The debate about charging electric cars is an increasingly live issue, according to a new Opinium survey of 2,000 UK drivers. Over three-quarters (77%) think it is unfair that electric car owners who are unable to install a home charger (e.g., in flats or with no off-street parking) have no option but to pay higher rates at public charging points. This is highest amongst under 34s (84%) and … [Read more...]
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Councils wasting money on ‘wrong’ ev-chargers
Councils are wasting much needed money and installing the wrong on-street ev charging systems instead of creating community ultra-rapid hubs. That’s the opinion of Asif Ghafoor, CEO & co-founder of Be.EV believes that whilst public money has been allocated to improve charge networks, it's sitting unspent because of pointless bureaucracy and a lack of understanding from local authorities - … [Read more...]
Newslines 21 August
A family of dodgy car dealers has been fined after admitting selling a ‘dangerous and unroadworthy’ vehicle and refusing to honour its warranty. David, Susan and James Bonner-Evans all pleaded guilty to breaching consumer protection regulations in relation to NRJ Motor Company, Bynea, Llanelli and were ordered to pay fines, costs and compensation of almost £13,000 after selling a Fiat Punto to a … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: BMW X1 xDrive2.3i M Sport
As the motor industry increasingly turns in on itself and concentrates on niche models it’s good to see the BMW X1 arrive, genuinely offering something for everyone. Sport, xLine and M Sport trim levels span seven models including three or four cylinder petrol-hybrid units, four-cylinder diesels and an electric version to ensure there is something for every requirement or preference. To that … [Read more...]
73-plate buyers’ guide
Shop around for the car which suits you and your pocket with a new '73' plate. Ahead of the arrival of the new “73” vehicle registration in England, Wales and Scotland on the 1st of September, The Motor Ombudsman, the Ombudsman dedicated to the automotive sector, is highlighting 12 handy tips for motorists to take into consideration when looking to buy a new car to help ensure that it meets their … [Read more...]
Tradelines 16 August
Octopus Energy's EV roaming service, Electroverse, has skyrocketed in uptake to over half a million EV charge points. With over 20% growth this year alone, the 'one card, one app' model has become one of the world's largest virtual charging platforms, providing drivers access to over 470 charge point brands in 40 countries. Almost a third of fleets (31%) have been hit by semiconductor shortages … [Read more...]
Reservations open for Lexus LBX
Lexus has opened pre-sales for the all-new LBX, just eight weeks after the “breakthrough crossover” made its world debut. UK customers wanting to be among the first to own this pivotal new model can place an advance order via the Lexus consumer website at https://www.lexus.co.uk/new-cars/lbx/pre-order. They can choose their preferred model grade and Lexus centre and seal their order with a … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 August
Honda has confirmed the pricing and specifications for the new CR-V e:HEV and e:PHEV heading for showrooms later this year. The larger sixth generation of the CR-V will be available with either a full hybrid (e:HEV) or, for the first time in Europe, a plug-in hybrid (e:PHEV) powertrain, from £45,895. The 1950s Museum at Denbigh, North Wales is attracting increasing visitor numbers to … [Read more...]
Best & worst places to buy used cars in UK
The most affordable major UK cities to buy a car between 1 and 5 years old have been revealed, with buyers potentially able to save thousands – if they’re willing to travel. According to data published by CarGurus – a leading online automotive marketplace to shop, buy, and sell used vehicles – the national average price of a 2018-2022 model year used car in Britain is £23,516, however, this can … [Read more...]
Welsh firms are failing to prepare for ev-age
Welsh businesses are Britain's least prepared to make the switch to electric vehicles, according to analysis by Moneyshake vehicle leasing. It looked at the Department for Transport and Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency's vehicle licensing statistics to reveal the areas in Britain where businesses are most and least prepared for an EV future when new sales of petrol and diesel cars end in 2030, … [Read more...]