A new type of bespoke traction battery system has been developed in Slovakia by InoBat Auto. It uses completely new internal designs and materials and is claimed to be greener and more powerful than conventional batteries now being used by car makers and full production will begin in 2021 with further refinements by 2025. Hyundai has brought a new meaning to the phrase ‘fast fashion’ by making … [Read more...]
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Long Covid-19 effects surprise
The introduction of new Covid-19 measures will have far reaching effects that may not initially spring to mind. For one, since the outbreak of COVID-19 and the subsequent lockdown measures, councils and local authorities up and down the land have worked diligently to tweak and amend Britain's road networks to prepare them for a new and more sustainable outlook. After the pledge of £2.5 billion … [Read more...]
Newslines 13 October
Hyundai will recall Kona EVs made between September 2017 and last March over a possible fire risk in its traction battery cells. Batteries will be inspected and replaced if found to have faulty software which is thought to have led to 13 fires. A new vehicle health diagnostic app that can listen for any problems through a smartphone app and give an instant diagnosis to technicians. The … [Read more...]
Younger drivers are biggest drinkers
Leasing Options has uncovered some interesting trends into drink driving and it's decrease in prevalence over the past four decades. Using a data set that goes back to 1979 they have uncovered a 70% decline in drink driving cases over the past 40 years. However the last 5 years has seen the total casualties from drink-driving related accidents increase by 5.7% London comes out on top for the … [Read more...]
Spark of help for independents in ev sector
The Electric Vehicle Approved accreditation scheme reopened on monday. EVA recognises dealers’ expertise in the electric vehicle sector and promotes industry standards for the benefit of the consumer. The scheme encourages dealerships to further develop their ability in selling and servicing electric vehicles, as the country continues to move towards a zero-emission future. The … [Read more...]
Newslines 12 October
After a ten-year gap, the BMW ti suffix returns with the sporting 128ti arriving next month from £32,995. The 265hp 4cyl 2.0 litre engine and 8sp sequential automatic box are mated to M sport suspension and brakes with numerous body detailing and delivered with high specification trim and equipment. Vauxhall has released first images of the new Crossland ahead of order books opening later this … [Read more...]
Order books open for new Peugeot SUVs
PEUGEOT has confirmed prices and specifications for the new 3008 SUV and new 5008 SUV as retailers open orders for the award-winning models. With a choice of efficient petrol and diesel powertrains – including a choice of advanced plug-in hybrids for the new 3008 SUV providing fuel consumption of up to 235mpg WLTP – the new SUVs will arrive in UK showrooms early next year, with the 3008 SUV … [Read more...]
Electric MGB Roadster developed
The classic MGB Roadster has been reborn with a modern electric powertrain developed from Formula E racing cars. RBW EV Classic Cars have combined the familiar British Motor Heritage bodyshell with a powertrain created by Continental Engineering Services and Zytek Automotive. With six batteries under the bonnet and a rear mounted motor, the RBW EV Roadster is good for 80mph, 0-60mph in 9 seconds … [Read more...]
The long read is led by the Audi A3
At over 160,000 words, the Audi A3 manual would take 11 hrs and 45 minutes to read, that’s longer than The Lord Of The Rings: Two Towers. Bristol Street Motors looked at 30 of the UK’s most popular cars and counted every single word of each car’s handbook, revealing the cars with the most complicated manuals, and compared them to famous pieces of literature. The top ten cars all have … [Read more...]
Refreshed luxury Jaguars stalking new buyers
Comprehensively refreshed Jaguar XF Saloon and XF Sportbrake models feature enhanced exteriors, an all-new interior with luxurious new materials, and seamlessly integrated, connected and future-proof technologies. A next-generation, 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium turbocharged diesel engine featuring Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) technology and the latest 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium … [Read more...]