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Fuel research saves 1,400tonnes in tests

15 November 2019

Britain’s first research project to assess the viability of biomethane in heavy goods vehicles has saved over 1,400 tonnes of well-to-wheel CO2e emissions compared to diesel in a two-year trial. The Dedicated to Gas project deployed 20 Euro VI vehicles running on biomethane to the three fleet operators, in a combination of compressed natural gas (CNG) and … [Read more...]

Newslines 12 November

12 November 2019

Volkswagen is breaking new ground with a concept for an electric estate car to be shown at the Los Angeles motor show the end of this week. The ID Space Vizzion is their latest proposal for a new model after a future EV hatchback was unveiled in the autumn. Jaguar Land Rover’s decision to shut down assembly plants last week to ease any Brexit issues with … [Read more...]

The unforgettable Silverstone Experience

7 November 2019

How did a windswept WWI airfield become one of the world’s most iconic international Grand Prix circuits and the ‘Home of British Motor Racing? asks racer turned writer Ken Davies. Now you can discover this remarkable metamorphosis by visiting the newly opened £20M Silverstone Experience, charting progress from medieval farmland to international stardom, … [Read more...]

SUVs now seen as growing polluters

6 November 2019

A new report that indicates SUVs have become a major source of increases in CO2 emissions during the last few years should prompt businesses to consider their role on company fleets. Fleet software company FleetCheck says that the International Energy Agency document shows that growing demand for SUVs was the second largest contributor to increases in … [Read more...]

Ghost brokers’ deals will haunt you

4 November 2019

GoCompare Car Insurance is warning drivers to swerve away from heavily discounted car insurance deals advertised on social media or marketplace websites, and to trust their gut instincts. Victims of fraudsters known as ‘ghost brokers’, lose on average £769 and face penalties for uninsured driving. "Ghost broker" is the name given to someone who poses as … [Read more...]

Speeding tickets hit record

1 November 2019

The number of speeding tickets issued to motorists in England and Wales has hit a record high, according to government figures. They show that there were over 2.1 million speeding offences recorded in 2018, up by almost 100,000 on the previous year's figures. With the number having increased year on year since 2011, speeding now represents 85% of all … [Read more...]

Tradelines 30 October

30 October 2019

The UK’s best-value, seven-seat 4x4 SUV, the Mitsubishi Outlander Petrol, has been updated for 2020 to make it an even more attractive proposition for owners seeking maximum versatility from their family SUV. Priced from £28,085 OTR, the Mitsubishi Outlander Petrol for 2020 include a reduction on CO2 emissions to 169g/km, reducing its first-year VED rate by … [Read more...]

Driving the subconscious way, CarShop survey

29 October 2019

Despite one in four drivers (27%) stating they are above average on the roads, almost one in 10 (9%) admit they have to use their hands to work out their left and right whilst driving, according to a poll of subconscious driving habits. The research by used car supermarket, CarShop, revealed that almost half (48.5%) of British drivers say they turn the … [Read more...]

Newslines 28 October

28 October 2019

Orders have opened for the SEAT Mii electric car with its 161m miles range from £19,300 inc grant. The first 300 orders will come with a free wall box charger and cable, 3 years service and breakdown cover. The European car market posted significant growth in September, as 1.28 million cars were registered with Golf ahead of Corsa and Clio. This increase … [Read more...]

Welsh invention scoops national road safety award