Kia has something to celebrate this Christmas as it continues to carve out a big slice of Britain’s BEV sales, a decade after launching into it with the Soul EV. At the time 10 years ago, Frozen was trending at the box-office, Pharrell Williams’ ‘Happy’ rang out across radios worldwide, and social media was awash with ALS ‘Ice Bucket Challenge’ videos. Over the years Kia has added 70,000 BEVs to … [Read more...]
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Toyota unveil new Urban Cruiser EV
Toyota presents the all-new Urban Cruiser, a model that will bring powerful design, interior spaciousness and rich technology content to the market for compact battery electric SUVs. Urban Cruiser, developed from the Urban SUV Concept, will give Toyota a strong presence in a fast-growing and highly competitive market segment in the UK and Europe and increase the breadth and reach of its … [Read more...]
Christmas scams warning to drivers
As the Christmas getaway beckons and motorists head into unfamiliar areas there are some scams they should steer clear off. From car parks to clean air zones, our increasingly cashless society has created new opportunities for fraudsters to target motorists and vehicle and leasing experts Ayvens UK outline the five latest scams and tips to help you avoid them. Chargepoint Payments Paying for … [Read more...]
Racing lines 12 December
Goodwood has published its race list for the 2025 Goodwood Revival 12 to 14 September 2025. Following the groundbreaking success of the 2024 Revival, which became the world’s first historic motorsport event to run all of its 15 races exclusively on sustainable fuel, the 2025 event will continue this initiative and all competitors will be required to use a fuel with a minimum of 70% advanced … [Read more...]
EV warranty work up to 50% dearer, says WSG
Average, warranty claims for electric vehicles are 30-50% higher than for comparable internal combustion engine vehicles, according to Warranty Solutions Group. WSG’s analysis of 800 electric car warranty claims paid between August 2023 and August 2024, highlights that the most common issues are with battery charge control modules, which cost an average of £1,311 to repair, power distribution … [Read more...]
Used electric and diesel cars in demand
Consumer interest in used electric and diesel cars has rapidly increased over the last six months, shows new research. December’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows the percentage of motorists who say that they would definitely consider an electric car as their next vehicle is up from 19% to 29%, while for diesel, it has increased from 12% to 22%. However, interest in other fuel types is … [Read more...]
Road repairs slowly improving
Road Emulsion Association figures show road surface dressing volumes have increased since lowest reported last year There has been an increase in the manufacturing, sale, and use of bitumen emulsions for surface dressing since last year, which was the lowest reported volumes on record, but more still needs to be done to save potholes developing and damaging vehicles. Figures collected by the … [Read more...]
EV drivers say charging network is improving
Zapmap has unveiled the results of its latest comprehensive survey of electric vehicle drivers. Responses show that overall satisfaction continues to improve, while also highlighting areas which require industry focus. Conducted during October 2024, the annual survey offers unparalleled insights into the behaviours, attitudes and satisfaction of EV drivers, helping to shape the UK’s evolving … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: MG ZS Trophy Hybrid+
MG is a becoming a brand to be reckoned with and strengthening its standing in the British market by taking a step back. The famous octagonal badge has been seen on UK made models since 1924, but it has also been a century of change, most notably when it was saved by an unknown Chinese brand called Nanjing in 2005 and then almost immediately resold to the state owned SAIC car company. They … [Read more...]
Five-fold risk of being breathalysed this month
Drivers in South Wales are being warned they are five times more likely to be breath tested this December than in other months. A Freedom of Information request by personal breathalyser firm AlcoSense shows that in December last year, South Wales Police stopped 6,579 motorists suspected of drink driving – considerably more than anywhere else in the UK. The next highest number of roadside tests … [Read more...]
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