One -in - four people never clean their car, they told researchers Eben Lovatt, CEO of Moneyshake, which paid for the poll, said, “We decided to look at simple ways you can clean your car for less time and money by using household products already in your cupboards such as toothpaste and vinegar.” Use vinegar and water instead of window cleaner Rather than splash out on expensive … [Read more...]
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Newslines 16 August
Vauxhall is aiming to encourage no emission motoring by extending its offer of a free home charger and 30,000 free green miles of electricity in partnership with British Gas. Originally available on the UK’s best-selling electric supermini, the Vauxhall Corsa-e, the offer is now also available on the all-electric Mokka-e, Combo-e Life and Vivaro-e Life and gives access to an exclusive British Gas … [Read more...]
870,000 women have driven when over the limit
A common myth is that drink driving is a male problem. But in a study by the Office for National Statistics, nearly five per cent of women reported driving whilst over the legal alcohol limit at least once in the past year. With 18.8 million female licence holders, that would mean a staggering 870,000 women admitting having driven under the influence. The true figure is probably much higher, … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 August
Proposals for a new business park adjacent to Cardiff Airport on Model Farm, Rhoose approved by Vale of Glamorgan Council have been criticised by local residents. Vale Communities Unite say the project advanced by insurers Legal and General will increase traffic on local roads and goes against Welsh Government announcements to combat climate change after it has just put up for sale the nearby St … [Read more...]
Newcomers: Pininfarina, Jaguar and BMW
The world’s first pure-electric hyper GT, the Automobili Pininfarina Battista, has made its dynamic debut in production form on the roads of California before Monterey Car Week. The debut of the production-spec Battista will give US clients a first chance to experience its 1,900 hp performance and to take in its striking Black Exposed Signature Carbon bodywork – exquisitely crafted at Automobili … [Read more...]
Learners knocked back nine-months by pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic delayed learner drivers’ gaining their licence by an average of nine months, according to GoCompare Car Insurance. Lockdown restrictions meant driving lessons and driving tests were cancelled across the UK, causing chaos for thousands of learner drivers hoping to get legally on the roads. According to a new survey from GoCompare, who interviewed over 1000 … [Read more...]
Tiguan eHybrid plugs into UK market
The fleet-friendly Volkswagen Tiguan eHybrid is on sale from £35,515 in Life trim. The newest PHEV model from the brand has a CO2 output from just 38 g/km (WLTP) and fuel economy of up to 176.6 mpg (WLTP, combined), with the capability to travel up to 30 miles purely on electric power from a single full charge. The eHybrid drivetrain combines a 1.4-litre TSI petrol engine and a powerful … [Read more...]
Glass’s Guide ramps up services to trade
Autovista Group has unveiled Glass’s sales solution – a new platform-based application for the motor trade to value stock. “This is a game-changer for the automotive industry and will transform the way that dealers are able to access business-critical pricing information,” says Lindsey Roberts, CEO of Autovista Group. “Our new Glass’s platform pulls together our wealth of exceptional services, … [Read more...]
Fuze is just the ticket for new generation buses
Green pioneer and Wrightbus owner Jo Bamford has launched FUZE, a unique asset finance company offering the complete solution for the funding of zero-emission buses. Heralding the industry as being “on the cusp of vital change”, FUZE will offer a turnkey solution to help operators get more buses on the roads in the race to net zero. Following the company’s successful launch of … [Read more...]
Tradelines 11 August
Audi Centres across the UK are now taking orders for the all-new RS 3 Sportback and RS 3 Saloon, which start from £50,900 and £51,900 respectively. The latest iterations of the high-performance duo, powered by the award-winning 400PS 2.5-litre TFSI engine good for up to 180mph, are due to be delivered to the first customers from November. This month sees Mazda Motors UK Ltd celebrate its … [Read more...]