Motorists are largely ignorant of car crime and leave themselves open to being robbed, according to a disturbing AA survey. It asked members about their knowledge of car theft and robberies and found a quarter did not consider it at all, a tenth believed modern cars are thief-proof, and 4% don’t lock cars. Yet police figures show that after years of decline, thefts of cars has jumped nearly … [Read more...]
Newslines 11 January
Kia is the only brand in Britain’s top ten to improve on market share last year. The ninth placed Korean brand saw a growth of 2.7% with 95,746 registrations while market leader Ford suffered an 11.6% decline, although Nissan sales collapsed 32.1% in seventh place. Honda and Toyota have joined MINI and said they will suspend car production in April for a few days. It follows the car … [Read more...]
WiFi wheels’ thieves & how to beat them
WiFi thieves can target over 100 car models and drive them away or disable them for the legal owners, research shows. Despite 110 car models being vulnerable to one of the most prevalent digital attacks - theft of the vehicle via hacking of the keyless entry and ignition system- only 50 per cent of drivers with keyless access are concerned about their car being stolen, a new study … [Read more...]
WiFi thieves are locking onto cars
Recent figures from by the government show that car theft is on the rise again. Its increased by 15 per cent since 2016/17, and 40 per cent over the last five years and the finger is pointed at keyless entry systems. Tracker is warning motorists to increase their level of car security as 80% of all vehicles stolen and recovered by Tracker in 2017 were stolen without using the owner’s … [Read more...]
Future logistics conference
Self-driving and electric vehicles, drone technology, Wi-Fi connectivity, artificial intelligence and more: the world around us is changing fast, and the logistics sector is one area embracing new technologies and solutions quickly. The Freight Transport Association, which has more than 17,000 members nationwide, will be holding a new one-day event, The Future Logistics Conference & Expo … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 February
The new Audi A7 Sportback is available to order for April delivery from £54,940. The four models have the latest styling , enhanced electronics and infotainment, mild hybrid powertrain in Sport or S Line trims and choice of 3.0 litre petrol or diesel engines. Passengers across Wales can now benefit from free Wi-Fi on all Arriva Trains Wales thanks to Welsh Government funding. The £1.5m … [Read more...]