Fuel technology specialists SulNOx Group Plc said the move to end the rebate on red diesel would hit consumers in the pocket while having a minimal impact on improving the environment. From April 1 rebated diesel, more commonly known as red diesel, and rebated biofuels will no longer be allowed to be used as they are currently and will only be legal … [Read more...]
Industry
Hundreds hit by TfW service breakdown
Welsh Conservatives have expressed disappointment and outrage over a broken-down train leaving passengers abandoned and distressed for hours. The 12:31 TfW service from Manchester Piccadilly to Milford Haven left hundreds of commuters stranded for three hours and twenty minutes just north of Abergavenny Station about 4pm on Monday. The incident led to the … [Read more...]
Breaking news: Audi and Porsche ponder F1 entry
Audi and Porsche are poised to re-enter F1, Reuters is reporting today. McLaren is said to be looking at €500 Million from Audi and Porsche wants to team up with Red Bull, probably at a similar cost, but the deals depend on future electrification and synthetic fuels being approved, but parent Volkswagen Group has to cost the plans on the back of major … [Read more...]
Classic car owners concerns over new ‘tampering law’
A recent survey shows 84 per cent of classic and specialist car owners are against the Department for Transport’s anti-tampering proposals that would outlaw tampering with a system, part or component of a vehicle intended or adapted to be used on the road. The poll by classic and enthusiast vehicle insurance specialist, Footman James, shows that 84 per cent … [Read more...]
Staff turnover misses opportunities
With 41% of the workforce considering leaving their employer this year, investing in people will be essential in overcoming recent recruitment issues facing the automotive industry, says Birmingham-based national vehicle movement and inspection firm, DMN Logistics. Recruitment continues to plague the industry, particularly the vehicle logistics sector. … [Read more...]
Tradelines 30 March
Škoda is offering new Fabia buyers 12-months free insurance with the brand’s fourth-generation supermini. It's is offering a £500 deposit contribution and a £199 Service Plan for customers who finance their FABIA with a Solutions Personal Contract Plan at 5.4% APR with one year’s free insurance. The Petrol Retailers Association has written to Transport … [Read more...]
EVs are changing the look of fleets
Strong impetus for fleets to electrify while new car supply remains highly inconsistent is changing the badge composition of some fleets, says FleetCheck. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software specialist (below) said that several manufacturers who previously had low or non-existent fleet profiles were gaining ground. “There are a … [Read more...]
New EV charging strategy is not joined up
Leading electrotechnical and engineering services body ECA has broadly welcomed the Government’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Strategy but warned it risks failing. However, the body has warned that the Government’s focus on “market-led” strategy and lack of joined-up policy with local authorities could jeopardise the quality and safety of EV charge point … [Read more...]
Newcomer: Maserati Grecale revealed
The new Maserati Grecale has broken cover. Developed at the Maserati Innovation Lab in Modena, the new SUV is produced at the Cassino plant and is a range within the range, the Trident brand’s fullest ever. An extremely wide range of engines is available: conventional internal combustion, hybrid and, in a year’s time, Grecale will also … [Read more...]
Luxury Black Cab conversions expand
London Electric Vehicle Company continues to expand its Authorised Converter Programme, with the appointment of Clive Sutton Ltd as luxury converter of the iconic TX electric taxi. LEVC’s Authorised Converter Programme centres on collaborating with fellow industry leaders to expand its customer offering. The appointment of Clive Sutton is driven by the … [Read more...]
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