With the volume of lease extensions coming to an end, voluntary terminations and repossessions expected to substantially increase as lockdown eases. Now MJB Automotive is warning fleet and remarketing decision-makers to prepare for the reality that completing vehicle repairs before resale may not be achievable. According to MJB Automotive if the support chain has not returned to 100% operational … [Read more...]
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Tradelines 17 February
The implementation of border controls between the German and the Czech and Austrian border crossings risk disturbances in automotive industry production plants soon. Sigrid de Vries, CLEPA Secretary General highlights, “Europe’s automotive suppliers are concerned about recent announcements on border closures and intensified inspections. These measures result in disruption at Europe’s internal … [Read more...]
£1,000 bill for diesel drivers after lockdowns
Diesel vehicle drivers are facing a possible £1,000 bill when they start up after prolonged lockdown, unless they take precautions, warns warranty company Motor Easy. Duncan McClure Fisher, CEO at MotorEasy said, “Throughout the three lockdowns, we’ve seen a spike in battery and alternator claims as a result of cars not being used as much. Batteries are not getting the chance to charge up like … [Read more...]
Most would steer clear of a “driverless” car
Driverless cars could be on the road as early as this year, according to a consultation launched by the British Government in 2020, and Apple have revealed they are planning to release a driverless car in 2024. The question is, is the public ready to trust driverless cars? Vanarama surveyed 1,000 members of the British public to find out. Despite the promise of the technology to be able to think … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 February
Conservative Senedd members have criticised the nationalized Transport for Wales planned 2.6% rail ticket price rise. The increase from 1 March is in line with plans for English railways but has not been discussed in the Senedd and a statement from the Welsh Conservatives said it was hypocritical of TfW and shocking for passengers. British drivers are paying the lowest premiums for six years, … [Read more...]
Newslines 15 February
Jaguar Land Rover is ditching its internal combustion engines over the decade and will sell all-electric models, starting in 2024. It has also announced plans to offer hydrogen fuel cell models when demand and infrastructure support them and will expand its subscription rental service. The new Citroën C4 and ë-C4 is on sale. They come with five-years warranty and free 7kW home charger from … [Read more...]
Motor industry at cross-roads, suggests global survey
Car buyers around the world have different opinions on their next vehicle choice, according to an international survey by Arthur D Little researchers. The report entitled ‘The Future Of Automotive Mobility’ based on a survey of over 8,500 end customers in 13 countries shows that global automotive markets are currently at crossroads. While the study identifies that the internal combustion engine … [Read more...]
Car-iad wheels success over St Valentine’s partners
Many drivers would rather spend time with their car than cwtch a partner this St Valentine's Day. InsuretheGap, a provider of Guaranteed Asset Protection insurance, found over one in seven (16%) admit they would rather spend Valentine’s Day with their car than their partner, and almost one in 10 (9%) confess to loving their car more than their partner. In fact, 43% describe their car as … [Read more...]
Radical shake up of MoTs suggested
The MoT test may need a radical shakeup to reflect the arrival of electric power and very sophisticated technology fitted to the latest vehicles. That’s the view of KwikFit, which test about a million vehicles annually and head of their service Eric Smith. He points out that currently hybrid models and battery electric vehicles are not tested for emissions and these and other cars have features … [Read more...]
Classic Cars for free….
A pioneering scheme to help young drivers and preserve classic cars in running order is continuing despite the Coronavirus restrictions. In the Classic Car Loan Project (CCLP) older cars are loaned to young enthusiasts for the year - to encourage the next generation – 14 cars are already on loan with another 10 to follow in April. The idea is the brainchild of CCLP Manager, Bob Wilkinson who … [Read more...]