Solid-state batteries should reduce the carbon footprint of electric vehicle batteries by almost two-fifths – further increasing EVs’ environmental advantage over fossil fuel vehicles. That’s according to research commissioned by Transport & Environment from Minviro, a UK-based company specialised in raw material life-cycle analysis, which compared … [Read more...]
Education
Newslines 25 July
The eagerly awaited Autolink networking event organised by the Welsh Automotive Forum will be held on 27 September at Cardiff City Stadium, Leckwith. It brings together key suppliers and automotive component makers, potential investors and specialists with a session of presentations, opportunities to discuss ventures and see the latest products created for … [Read more...]
Holiday crawl begins this week
Huge jams are possible on UK roads at the end of this week as the summer getaway begins in unprecedented heat, says the RAC. Parts of the M4 in South Wales, the M5 in the West Country, M25 around London and the main roads to North Wales, the Lake District and popular coastal spots are expected to be the worst. The RAC is urging every driver to check their … [Read more...]
Wash your car but be considerate in this weather
As high temperatures swept across Britain and set new records this week, Dwr Cymru Welsh Water has asked motorists to be considerate with their use for washing vehicles. “During the hot spells, we always try to encourage our customers to make an extra effort not to waste water and most importantly, that they don’t waste it,” the company said in a … [Read more...]
‘None for the road’ is one way to reduce accidents
Potentially millions of motorists could be unknowingly getting behind the wheel while over the drink-drive limit if they socialise this weekend. That’s according to research commissioned by the UK’s leading independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, which has revealed that up to four in ten drivers (42 per cent) of the 1,004 motorists surveyed do not … [Read more...]
New Welsh speed law threat to deaf
Following the news that speed limits in built-up areas look set to be reduced from 30mph to 20mph in Wales from next year - a UK first that has caused some controversy among some drivers. Ministers say a 20mph speed limit will lower road collisions and traffic noise and encourage people to walk and cycle. However, will this lowered traffic … [Read more...]
Nonsensical new 20mph speed limit criticised
A decision to make all urban roads across Wales 20mph has been branded “nonsensical and deeply disappointing” by Natasha Asghar MS. Senedd members voted on the highly controversial scheme with the Welsh Conservatives voting against, and Plaid Cymru supporting Labour by giving it their backing. Natasha Asghar MS (above) – who represents South East Wales … [Read more...]
20mph speed limits in Wales
The Welsh Senedd will today vote on the Restricted Roads Order, which would impose reduced speed limits in built-up areas across the whole of Wales from 30mph to 20mph. Commenting, Welsh Shadow Minister for Transport, Natasha Ashgar MS, said, “The Welsh Conservatives are not against introducing 20mph speed limits outside schools, playgrounds, places of … [Read more...]
Beat the heat & plan ahead
The current heatwave is expected to last all week, with warnings remaining in place while the temperature soars into the mid thirties (33C/91F). It is important to make safety a priority when you're driving this summer, which is why you should always prepare for long journeys ahead, including your commute to and from work. Graham Conway, Managing Director … [Read more...]
Fraudster sat 150 driving tests
A woman living in Wales who impersonated learner drivers taking theory and practical driving tests over two years has been jailed for eight months. Inderjeet Kaur, 29, of Llanelli, Carmarthenshire, admitted taking 150 tests between 2018 and 2020 for people who had difficulty with English. Swansea Crown Court heard suspicion grew at test … [Read more...]
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