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6/11/08 SMC HANDS OVER CHEQUE FOR £2,000 TO ITS PRIZE DRAW WINNER
Charles Beresford from Weybridge is the lucky winner of SMC Renault’s recent prize draw to win a £2,000 cheque.
Mr Beresford who runs Charles Beresford Design in Weybridge bought a Grand Scénic in October for use with his business. The purchase of the nearly-new car gave him entry into the draw to win the £2,000 which SMC offered to all customers at its four sites throughout the month of October.
His name was pulled out of the hat by SMC Managing Director James Kimber who presented Mr Beresford with his cheque.
Mr Beresford said: “I don’t usually have this sort of luck with competitions, so I am thrilled. I decided to go for a Grand Scénic as it’s got seven seats and enough capacity for the samples and literature I need to take to my customers in my work with Brightwood Windows and Conservatories which designs and manufactures conservatories, orangeries, windows and doors.
“As our work takes us all over Surrey, I was looking for something comfortable and stylish. We have bought Renaults for years and like them as they’re reliable, French and sexy!”
In an interesting twist, Mr Beresford received his cheque shortly after handing over another for £5,400 to the Sam Beare Hospice raised by the Wider World Group at St. James Church, Weybridge.
SMC Managing Director James Kimber added: “Congratulations to Charles whose name came out of the hat from all the entrants at the end of the month. We’re delighted that the £2,000 has gone to a loyal Renault customer and hope it helps with the family’s Christmas shopping!”
19/11/08 ON THE FIRST DAY OF CHRISTMAS, SMC GAVE TO ME......
With partridges in pear trees and turtle doves starting to lose favour among Christmas shoppers, SMC is getting into the festive mood by offering a luxurious Christmas hamper from Fortnum and Mason for any car ordered from the 19th November.
Any retail customers who buy a new Renault or used car or van from SMC’s stock at each of its sites in Guildford, Woking and Weybridge will get a fabulous hamper including Yuletide favourites such as champagne truffles, Christmas pudding, cognac butter and wine.And with Renault’s much-anticipated New Mégane Hatch launched at SMC on 26th November, there’s even more reason to visit SMC and take a test drive.
SMC Sales Director Keith Wheeler said: “We’ve been doing this for the last four years and it always adds some festive cheer to the season and in these difficult times it is good to be able to keep with tradition.
“We’re currently preparing for the launch of New Mégane at the end of November, so there are plenty of reasons to visit any one of our sites to take a Christmas test drive. The New Mégane has already received praise for its dynamic and elegant styling, as well as its reassuring drive and high standards of quality.
“As you would expect from Renault, it also offers best-in-class safety and crash protection.”
07/11/08 New Winter Offers At St Johns Service Centre
Is your car ready for winter yet? That’s a question you should be asking yourself and here at SMC we have already thought about that and we are ready and waiting for you.
Our parts departments are full of de-icer, anti-freeze and windscreen washer fluid that won’t freeze up until –10 degrees celsius.
Our St Johns service centre also has some very special winter offers including, a Free Winter Safety check on you vehicle to ensure you’re your car is in tip top condition for winter, Free brake pads when you buy a pair of discs and we fit them*, Oil and Filter change from only £39.99*, Anti Freeze change £34.99* and many other seasonal offers.
They have an excellent selection of tyres off the shelf at prices that are the most competitive on the high street*.
Call Iseult or one of her team on 0845-125 4674 and they will be more than happy to help you with your inquiry or click here for more information.
*All prices include parts and labour and vat, for brake pad and tyre offer contact us with the details of your vehicle and we will be able give you an idividual competitive quotation.
15/07/2008 SMC`S SPORTING OFFER FOR TWINGO EARLY BIRDS
Surrey motorists are being offered the chance to put their driving skills to the test thanks to a sporting new offer from SMC.
Customers who place an early order of the latest Renaultsport model, the exciting Twingo Renaultsport 133, will receive a free track day voucher.
The newest, and smallest, Renaultsport hot hatch to date is now available to order from SMC located in Guildford, Woking and Weybridge. Priced at just £11,550 on the road, the Twingo Renaultsport 133 forms the entry point into the Renaultsport range and combines unbeatable driving pleasure with fantastic value.
SMC customers who order in the first 133 days of ordering will receive a voucher for a Renaultsport track day in 2009, which offers the chance to experience their new Twingo 133 to the limit in a safe environment at a number of the country`s top motor racing circuits including Brands Hatch and Bedford Autodrome.
Both on and off the track, drivers will be able to experience the Twingo`s feisty performance which is delivered from a free-revving 1.6-litre engine developing 133hp. In addition, it features a specific Renaultsport-tuned chassis and steering as well as larger 16" alloy wheels than found on the popular Twingo GT.
Drivers will also have a choice of five colours including the new and unique Mirage Grey and optional extras such as a Cup chassis with 17" wheels.
Keith Wheeler, Sales Director at SMC, said: "With fantastic performance and excellent value for money, the Twingo Renaultsport 133 is a great addition to the popular Renaultsport range and this unique track day offer means customers will be able to experience this for themselves in a safe and controlled environment."
Twingo Renaultsport 133 is officially launched in September. The trackday voucher can be redeemed at any of the following circuits: Brands Hatch, Bedford Autodrome CadwellPark and Oulton Park.
18/06/2008 FATHERS ENJOY DAY OUT AT RACING VENUE
Getting up close to an ING Renault Formula One racecar proved to be the Father’s Day treat of choice when customers from SMC Weybridge took part in a special summer driving event.
The “Ride and Drive” took place at Kempton Racecourse and allowed youngsters to invite their dads to experience a slice of Formula One action before putting cars from Renault’s road-going range to the test.
During the two-day event which took place over the Father’s Day weekend, guests were able to test drive the Renault range including the much-loved Clio, Mégane, Laguna and Twingo models, before being given a free entry ticket to nearby Hampton Court.
As well as the racer, guests got to see the Clio Sport Tourer, as well as Renault’s first-ever 4x4 crossover the Koleos, with visitors among the first in the UK to experience its off-road capabilities at the hands of a qualified driver.
While adults enjoyed testing the cars and experiencing the “Dynamic Drive” where a professional driver demonstrated the safety equipment on a Mégane Renaultsport 225, children were kept entertained with a “Tales from the Glovebox” storytelling corner and a colouring competition.
David Goodman of Hersham was one of the lucky dads who took his children to the event.
David said: “I already have a Grand Scénic, but like it so much that I am looking to get another one or an Espace at some point in the near future.
“The children had a brilliant day out and enjoyed everything from the simulator to the ING Renault F1 Team goody bags!”
Hasan Uctas, whose family looked at the Koleos and Grand Scénic added: “It was good to experience the Koleos off-road – it looks good and is very comfortable.
“We really enjoyed ourselves and were pleased with all the added activities that made it a really nice family day out.”
27/02/08 New Business Centre at SMC Weybridge
Local businesses have a new van and fleet expert on hand at SMC Weybridge to give specialist advice.
Stuart Menges moved from SMC Guildford to the Weybridge branch of Surrey’s largest Renault dealer at the end of January to set up the specialist van centre. He now provides fleet solutions for businesses with car and van needs alike from the dealership in Oatlands Drive.
Stuart started at SMC Guildford in 2007, and before that worked with Renault for seven years at various dealerships in the south east.
“Our fleet department at SMC Guildford has always been very strong, and we identified the same need for local businesses in the Weybridge area to be served by a dedicated fleet centre which provides a different level of service to just van sales.
“We understand vans and have them on display. We want to establish and nurture relationships with local businesses because we understand that they don’t just need a van, but also such things as servicing, ply-lining, racking, security roof racks, which we can all do here at SMC on site.
“SMC also has a business club to reward loyal business customers by giving discounts on servicing. Essentially we are a one-stop shop and we can offer advice on sales, leasing and financing options.”
19/12/0 NEW RENAULT LAGUNA ACHIEVES ONE OF HIGHEST EVER EURO NCAP CRASH TEST SCORES
Laguna II was the first vehicle to ever achieve a five-star rating in the passive safety assessment tests carried out by the independent body, Euro NCAP. It was a result that took the car into a new era. Today, it’s the turn of New Laguna to achieve the same maximum five-star rating. With a total of 36 points from a possible 37, one of the highest scores ever recorded in the tests, the newcomer even outperformed its predecessor to once again highlight Renault`s expertise in the realm of passive safety. In addition to its Euro NCAP credentials, New Laguna delivers reassuring handling thanks to its precise, responsive chassis, while at the same time ensuring a level of braking and technology that puts it at the top end of its category in real-life motoring conditions.
14/12/07 UNIVERSITY OF SURREY STUDENT UNION STRIKES A GREAT DEAL WITH SMC
11/10/2007 SMC TV IS NOW AVAILABLE NOW ON THIS WEBSITE
That`s right where you see this logo you can now view video. Look at the safety pages and see how the cutting edge systems that make our some of the safest available in the market. Click Here to see more.
96.4 EAGLE FM READY TO HELP BUST THE JAMS
SMC Guildford’s showroom was jam-packed last week when the Renault dealership launched its partnership with 96.4 Eagle FM.
The dealership is doing its bit to help motorists avoid congestion when out and about on local roads in both Surrey and Hampshire by
sponsoring the Eagle’s Jambuster traffic reports for 12 months.
Keith Wheeler, Sales Director at SMC, launched the campaign with 96.4 Eagle FM breakfast DJ Peter Gordon, better known as PG, as well as
fellow DJ Kim Robson, at the SMC Guildford showroom on the Astolat Business Park.
Keith said: “Everyone here at the dealership listens to PG’s breakfast show on Eagle, and so it seemed natural to get involved with the
Jambuster traffic reports. We decided to sponsor the feature as our way of helping to keep local drivers on the move. It was extremely valuable
to local motorists during the recent snowy weather.”
For more information on SMC’s Renault range, visit SMC Guildford on the Astolat Business Park (01483 302 266), SMC Woking on Wych Hill
(01483 720322) or SMC Weybridge on Oatlands Drive, (01932 855021) or alternatively click onto www.smcrenault.co.uk
If you see a jam on Surrey and Hampshire’s roads, call the 96.4 Eagle and SMC’s Jambuster Jamline on 0800 06 88 964 when safe and legal.
12/09/06 THOUSANDS SEEKING INFORMATION ON NEW CHILD SEATS LAW
Thousands of parents are contacting the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents for information on the new child car seat law which comes into force on Monday (Sept 18).
The number of visitors to RoSPA’s special website - www.childcarseats.org.uk - set up to help parents with queries about car restraints has been growing rapidly in recent weeks. About 5,000 people a day are currently logging on to the site – five times the number a year ago.
Kevin Clinton, RoSPA Head of Road Safety, said: “The interest has been phenomenal. It does show that people are aware that changes are on the way and they need to be prepared for them.
“A lot do seem to be leaving things until the last minute and we urge them to ensure they have the correct seats for their children’s size and for their car.
“The law makes it compulsory for children to use child car seats or booster seats.
“In the past, most children in cars have only had to be in an appropriate child restraint ‘if available’. That loophole will disappear on Monday (Sept 18), and children under 12 will not be able to wear an ordinary seatbelt in a car until they are over 4ft 5in (1.35m), with very few exceptions.”
He said many parents still did not put their children in any form of restraint in cars and it was hoped the new law would help to solve that problem. The Government estimates that if people comply with the changes, the legislation could save about 2,000 injuries a year among children on Britain’s roads.
Those who ignore the law face a £30 fixed penalty notice or £500 fine if the case goes to court.
“But it shouldn’t take the threat of punishment to ensure children are as safe as possible in cars,” Kevin Clinton said. “Adult seatbelts are designed for adults and not children and will not offer the same protection as a child car seat or booster seat or cushion. Parents should see this as a piece of positive legislation designed to reduce the likelihood or severity of injuries in a crash.”
Also on September 18, new regulations will be introduced requiring coach, bus and minibus passengers over 13-years-old to wear seatbelts where fitted.
09/02/06 RENAULT COMMITMENT 2009
Today President and Chief Executive Officer Carlos Ghosn announced "Renault Commitment 2009," a growth plan whose ambition is to make and sustain Renault as the most profitable European volume car company.
Renault makes three major commitments:
- Position the next Laguna, which will be launched in 2007, among the top three models in its segment in terms of product and service quality;
- Achieve an operating profit margin of 6% in 2009;
- Sell an additional 800,000 units in 2009 as compared to 2005.
"A new, exciting page in the history of Renault is being written, based on the motivation and dedication of the women and men of our company," said Mr. Ghosn.
An unprecedented product offensive in Renault history
Renault will launch 26 new products better focused on the needs and aspirations of its customers. The strength of the product plan will lead to an unprecedented acceleration of vehicle launches: in addition to the two launched in 2006, Renault will launch an average of eight models each year from 2007 to 2009, which is double the number launched from 1998 to 2005. Half of these cars will expand the lineup.
The product offensive will result in widening the lineup in four directions:
- Renewing the pillars of the existing lineup – the Megane family, Twingo, Kangoo and Master;
- Developing a luxury range: with five vehicles launched during the plan, Renault will double the volume of its sales in this segment1;
- Entering new segments where Renault is currently not present, such as SUVs, 4x4s, crossovers and niche vehicles.
- Developing products to support growth in markets outside Europe, such as with the Logan program.
Renault’s sales outside Europe are expected to grow from 27% of total sales in 2005 to 37% in 2009, an increase of 80%.
The average age of Renault products sold in Europe will drop from 3.8 years in 2005 to 2.2 years in 2009.
The enrichment of Renault’s offer is expected to increase sales by an additional 800,000 units in 2009 compared to 2005.
16/01/2006 SMC launch SMC Accident Management
SMC Renault are now offering customers an Accident Management Service. This service takes care of the whole process, from dealing with any insurance claims to carrying out all repair work. We ensure that you get back on the road with the minimum of hassle and inconvenience. For more details click here
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