The SsangYong Tourismo is widening its appeal. Now this capacious seven-seater is available as two stylish limited editions - Black or White, and as well as having a distinctive metallic Space Black or Grand White exterior, includes a smart new dark grey interior complete with new style seating. Other special features include a heated steering wheel, … [Read more...]
Insurers want to access technology in autonomous cars
One of the key challenges for the future of automated driving will be determining where liability rests in the event of an accident with an automated car. A crucial part of making sure claims are settled fairly will be to understand who was in control of the vehicle at the time – the driver or the car? According to Peter Shaw, Chief Executive at … [Read more...]
US strategy on diesel under review by German car makers
Volkswagen will no longer offer diesel vehicles in the U.S., its global brand chief said, ending speculation the company might return to the technology after its emissions scandal fades from memory. The comments by Volkswagen brand CEO Herbert Diess, first reported by European business daily Handelsblatt and confirmed to Reuters by a VW spokesman, were … [Read more...]
Teifi AC 0-40 celebration
The Teifi Autograss Club celebrated their 40th anniversary last Saturday with a dinner and awards night at Lampeter University. The club formed in the autumn of 1976 and has gone from strength to strength ever since with over 220 persons attending the celebrations at Lampeter University. Our pictures shows some of the members and their impressive array … [Read more...]
Ravenol Welsh Challenge won by Andrew Jones
The 2016 RAVENOL Welsh Challenge has been won by Andrew Jones in his Mark II Ford Escort. The Challenge runs in conjunction with the Pirelli MSA Welsh Forest Rally Championship and is supported by the Championship’s technical partners, hi-tech lubricant company RAVENOL. Going into the final round, the Winner Garage Skoda Wyedean Rally, seven drivers still … [Read more...]
Autumn statement falls short of expectations, say critics
Car makers say the Autumn Statement falls short of expectations. Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive, said, “SMMT welcomes the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure and investment in R&D, an area in which UK automotive punches above its weight. “One of the main areas in which UK Automotive is playing a leading role is the development and … [Read more...]
Distributor delivers another fund raising event for Ty Hafan
Automotive parts distributor, Fast Parts Wales, has announced the date of its second family fund raising event for Tŷ Hafan. The Rainbow Family Rally will take place from Saturday 29 April to Monday 1 May 2017. Due to this year’s success, the Fast Parts Wales Ty Hafan Rainbow Rally will be back for another year in 2017, … [Read more...]
Newslines 23 November
Renault has announced pricing and UK specification for the new Twingo GT, the sporty version of the innovative city car that was unveiled at this year’s Goodwood Festival of Speed. In showrooms from 1 December, the Twingo GT is priced at £13,755 on-the-road. A revised version of the Dynamique S launches alongside the GT, priced from £12,205 … [Read more...]
Welsh parts supplier is sold to US investment firm
West Wales car parts maker Calsonic Kansei has been bought out. The subsidiary of Nissan has been acquired by US firm of KKR & Co. in a deal said to be worth about £3.61 Billion. It beat out rival private equity firms Bain Capital and MBK Partners, which, according to Thomson Reuters LPC, had bid to buy Nissan's stake. Japan's second-biggest … [Read more...]
Cardiff bus lane accidents prompt safety statement
Cardiff Council has issued an urgent appeal after accidents in the newly created bus lanes in Caerphilly Road. In what some may see as a “damage limitation” or legal step to mitigate insurance claims or court action, the council is urging motorists to look out for the new lane, especially when joining from side roads and to reduce speed. The statement … [Read more...]
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