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BBC News
2 days ago
- BBC News
Brother of man missing in Turkey since 2016 'still in limbo'
A man whose brother went missing in Turkey nine years ago has renewed his appeal for any information about what happened to Burns grew up in Prenton, Merseyside, before moving to Turkey in 2009 for a new life with his partner after a holiday romance the pair split after a few years he stayed in the Icmeler beach resort, telling his relatives he had made a new life there and was happy. Terry Burns said the family had been "left in limbo" since August 2016 when they last heard from him, and have urged anyone with information to come forward and "try and give us some peace". Terry said his brother, a Liverpool FC fan, had a tough couple of years and moving to Turkey had "given him a new lease of life". Their younger sister Danielle, who was a holiday rep in Turkey, went to see Gary in early August who was 38 at the time, claimed he had not been paid, along with other workers, by the bar he was living and working said he told Danielle: "Once I get paid I'm leaving the job." 'Can't grieve properly' Terry said he was popular among local people and would meet up with friends from home when they went to Turkey on said he loved giving them a tour of the bells started ringing for the family when one of Gary's friends returned from Turkey and said she had not see him. Gary had also stopped posting on social media, raising fears said: "I put a post out on Facebook saying... has anyone seen him or has anyone heard from him?"While the family were in contact with the Foreign Office as well as the Turkish authorities, they said they had never been given any answers about the circumstances around Gary's disappearance. The bar closed about three months after Gary vanished and the family did not receive any of his possessions, said Terry."It's soul destroying," he said. "It breaks you every time you think about it."You know something's happened because you don't just go missing. "His passport's never been used, so you know he's still in that country. To not know leaves you in limbo. You can't grieve properly because you just don't know." 'Give us peace' Terry said his family had been supported by Missing People, which offers emotional and practical help for loved ones, and LBG Global, which provides overseas crisis support for the loved ones of those who go missing People said: "We continue to stand alongside Gary Burns's family, offering them the same ongoing support we provide to all families affected by a disappearance, for as long as they need us."Our thoughts remain with them, and we remain committed to being here whenever they need us."A Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office spokesperson said: "We supported the family of a British man who went missing in Turkey in 2016 and were in contact with the local authorities."The family is convinced someone knows about Gary's disappearance and has urged them to come forward either on the Gary Burns Appeal Page or via Missing People."Hopefully you can find it in your heart to... tell us to try and give us some peace," said he went missing, Gary was described by Merseyside Police as 5ft 11in (1.8m) tall, of slim build and with brown hair. He Listen to the best of BBC Radio Merseyside on Sounds and follow BBC Merseyside on Facebook, X, and Instagram. You can also send story ideas via Whatsapp to 0808 100 2230.
Yahoo
09-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Arval study finds EV batteries retain 93% capacity on average, easing resale concerns
Arval, a leasing and mobility services provider, has published the results of a large-scale analysis of electric vehicle (EV) battery performance, showing that most batteries retain a high level of capacity well beyond the limits of manufacturer warranties. The study, conducted by Arval's Consulting and Remarketing teams, analysed 8,300 used EVs sold across eight European countries between March 2023 and November 2024. Vehicles from 30 different brands were included in the sample. The findings indicate that the average state of health across the tested EV batteries was 93% of their original capacity. Nearly all (98%) retained more than 80% of their original capacity. Even at high usage levels, battery performance remained strong. After 70,000 kilometres, the average battery's state of health remained at 93%. For vehicles that had travelled over 200,000 kilometres, the average battery capacity still approached 90%. Battery degradation is frequently cited as a key concern for used EV buyers, as batteries account for 20% to 30% of a vehicle's original value. Health certificates Arval offers battery health certificates for used EVs sold through its network. The battery certificates are generated using diagnostic tools developed by Moba and Aviloo, two of only three companies certified by the Car Remarketing Association Europe (CARA). The certificates show the current battery capacity as a percentage of its original value and provide range estimates under different driving conditions. Arval began issuing battery health certificates for used EVs in the UK in 2024, with around 1,400 vehicles assessed to date. Gary Burns, Remarketing Director at Arval UK, said battery health is a key concern for UK consumers and motor dealers. 'Our solution displays the data the car holds on its current state of battery health to show how much of the battery capacity is still usable,' said Burns. 'The information can then be shared with our customers so they have a current view of the performance of the battery.' Buyers can access the battery health certificate through a QR code displayed on the vehicle listing. The aim is to promote transparency and support informed decisions during the transition to electric mobility. No EU-wide standard for battery health certification While battery health certification is gaining traction, there is currently no European standard for evaluating EV battery health. Arval relies on CARA-approved methods to ensure independent and consistent assessments across markets. MethodologyArval's analysis is based on 8,300 battery health certificates collected from used electric vehicles sold between March 2023 and November 2024 across eight European countries: the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Switzerland. The sample includes vehicles from approximately 30 different manufacturers, comprising both battery electric vehicles (BEVs), which made up 77% of the dataset, and plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), accounting for 23%. "Arval study finds EV batteries retain 93% capacity on average, easing resale concerns" was originally created and published by Motor Finance Online, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site.
