The Swindon-made Honda Civic is enjoying a boom from the US, reports Automotive News Europe. Strong demand and a better exchange rate are helping and offset prices paid to import components so the car maker is thinking of competing for the next generation in 2021. The Motor Ombudsman says that MotorEasy, the car warranty provider and maintenance and … [Read more...]
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McLaren 570S Spider appears this month
The new McLaren 570S Spider with retractable hardtop will be unveiled at Goodwood Festival of Speed at the end of the month. It brings a third bodystyle into the range alongside Coupe and GT and uses the rear wheel drive 570ps twin-turbo 3.8V8 engine and seven-speed gearbox giving a 204mph maximum and 0-62mph time of 3.2 secs at a starting price … [Read more...]
Newslines 19 June
Jaguar Land Rover is planning for an extra 5,000 engineers and technical staff in the next year, the Sunday Telegraph reported yesterday. Thee recruitment drive could be announced this week to focus on electronic and software engineers as the industry adapts to develop autonomous vehicles but a shortage may mean bringing in foreign workers or contracting … [Read more...]
First drive: New Kia Picanto
Now in Kia dealerships is the third generation Picanto City Car but only in five door form due to the lack of demand for three door cars in this sector. New Picanto is more spacious and practical, better equipped with improved handling and ride comfort and has latest connectivity and driver assistance features. Prices for the new Picanto start from … [Read more...]
Newslines 17 June
The New Land Rover Discovery has continued its predecessor’s incredible Tow Car Awards winning streak, having been named as the overall winner for 2017. It is an accolade the previous Discovery had been awarded nine times over the previous ten years, culminating in it being chosen as Tow Car of the Decade in 2016. Volkswagen Group will offer an extra … [Read more...]
Small new Kia Picanto has big sales potential
The South Korean brand of Kia, part of the Hyundai Group, arrived in the UK in 1991 and after several years establishing the brand they have recorded consecutive record years of sales since 2010, explains David Miles. They have tripled sales since 2007 and last year their record UK new car sales grew by 13.86% to reach an all-time high of 89,364 … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 June
Plaid Cymru has called for an investigation into the Welsh Government handling of the Circuit of Wales project. The £425 M project has been beset with difficulties over the last few years and Wales Audit Office has criticised Cardiff Bay giving a £9 M investment loan, and now there is disagreement over when there was suggestion of a partially funded … [Read more...]
Newslines 12 June
Kia’s new B-segment crossover will be named ‘Stonic’. An eye-catching and confident compact crossover with true European design flair, the Stonic is inspired by the form and function of larger Kia SUVs while a sweeping roofline and uniquely designed roof rack add a sporty look to the vehicle, which goes on UK sale later this year. … [Read more...]
On-line parts, servicing and repairs sees major growth
The UK’s car servicing and repair sector grew again in 2016, with turnover rising 2.4% to £21.6 billion, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Growth was primarily driven by sustained record numbers of new car registrations, and greater reliability, leading to more vehicles remaining on British roads for longer but still requiring … [Read more...]
PHEVs are favourite for future
The plug in hybrid market is about to be transformed, say analysts. From the imminent launch of 100 new models, favourable incentives, and emission target compliance, to sufficient battery capacity for daily driving ranges and consumer willingness to pay, plug-in hybrid vehicles, or PHEVs, are ready for growth. The research finds that the global PHEV … [Read more...]
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