The eagerly awaited estate version of the Renault Megane brings additional room and practicality to the range. Mechanically the same as the immensely popular Megane Hatchback, the Sport Tourer offers a basic boot space with a low load floor of 521 litres. Folding away the off-set split rear three seats gradually increases this to 1,504 … [Read more...]
Welsh Government boost to Saturday Club
Welsh Government will support and extend the Ford Saturday Club in South Wales. Prof Julie Williams, Chief Scientific Officer Welsh Government, announced the decision to back the club at Waterton Centre, Bridgend for the next three years when presenting this autumn’s students’ awards. It means the club which has been running since 1996 and has been … [Read more...]
New Vauxhall Insignia shown and Dacia price newcomers
Vauxhall has released first pictures of the all-new Insignia, known as the Insignia Grand Sport, which will receive its world premiere at the 2017 Geneva Motor Show in March. Following the previous generation which won the European Car of the Year in 2009 and sold over 30,000 in the UK last year, the Insignia Grand Sport is based on a completely … [Read more...]
“Made in Wales” identity plate for St Athan Aston Martin SUV
The forthcoming Aston Martin SUV which will go into production at St Athan will carry a “Made in Wales” identity plate. The decision was revealed last night by Aston Martin Lagonda CEO Andy Palmer as guest speaker at the Welsh Automotive Forum Networking Dinner, held near Cardiff. He told guests, “All our luxury sports cars have carried a Made in … [Read more...]
UK & six EU states face emissions penalties
The European Commission is acting against seven Member States on the grounds they have failed to fulfil their obligations under EU vehicle type approval legislation. The Commission is taking action against them for failing to set up penalties systems to deter car manufacturers from violating car emissions legislation, or not applying such sanctions where … [Read more...]
Wales Rally GB has learned a successful lesson
After a highly successful move in the WRC calendar this year, the 2017 Wales Rally GB will once again be in the autumn half-term, 26-29 October. Again it will be the penultimate fixture of a 13-round FIA World Rally Championship opening in Monte Carlo in January and culminating in Australia during November and holds the promise of a thrilling series with … [Read more...]
Nicky Grist Stages advances over military ranges
One of the most popular events in the Welsh rallying calendar is in the firing line. Next year’s Nicky Grist Stages 8-9 July will host round five of the 2017 MSA British Rally Championship (BRC) – and whilst that will be a two-day mixed surface event, there will also be one-day rounds of other major championships, including the Ravenol BTRDA Rally Series, … [Read more...]
Metro service to transform South Wales economy
The Metro is a catalyst for transforming the Welsh economy - that will be the message from First Minister Carwyn Jones when he meets with the European Commission in Brussels today. The Welsh Government has committed £369 million to the Metro project over the next four years to achieve its vision for a new, fully integrated transport network for South … [Read more...]
Tougher times ahead for motor trade, warn Glass’s
Consumer finance data is already beginning to highlight some areas of concern and these must be recognised and confronted, says Glass’s. There is an expectation that new car registrations will fall in the coming year. This is unlikely to be of issue to the manufacturers though, as the European new car market is showing signs of growth and consistency and … [Read more...]
Biomethane is budget beating for HGVs
CNG Fuels announced the launch of renewable biomethane fuel, the most cost-effective and lowest-carbon alternative to diesel for heavy goods vehicles. It is 35%-40% cheaper than diesel, and emits 70% less CO2, on a well-to-wheel basis. It therefore offers fleet operators the chance to significantly reduce running costs and emissions, and retailers … [Read more...]
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