Get an emissions sticker or risk a fine driving abroad this summer, warn the RAC. With UK travellers embarking on millions of trips by sea and Channel Tunnel this summer, the RAC is warning drivers taking their own cars abroad to be aware of local air quality regulations, and if needed buy the correct windscreen sticker before they go – or risk a nasty fine … [Read more...]
Pininfarina’s PURA Vision of luxury evs
THE stunning PURA Vision design concept has been revealed by Automobili Pininfarina. The elegant silhouette and dramatic proportions express Automobili Pininfarina’s PURA design philosophy, effortlessly transforming the DNA of iconic models from Pininfarina SpA's past for the electric Luxury Utility Vehicle (e-LUV). The new design concept will inspire … [Read more...]
Holiday risks in driving abroad
Around eight million Brits drive abroad each year and 63% don’t checking the local driving laws. And now, motoring experts are warning drivers to be vigilant, or they could face hefty fines this summer. Research from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office found over two-thirds of Brits who have driven abroad have faced problems. And with over two in five … [Read more...]
The train’s now arriving – on your phone
A new live digital map has been launched showing customers exactly where their train is at any given time. The map shows the location of every train on the TfW network, allowing customers to view their journey in real time and see the expected arrival time at each station on its route. Transport for Wales have partnered with rail technology innovator … [Read more...]
Mixed reactions to car sales incentives
The motor trade has seen little improvement in business since Covid restrictions and components shortages ended almost exactly 12 months ago, they have told their trade body. “New car sales have now seen 12 consecutive months of recovery since the pandemic related supply chain shortages. NFDA conducted a flash poll of its members and found that retailers … [Read more...]
Newport enlarge green fleet buses
Newport has converted eight double-decker buses to run on electricity for school runs and city routes. Equipmake is partnering with local bus service provider, Newport Transport, in a fleet deal that will see eight of the operator’s double deck buses repowered with Equipmake’s state-of-the-art electric drivetrain technology. Operating throughout the city … [Read more...]
More on-line services from the DVLA
Motorists can now opt for digital vehicle tax reminders rather than having to wait for a paper reminder to drop through their letter box. The change comes as part of DVLA’s new Driver and vehicles account service, which allows motorists to easily access their driver and vehicle information in one place and has been launched as a public beta so the DVLA is … [Read more...]
Newslines 7 August
Nissan has slashed prices of its Ariya EV range to offer a better proposition to owners and boot sales. All existing 63kWh ARIYA will be reduced by £3,000 and all 87kWh variants will be reduced by £3,750, making the price difference between the 63kWh and 87kWh batteries £5,000. while the line up now starts at £39,645 and the top spec ARIYA is available from … [Read more...]
Wales car sales soar by nearly a quarter in July
New car registrations in Wales shot up 23.8% despite the atrocious July weather, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It was the same rise as in Northern Ireland but slightly trailed the growth in England of 29.5% and was ahead of Scotland’s 21.6%. New car sales in Wales reached 4,955 registrations last month and the UK totalled … [Read more...]
Rethink needed to boost ev take-up, says study
A new study from Juniper Research, has found that lack of public infrastructure is severely limiting EV adoption in urban environments. In particular, as flat and apartment owners typically cannot have home chargers fitted, the lack of public infrastructure is a stumbling block. While EV charging points in service will grow from 14.2 million in 2023, to 45 … [Read more...]
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