Road safety charity IAM RoadSmart says the new look driving test, which it helped to design and evaluate, will deliver ‘big safety benefits and save lives’ by including more real life situations and introducing new drivers to the latest technology. The new format was test driven by thousands of leaners before it final implementation on … [Read more...]
M4 “horror” crash example to all, says RAC
The RAC has taken the unusual step of releasing photographs of an horrific accident which occurred on the westbound hard-shoulder of the M4 to draw attention to the significant risk of breaking-down on the motorway. There have been two tragic motorway fatalities this year of roadside operators – one on the M25 and one on the M69. This latest serious … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Nissan Qashqai N-Connecta 1.5 dCi 110
The Nissan Qashqai is a C-SUV segment mid-sized ‘Crossover’ first launched in 2007 and is generally credited with launching the term Crossover. In real terms what does Crossover mean, well the space of a C-segment family hatchback with the raised ride height and styling of an SUV and some models also add the seating and load carrying flexibility of an MPV … [Read more...]
Pensioners can profit from parking
The 2017 Budget offered little respite for pensioners facing the squeeze from creeping inflation but those with an empty driveway are being offered a financial lifeline by YourParlingSpace.co.uk. Indeed, pensioners can be the worst hit as inflation rises because their pension is often a ‘fixed income’, meaning that as prices go up their assets … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Lexus IS300h
The market for compact sports saloons is arguably one of the toughest and was dominated by the German brands, until the arrival of the ‘baby’ Lexus. That all changed in 1999 when the first petrol Lexus IS200 hit the road and we are now into the third generation offering the pure petrol IS200t, or as here, a hybrid petrol & electric powertrain in the … [Read more...]
Eight cars get top marks for safety
In a busy November for Euro NCAP’s car safety experts, the month’s second set of crash testing results has been released with eight vehicles achieving 5-star ratings. Crucially, all are on sale with standard-fit Autonomous Emergency Braking systems. The Citroen DS 7 Crossback, Jaguar E-Pace, BMW X3, Porsche Cayenne, Mercedes-Benz X-Class, Subaru XV, … [Read more...]
Drunken drivers “hiding” in Welsh countryside
Wales had some of the highest convictions for drunken driving in 2016, say insurers. Using postcode data, Money Supermarket found Llandrindod Wells, Newport, Swansea, Cardiff and Llandudno were in the UK’s top ten hotspots but not one of them has featured in this year’s table. The countryside is plagued with drunk drivers, as new research reveals rural … [Read more...]
Santa delivers electric message next week
Santa is coming to Cardiff next week in his new electric sleigh. He will test drive his new Renault Zoe electric sleigh around Cardiff on 5 December and needs the help of locals to move him around the city via social media. He will deliver free gifts to those who tweet #SantaGoesElectric to @RenaultRetailUK while he is in the city and wants to see how … [Read more...]
Newslines 1 December
The Range Rover SVAutobiography has been unveiled at the Los Angeles motor show. The £167,850 range-topper has a new interior, powered rear doors with a 404hp hybrid electric petrol powertrain. Only 13% of experienced drivers passed a quiz based on the new theory test, found Aviva insurance. Drivers in Wales did slightly better at 15% but … [Read more...]
Evans secures 2018 M-Sport drive
Fresh from his history-making victory on last month’s Wales Rally GB, comes confirmation that Welsh rally star Elfyn Evans will be promoted within the title winning M-Sport team for the 2018 FIA World Rally Championship. Ending weeks of speculation, the Cumbrian-based outfit has announced that the 28-year-old from Dolgellau has been rewarded for an … [Read more...]
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