More than three quarters (79%) of UK drivers think that having a car is essential for their everyday life, rising to 85% of those in rural areas, according to a new Opinion survey of 2,000 UK drivers. The survey commissioned by InsuretheGap.com reveals that 57% of those aged under 65 could not get to work without a car, rising to almost 60% of under 34s. Nine out of ten (90%) drivers … [Read more...]
Seeing red in green zones abroad
The Green-Zones portal has identified the European environmental zones where infringements are most severely punished and unexpectedly denting holiday budgets. Belgium is ranked 10th and 9th among the environmental zones with the highest fines, whose permanent Low-Emission-Zones (LEZ) are located in Antwerp and Brussels. All vehicles, which are not registered in Belgium or the Netherlands, must … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 August
Big saloons are dropping like stones across Europe. Sales of BMW 6 Series cars collapsed 82%, Tesla Model S 52% and Jaguar XJ 38%, but the Mercedes CLS mid-size model improved 76% and its AMG GT lifted 18%, reports JATO Dynamics, which said they had suffered with the expansion of SUV and Crossover models. With the holiday season in full flow the RAC can reveal that eight in 10 (82%) of the UK’s … [Read more...]
PSA subsidiary supports Welsh public services
Business Contract Hire specialist Free2Move Lease has become a supplier on the latest All Wales Framework Agreement. This has been established by the National Procurement Service, which arranges collaborative procurement frameworks for a range of goods and services on behalf of the Welsh Public Sector, as a ‘’One-stop-shop” for all Welsh Public Sector Vehicle Contract Hire … [Read more...]
Cap hpi lift the lid on soft-top bargains this summer
With summer in full swing, automotive data expert cap hpi has produced a list of convertibles and drop tops that eagle-eyed motorists can pick up for under £10k, including a few surprises. Motoring expert Clive Wilson car valuations editor at cap hpi identifies ten drop-tops that are relatively cheap to acquire, great for hitting the open road, making the most of the sunshine and in some cases, … [Read more...]
Hyundai lets power go to its head
Hyundai Motor is launching its first car with a solar roof charging system. This groundbreaking eco-friendly technology will provide vehicles with additional electrical power, as well as increasing fuel efficiency and driving range. Hyundai Motor’s solar roof charging system makes its debut on the New Sonata Hybrid. The system supports the vehicle’s electric power source, improving fuel … [Read more...]
Newslines 9 August
The newly launched Scala has been called into service to join the ranks of ŠKODA’s celebrated blue-light fleet line-up. The ŠKODA Scala’s advanced driver assistance and safety features make it an ideal partner for the emergency services. The brand also offers a ‘one-stop shop’ for blue-light fleets that includes full vehicle conversion, which sees the generous interior – with a vast 467 litre … [Read more...]
N Wales garage helps drive local sportsman
A North Wales car dealer is supporting a local young golfing star. Tyn Lon Garage, Anglesey, has partnered with North Wales-based golfer Josh Charnock to support his golfing and business endeavours with the loan of a Volvo XC40, presented to him by Clare Curtin, Sales Consultant. Originally from Birmingham, Josh moved to the Holywell area when an opportunity became available for him to … [Read more...]
Trendsetting Mitsubishi eyes BIK changes
Mitsubishi Motors UK welcomed the government’s plans to restructure the Benefit in Kind taxation system. The change will encourage the uptake of greener vehicles amongst business users. In the next financial year, beginning in April 2020, the UK’s best-selling plug-in hybrid, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV, will now attract a BIK rate of 12% for eligible business users, down from the 16% rate it … [Read more...]
Battery cars and Welsh buyers bucking the trend
New car sales in Wales are holding up better than the rest of mainland Britain and pure battery vehicles are booming toward record numbers. SMMT figures for July showed a drop of just 1.18% to 5,551 registrations last month while they went down over 2% in Scotland and a whopping 4.57% in England. Meanwhile, dealers in Northern Ireland reported a modest 1.18% gain in sales, bucking the trend of … [Read more...]