Road Warden Bill to be introduced

The VIP government will soon introduced a Road Warden Bill in the House of Assembly (HOA), which will give way for the appointment of a Road Warden for each electoral district under the Ministry of Communications and Works.

This was stated by the Governor, His Excellency William Boyd McCleary, during the speech he delivered from the throne in the HOA recently.

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Taxi drivers eager for fare increase

Taxi drivers are eagerly awaiting the new tariff for the operation of taxis on the island. They say it has been approximately 20 years now since a new tariff was introduced. Speaking with The Standpoint, taxi driver, Irad Brathwaite, said that while he is comfortable with the regular $5 around Road Town, he would like to see the fare increased for West End, East End, Cane Garden Bay (CGB) and Brewer’s Bay.

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Traffic dept. reports over 1,000 accidents

The Traffic Department of the Road Town Police Station has reported that approximately 1,000 road accidents have occurred for the year thus far, at the end of August. This is according to Head of the Traffic Department Inspector, Kenrick Headley. Around the same period last year, there were 1,024 road accidents.

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Car and Boat show a success

The car and boat show turned out to be a successful event, but the organizers were hoping for a larger participation from boat owners. Vice Chairman of Capital Productions, Julien Johnson, told The StandPoint that car owners must be commended for their participation.

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Changes in traffic regulations met with mixed views

The recently announced changes made to the Road Traffic Regulations 2009 by the Minister for Communication and Works, Honourable Julian Fraser, following concerns by taxi professionals, has been met with mixed views.

More than a week ago, Minister Fraser, Permanent Secretary, Julian Willock, and other officials met with taxi professionals to address the issues that were raised at previous meetings.

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The Choice for 2010

Nissan was born in Japan, and like other marques from its homeland, the brand is known for crafting vehicles that place an emphasis on edgy styling and performance. The company's lineup of vehicles is broad, and includes sporty coupes, family sedans, minivans, trucks and SUVs. The automaker got its start in 1933 as the Jidosha Seico Co., Ltd. In 1981, Nissan shelved the Datsun name and began selling vehicles worldwide under the Nissan moniker. The '80s also saw Nissan's launch of a tuning division called Nismo for the development of performance-oriented vehicles and accessories.

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Choose the right service centre before your Next Brake Job

Car maintenance is often moved to the back burner due to your already hectic schedule, but it’s important to make sure your vehicle receives the proper treatment when in need of service. Oil changes and antifreeze flush and fills are typical maintenance routines offered by most shops, but extensive service, like brake work, can be a bit more complicated.

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Traffic Department cautions drivers during rainy season

The Traffic Department of the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force is cautioning all drivers to be careful on the road during the rainy season. Sergeant Smyrna Brewley of the Traffic Department said they have not gotten any reports as yet of any accidents in the accident prone areas during the rainy season. However, it is still early and they do anticipate accidents especially in areas such as the Joe’s Hill and Belle Vue Roads.

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Natural way to restore shine to car finishes

There is no mistaking the appeal of a shiny new car. That fresh-from-the-showroom look turns heads and garners nods of approval. Yet, pollution, weather, scratches and a host of other pesky problems can soon leave your car’s exterior looking dull and less appealing. Perhaps you’d think that waxing can help restore shine to your car. Well, not if you don’t use the right product.

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Keep items safe and secure while towing

Spring signals a rebirth of many things, including road trips, vacations and scenic drives. It's also a time when water lovers take boats and sporting apparel out of hibernation to be put into regular use once again. What this means is you're bound to be one of many people with a boat or jet-ski hitched to your bumper or piloting an RV full of camping equipment. The key is arriving at your destination with equipment still in tow and in sound shape.

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