The first electrified Jeep will reach UK showrooms this autumn. The new Jeep Renegade 4xe is packed with technology both in its sophisticated 4x4 powertrain using two electric motors as well as connectivity for users. It can be recharged from mains or left to do so by the engine during normal use. Renegade 4xe can be driven on 100% electric thanks to a … [Read more...]
Changing the future view of fleet models
The aftermath of the coronavirus crisis is likely to prompt an “increasing split” between the way cars and vans within fleets are managed, says FleetCheck. The fleet software specialist says that the accent on car fleets is likely to be centred around whether journeys are required while, for vans, it will be more about efficient management of journeys that … [Read more...]
Newslines 21 July
Ford has expanded its fast-growing Active range with the new Tourneo Connect Active people mover and Transit Connect Active van variants from £21,285 and £21,675, respectively, with deliveries from the end of this year. Active varients of Tourneo and Transit Connect feature SUV-inspired exterior styling, an optional mechanical limited-slip differential for … [Read more...]
Over 13M vehicles recalled this year so far
Over 13 million vehicles have been recalled around the world to so far this year, writes David Miles. Data acquired by Finbold.com indicates that approximately 13,362,759 million vehicle units have been recalled globally by different manufacturers between January 1st and July 13, 2020. The recalls are mainly due to safety concerns. Toyota is the world’s … [Read more...]
EC wasting € Millions on ‘outdated’ truck stops – warning
The ongoing European Commission initiative to develop new standards for safe and secure truck parking areas in Europe is highly relevant to ensure safe and good resting conditions for European truck drivers but does not meet future low carbon transport needs, say vehicle makers. Welcoming the trucking initiative, ACEA said that in the context … [Read more...]
“Made in Wales” Aston Martin rolls off line
Aston Martin production of their luxury £154,000 DBX SUV started today in Wales. The big four-door model was announced for St Athan, some 20 miles west of Cardiff, in 2016 and over the last four years the company has been converting three massive superhangers into the company’s latest production centre at the former RAF base. It has gradually taken on over … [Read more...]
First for Ares Design ProgettoUno
Luxury Italian coach-builder ARES Design has released the first-ever dynamic footage of its supercar, the Panther ProgettoUno, the first model of its Legends Reborn programme. Inspired by the 1970s Pantera and unveiled to the world at the 2019 Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, the Panther ProgettoUno, the first supercar from the Modena-based coach-builder, … [Read more...]
Motor industry disappointed with summer statement
Announcements to safeguard jobs and encourage consumer spending in some parts of the economy are welcome but it’s bitterly disappointing the Chancellor has stopped short of supporting the restart of one of the UK’s most important employers and a driver of growth, said Mike Hawes, SMMT Chief Executive. "The automotive sector has been particularly hard hit, … [Read more...]
Welsh haulier’s tribute for 75th VE Day
As a self-confessed Formula 1 addict, Tony Rees usually decorates his Mercedes-Benz trucks with airbrushed artwork of his its stars. Instead of Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas, however, the latest bears an image of his grandfather, alongside pictures of his wife’s and driver’s grandfathers. All three are depicted in uniform on the back wall of his … [Read more...]
Newslines 7 July
Over 350,000 homes will be fitted with electric vehicle chargers by 2025 as plug-in car uptake surges, according to electric vehicle charging scale-up Andersen. By 2025, an expected one million electric vehicles will be registered on UK roads bringing with it a spike in the number of home chargers and Andersen is selling them from under £1,000 with a … [Read more...]
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