With maturity comes respect and in the age of electric cars, the Lexus ES has earned a place at the head of the queue. The new, eighth generation luxury saloon in 37 years has eschewed the trend towards SUVs and simply, but classically, redefined what many may consider a modern executive saloon. From the side it looks like a four-door coupe but is in fact … [Read more...]
Dazzling headlights illuminate up to £5,000 fine
Some 96% of drivers say some or most vehicle headlights are too bright, as motorists prepare for darker journeys after the clocks go back on Sunday. To help car owners reduce the chance of dazzling other road users and risking a fine of up to £5,000, Motorpoint’s resident motoring expert, Tim Rodie, shared his advice, "Headlight glare happens when a … [Read more...]
Welsh drivers risking injury & death by tyre neglect
Nearly half of Welsh motorists only check their tyres when an MOT is due, while more than a quarter admit to buying potentially deadly part-worn products, despite claiming that safety is their top priority, according to Bridgestone research. With the clocks going back this weekend and daylight dwindling, Welsh drivers are proving that actions continue to … [Read more...]
Chinese models rising share of leasing deals
Business lease customers are increasingly turning to newer vehicle manufacturers, with the latest data from Leasing Options revealing that Chinese manufacturers are making up a significant share of the business lease market. A 42.2% of business leasing contracts were with Chinese manufacturers, with Chinese cars seeing exclusive deals and working well for … [Read more...]
Rising diesel price speeding up electric lorries, says Welch Group
Soaring diesel prices are strengthening the business case for electric heavy goods vehicles, with UK haulier Welch Group forecasting substantial long-term savings from electrifying its fleet and opening its charging infrastructure to other operators. New analysis from New AutoMotive estimates that the surge in diesel prices since July is adding … [Read more...]
Government see ‘red’ over private parking firms
More than half of private parking companies (52%) audited by the Government have been rated as ‘red’ or ‘amber’ over their use of DVLA vehicle keeper data, new analysis of Freedom of Information data by the RAC has found. Ninety car park management companies, which can request information from the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency’s database for the … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 October
Transport for Wales in partnership with Rhondda Cynon Taf County Borough Council, has launched public engagement on proposals to extend passenger rail services from Aberdare to Hirwaun. The consultation will run until 22 November. InstaVolt, the UK's most trusted, and largest, Ultra Rapid charging network, has confirmed that CHAdeMO charging will remain a … [Read more...]
Veteran ‘van’ joins classic rally
An extraordinary piece of automotive history will take to the road this autumn when Mercedes-Benz’s oldest roadworthy commercial vehicle participates in the RM Sotheby’s London to Brighton Veteran Car Run on Sunday 1 November. The eye-catching trend-setter will also turn heads at the St James’s Motoring Spectacle – the free-to-attend curtain-raiser on Pall … [Read more...]
Car market accelerates but also divides
The UK new car market accelerated in September, with registrations up 12.1% to 350,518 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. The result marks a 10th consecutive month of growth and the strongest September since 2017 according to figures from the industry at the end of last week. In Wales, new car registrations rose 12.8% last … [Read more...]
First drive: Ford Mustang V8 Dark Horse
This dark horse proves the petrol V8 still has plenty of life left. The motoring world might be rapidly moving towards electrification, but Ford is proving there is still plenty of life left in one of the most traditional performance car formulas. A 5.0-litre V8 engine, rear-wheel drive and, crucially, a six-speed manual gearbox are at the heart of the … [Read more...]
