The average price of petrol and diesel fell by 6.5p in September – the ninth biggest monthly drop seen since 2000, said RAC Fuel Watch. A litre of unleaded averaged 134.79p, down from 141.26p at the start of the month while diesel fell from 146p to 139.5p so drivers are now saving £3.60 every time they fill up an average 55-litre family car and the RAC … [Read more...]
Newcomers: Cars
Weekend roadtest: Ford Kuga ST-Line FHEV
After its launch in 2008, the Ford Kuga has grown from the company’s first ‘tall’ hatchback into one of their success stories among UK best sellers, and the story continues this year. Now on sale with some very significant updates and improvements to its technology, equipment and design, the Ford Kuga is taking on rivals including many in the showrooms of … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: KGM Torres K40
On the 70th anniversary of the founding of their business, KG is celebrating with the launch of their Torres model for today’s 2024 market. Now KG Motors mayn’t be familiar to everyone but acquired the struggling SsangYong Motors, which is undoubtedly better known and respected among owners. The cars are built in Pyeongtaek, about an hour’s drive south of … [Read more...]
Vans with most problems for users
The study reveals that the Peugeot Bipper, SEAT Toledo and Citroën Nemo are the least reliable vehicles on UK roads. Interestingly, the majority of the vehicles in the top 10 list are compact or full-size vans typically used for commercial use. Taking the top spot is the Peugeot Bipper, where 366 of the 3,279 new registrations in 2024 were scrapped in the … [Read more...]
Weekend feature: New Chinese brand UK plans
New car brand OMODA has announced UK pricing and specifications for its two debut models: the petrol-powered OMODA 5 and all-electric OMODA E5 crossover SUVs. Both offer customers a striking, modern design, with efficient powertrains and premium-grade interiors featuring a suite of luxury technologies, all at an accessible price point. The brand, a … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Toyota GR86
It’s a delicate balance building cars for the masses, for markets around the world and meeting the needs of motorists with a love of motorsports, but Toyota does all three very well. The new GR86 is a very good example of bringing motorsport engineering into the mainstream, well almost. It has been developed from the earlier GT86, which used a 2.0 litre … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Skoda Kamiq SE
As the retail motor trade goes through a reset at the moment squeezed by new technology and rising prices which private buyers are reluctant to embrace or pay, models like the Skoda Kamiq are standing out. It’s a straightforward petrol model for a family with up to five seats, price-pitched perfectly for many and it comes with a suite of safety and … [Read more...]
Winners and losers over a decade of change
Some brands have seen phenomenal growth in registrations over the last decade and others have plunged into oblivion, according to Scrap Car Comparison. The top 10 Car Brands With The Biggest Growth In The UK were: Tesla - 339,717% change over last decade Dacia - 1,434% change over last decade McLaren - 640% change over last decade Infiniti - … [Read more...]
Newcomers 6 August
Kia UK has announced pricing and specifications for the Kia EV3, the brand’s most affordable electric vehicle yet due in showrooms later this year. Following the example of the EV6 and EV9, Kia will offer three grades to EV3 buyers in the UK: ‘Air’, ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’, each with a generously equipped specification as standard, with a choice of 58.3kW … [Read more...]
MGBV8 returns on 100th anniversary
The much loved famous big-engined MGB is back for a staggering $225,000 or over £175,000. As 2024 marks the centenary of MG, esteemed MGB restomod specialist Frontline Cars is set to extend its legacy to enthusiasts across the United States. This significant milestone will see the all-new, V8-powered Frontline LE60 make its American debut at The Quail, A … [Read more...]
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