A decision to begin providing used electric car funding for the first time is a “vote of confidence” in the stability of the market, says Startline Motor Finance. The motor finance provider is now offering its full range of hire purchase and personal contract purchase plans for electric cars with rates and conditions identical to petrol and diesel … [Read more...]
Newcomers
New car sales slow ahead of new plate change
August signalled the end of two years of growth in the new car market, a disappointing development despite traditionally being a quiet month, according to Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association, commenting on the latest SMMT new car registration figures. In August, a total of 84,575 new cars were registered, a decrease … [Read more...]
Special feature: Ineos range profile
INEOS has been taking the 4x4 world by storm in catering for the many potential buyers who still prefer the ‘traditional’ approach to off-road vehicles. In describing the firm’s Grenadier, INEOS says, it’s “… a serious off-roader that no-one’s building any more. The rugged 4x4 that will get you there. And get the job done”. Let’s start with appearance, and … [Read more...]
Britain’s on the road to an EV skills shortage
Britain is driving head on into a skills shortage of technicians trained to work on electric vehicles, according to one industry expert. Comment from Lawrence Whittaker (below), CEO at Warrantywise said, "Electric vehicles (EVs) continue to grace our headlines, whether it’s a comment on the perceived lack of EV charging infrastructure, confirmation of … [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...]
Chinese brands could go to the wall
The newly announced bankruptcy of Chinese car maker Hi Phi shows that fleets must 'tread carefully' when it comes to buying vehicles from the new wave of manufacturers arriving in the UK, said FleetCheck. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software specialist, pointed out that the top-end car maker was due to begin sales in Europe this year and … [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...]
Call for independent certified EV health check
Almost nine out of 10 motorists say it is important to have an independent, certified used electric car assessment showing how well previous owners have looked after the vehicle’s battery. While 83% want to know how long the battery will take to fully charge, 82% also want verification on the amount of battery capacity that has been lost since new and 81% … [Read more...]
Ford Mustang Mach-E is gold for Welsh medalist
Distance is everything to the world's top Paralympic Shot putter and he swares by his new Ford Mustang Mach-E to get him about Britain quickly, cheaply and in the greenest way. Ford Sporting Ambassador Aled Sion Davies OBE, from Bridgend, is on a sustainable road to the Paralympic Games in Paris next month with his Ford Mustang Mach-E. He has collected … [Read more...]
Musso Saracen carries 70th anniversary into UK
KGM Motors UK, formerly SsangYong, will launch the special-edition Musso Saracen Platinum, an exclusive model to the UK market to celebrate the brand’s 70th anniversary. Limited to just 70 vehicles, the pick-up has been crafted for customers seeking the ultimate blend of a class-leading, practical workhorse with a contemporary and refined finish at just … [Read more...]
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