Features

4x4xfar better with Land Rover Schools project

30 April 2019

Tomorrow’s engineers are today learning to code self-driving vehicles of the future thanks to the unique Land Rover 4x4 in Schools programme. Self-driving cars will require an estimated one billion lines of computer code – almost 1,000 times more than the 145,000 lines required by NASA to land Apollo 11 on the moon. To meet the growing need for more … [Read more...]

Max points but no disqualification for 11,000 drivers

29 April 2019

IAM RoadSmart has expressed its frustration that six years after calling for action, more than 11,000 drivers a year are still being legally allowed on the roads with 12 or more points on their licences. The issue was brought back into the spotlight this month when Justin Madders, MP of Ellesmere Port and Neston, asked Secretary of State for Transport … [Read more...]

World’s safest & dangerous roads revealed

29 April 2019

Road safety is an issue that costs the world billions and claims hundreds of lives every year and if driving abroad this year you'll want to know how safe it is where you're going. According to the World Health Organisation, road traffic injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults aged 5-29 years and car crashes cost most … [Read more...]

PCP users paying for poor repairs

26 April 2019

PCP users are facing unexpected bills for sub-standard repair work to contracted cars, says the Vehicle Remarketing Association. The organisation, which represents companies that between them handle, sell, inspect, transport or manage more than 1.5 million used vehicles every year, says that more and more cars are being presented for sale online and at … [Read more...]

Newslines 26 April

26 April 2019

A variety of top accessible and inclusive spots throughout Great Britain feature in Rough Guide to Accessible Britain to inspire people with diverse needs to enjoy days out. The revamped Rough Guide to Accessible Britain, now in its 11th year, offers days out reviews and details of physical access to facilities as well as information for visitors with … [Read more...]

Jobless hit hardest by insurers

23 April 2019

Insurance companies are penalising policy holders who are unemployed, said Dan Hutson, Head of Motor Insurance. “Young people could pay nearly £900 more on average than over 65s for their motor insurance, and the unemployed could pay £440 more than the employed. Looing at comparethemarket.com’s latest motor snapshot highlights the differences in costs … [Read more...]

Drive continues to cut road deaths

22 April 2019

As the decline in road deaths tapered off last year, the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association is making a push to raise drivers’ awareness of existing and future vehicle safety technologies. Data issued by the European Commission earlier this month shows that there were 25,100 fatalities on European roads in 2018, a figure which has fallen by one … [Read more...]

Plug-in hybrids powering up sales

19 April 2019

The number of plug-in electric cars on British roads grew by three quarters last year, according to new Motorparc by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The UK’s largest automotive analysis shows there is now a record 195,410 plug-in vehicles on our roads, reflecting the growing choice of models now on offer. Overall ownership of … [Read more...]

Plan and take your time for the Easter getaway

17 April 2019

If you’re planning a bank holiday getaway then be sure to make your journey a safe and stress-free one, says advanced driving body RoadSmart’s head of driving and riding standards, Richard Gladman. A little preparation goes a long way. Take some time to check your vehicle inside and out before you set off. Check the tyre pressure and fluid levels are … [Read more...]

£90,000 electric superbike destined for St Athan “power park”