More than 130,000 potholes across 266 miles of road in Wales have been fixed or prevented in the last six months. Since April the Welsh Government has been working closely with local councils to deliver on its commitment of ‘Fixing our roads’. The local government borrowing initiative has enabled local councils to fix or prevent around 107,000 potholes … [Read more...]
Check if your MoT is valid or risk £1,000 fine
Over 8 million vehicles and drivers were at risk of a £1,000 fine in the past year as they were late renewing their MoT, research has revealed. The study, carried out by specialist motor trade insurance provider ChoiceQuote analysed Freedom of Information data from the Driving and Vehicle Standards Agency showing the significant scale of MoT … [Read more...]
Tradelines 22 October
Seat will be the ‘entry’ brand within the Volkswagen Group and exciting hybrids are coming with a new model for 2029. The confirmation about the 75-year-old Spanish car manufacturer’s future shores up its position within the Volkswagen Group after years of speculation that it would be axed in favour of its spun-off Cupra premium performance brand. A … [Read more...]
Home charging will drive greener vans at a price
Electric vans are becoming a more regular feature on UK driveways, and with them, growing pressure on household energy use. In line with new government regulations and grants, it is expected that more drivers will charge their electric vans at home. Energy experts at Uswitch, the comparison and switching service, are encouraging homeowners to ensure their … [Read more...]
Essential to deliver faster charging for vans – APC
Faster charging speeds are essential for the wider fleet adoption of electric vans in the future, says the Association of Fleet Professionals. Currently, models available from major manufacturers are rated from around 50-125kWh, meaning that even the best will take around 40 minutes to charge from 10-80% in ideal circumstances, and are usually slower in … [Read more...]
Toyota research lightweight quadricycle in UK
Toyota Manufacturing UK is leading a consortium of partners to evaluate the feasibility of a lightweight battery electric vehicle prototype, conforming to the L6e (light quadricycle) category. The consortium has secured funding from the UK government’s DRIVE35 programme via the Advanced Propulsion Centre (APC), which is a non-profit organisation … [Read more...]
EV Rally Cymru is coming down the line
Greenfleet is bringing back the EV Rally Cymru for 2025—an electrifying two-day event designed to highlight Wales’ progress in clean transport and infrastructure. Following the success of previous rallies, EV Rally Cymru 2025 on 22 and 23 October will once again take drivers on a scenic and strategic journey across Wales, starting in Wrexham and passing … [Read more...]
Tyre safety knowledge is seriously lacking
New collaborative research conducted by The AA and TyreSafe paints a concerning picture of tyre safety on UK roads, revealing a significant gap between drivers' perceived knowledge of tyre maintenance, legal requirements and penalties. The joint studies, surveying over 22,000 respondents in May and July, highlight widespread ignorance of severe fines and … [Read more...]
Behold the Bentley Continental S1 BEV
Lunaz proudly marks the 70th anniversary of the Bentley Continental S1 with a world first — the electrified Bentley Continental S1 by James Young. One of only 13 examples ever created by the famed coachbuilder, this unique commission has undergone a 5,000-hour restoration and now features an entirely electric powertrain — making it the only James … [Read more...]
Time to reset you driving skill this month
To help road users drive confidently during dark conditions when the clocks go-back this month and prevent any potential problems such as headlight glare, dazzling, and low visibility, here are some tips from Dick Lovett dealership. 1.Clean your windows and mirrors—and switch your rear-view mirror into ‘night mode’ Even though this is still hugely … [Read more...]
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