Some cars immediately impress, others take a bit longer and they stand out against models which made no measureable impression after a much longer period behind the wheel. The Kia EV3 GT-Line S is an example of the series which seems to get better each time it’s driven. We first drove the new Kia EV3 last December and were impressed, but a lot’s happened … [Read more...]
2025 Wimbledon stars and their cars
Porsche is the top seed among competitors as Wimbledon stars of the tennis world convene in south-west London for two weeks of top-quality sport on turf. With prize money pots continuing to grow and sponsorships becoming increasingly lucrative, the sport’s top hitters have access to some of the world’s most exciting motor cars. But who’s driving what, and … [Read more...]
New home charging deals unveiled
Ohme, the UK’s largest and fastest-growing home electric vehicle charging company, will offer more choice and cheaper home charging for more customers thanks to a new collaboration with E.ON Next. As one of the UK’s leading energy providers with more than five million customers, E.ON Next’s EV tariff, Next Drive, boasts the longest and lowest off-peak rate … [Read more...]
Yellow perils are money boxes for councils, says RAC
Drivers in 10 local authority areas newly enforcing yellow box junctions paid fines worth a combined £998,640 last year after apparently falling foul of the rules governing them, new RAC data analysis shows. Up until May 2022, only councils in London and Cardiff could enforce yellow box junctions and other moving traffic contraventions, such as driving the … [Read more...]
Telematics insurance offer through RAC
RAC Insurance has announced an exclusive partnership with telematics insurance specialist Ticker to licence and distribute a suite of connected motor insurance products aimed at consumers. From this week, a brand-new telematics insurance policy has launched for new and young drivers, which will be quickly followed by further products aimed specifically at … [Read more...]
Toyota pushing ahead with fuel cell trucks
The decarbonisation of Toyota’s operations continues with the launch of heavy-duty hydrogen fuel cell trucks on the company’s European logistics routes. The vehicles, built by VDL Groep and equipped with Toyota fuel cell modules, are being used to transport parts and accessories from Toyota’s European Parts Centre in Diest, Belgium – including items that … [Read more...]
Motorists holding onto older cars
More than half of motorists (52%) say that they are now driving an older car than five years ago. June’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 24% haven’t been able to afford to buy a newer car and 18% that it feels as though used cars have become more expensive. Paul Burgess, CEO at Startline Motor Finance, said, “The average age of a car on UK roads is now … [Read more...]
Honda is a hit in Swansea, says LeaseCar
A new study has revealed that where you live in the UK might secretly be influencing the badge on your bonnet, with Honda top in Swansea. LeaseCar's new research has uncovered the nation's automotive preferences, revealing town and city brand loyalties shaped by diverse influences, from seaside luxury to hometown manufacturing pride. With over 40 million … [Read more...]
13 years to end of the road for filling stations?
UK petrol and diesel stations are facing extinction by 2038, according to national EV charging network Be.EV. Data it has brought together shows that the typical forecourt has been in terminal decline with numbers decreasing from roughly 40,000 in 1967 to 8,353 in 2023, which is a decrease of 75%. The decline is expected to continue as major fuel retailers … [Read more...]
Glastonbury glitches and how to avoid them
Clutch and brake issues and EVs running out of charge were the top reasons for a breakdown at last year’s Glastonbury Festival, according to breakdown data from the RAC. As thousands prepare to hit the road for the 53rd Worthy Farm extravaganza this week, the RAC is warning all drivers to check their clutch, brakes and oil before setting off, and EV drivers … [Read more...]
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