China’s latest entrant into Britain’s car market is also one of its oldest domestic car makers, Changan, whose name translates as “lasting safety”. After beginning as a munitions manufacturer in 1862 and then military vehicles in 1959, it eased into cars 25 years later and has worked with Suzuki, Mazda and Ford to develop models for its home market. By … [Read more...]
Red tape is cutting off “green” motorists
A major new survey of EV drivers and prospective buyers with on-street parking found more than four in ten (43.7%) say they would only get an electric car if they could charge it at home, while a further 33% say home charging would make them more likely to switch. But planning rules are getting in the way. More than eight in ten respondents (84%) say … [Read more...]
USA leads roadtrips wish list
To support travellers this year, the team at Leasing Options has curated a guide based on the 20 most popular global routes, measured by metrics such as the number of stops and affordability. The most popular roadtrips across the world are led by these US classics: 1) Blue Ridge Parkway With a monthly TikTok search volume of 110,000 and a Tripadvisor … [Read more...]
130 years on entries open for historic rally
Entries for the 2026 RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run which started 130 years ago opened yesterday. Following the success of last year’s Run, the organiser, the Royal Automobile Club, anticipates a strong field of ‘horseless carriages’ from the dawn of motoring for this autumn’s event on Sunday, 1 November. The annual showcase is the world’s … [Read more...]
Castle Combe teases 50th season thrills
Balmy spring weather and cloudless skies proved the icing on the cake for drivers and teams participating in Castle Combe Racing Club’s annual preseason Media and Track Day last Saturday. Throughout the day 60 GT, Saloon, Hot Hatch and Formula Ford cars from the club’s four championships took to the track in five batches for rolling 15-minute sessions, … [Read more...]
Fleets call for delay to eVED plan
A delay to 2030 to coincide with the UK ban on internal combustion engined car sales is recommended by the Association of Fleet Professionals in its response to the government consultation on electronic Vehicle Excise Duty. The industry body says the planned 2028 introduction would impact heavily on adoption of electric cars and, in its current form, create … [Read more...]
FRF Group Wales scoop top Toyota titles
Wales-based FRF Group won the Best Toyota Group UK award for the third year running. The business’s FRF Toyota (Newport) centre also won an Ichiban Award (Medium Retailer) and its Carmarthen business topped the Value Chain sector. Throughout 2025, FRF Group placed significant emphasis on people development. It has also refined the structure and the … [Read more...]
£300,000 for Welsh VW convertors
A £300,000 investment from the Development Bank of Wales will drive the next phase of growth for Bridgend-based campervan conversion specialists Holbrook Customs. Delivered through the Wales Flexible Investment Fund, the investment will allow Holbrook Customs to boost production, expand its team and bring more work in‑house, while strengthening local job … [Read more...]
EV drivers face road costs shock
UK EV drivers are likely to see a sharp increase in road tax with new announcements from Rachel Reeves. Research from GAP insurance experts, ALA has uncovered that the future average pay-per-mile will set the average driver back £267 a year, plus an additional £200 in standard road tax, increasing from April. Luxury car drivers with an EV over £50,000 will … [Read more...]
Newslines 24 March
The Taxpayers’ Alliance is organising a series of city wide events today in Cardiff to protest at council plans to charge residents parking fees based on vehicle weight. It is also protesting at the planned cuts in on-street parking in the Welsh Capital. Cardiff is revealed to be the commuting city where drivers move fastest in the UK, with an average … [Read more...]
