Kalle Rovanperä became a two-time winner of Safari Rally Kenya on Sunday afternoon by a slim 1m 37.8s victory margin having led since Friday morning. In by far the most gruelling FIA World Rally Championship round so far this season, it was Rovanperä’s meticulous balance of both speed and maturity that ultimately secured his 12th career victory. The Finn, … [Read more...]
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Company car drivers need convincing of EV benefits
It's becoming a grind convincing company car drivers to switch to electric models, admits Paul Hollick, chairman of the Association of Fleet Professionals. Pushing back against “scare stories” about electric vehicles (EVs) is becoming a key task for fleet managers, he said and pointed to a flood of misinformation appearing in both traditional and social … [Read more...]
EV prices are stabilising after steep fall
Falling electric vehicle values are stabilising once they reach price parity with their internal combustion engine equivalents, March’s meeting of the Vehicle Remarketing Association was told. Andy Shields, global business unit director, of Indicata, presented data for a variety of EVs that showed this trend, following on from the dramatic price falls seen … [Read more...]
Tradelines 3 April
UK car production rose again in February, up 14.6% to 79,907 units, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. It was the sixth consecutive month of growth and best February performance since 2021,with nearly all volume manufacturers posting uplifts, driven by output for the domestic market which grew 58.0% to 20,658 units, an increase of … [Read more...]
Dazzled drivers straining to see
Bright headlights may have to be dimmed to prevent dazzling drivers. The RAC has welcomed a commitment from the Government to commission an independent study into the issue of headlight glare, after research showed an overwhelming majority of drivers affected – as many as eight-in-10 – believe the problem is getting worse. Responding to a petition set up … [Read more...]
Top tips to get the best price for your car
If you're considering upgrading your motor, part-exchanging your car can be a convenient and cost-effective option. The popularity of part exchanging cars is rising, possibly influenced by the release of new car registration plates and Bristol Street Motors has spotted that searches for ‘how to part exchange my car’ have increased by 100% in the last three … [Read more...]
Think light to see fuel savings
Specialist insurance broker ChoiceQuote has compiled tips on ways you can improve your vehicle’s fuel efficiency from maintaining tyre pressure to minimising idling time. Maintain tyre pressure Maintaining the correct tyre pressure should not only extend the life of your tyres and improve vehicle safety, but also improve your car’s fuel … [Read more...]
The legal and smart way to cut your motoring costs
There's a legal and smart way to cut your motoring costs at a keystroke and it's not an April Fool joke. Motoring experts at Scrap Car Comparison found the number of cars with a SORN in 2023 was up almost 5% on the same figures for 2022, with more than two million cars put under the notification between January and September last year. But could more … [Read more...]
Premiums jump 46% year to date for drivers
The cost of car insurance has increased by 46% year on year, according to new Premium Drivers research from Compare the Market, and young drivers are seeing the biggest jump. The typical premium stands at £892 in February 2024, after rising by £279 over the previous 12 months. The substantial increase in the cost of car insurance may in part be due to a … [Read more...]
Genesis know egg-actly what you need this Easter
Genesis South Wales, the premium Korean car maker with a luxury experience and a new Welsh dealership, is advising to plan ahead for a calmer road trip this Easter, having identified the four ingredients that impact how we cope behind the wheel. With the looming Easter break and many taking to the roads for the first spring break or delivering Easter … [Read more...]
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