Views of used electric cars on AA Cars website rose 49.6% in September compared with the same month last year, pointing to a sharp rise in interest among used-car shoppers. Views were also 37% higher than in August, according to the latest quarterly AA Cars Used Car Index. The September surge comes against a backdrop of high petrol and diesel costs. Page … [Read more...]
Wales’ ghost roads found on-line
Classic car insurance specialist Lancaster Insurance explores some of the ‘ghost’ routes that once connected Britain. Long before sat navs and motorways, a network of smaller roads carried generations of motorists on family holidays, business trips and weekend drives. Now, the route of some of these roads has changed, leaving forgotten stretches of roads … [Read more...]
Rising diesel price speeding up electric lorries, says Welch Group
Soaring diesel prices are strengthening the business case for electric heavy goods vehicles, with UK haulier Welch Group forecasting substantial long-term savings from electrifying its fleet and opening its charging infrastructure to other operators. New analysis from New AutoMotive estimates that the surge in diesel prices since July is adding … [Read more...]
Road closures threat to autumn getaways, say GM Rides
Road closures could disrupt journeys to six UK airports if you're heading for some autumn sun, GM Rides highlights motorway closures, overnight diversions and airport access-road works passengers should check before setting off Passengers travelling through Heathrow, Birmingham, Gatwick, Manchester, Luton and Belfast International this October are being … [Read more...]
Golden oldies most appreciated models
A survey has revealed that Britain's motorists appreciate many aspects of older vehicles, with nearly half of those surveyed citing simpler mechanics as one of the biggest advantages of driving a classic or older car. The research by classic car insurance specialist Lancaster Insurance surveyed 500 drivers and found that 45% of Brits believe simpler … [Read more...]
Multi-million pound schemes for M4 and Menai Bridge
A go-ahead for a third Menai crossing and plans for remodelling three major motorway junctions on the M4 around Newport at a cost of hundreds of millions of pounds were announced today. Addressing the Senedd, Deputy Minister for Transport, Mark Hooper, set out action that will be taken now, alongside longer-term solutions. The review into the Menai … [Read more...]
Cardiff researchers linking smart vehicles and cities
Smart vehicles could do far more than transport people, according to new research from Cardiff Metropolitan University which shows how their computing power, sensors, connectivity and batteries could help cities become smarter, greener and more responsive. Researchers from Cardiff Met, working with colleagues from Cardiff University, … [Read more...]
Upgrades can add looks and value, but beware
Many supercar owners look to personalise or enhance their vehicle, but not all upgrades are equal when it comes to protecting or improving their long-term value. While some additions can make a car more desirable to future buyers, others can have the opposite effect and reduce its price. Here, John Graeme, Luxury Car Expert at Redline Specialist Cars, … [Read more...]
Electric cars get a big boost
UK vehicle dealerships are experiencing an acceleration in electric vehicle demand with customer enquiries, vehicle purchases, and finance applications gathering pace over the past 12 months. New dealer research from Close Brothers Motor Finance (CBMF) reveals that more than eight in 10 dealerships stocking electric vehicles have experienced an increase in … [Read more...]
Chinese brands raising their image
Nearly half of motorists (44%) with £50,000 to spend would consider buying a Chinese car over an established prestige brand, new research shows. September’s Startline Used Car Tracker reports that 27% believe a well-designed and well-made car is more important than the brand, 21% that Chinese manufacturers are capable of competing with established upmarket … [Read more...]
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