The TrawsCymru network has seen a huge increase in passengers across the network since the Welsh Government launched its free weekend bus travel pilot in July, figures have shown. The Welsh Government funded pilot applies to all buses on the extensive TrawsCymru network and will continue every weekend until at least May 2018. When compared with data … [Read more...]
Newslines 25 September
Supermarkets have slashed fuel prices and put pressure on petrol companies to reduce their own as a result of a strengthening pound. RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said, “This is some very welcome relief for motorists who have suffered a 3p a litre rise in the average price of petrol since mid-August as a result of Storm Harvey hitting the US Gulf … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Skoda Octavia SE Hatchback 1.0 TSI
Combining a roomy mid-sized family hatchback with a small 1.0-litre three cylinder petrol engine could be a step too far in terms of dull performance and disappointing fuel economy. But it's not so with the latest Skoda Octavia five door Hatchback. That is powered by the Volkswagen Group’s 1.0-litre, three cylinder TSI 115hp turbo petrol engine. … [Read more...]
Parking wars come home
Almost a third (29%) of residents now have trouble finding a parking space outside their home and it is driving many Brits parking mad. GoCompare Car Insurance, looked at parking issues and found nearly half (49%) of those who have problems parking think the situation on their road has got a lot worse in the last 10 years with 19% saying that most days … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Fiat Tipo Lounge MJ 1.6 hatchback
Families know that each generation is usually bigger than the last, and it’s the same with the new Fiat Tipo. Originally announced in 1988, the first generation Tipo remained in production until the mid 1990s but in September 2016 the new model to carry the name was unveiled. The name was the only familiar feature of the newcomer as it has … [Read more...]
Majority of Welsh drivers doubt next car will be electric
The price of petrol in Wales has increased by 8.1p in 12 months to 119.6p/litre – yet 78% of drivers are unconvinced about switching to electric for their next car. The data from the index reveals some areas in the Wales are more expensive for motorists than others. Most expensive vs cheapest areas in Wales Cost of petrol (p/l) Cost of … [Read more...]
BREAKING NEWS: Uber must close down in London
Uber has been kicked out of London. The taxi-hailing service has lost its operator’s licence following opposition by the GMB who campaigned for drivers’ minimum wage, regular breaks and holiday entitlements. The company maintained the drivers were self-employed but a 100,000 strong petition opposed its business model and there were further complaints … [Read more...]
Half of Brits expect to drive EVs inside five years
More than half of British motorists expect their main car to be electric in some form within the next five years, according to a major new survey. The poll of 1,000 car owners was conducted to mark the launch of Total EV – the go-to website for all things EV and hybrid. And the results highlight the incredible pace at which Brits are being switched on … [Read more...]
Newslines 22 September
A near 50-model range of the new Volvo XC40 will begin arriving in the UK early next year. Their latest SUV will have a wide choice of petrol, diesel and hybrid powertrains in two-wheel and 4WD, and pioneer the company’s all-inclusive Care by Volvo rental package within the M25. Chemical company Ineos and its British founder Jim Ratcliffe says he wants … [Read more...]
Flying start to WRGB next month
Next month’s Wales Rally GB 26-29 October will get off to a spectacular flying start. As a dramatic curtain-raiser to four days of thrilling against-the-clock action in the legendary Welsh forests, this autumn’s FIA World Championship event blasts off on thursday evening 26 October with a new speed test, staged under the floodlights at Tir Prince Raceway … [Read more...]
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