Airbag for pedestrians – may we scoop you off your feet…gently, kind walker Volvo show a new airbag for pedestrians. Yes it is outside the car! Interesting.  But do still cross carefully! See Volvo’s 20 second animation Could be something to thank Volvo for on www.Thankly.net      

Morning Reading, selected articles of interest from various publications. Coke buys into Innocent smoothies Coca-Cola has bought a £30m stake in Innocent, the British fruit drink and “smoothie” maker renowned for its ethical ethos. Innocent says the minority investment will allow further European expansion. Read Article Teams Race to Build Super-Fuel-Efficient Car A field of […]

“Would you mind taking this car?” said the girl at the Avis counter in London. Having booked a mere Ford compact car, the suggestion was most welcome. Perhaps my cheeky, childish attempt to get upgraded by asking “of course if you have a Ferrari or Aston Martin available, I don’t mind a free upgrade” might […]