The Volkswagen Polo is 50 this year. With more than 20 million vehicles sold in six generations, the Polo has established itself as one of the most successful models in its class. When the VW Beetle was due to be replaced in the 1970s, Volkswagen had several models up its sleeve: the Passat came on to the market in 1973, followed a year later by the Golf, … [Read more...]
Slowing EV sales give dealers & makers a shock
Britain’s petrol, electric car and van markets have stalled with dealers reporting contracting business in the last quarter. The very slight increase in total registrations for the whole of 2024 came about with fleets being given big discounts by manufacturers very anxious to move the metal and push EV sales or face huge penalties from the UK … [Read more...]
EV challenges remain, with opportunities
There are some very promising signs for the year ahead in the electric-vehicle sector but also a number of challenges. More than a third of people are now considering buying an EV, compared to just over a quarter in 2023, and more competitive prices for second cars mean sales are staring to soar - up 52%, this year. In 2020, just 6.6% of all new … [Read more...]
Newslines 24 December
UK car production fell 30.1% in November, the ninth consecutive month of decline, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. Just 64,216 cars rolled off factory lines, 27,711 fewer than in November last year, due to a combination of factors, including strategic product decisions, weakness in key global markets, calendarisation and the … [Read more...]
Lights relief to pass your next MoT test
Experts are warning that some of the most common causes of MOT failure could be avoided with just a few simple checks. Data from the DVSA reveals that almost three million Brits had a fault with their lamps, reflectors, or electrical equipment during their MOT this year. Not only does this mean that faulty electrical equipment was responsible for over a … [Read more...]
Toyota top reliability data
The Toyota Yaris is the most reliable supermini you can buy, based on warranty claims data for the UK’s 20 best-selling models. Data from Warranty Solutions Group showed that the Yaris was far ahead of its peers, comparing its 3.6% claim rate to the second place Toyota Ago at 5.88%. The top three most common warranty claims for the Yaris were the wheel … [Read more...]
Newslines 23 December
Lamborghini will postpone its first electric model until 2029, said CEO Stephan Winkelmann. It had planned the release of its first EV in 2028 but the delay comes as the industry grapples with the transition to EVs, although Ferrari will introduce its first EV early next year. The average cost of car insurance for young drivers has fallen by £160 in … [Read more...]
Drivers cheer to tougher drink-driving sentences
Tougher sentences have been found to be the most popular solution among motorists for tackling the scourge of drink-driving, new research from the RAC has revealed. Four-in-10 motorists (38%) believe harsher sentences are the answer to curbing instances of drink-driving which were responsible for the deaths of some 300 people in 2022. Drivers questioned … [Read more...]
Gavin & Stacey’s 5,520 miles trip to true love
As fans prepare to bid a bittersweet farewell to one of the UK’s most beloved sitcoms, the final film-length episode of Gavin & Stacey airing this Christmas promises more than just laughs, tears, and reunions - it’s also a celebration of the miles travelled, memories made, and bridges crossed. With the anticipation building, the team at GAP Insurance … [Read more...]
Peak jams predicted as train services suspended
With Christmas just around the corner, 20 million Brits are preparing to drive ‘home’ for the holidays to friends and family. Amid significant rail disruptions caused by planned closures on major train routes, the roads are set to be busier than ever, so the driving experts at Scrap Car Comparison are urging motorists to plan their journeys well in advance … [Read more...]
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