With the chaos that is politics I’m steering away in this end of year motoring review from such things although, of course, how the domestic car industry survives when we are out of the EU is very worrying for GB Plc., writes David Miles. If politics weren’t bad enough the car industry has for a long while been wrestling with new WLTP emission and more … [Read more...]
Scottish kit car announced
The latest new car to be built in Scotland since the Hillman Imp in the Seventies – and the first ever to come from Dundee – has been revealed. Called the ADO Coupe after the initials of the three men behind the project, it brings to life a concept from 1964 which was intended to be a replacement for the iconic MG Midget. Although an early version … [Read more...]
EU car sales expected to fall over next two years
The improvement in registrations during November has been due to several factors and despite at least one less working day in most markets. However, IHS Markit still expects that passenger car registrations in the EU will fall in 2019, 2020, and 2021. Passenger car registrations in the European Union have recorded further growth during November, according … [Read more...]
Tradelines 18 December
Sports orientated Pontypool-made MS-RT Ford vans have won a national prize. What Van? of the year judges praised the Welsh business adapting Transit and Connect vans for its innovation and manufacturing facilities and culminating in a limited edition 40-strong MS-RT R185 Transit Custom. GMB members working for Carmarthenshire County Council highways have … [Read more...]
Newcomers from Kia, Vauxhall and Suzuki
A new high specification ‘4’ grade has been added to the Kia e-Niro line-up, replacing the previous ‘First Edition’ model. Its standard equipment list is lengthy, and highlights include a new updated 10.25-inch touchscreen satellite navigation system with telematics system featuring UVO Connect Services, LED headlights with bi-function projection, ambient … [Read more...]
Newslines 17 December
Demand for the new Mercedes-Benz EQC in Europe is said to be behind a decision to delay the electric car’s debut in the USA. Tougher emissions standards for manufacturers by 2030 has led the company to stop developing petrol and diesel engines and ramp up ev production and the capacity will soak up models in Europe. An estimated 31.2m separate leisure … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 December
A 63-year-old bus driver has been arrested after eight people were injured when a bus going to Swansea University crashed into a railway bridge after a route diversion. Two were seriously hurt and another has life threatening injuries after the First Cymru vehicle hit the bridge in Neath Road, Landore, Swansea when it was diverted from its normal route to … [Read more...]
BMW boost their electric offerings
The figures speak for themselves with the latest line-up of new BMW PHEV plug-in hybrid electric vehicles on offer with more models to come, writes David Miles. This week BMW UK held a media test driving event with most of their PHEV models available for test driving. This coincided with this week’s United Nations Climate Change Conference being held in … [Read more...]
Government urged not to pull the Plug-in grants
The BVRLA has joined forces with over twenty automotive, environmental, EV charging and fleet organisations to call upon the next government to pledge their continued support for the Plug-in Car and Van Grants. In a joint letter sent to the main party leaders today, the message from industry is clear. If the next government is serious about meeting its … [Read more...]
DBX is pivotal for AML and Wales
The new Aston Martin DBX SUV will be a pivotal model for the company and firmly put Wales on the map for motor manufacturing, some 260 guests were told today at the official opening of the luxury brand's new factory at St Athan, near Cardiff. Addressing an audience from around the world at the new plant, AML president and ceo Andy Palmer said it … [Read more...]
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