Midlands
Midlands
Regional event reports
A roadside breakdown is a dangerous workplace
17th Nov 2011
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The centre's first meeting of the 2011/12 season almost faltered following the no-show of the arranged speaker. However, calamity was avoided when committee member Mark Braham volunteered to talk about his work as AA quality manager, with particular reference to the problems associated with patrols working on the motorway network.
Now and then with Scania
26th May 2011
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Scania, which was founded over 100 years ago in Sweden, was little known in the UK until the mid 60s when the LB76 was introduced.
Impact of automotive travel on environment
26th May 2011
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Members and guests of the Midlands Centre's recent event were fortunate to hear from vice chancellor at Aston University and advisor to the UK Government on climate change, Professor Julia King CBE FREng. King spoke about the impact of automotive travel on the environment, and the need for reduced emissions and alternative fuels.
Scania success
4th Apr 2011
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Scania, which was founded over 100 years ago in Sweden, was little known in the UK until the mid 60's when the LB76 was introduced over here.
Triumph Motorcycles
30th Nov 2010
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Guy Masters provided delegates with an entertaining and informative presentation on the iconic motorcycle manufacturer, Triumph.