Exports of British-built commercial vehicles jumped by more than a third last year, with almost nine in 10 destined for EU countries, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The figures show 47,052 of the 94,479 CVs made in Britain left UK shores in 2015 – up 34.7% over the previous year, and accounting for half (49.8%) of overall … [Read more...]
Range topping new Renault
A new top of range Renault Kadjar has been announced.Renault has strengthened its acclaimed Kadjar line-up with the addition of a top-of-the-range Signature S Nav version and the introduction of the 7-speed efficient Dual Clutch (EDC) automatic gearbox combined with the ENERGY TCe 130 engine. Offering drivers greater choice and heightening the appeal of … [Read more...]
Unlimited trim added to Vauxhall Adam and Rocks
Vauxhall has updated its popular ADAM range with the introduction of UNLIMITED and ROCKS UNLIMITED trim variants. Incorporating options from the existing JAM, GLAM and SLAM models, the new variants will provide drivers with more personalisation options than ever before. The ADAM UNLIMITED and ROCKS UNLIMITED allow the customer to personalise their … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Ford Mustang gallops into UK
Ford’s latest marketing strategy is ‘Un Learn’ as they try to remove our preconceptions of the brand and past products, says David Miles. It is therefore strange and inconsistent that they have been wheeling out nostalgia as a hook to catch owners wanting Ford’s latest and first ever official right hand drive Mustang muscle car. The … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Volkswagen Beetle Design 1.4 TSI 150PS
It is one of the most famous profiles on the road and proves familiarity breeds contentment with the Volkswagen Beetle. The model which originally relaunched the car maker after WW2 is now fighting for sales among far less distinctive rivals, and it is all the better for it. The Beetle range is extensive, based on the stablemate Golf chassis, running … [Read more...]
Aston Martin Vantage S handy newcomer
Aston Martin has ushered in its 17MY range by offering a manual transmission on the V12 Vantage S. The seven-speed manual transmission features a classic dog-leg first gear position; an echo from the past that will be welcomed by driving enthusiasts. This dog-leg configuration also ensures the gears used most frequently are located in a … [Read more...]
New Continental GT Speed and Black Edition
Bentley unveils the revised Continental GT Speed, raising the bar even further in terms of exclusivity and performance. The fastest production Bentley ever, with a top speed of 206 mph, now delivers even more power and torque, and a striking new Black Edition model joins the Speed family. Engineers at Bentley in Crewe have developed even more muscle … [Read more...]
Circuit of Wales is stuck in gear
The multi-million pound plan to create Circuit of Wales has stalled. Developers of the £357 Million 800-acres motor sport complex above Ebbw Vale have failed to get Welsh Government to underwrite the project and its future is now in great doubt unless it can be refinanced, but talks are continuing to try and rescue the deal. Welsh Government Economy … [Read more...]
March car sales set century record
The UK’s new car market grew by 5.3% in March, making it the biggest ever month since the bi-annual plate change began in 1999, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It says 518,707 new cars were registered in March, only the third time the market has surpassed half a million units in a single month. The month rounded off a … [Read more...]
Potholes pounding our cars
The Mercedes Benz R-Class (06-15) and Saab 9-3 (04-12) are the cars most likely to suffer suspension damage from potholes, according to repair analysis. Hyundai’s Santa Fe (06-12) and the Land Rover Discovery 3 (04-10) have the next most susceptible suspension, with 13.9 and 13.3 percent respectively of Warranty Direct customers claiming for axle & … [Read more...]
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