Toyota is employing Artificial Intelligence tools to speed up and verify design and engineering of new models. At some point in the development of every new vehicle, the designer’s original inspiration has to be adapted to accommodate the necessities of engineering – the practicalities of performance, safety and everyday usability. Thanks to a new … [Read more...]
Government scheme’s failing apprentices and business
The UK’s apprenticeship system needs a radical overhaul if businesses which make regular levy payments into the scheme are to be able to train new recruits using these funds, according to a new report from business group Logistics UK. According to Logistics UK’s Skills Review, there is great interest across industry to take on apprentices however, over the … [Read more...]
EV charging sparks issues for motorists
The debate about charging electric cars is an increasingly live issue, according to a new Opinium survey of 2,000 UK drivers. Over three-quarters (77%) think it is unfair that electric car owners who are unable to install a home charger (e.g., in flats or with no off-street parking) have no option but to pay higher rates at public charging points. This is … [Read more...]
Councils wasting money on ‘wrong’ ev-chargers
Councils are wasting much needed money and installing the wrong on-street ev charging systems instead of creating community ultra-rapid hubs. That’s the opinion of Asif Ghafoor, CEO & co-founder of Be.EV believes that whilst public money has been allocated to improve charge networks, it's sitting unspent because of pointless bureaucracy and a lack of … [Read more...]
Newslines 21 August
A family of dodgy car dealers has been fined after admitting selling a ‘dangerous and unroadworthy’ vehicle and refusing to honour its warranty. David, Susan and James Bonner-Evans all pleaded guilty to breaching consumer protection regulations in relation to NRJ Motor Company, Bynea, Llanelli and were ordered to pay fines, costs and compensation of almost … [Read more...]
73-plate buyers’ guide
Shop around for the car which suits you and your pocket with a new '73' plate. Ahead of the arrival of the new “73” vehicle registration in England, Wales and Scotland on the 1st of September, The Motor Ombudsman, the Ombudsman dedicated to the automotive sector, is highlighting 12 handy tips for motorists to take into consideration when looking to buy a … [Read more...]
Isuzu pack down with WRU again
Isuzu UK has renewed its partnership with the Welsh Rugby Union as the Official Supplier until 2025. This exciting collaboration further strengthens Isuzu's commitment to supporting the sport of rugby and reinforces its dedication to the Welsh community. Over the past years, Isuzu UK has been an integral part of the rugby community in Wales, enabling the … [Read more...]
Tradelines 16 August
Octopus Energy's EV roaming service, Electroverse, has skyrocketed in uptake to over half a million EV charge points. With over 20% growth this year alone, the 'one card, one app' model has become one of the world's largest virtual charging platforms, providing drivers access to over 470 charge point brands in 40 countries. Almost a third of fleets (31%) … [Read more...]
Welsh firms are failing to prepare for ev-age
Welsh businesses are Britain's least prepared to make the switch to electric vehicles, according to analysis by Moneyshake vehicle leasing. It looked at the Department for Transport and Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency's vehicle licensing statistics to reveal the areas in Britain where businesses are most and least prepared for an EV future when new … [Read more...]
Lords looking into Government’s ev plans
An electric vehicles inquiry is being launched by Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee. Given the importance of decarbonising transport to reach net zero, the House of Lords Environment and Climate Change Committee is launching an inquiry into electric vehicles (EVs) today. The aim of the inquiry is to understand how the Government will achieve … [Read more...]
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