In the last three months, Google searches for ‘How long does alcohol stay in your system’ are up 200% as well as searches for ‘How long after drinking can I drive?’ increasing by 180%. It’s clear to see that those able to drive in the UK are still uncertain about driving around the times they’re consuming alcohol. Freedom of Information (FOI) data from the … [Read more...]
Charge-point shortage is deterring drivers, says Startline survey
Six out of 10 motorists say there aren’t enough electric car chargers in places where they want to drive. February’s Startline Used Car Tracker also shows that 36% say there is a shortage of chargers near where they live and 28% on longer journeys where they drive regularly, while 23% wouldn’t buy an electric car because of poor charger … [Read more...]
Chequered flag drops in ten days on F1 Exhibition
You've just about 10 days to see one of the world's major motor sport exhibitions in London. After making its debut in Madrid August 2023, followed by Vienna then Toronto, F1 the Exhibition opened at ExCeL, in London’s charismatic Royal Victoria Dock, on 23 August 2024, and was then extended by popular demand until 2 March 2025. Packed with great content … [Read more...]
Tradelines 19 February
Stellantis will manufacture dual-clutch transmissions for hybrid vehicles at its Termoli plant in Southern Italy, Reuters has reported. The Termoli facility currently produces engines and has been earmarked by Stellantis-led battery cell joint venture Automotive Cells Company (ACC), which includes partners TotalEnergies and Mercedes but the final go-ahead … [Read more...]
Viable repairs of EV batteries close to happening
Viable repair of used electric vehicle batteries is “within reach” for car retailers, members of the Vehicle Remarketing Association heard at their first meeting of 2025. David Gray from Cox Automotive’s EV Battery Solutions told the audience that depending on the model and the battery technology in question, there was a real possibility that the car could … [Read more...]
EV batteries fire and explosion risk warning to trade
Allianz UK is warning motor traders to be aware of the risks associated with Electric Vehicle battery fires, which have caused extensive damage in recent cases and created unique challenges. Lithium-ion batteries, used in EVs, have been identified as a potential risk due to their thermal instability. When damaged, mishandled, stored or transported … [Read more...]
Apprenticeships hold the key to future logistics skills
The changes to apprenticeships announced by the government will encourage more people to take up vocational training across the logistics sector, according to Logistics UK’s Head of Skills Policy Bethany Windsor. Speaking in response to changes to the apprenticeship system announced by the Secretary of State for Education, Bridget Phillipson today, Ms … [Read more...]
New smart technology Pirelli Cinturato comes to market
Pirelli has launched the new Cinturato, a summer tyre designed for premium cars intended both as original equipment and for the replacement market. Thanks to Pirelli’s research and innovation as well as the extensive use of virtual design, the new generation of Cinturato stands as the current benchmark for safety and efficiency, in line with Pirelli's … [Read more...]
Newcomers 18 February
XPENG, a Chinese-born global-orientated high-tech automotive company, announces its official entry to the UK and kicks off the pre-sale of its first right-hand drive model. The ultra-smart all-electric mid-size coupe SUV, XPENG G6, marks a new milestone in one of the world's biggest automotive and EV markets and about 20 dealers with current International … [Read more...]
Newslines 18 February
Specialist motor insurance loss adjuster Claims Management & Adjusting (CMA), part of the QuestGates group, has praised police and carmakers as new Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency figures show UK car thefts down 4.5% and recoveries up 2.3% year-on-year. In terms of the most stolen models, the top three in 2024 were: 1) Ford Fiesta, 2) VW Golf and 3) … [Read more...]
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