Swansea ranks second for cheapest diesel in Britain, averaging £1.41 per litre, according to WhatPrice.co.uk, Belfast is cheaper at £1.35p but Cambridge is most expensive costing £1.47p and when it comes to petrol the dearest also Cambridge, Crawley, Poole and Bournemouth at £1.40p while the least expensive is Belfast again at £1.32p. Hyundai Motor Group … [Read more...]
Crisis looms for automotive sector in Europe, says ACEA head
In a letter to EU leaders, the newly appointed European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association President, Ola Källenius, outlined automotive sector priorities to ensure future competitiveness and drive decarbonisation. A thriving European automotive industry is essential for driving economic growth and competitiveness. The industry faces … [Read more...]
Charging and charges in focus with remarketing group
Electric vehicle battery repair and handling the fallout from motor finance discretionary commission arrangements will be the key subjects under discussion at the first Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) meeting of 2025. Taking place at the Meriden, Warwickshire offices of VRA member epyx on Thursday 6 February, speakers will include Ashley Minors of … [Read more...]
2025 will be threatening year for EVs, says ADS
Mistrust of valuation forecasts, more vehicle recalls and the challenge of closing an 'EV servicing gap' will define Britain's struggling automotive market in 2025. That's the view of data experts ADS, who identify three major areas where profit and efficiency are under mounting threat in the year ahead. All three are a direct result of forcing the … [Read more...]
2025 predicted milestone for EV roll-out
The electric vehicle industry has been through a whirlwind of developments in the past few years. Last year solidified key milestones like promising EV adoption rates among businesses and critical advancements in battery technologies. These have laid the groundwork for an exciting year ahead with growing momentum across the UK. However, challenges remain, … [Read more...]
Tradelines 08 January
The Genesis GV60 has been facelifted and given technical changes for 2025. The company's first pure BEV looks different at the front including brighter headlights, has new wheels and revised interior with three-spoke steering wheel and 27-inch infotainment display combining several features in one unit and it should be with us by the summer. Mazda will … [Read more...]
Slowing EV sales give dealers & makers a shock
Britain’s petrol, electric car and van markets have stalled with dealers reporting contracting business in the last quarter. The very slight increase in total registrations for the whole of 2024 came about with fleets being given big discounts by manufacturers very anxious to move the metal and push EV sales or face huge penalties from the UK … [Read more...]
WRC 2027+ regs announced
WRC Promoter has welcomed the announcement of the technical regulations for the FIA World Rally Championship from 2027 onwards, which provide a clear roadmap for the pinnacle of rallying. Approved by the World Motor Sport Council on 11 December, the updated technical regulations see a significant reduction in cost to manufacturers and more flexibility … [Read more...]
Nissan not optimistic for 2025 and beyond
Nissan has posted a dismal prediction for its global business into next year. Nissan Motor’s financial performance deteriorated significantly in the second quarter of the current fiscal year, between July and September 2024, with global revenues falling by 5% year-on-year to JPY2,986bn while its operating margin dropped below 0.2%. The company incurred a … [Read more...]
Take charge of your Christmas getaway this year
With 16 million drivers expected to take to the roads this Christmas, the UK’s busiest motorways have been revealed and so have the places where you'll get the quickest recharge with an ev. The M1, M5, M6 and M60 all expected to face severe traffic on the last weekend before Christmas, with the M25 anticipated to be worse off as Londoners flee the city to … [Read more...]
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