Posts from June 2017
The 104th Tour de France is about to start!
Yes the Tour de France is in its' 104th year. You've probably guessed that we're pretty keen on cars here at Speedy Reg, but we also love bikes too! After an individual time trial on July 1st, the Tour starts in Dusseldorf on July 2nd and continues down through Belgium and into Luxembourg, reaching France on July 3rd where the race continues until the final stage on July 11th. The race is 3540 kilometres long and there'll be plenty of TV coverage to enjoy. If you subscribe to Eurospor
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Are You Set To Be Social? Social Media Day 2017
You might think having a Social Media Day is pretty pointless. Well really, every day is a social media day these days isn't it? But Social Media Day is much more than just an excuse to spend all day on Facebook. It's a celebration of the changes that social media has brought to the world. From finding long lost school friends to getting up to date on breaking news stories, with social media you are instantly linked to people all over the world. That's pretty amazing, and certainly someth
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Look After Your Eyes – It's National Sunglasses Day
You can't beat a cool pair of shades, they're the perfect fashion accessory for a sunny day, but they're also far more than just a fashion statement. Sunglasses and pure optical lenses protect your eyes from the harmful UV rays of the sun. We tend to neglect our eyes when it comes to the sunshine. We just want to cut out the glare, we don't think about the damaging effects. Even those of us who are very particular about applying lots of sun cream often forget that our eyes are just as likely
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It's Selfie Day – So Get Snapping!
Do you love taking selfies? Is your Facebook page full of pictures of you? You at the beach, you on a night out, you just chilling out at home. The selfie has certainly become a massive craze that's probably here to stay, so love them or loathe them, why not snap a selfie today, just for no reason at all! Or get together with your friends or family and take a big selfie, you might need a handy selfie stick for that though! Selfie day is all about you. Tomorrow you can go back to thinki
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Got Any Plans for the Summer Solstice?
June 21st is the summer solstice. It's the longest day of the year. After June 21st, the nights will start to draw in again. Ever wondered why it's called the solstice? It's from two Latin words. 'Sol' meaning 'sun' and 'sistere' meaning 'to make stand'. This is because on this day, the sun does appear to be stationary in the sky. If you're a fan of the summer solstice, you may want to consider a move to Uranus where the summer solstice lasts for 42 years! While many of us don't tend t
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Treat Dad to a Private Plate this Father's Day
A private plate is just the perfect gift for your dad. Of course he loves anything you give him, but when you're looking at novelty socks, a 'World's Best Dad' mug or a bottle of whisky, why not also take a look at our selection of plates that would be ideal for your dad. With prices starting at just £40, a private plate can actually work out to be a cheaper gift than a decent bottle of whisky. That's certainly food for though, because it's obvious which one is the most thoughtful, the mo
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Nagesh! Are you Looking for a New Private Plate?
Hey Nagesh, have you ever considered getting a private plate? Maybe you've always thought it would be great to have one but never found quite the right plate? Well how about this one that we've recently added to our stock? N26 ESH. It's a brilliant plate for anyone called Nagesh! So if you like the look of this plate, how do you go about ordering it? Well you will be pleased to know that ordering private plates is actually pretty simple. Many people believe it's a complicated process, but
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Nabor! You're anything but boring!
Hi Nabor, are you the kind of guy who likes to stand out from the crowd? Then we've got the ideal head-turning private plate for you... N24 BOR! Love it? Then grab it quick while it's still available. While you're pretty unique, you're not the only Nabor so if you like the look of this plate then do get in touch and secure this plate before another Nabor snaps it up. Haven't got the cash ready right now? No problem, you can take advantage of our interest free credit payment option. Ju
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A Big Thank You To Alanda – 20 Years Dedicated Service To Speedy Reg
We'd all like to take this opportunity to say a huge thank you to Alanda for all her hard work at Speedy Reg over the last 20 years. She's a big part of the Speedy Reg family and we simply couldn't imagine life without her, she's been invaluable to the business over the years. A lot has changed over the 20 years she's been with us. She's seen us safely through some big changes in the number plate world, from the closing of the Enniskillen Tax office, then the DVA at Coleraine, and the end
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Don't Forget To Vote on June 8th
A general election always causes some heated debate, but perhaps this one is even more contentious than ever. Everyone seems to have a strong opinion and it's not uncommon to see people falling out about it, especially it seems, on social media! It's an important decision for each and every one of us and one we shouldn't take lightly. This really does affect the future of our country. Have you got a favourite party that you are certain will be the best choice, or are you still deciding, w
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Surprise Your BFF Today - It's Best Friends Day!
Who's your bestie? Is it a work colleague? Perhaps it's your mum, your dad or your son or daughter. Or maybe you've known your BFF since your school days. Best friends are wonderful. They know you inside out. They're there for you when you lose your job or you're broken hearted. They will put up with your bad moods and of course they're always happy for you when something great happens in your life. If you're lucky you'll get to see your best friend regularly, but perhaps your BFF lives f
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2017 Gran Fondo Giro D'Italia Set To Be The Best Yet!
For anyone with a love of cycling, it's all got pretty exciting in recent years. The Tour de France visited Yorkshire and the Giro d'Italia came to Belfast. The Giro d'Italia first came to Belfast in 2014 and it was a huge success. It returns for a third time this year and it's set to be even bigger and better than ever before. Thousands of cyclists from all over the world flock to Belfast to compete. The great thing about this race is that it's open to all abilities. There are two differ
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