Think family cars and I bet the next image in any driver’s eyes is a Volvo. Once associated with the immensely practical, purposeful and frills-free Estates, the company has undergone a rejuvenation and now offers a range of sophisticated SUVs brimming with the latest safety technology. They also started off big to sell to the US market but realised they … [Read more...]
Newcomers: Cars
Newcomers 20 January
Mazda has revealed its new BEV for the European market at the Brussels Motor Show. A stylish electric hatchback with a fastback saloon style, the Mazda6e will go on sale in left-hand drive European markets this year before arriving in UK dealers in the first half of 2026. An all-new mid-sized electric car, the Mazda6e brings a fresh take to the … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Suzuki Vitara Ultra Allgrip
The highly popular Suzuki Vitara has been given a make-over for 2025 to enhance the appeal of this already highly competitive medium sized SUV. The Vitara hybrid remains a strong selling model in the range and Suzuki has redefined its styling, raised the level of standard equipment and technology as well as further improved hybrid efficiency to stretch the … [Read more...]
Good deals drive sales but EV interest is low, reports Startline
Motorists say “a good deal” is the factor most likely to swing a used car in 2025, according to research. January’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows that almost half (48%) could be convinced to buy if presented with the right offer, but electric cars attract little attention. Other high scoring factors include the need to replace an existing car (46%), … [Read more...]
Tradelines 15 January
Following the announcement of its tie-up with energy experts OVO in July 2024, Volkswagen Group UK is extending the benefits of the partnership to company car and salary sacrifice customers. Those purchasing vehicles from 1 January 2025 from any of the Volkswagen Group brands - Audi, CUPRA, Škoda, Volkswagen Passenger Cars and Volkswagen Commercial … [Read more...]
New models to be rolled out by Toyota this year
New and enhanced models, the roll-out of advanced technologies, a series of prestigious awards and multiple sporting successes characterised Toyota’s achievements in 2024 and the year ahead promises to maintain the momentum of headline-making activities, led by an unprecedented programme of significant new model introductions. The company has strengthened … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Audi A3 Sportback 35TFSi
Twenty-nine years ago the first Audi A3 established the premium compact class and today the fourth generation sets a high standard which rivals really struggle to match. From that initial model in 1996, the A3 series has evolved into a comprehensive range of saloons and semi-estates or coupes with individual emphasis on sophistication or sportiness to … [Read more...]
Skoda Kamiq Design Edition joins the range
Škoda is building on the success of its award-winning Kamiq range by adding a new trim level to the line-up. The new Kamiq Design Edition will introduce striking looks and a feature-packed specification when order books open on 16 January 2025. The new trim grade, which has proved a popular choice in the recently updated Fabia range, is positioned between … [Read more...]
Tradelines 08 January
The Genesis GV60 has been facelifted and given technical changes for 2025. The company's first pure BEV looks different at the front including brighter headlights, has new wheels and revised interior with three-spoke steering wheel and 27-inch infotainment display combining several features in one unit and it should be with us by the summer. Mazda will … [Read more...]
Slowing EV sales give dealers & makers a shock
Britain’s petrol, electric car and van markets have stalled with dealers reporting contracting business in the last quarter. The very slight increase in total registrations for the whole of 2024 came about with fleets being given big discounts by manufacturers very anxious to move the metal and push EV sales or face huge penalties from the UK … [Read more...]
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