The super-rich are getting richer, analysis suggests. Automotive News Europe reports that sales of Ferrari, Aston Martin and Bentley models will this year nudge 13,000, compared with about 10,700 last year, according to figures compiled by LMC Automotive analysts. BMW will be slashing prices it pays for components going into its models. It’s all … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Peugeot 2008 GT Line 1.2 PureTech
Peugeot’s hugely popular 2008 compact Crossover has a heart of gold – literally, says David Miles. One of its engine options, the PureTech 1.2-litre three cylinder turbocharged petrol unit, has just been awarded, for the third year running, the gold-standard 2017 Engine of the Year award in the 1.0 to 1.4-litre category. The results given by … [Read more...]
Seat Ibiza has something to celebrate
The SEAT Ibiza sets "a new benchmark in safety for the Supermini price point category", says Thatcham Research, who praised and criticised Ford at the same time. Following an unfavourable safety rating earlier this year, Ford has resubmitted its flagship Mustang sports car for testing, on this occasion earning a Three Star Euro NCAP rating. This … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Jaguar XE Portfolio 2.0 AWD
Slowly, surely and with a steely eye on sales, Jaguar is stalking its rivals. From a comparatively small range of models a few years ago it has become the UK’s biggest car-maker with ranges it cannot produce fast enough and means there are long waiting lists from well healed customers eager to embrace the “cats”. Until fairly recently when … [Read more...]
Industry should “remain calm” over future of diesel values, says VRA
Diesel is likely to remain a crucial part of the motor trade’s fuel mix for the foreseeable future and the motor industry should “remain calm” over its future values, says the Vehicle Remarketing Association. The trade organisation – which represents companies that are involved in remarketing more than 1.5 million vehicles every year – says that there is … [Read more...]
Newslines 8 July
The new 1.2 litre Fiat Panda City Cross is the latest addition to the Panda family, with two-wheel-drive and urban crossover looks, all for a city car price of £12,995. The 69hp Panda City Cross is a true urban crossover with an off-road look, at an affordable price building on the style of the Panda Cross 4x4, using body-coloured front and rear bumper … [Read more...]
Vauxhall launch its most powerful ever model
The new Vauxhall VXR8 GTS-R has a supercharged 6.2-litre V8 engine, producing 595PS, up from 576PS and 740Nm of torque, making it Vauxhall’s most powerful car in the company’s 114-year history. Production of the Holden Commodore model, on which the GTS-R is based, comes to an end in Australia this October, when Holden’s manufacturing plant finally closes. … [Read more...]
Free weekend bus travel begins in Wales
A ground breaking new pilot offering free weekend bus travel to passengers across Wales has been launched by the Welsh Government. The pilot will apply to all buses on the extensive TrawsCymru network from tomorrow and run every weekend until at least May 2018. It’s hoped the scheme will act as a catalyst for bus travel in Wales, boosting not … [Read more...]
Newslines 7 JULY
Kia has introduced a range of summer savers for buyers. There is free insurance for up to one year on the All-New Picanto and Rio ‘Pulse’; £500 loyalty offer for third-generation Sportage owners to upgrade their SUV; Caravan Club members to receive £1,000 towards Kia accessories; Free upgrade from Optima Saloon to Optima Sportswagon and Free Kia Care-3 … [Read more...]
Builth Wells hosts major Welsh rally this weekend
For the first time, Builth Wells will this weekend host both the start and finish ceremonies of the Quinton Motor Club organised Nicky Grist Stages, writes Paul Evans. The big motorsport celebration begins saturday morning and concludes the afternoon of Sunday and everyone is invited free of charge. Strand Street will be the place to be for the new … [Read more...]
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