Stewart creative flowers and various Peugeot merchandise. Jim Proctor, Arnold Clark Peugeot Inverness general manager said, "It is a pleasure to welcome new and existing customers into the dealership. I'm honoured to be part of this exciting time, both for Arnold Clark and Peugeot as they enter a new chapter in the car market, especially as they launch the elegant RCZ." As well as the full collection of Peugeots on display, the Inverness dealership showcased the 2009 Peugeot 207 Rally Car which Peugeot driver Kris Meeke won the IRC championship with. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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