As winter sets in we have already seen a range of different weather types hit, with regions dealing with all types of weather from flooding to snow. When it comes to driving, there are safe limits on when it is and isn’t safe to hit the road to make sure you get to your destination safely. In 2022, weather conditions played a role in 7,979 car accidents … [Read more...]
Registrations fall to avoid EV penalties
Deliveries of new cars fell by -1.9% in the UK during November with 153,610 joining the road, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It is the second consecutive monthly decline, and the third decline in four months, as the market contracts amid the race to meet tough EV market share targets. Demand from private buyers, among whom … [Read more...]
New Karting series buzzes onto tracks
Motorsport is at a turning point. FAT International and the Smedley Group have partnered to launch the FAT Karting League (FKL), a revolutionary initiative aimed at making motorsport accessible and appealing to aspiring young racers from all walks of life. Using zero emission electric powered karts on outdoor tracks, it is building on the legacy of the … [Read more...]
Cupra enters Formula E
CUPRA starts a new chapter in Formula E by joining forces with Kiro Race Co. The new CUPRA KIRO team will fight for the podium in the world’s most prestigious e-racing competition. The unconventional challenger brand will bring its racing DNA to the new team, led by Dan Ticktum and David Beckmann, reinforcing CUPRA’s commitment to support the young talent … [Read more...]
Resellers told to expect a big market change
It seems 2024 will be the year of 'peak petrol' when it comes to how UK cars are powered, more than 160 delegates heard at the annual seminar of the Vehicle Remarketing Association. Louis Maxwell, senior insight manager at Auto Trader, told the audience at The Slate, Warwick University, that growth in sales of electric vehicles (EVs) meant that volumes of … [Read more...]
Best garage in Wales – again!
Garej Arwyn Cyf, Caernarfon has won The Motor Ombudsman's regional 2024 Garage Star Award for Wales, for a second year. The Motor Ombudsman is pleased to announce that AJ Fleetcare, an independent garage in Leeds, has been crowned the 2024 winner of the National Garage Star Award – the top prize in the Ombudsman’s annual Star Awards competition. Now … [Read more...]
Fuel prices slipping back before Christmas
The Christmas getaway is going to be cheaper this year. Despite a slight rise at the pumps in November, drivers are on the road to enjoy the cheapest Christmas at the pumps since the pandemic, according to new data from RAC Fuel Watch. Petrol went up by a penny to 136.5p over the month while diesel rose by nearly 2p (1.8p) to 142.25p, taking the cost of … [Read more...]
£300M Ecclestone F1 collection being sold
Former F1 supremo Bernie Ecclestone will sell his extraordinary collection of historic Grand Prix and Formula 1 cars amassed over 50 years. Ecclestone, 94, was for decades the commercial rights holder of Formula 1, and was therefore the man who made it the global sporting powerhouse that it is today and has engaged Tom Hartley Jnr Ltd.. It is fair to say … [Read more...]
Stay safe as we slide into winter
The temporary car insurance experts at Tempcover have put together 5 essential tips to help you safely prepare and handle driving in snow and ice, as the thermometer falls towards mid-winter. Top 5 tips for safe driving this winter: Pack a winter survival kit Be prepared for emergencies by keeping the following items in your car: Ice … [Read more...]
Getting a grip on 4×4 prices
As Britain faces a cold snap, motorists are considering an SUV or 4x4 to handle the bad weather. The SUV sector alone makes up almost a third of all vehicles on UK roads, accounting for 60% of all new car registrations in 2023. Experts at automotive data company HPI have picked ten used models which, at under £11K, offer great value for money … [Read more...]
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