Everyone wants to play their part, however small, in protecting the planet for future generations. But we all still have to live and work in the modern world with its work, family, social and financial considerations. That usually means needing access to at least one car for most households. Car buyers look closely at running costs and most … [Read more...]
Government must do more to aid recovery – Logistics UK
Business group Logistics UK is warning the government to do more to stimulate economic activity and restore consumer confidence after the COVID-19 pandemic, after the group’s own research indicated that the nation’s businesses are stagnating, after two months’ of cautious re-opening. As David Wells, the group’s Chief Executive explained, consumer caution … [Read more...]
Councils urged not to hide approach to school masks
Shadow Minister for Education Suzy Davies MS has called for a consistent approach from local authorities to pupils wearing facemasks on school transport. Some councils have made wearing masks mandatory, some have not, and some have yet to publish their rules. Welsh Conservative Mrs Davies said, “Parents and pupils across Wales are in some cases being left … [Read more...]
BREAKING NEWS: Welsh engine line moving to Midlands
Jaguar Land Rover is moving its petrol V8 engine line from the Ford Bridgend Engine Plant to its in-house power centre at Wolverhampton. Workers at the South Wales engine plant, which will close next month, have been building buffer stocks of the V8 engines to continue supplies to the luxury car maker until it can resume production in the West … [Read more...]
Big ‘staycation’ getaway expected this week
An estimated 18m leisure trips will be taken by car this weekend, 1.8m more than last year as drivers seek to make the most of what is the last bank holiday before Christmas in most of the UK, says RAC Breakdown. Despite the summery weather taking a leave of absence, the figures suggest traffic could be bumper-to-bumper on some popular routes as families … [Read more...]
BREAKING NEWS: Floods close railway line and campsites
A number of properties have been flooded in Neath, Whitland, Tonyrefail and Llanelli. Roads have been closed and some trains disrupted after part of the South Wales mainline was left underwater at Neath and campers were this morning evacuated by fire service personnel at St Clears while another site at Newport, Pembs was also affected. … [Read more...]
Lessons in safely living on the roads
With fortunate students about to embark on their university courses, some will be facing their first autumn and winter behind the wheel and it’s worth repeating some good advice from Richard Gladman, IAM RoadSmart’s Head of Driving and Riding Standards. “Our driving habits start being set from the moment we venture out alone after passing our driving test, … [Read more...]
Pre-registered cars challenge 1 September newcomers
Huge savings on nearly-new 2020-registered cars are putting pressure on new car sales targets for next week’s registration plate change. Online car supermarket BuyaCar.co.uk is reporting savings of up to 42% compared with list price for 2020 cars, often with as little as 10 miles on the clock. Tough times for dealers, who are facing the biggest decline in … [Read more...]
Williams F1 team sold to US business
The struggling Williams F1 team has been sold. Dorilton Capital is a New York-based private investment firm in sectors such as healthcare, engineering and manufacturing and will finance the team which continues with its current racing plans and it also has a separate engineering business. … [Read more...]
Ultimate road trip snacks
There are many elements that make a long car journey more endurable and enjoyable. The right playlist and company, decent service stations, but at the heart of all the best car trips sit the snacks. The right blend of car snacks can make or break a trip, and with 52% of Brits opting for a UK holiday this year and averaging 310 miles per trip, there’s … [Read more...]
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