Founded by Ferdinand Porsche (see also our previous word of the day Volkswagen) and his brother in law Anton Piech in 1931, the Porsche company motto “there is no substitute” reflects the confidence in a brand which has long been associated with luxury and reliability.Continue reading Porsche
EVS Translations Blog
14 May /13
Volkswagen
Volkswagen literally translates as “people’s car”, and the brand has lived up to the name.Continue reading Volkswagen
14 May /13
The Shetland Revival – new investments are revitalizing oil and gas production
In 1977, the Nashua Telegraph of New Hampshire ran a lengthy article on the recently opened oil fields off the coast of the Shetland Islands.Continue reading The Shetland Revival – new investments are revitalizing oil and gas production
13 May /13
Mausoleum
Great rulers might hope to be remembered for their victories in battle, but some have become best known for their place of burial.Continue reading Mausoleum
10 May /13
Cappuccino
This wonderful mixture of brown coffee and white milky foam combines the same colours as the headwear worn by the Capuchin monks who gave cappuccino its name.Continue reading Cappuccino
