All new Maserati models will be 100% developed, engineered and built in Italy with hybrid and battery electric propulsion systems delivering all the innovation and performance typical of the Brand's DNA. Following on from the announcement of testing of the new full electric power plants to be installed on future Maserati models, the development and production plans for the Trident Brand's … [Read more...]
Newslines 21 February
SsangYong Motors UK will support the world’s premier three-day equestrian event, Badminton Horse Trials, from Wednesday 6 to Sunday 10 May, 2020, after Mitsubishi withdrew their 28 years backing for the event. Its vehicle provision at Badminton Horse Trials will commence this year, illustrating the perfect synergy between SsangYong Motors and the Trials, which is the most prestigious 5-star … [Read more...]
Drink drive issue not improving
The number of people killed in road accidents where the driver was over the drink drive limit has not dropped since 2010. Provisional figures released by the Department for Transport estimate there were 240 such deaths in 2018, exactly the same rate of fatalities ten years ago. The total number of casualties caused by drink driving increased to 8,700 in 2018, up 1% from 2017. The number … [Read more...]
Newcomers 21 February
There’s a new American supercar debuting at next month’s Geneva motor show, the Czinger21C. Delivering 1250hp from its hybrid powertrain, it hits 0-62mph in 1.9sec in its most advanced version and full details will be revealed at the show early next month. Built for stealth with its Vesuvius Grey paint and black detailing, yet also shot through with a bold as brass streak evident in its stunning … [Read more...]
A465 delays explained as costs jump £100M
Construction work on dualling of the A465 above Gilwern is 85% complete but Costain has run into unexpected problems and it will not be finished until April 2021 at the earliest, Wales economy and transport minister Ken Skates has reported. Now plans to improve the section from Hirwaun to Dowlais are being developed but under a fixed price contract and with minimum disruption to traffic using the … [Read more...]
Car sales tumbling across Europe after good December
European new-car sales fell 7.4 percent in January after changes to emissions rules and consumer-incentive programs hit demand. Registrations dropped to 1.135 million vehicles in the European Union, Britain and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) countries, industry association ACEA said yesterday and reported by Automotive News Europe. January's decline was the first drop in … [Read more...]
Tradelines 19 February
Hyundai Motor Group has announced its next generation ev platform for Hyundai and Kia cars will be developed by Los Angeles based Canoo. Their “skateboard” design is infinitely capable of working with various bodies and can be scaled to meet diverse needs. The National Association of Motor Auctions reports strong business at the end of 2019 and superminis were the most sought after. Louise … [Read more...]
Brexit’s been good for some in automotive sector
The UK transport industry has seen earnings on its investments in the EU rocket by more than 400% since the Brexit vote, the latest Office of National Statistics has revealed. UK transport trade earnings from investments in the EU rose from £177 million in 2015 to £1billion three years later – up 476% compared with before the vote. Firms involved in transportation had £3.6 billion invested in … [Read more...]
Fleets need to prepare for EV charge in demand
Fleets of all sizes will need support through a potential “sudden 2020 influx” of electric vehicles that is likely to create a vacuum of expertise, says FleetCheck. The fleet software specialist says that the new zero per cent benefit-in-kind tax rate, the availability of a wider range of models and the momentum created by the Government’s 2035 announcement are all creating a dramatic upsurge in … [Read more...]
Learners facing changed theory test
The theory test for learner car drivers is changing very soon. From 14 April, instead of reading a case study and answering five questions related to that, learners will watch a video clip and answer three multiple choice questions on it. RAC spokesman Simon Williams said, “This is a very positive change and should make the driving theory test accessible to many more people as watching case … [Read more...]
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