Almost nine out of 10 motorists (88%) don’t know how to protect their cars against a new wave of high-tech thefts, according to new research. July’s Startline Used Car Tracker shows that although 44% are aware that car thefts are on the rise – they increased by a quarter in 2022, according to Government figures – only 18% have heard of methods used such as … [Read more...]
Classic petrol for sale – at a price
Britain’s first publicly available sustainable petrol designed specifically for classic vehicles is now on sale. The Sustain Classic range will allow motorists to fuel their vintage vehicles with plant-based petrol, without any modifications to their engines, with three types of fuel initially available. Developed by fuel specialist Coryton, the fuel … [Read more...]
Volkswagen Tiguan range expands
Four stylish new Volkswagen Tiguan Black Edition models – including one plug-in eHybrid – go on sale in the UK this month. The Tiguan is already Volkswagen’s best-selling model worldwide and widely regarded as a highly capable family SUV, and these eye-catching Black Edition trims are set to add to the model’s popularity. Sitting between the R-Line Edition … [Read more...]
Signs removal will lead to more speeding fines
Speeding convictions and fines will rise this autumn in Wales after the new default 20mph limit is introduced and Welsh Government ordered the removal of warning repeater signs and funded more camera vans. Existing 20mph repeater signs put up since 2016 and soon-to-be illegal 30mph repeater signs will be taken down, offered to English authorities or … [Read more...]
KIA in the driving seat for EV deals
KIA is launching a new drive towards widening its EV offers. Kia UK Limited is launching its latest range of attractive customer offers, including 4.9 per cent APR on Kia’s award-winning electric cars, two free services and an exclusive 12-month free Kia Charge Plus subscription with all EV6, Niro EV and Soul EVs purchased between 3 July and 1 October … [Read more...]
Newport residents worst off for permits
Car owners in Newport, Gwent are among the worst in Britain having difficulties obtaining parking permits. The city is in the top five worst residential parking areas in Britain and drivers in Manchester, most of London and Scottish cities and towns are more successful parking outside their homes. Chester and Cheshire are Britain’s worst councils giving … [Read more...]
Car sales rise amid warning on quota
The new car market grew 25.8% in June with 177,266 vehicles registered, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders as it warned of problems ahead in 2024. The June performance marks the 11th consecutive month of growth as the industry gradually overcomes the pandemic-induced supply chain shortages that constrained … [Read more...]
Newslines 7 July
Britain's premier supercar club has continued its expansion to 25 hubs throughout the country. Founded by two Welshmen, Maesteg-born Richard Thomas and Craig Williams, from Usk, Auto Vivendi has over £7m of supercars available for its 135 members to use and call upon at the hubs, including two in Wales, or for their Out of Town Membership from all … [Read more...]
Value the van in Wales, says business group
Vans play a crucial role in moving the goods and services used by everyone across the UK, with traffic in Wales accounting for 49% of business vans operating alone – without them, the economy would not operate effectively. They are small enough to access our towns and cities, but have the range to undertake longer distance journeys, bringing vital items to … [Read more...]
Sinclair Group take on ORA UK brand in Swansea
Sinclair Group is the latest business to join the expanding network of GWM ORA UK, selling the pure battery Chinese brand. The brand will launch initially with one site in Swansea, officially opening its doors to the public for the first time today. GWM ORA UK has announced six new retail group partnerships this year already and is on track to achieve a … [Read more...]
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