High-performance Ferrari racing visits Anglesey for the first time with Pirelli Ferrari Club Competizione, hosted by the Ferrari Owners’ Club of Great Britain at the wonderfully scenic circuit on 24 of July. It’s a celebration of all things Italian, with fast-paced racing from the Club’s Pirelli Ferrari formula classic featuring a range of race prepared … [Read more...]
Reducing risk of plunging fleet values
The vast majority of fleets purchase vehicles outright and then dispose of the assets privately once they have no more uses vehicles, a study has revealed. According to RAM Tracking’s Vehicle Buying Survey 2022, just 41% of fleets said they defy fleet conventions and purchase vehicles outright. The second most popular method of funding vehicles is via a … [Read more...]
Tolls to replace lost fuel duties and taxes
Road tolls are back on the Government's agenda. The fleet sector needs to start having a constructive discussion about the likelihood of road charging being introduced in the future and the kind of scheme it would like to see, says FleetCheck. Peter Golding, managing director at the fleet software specialist, said that the rapid growth in electric vehicles … [Read more...]
Holiday crawl begins this week
Huge jams are possible on UK roads at the end of this week as the summer getaway begins in unprecedented heat, says the RAC. Parts of the M4 in South Wales, the M5 in the West Country, M25 around London and the main roads to North Wales, the Lake District and popular coastal spots are expected to be the worst. The RAC is urging every driver to check their … [Read more...]
Wash your car but be considerate in this weather
As high temperatures swept across Britain and set new records this week, Dwr Cymru Welsh Water has asked motorists to be considerate with their use for washing vehicles. “During the hot spells, we always try to encourage our customers to make an extra effort not to waste water and most importantly, that they don’t waste it,” the company said in a … [Read more...]
Genesis open book for third ev model
Genesis has revealed full pricing and specification for the Electrified GV70 SUV, the brand’s third all-electric vehicle following on from the GV60 and Electrified G80. Featuring an exceptional range, tranquil luxury and state-of-the-art electrical architecture, Electrified GV70 represents the latest step in Genesis’ commitment to deliver an all-electric … [Read more...]
Softening of demand for cars is concerning
The cost of cars is by far the top priority for car-buyers as the cost of living crisis bites, according to new findings from Close Brothers Motor Finance’s Dealer Satisfaction Survey. Almost three quarters of dealers (74%) put the cost of the car at the top of the list of customer priorities when looking to buy, followed by the mileage (26%). Other … [Read more...]
‘None for the road’ is one way to reduce accidents
Potentially millions of motorists could be unknowingly getting behind the wheel while over the drink-drive limit if they socialise this weekend. That’s according to research commissioned by the UK’s leading independent road safety charity, IAM RoadSmart, which has revealed that up to four in ten drivers (42 per cent) of the 1,004 motorists surveyed do not … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 July
Mercedes-Benz will continue holding a stake in Aston Martin through an investment fund. Aston Martin said today it was looking to raise £653 million pounds through a right issue to shareholders, bringing in Saudi Arabia's sovereign wealth fund as its second-largest shareholder after the Lawrence Stroll controlled Yew Tree Consortium and Mercedes-Benz AG … [Read more...]
New Welsh speed law threat to deaf
Following the news that speed limits in built-up areas look set to be reduced from 30mph to 20mph in Wales from next year - a UK first that has caused some controversy among some drivers. Ministers say a 20mph speed limit will lower road collisions and traffic noise and encourage people to walk and cycle. However, will this lowered traffic … [Read more...]
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