Isuzu is Japan’s oldest motor manufacturer with more than a century of experience and it has been the slowest to move into the electrical age. Its progress may appear to resemble an ice-berg on the move but the fact is, like that big lump of frozen water, you ignore it at your peril. While other manufacturers compromised carrying capacity and capability … [Read more...]
Regular eye-tests endorsed by elderly drivers
Older drivers are the biggest supporters of regular eye tests for motorists. That’s despite being the most likely age group to be impacted by the Government’s proposed policy changes, new findings reveal. The Department for Transport is considering mandatory in-person eye tests for older drivers – replacing the current system where motorists over 70 … [Read more...]
Scrap the 20mph limit, say Tories
Conservative Senedd member for the Vale of Glamorgan and Bridgend Andrew RT Davies has repeated his calls for Plaid Cymru’s 20mph policy to be scrapped, after data showed deaths on Welsh roads have increased. Mr Davies said the statistics proved the policy, which made 20mph the default speed limit on all restricted roads in Wales, was not improving road … [Read more...]
Motorpoint call out ev running costs
Only two-fifths of drivers (39%) think an electric vehicle would be cheaper to run than a petrol or diesel car, despite EVs being the cheapest fuel type to run on a per-mile basis in 2026. Research from Motorpoint, based on a survey of 2,000 car owners, found that misconceptions around the cost of EVs are holding car owners back from making the switch, … [Read more...]
First drive: VW Transporter Sportline eHybrid
Seventy-five years ago, the Volkswagen Transporter arrived in Britain, shook up the commercial sector and now it’s laying down a new challenge in the electric age. The company has introduced its first eHybrid model in the popular T32 series, in 16 versions of long or short wheelbase vans together with kombi crew styles and the people orientated shuttle … [Read more...]
Call for scrappage scheme to boost EV adoption
More than eight out of 10 car dealers say the UK needs a scrappage scheme to support electric car sales, according to new research for one finance provideer. September’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 60% believe the government should encourage the adoption of electric cars and 61% that they need to be as affordable as possible. Also, 26% think electric … [Read more...]
Money shortage putting brakes on servicing and safety – RAC
Cash strapped young drivers are most likely to delay necessary repairs or tyre replacements on financial grounds. A poll for the RAC found 25% of those under 25 and 21% of drivers in the 25-44 age group say they have done so, compared to just 5% of drivers aged 65 and older. Among drivers of all ages, 3% have deliberately avoided their MOT, a legal … [Read more...]
Failed infrastructure threatens European green-truck drive
In an extraordinary appearance on one stage together, the CEOs of Europe’s seven leading truck and bus manufacturers warned yesterday, at the IAA Transportation in Hanover, that Europe’s shift to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles is still being held back by an alarming delay in the conditions that are needed to drive market uptake. They called on European … [Read more...]
Momentum mounts with EV registrations
With EV registrations rising and the used market surging, NFDA Electric Vehicle Approved highlighted growing momentum in the UK’s switch to electric, while calling for continued action on affordability, charging and consumer confidence. Developed by National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) and endorsed by the Government’s Office for Zero Emission … [Read more...]
Used EVs rising in price
Britain's used electric vehicle market is showing clear signs of picking up. After years of prices falling, consumer demand for used EVs has grown this summer, with used prices having posted three consecutive months of annual growth in Autotrader’s records. However, industry leaders warn that there is more to do before the used market can support the next … [Read more...]
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