Well, here we are again. It’s that time of the year when many of us check out of our offices for the festive break that takes in the Christmas and New Year celebrations. Just where did 2016 go?

You can read a review of the year, a personal look at the highlights from my perspective, month-by-month:

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Part 1 – January-June

Part 2 – July-December

Also, my colleague in Asia, Tony Pugliese, has provided some thoughts from Jakarta.

Here at just-auto, we’ll be out for the festive break and back at our desks, bright eyed and bushy tailed, on Tuesday, January 3, 2017.

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Of course, we’ll keep one eye on the news throughout the festive period, keeping you posted on any big stories, should they arise.

For now, it’s time to share a drink and some time with friends and family.

From all the team here, very best wishes and we’ll see you in 2017!

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