The auto industry supports the European Union’s long-term goal of climate neutrality by 2050 and wants to play its part in making Europe the first climate-neutral continent. The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association takes note of the ‘2030 Climate Target Plan’ unveiled today by the European Commission. “It is clear that the EU strategy needs to be reviewed and adapted periodically to … [Read more...]
Industry
Firms looking at more EVs for fleets
More than a third (37%) of companies with fewer than 100 employees either already operate or plan to adopt electric vehicles (EVs) within the next three years, compared to less than a quarter (23%) in 2019. Interest in electric vehicles is also growing rapidly among small-medium sized enterprises (SMEs), according to the latest research from the Arval Mobility Observatory. For plug-in hybrids, … [Read more...]
Tradelines 16 September
Forty-seven per cent of respondents to a Vehicle Remarketing Association snapshot survey say they are currently facing issues affecting their work-life balance – but 89% say they are “somewhat confident” about coping with the stress caused. The snapshot survey also asked members what coping techniques they were using and the answers ranged from golfing and finding time to spend with friends to … [Read more...]
Car makers’ warning on prices after Brexit
There will be severe repercussions for the European motor industry if there is no free trade agreement Britain before the end of the year and motorists will have to pay more for models. That's the stark warning this week from the car makers' body, ACEA, which includes the Society of Motor Manufacturers in Britain, who warned a disorderly future could cost over £101 Billion by 2025. In a … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 September
Daimler will pay a $875 million or £681.30 million civil penalty for violating US clean air laws as part of a $1.5 billion settlement with US and California regulators over excess diesel emissions in passenger vehicles and vans, two people briefed on the matter said. It relates to claims over 250,000 US diesel cars and vans after the automaker used software to evade emissions rules. Former … [Read more...]
Newslines 14 September
The next Nissan Qashqai will not go into production in Sunderland for another six months. A report said the plant could not be readied in time for this autumn’s planned build due to restrictions imposed on suppliers in the wake of the coronavirus lockdown. Custom-engineered Turanza Eco tyres with environmentally friendly Enliten Technology are original fitment on the new Volkswagen Golf 8. The … [Read more...]
Transport to escape carbon tax in Europe
Road transport should be excluded when the European Union expands its carbon market into new sectors, the bloc's climate policy chief has said. The European Commission will reform its carbon market next year and has raised the idea of extending the scheme which forces some companies to buy permits to cover their pollution, into areas such as shipping, buildings and road transport. "We're … [Read more...]
Petrol still dominates buyers’ preferences
Pre-lockdown, some 32% of UK drivers were planning to buy an alternative fuelled vehicle as their next car purchase, according to a report from Close Brothers Motor Finance. Drivers are continuing to shy away from traditional fuel types, with 21% planning on buying a hybrid car, and 11% opting for electric. Despite electric surging in popularity, petrol remains the most popular choice of fuel … [Read more...]
Newslines 10 September
The new era 630hp Maserati MC20 sports car has been unveiled with its 3.0V6 engine to follow the success of the MC12 supercar. Its 1,500kg weight gives it a 2.9 secs time to 60mph and maximum close to 190mph, and there will be racing versions after it goes into production at the end of 2020. Ex-VW chief executive Martin Winterkorn and other senior executives are facing serious commercial fraud … [Read more...]
Tradelines 9 September
Seventy years after the original, a new Land Rover Defender Hardtop has been added to the latest model range with diesel engines and automatic transmission only. Seating three people up-front, the rear seats have been replaced by a lengthened loadbed with side access and a side-hinged rear door providing 1,355 and 2,059 litres of cargo space in short or long wheelbases from £35,820 OTR (ex. VAT) … [Read more...]