The Volvo S90 and V90 received Five Star Euro NCAP ratings this week as a result of their class leading safety. Both cars follow the trend set with the XC90, with excellent occupant protection, and a full suite of AEB functionality that includes pedestrian and cyclist crash prevention technology as well as its unique AEB system that is capable of … [Read more...]
Education
Ford Mustang bucks safety trend with just 2*
The Ford Mustang has bucked the improving trend and is the least safe new car launched by a major brand in the last eight years, say testers. What is more, buyers should be troubled by Ford’s attitude towards safety in general as it decided to remove protection equipment fitted to versions sold in America, where there are tougher consumer protection laws … [Read more...]
Plan for problem times, says automotive charity
Ben, the not-for-profit organisation that partners with the automotive industry to provide support for life to its people and their families has launched a new campaign around financial health and well-being. As finances are often a key concern for people in the months of January and February, Ben has responded in its new campaign, which highlights how … [Read more...]
Cardiff to unveil super-cycle corridors this week
Cardiff council will on thursday set out its plan for a massive increase in cycle-routes and lanes for commuters. Motorists will be discouraged to drive into the city with priority being given to pedal cycles and public transport. The City of Cardiff Council’s Cabinet will be asked to agree the Cycling Strategy on Thursday, 19 January and a public … [Read more...]
Newslines 17 January
About 1,000 drivers were wrongly sent speeding notices during works in the Conwy tunnel last October. North Wales Police said the overnight 40mph limit had not been lifted on their automatic system and the notices had been cancelled. Trump Tariffs are being lined up for BMW 3 series models it imports to the US from neighbouring Mexico. The president … [Read more...]
Drivers face safety school for “smart” offence – police
Drivers caught offending on so-called smart motorways in England could be offered re-education courses by police. Police chiefs said the new road rules were confusing motorists and more awareness was needed and have proposed classes similar to those for first time speeding offenders. Figures obtained by BBC Radio 5 live suggest an 18% rise in the … [Read more...]
Big Pedal 2017 pushes off
Schools across Wales are being invited to get involved in The Big Pedal 2017. This is a national challenge to get more young people cycling and scooting to school, and it’s backed by two times Olympic gold medallist cyclist Joanna Rowsell Shand. The Big Pedal 2017, which runs from Monday 20 to Friday 31 March, will see pupils, teachers and parents … [Read more...]
4x4xnow, before prices go up more
With the UK expecting severe weather later this week, BCA, Europe’s leading used car marketplace, is preparing itself for a rise in demand for 4x4s. As Stuart Pearson, Managing Director, BCA UK Remarketing explained, there was a steady interest in 4x4s throughout 2016, but the sudden drop in temperatures, with icy and even snowy conditions forecast … [Read more...]
Costs exceed income for pothole repairs
The bottom is dropping out of the pothole budget this year, say councils. Repair costs are fast exceeding the money allocated to repair the crumbling road network and now the Local Government Association says 2017 will be the tipping point. That will be when the costs escalate inside two years to £14 Billion but the money coming in is falling and roads … [Read more...]
Winter warning – be prepared
As forecasters predict an end to the mild temperatures and a period of cold weather and storms Britain is expecting widespread travel chaos. According to Goodyear Tyres UK, 53 per cent of motorists surveyed say they find driving in the snow and ice nerve-racking, with a further 48 per cent listing de-icing wind screens in the mornings as a … [Read more...]
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