Isuzu is Japan’s oldest motor manufacturer with more than a century of experience and it has been the slowest to move into the electrical age. Its progress may appear to resemble an ice-berg on the move but the fact is, like that big lump of frozen water, you ignore it at your peril. While other manufacturers compromised carrying capacity and capability … [Read more...]
Bio-fuel being dumped in Europe
The European Commission has extended trade surveillance measures on imports of fuel ethanol into the EU from several countries, acknowledging the potential for a surge that could threaten the European renewable ethanol industry. The Commission’s decision, published on 14 September, acknowledged the threat of a surge of fuel ethanol imports into the EU, … [Read more...]
Jobs’ fair unveils opportunities in Automotive
National Franchised Dealers Association’s auto industry initiative, Drive My Career, will exhibit at the Coventry Careers Fair on Wednesday 7 October, showcasing the range of apprenticeship and career opportunities available across automotive retail. Taking place at Coventry Transport Museum from 10am to 2pm, the free event brings together employers and job … [Read more...]
First drive: VW Transporter Sportline eHybrid
Seventy-five years ago, the Volkswagen Transporter arrived in Britain, shook up the commercial sector and now it’s laying down a new challenge in the electric age. The company has introduced its first eHybrid model in the popular T32 series, in 16 versions of long or short wheelbase vans together with kombi crew styles and the people orientated shuttle … [Read more...]
Call for scrappage scheme to boost EV adoption
More than eight out of 10 car dealers say the UK needs a scrappage scheme to support electric car sales, according to new research for one finance provideer. September’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows 60% believe the government should encourage the adoption of electric cars and 61% that they need to be as affordable as possible. Also, 26% think electric … [Read more...]
McLaren reveal £500M investment & planned SUV
McLaren Automotive will make a £500m investment to expand its UK manufacturing, engineering and operations, enabling it to accelerate the development of its next generation of models including a long-awaited performance SUV. The investment forms part of a larger commitment from McLaren Automotive shareholder L’IMAD, a sovereign investor of the Government of … [Read more...]
Delaying EES will help trade, said Logistics UK
The EU’s decision to adopt a pragmatic approach to the implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES), to keep borders flowing, will come as a relief to the logistics sector and those operating our key trading gateways with France,” said Ben Fletcher, Chief Executive of business group Logistics UK. His comments come after it was announced that France, … [Read more...]
Sunderland nets £170M Nissan Kicks plan
Nissan plans to launch a new model in Europe and invest £170m to build it in Sunderland, which this year celebrates its 40th anniversary. The Nissan Kicks – a compact B-segment crossover – features unique e-POWER hybrid technology and will be manufactured in Sunderland, alongside the Qashqai, Juke and LEAF. It is based in the same platform as the Juke but … [Read more...]
Failed infrastructure threatens European green-truck drive
In an extraordinary appearance on one stage together, the CEOs of Europe’s seven leading truck and bus manufacturers warned yesterday, at the IAA Transportation in Hanover, that Europe’s shift to zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles is still being held back by an alarming delay in the conditions that are needed to drive market uptake. They called on European … [Read more...]
Momentum mounts with EV registrations
With EV registrations rising and the used market surging, NFDA Electric Vehicle Approved highlighted growing momentum in the UK’s switch to electric, while calling for continued action on affordability, charging and consumer confidence. Developed by National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA) and endorsed by the Government’s Office for Zero Emission … [Read more...]
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