The automatic MOT extension will be revoked from 1 August. Motorists and riders must get their vehicle tested if its MoT has lapsed since March. RAC head of policy Nicholas Lyes said, “Extending MOT tests was the right short-term measure after a number of garages closed when all of us were asked to stay at home. “But with many more garages now open – … [Read more...]
Two-wheeler sales rising as cars fall
February 2020 has delivered a strong 3% increase in motorcycle sales compared to last year, improving a typically quiet month, said Stephen Latham, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association which represents motorcycle retailers across the UK. Some 4,607 new motorcycles were registered in February, up from 4,473 in February 2019. In terms of … [Read more...]
Motorcycle sales encouraging 2020 kick off
With motorcycle registrations improving by 2.8% on the previous January, the start of the new year is heading in the right direction,said Stephen Latham, Head of the National Motorcycle Dealers Association. A total of 6,146 new motorcycles were registered throughout January, an increase from 5,976 in January 2019. Much of the growth came from the higher … [Read more...]
Iron Horse pulls hefty price tag
A 90-year-old motorcycle is the inspiration for the Ariel ACE Iron Horse two-wheeler. Inspired by the Black Ariels from the late 1920s, the Crewkerne company now known for its lightweight road and track cars has crated the polished aluminium framed Iron Horse with 172bhp 1200cc V4 Honda engine and shaft drive for just under £29,700. … [Read more...]
Bright tips for dark nights
With the clocks going back on Sunday 27 October, we’re going to be travelling more in the dark and IAM RoadSmart has top tips about riding and driving in the autumn and winter. It’s not just drivers and riders who need to be more careful, there are vulnerable road users such as pedestrians and cyclists that need to be aware of the dangers too. IAM … [Read more...]
Newslines 8 October
Automotive components’ companies in Wales will get a series of meetings on dealing with Brexit issues and paid for by the Department of Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy. Customs, Employment and Supply Chain Risk awareness sessions have been secured by the Welsh Automotive Forum in conjunction with the Society of Motor Manufacturers and … [Read more...]
Electric motor-bike hits 197mph
MADMAX Team Rider Zef Eisenberg raced in to the record books 21-22 September 2019 setting four new motorcycle records at the Straightliners Fédération Internationale de Motocyclisme World Speed Records event at Elvington, North Yorkshire on board the Nottingham University Isle of Man TT zero bike. International multiple ACU Motorbike speed record holder and … [Read more...]
Can-Am Spyder RT gets new look
BRP is raising the bar in the luxury touring riding segment with its all-new Can-Am Spyder RT model line-up. The 2020 Can-Am Spyder RT is the ultimate road trip vehicle if you crave comfort and style on the open road. It has an entirely new contemporary look along with added convenience features for epic solo or two-up adventures. “The … [Read more...]
Newslines 3 September
Vauxhall’s latest Astra 105ps 1.5D with its all-new powertrain was already 21 per cent more C02-efficient than the model that went before, but now new preliminary data shows further improvements to its emissions values. All new diesel Astras now produce lower C02 emissions than originally quoted with the 1.5D (105PS) engine with a 6-speed manual gearbox … [Read more...]
Swansea classic two-wheelers on show
The Bus Museum and Transport Heritage Centre at Viking Way in the Winch Wen enterprise park again hosts the Swansea Classic Motorcycle Show this coming Sunday, 1 September, writes Roger Gale. The show is open to the public from 10.00 am to 3.00 pm, with over one hundred glittering machines from virtually every era and manufacturer on show, plus some … [Read more...]
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