Technology could halve unexpected breakdowns by 2020 according to telematics expert In-car Cleverness, as data increasingly helps drivers identify malfunctions before they occur. Harnessing this data would slash repair bills by £1.3 billion annually, as the one in four vehicles which breakdown annually could be inspected before they fail. Curtailing motorists’ love-hate relationship with … [Read more...]
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Motoring safety has turned the corner for families
Family motoring safety has just turned the corner. In a significant move for tens of thousands of parents, Bridgestone has extended its acclaimed run-flat tyre range to most popular saloons and hatchbacks as well as small and medium-sized MPVs as replacement units. The latest Bridgestone DriveGuard range of tyres now covers 70% of models in 19 sizes and they have managed to undercut … [Read more...]
Can you ride to the challenge?
Walking and cycling charity Sustrans is running its third challenge this July, helping more people in Wales to opt for a healthier mode of transport and saving money as a result. Results from October’s Cymru Travel Challenge reveal that on average, car users can save up to £1,000 a year when they switch from a car commute to cycling or walking. The challenge is completely free of charge and … [Read more...]
Newslines 1 July
To celebrate the 60th birthday of the iconic Fiat 500 a new special series, the Fiat 500 Anniversario, will be available to order from today. Available in two exclusive new colours, Riviera Green and Sicilia Orange with the 1.2-litre 69hp petrol engine, as both a hatchback and a convertible, they cost from £14,265. Ford Bridgend Engine plant helped boost Britain’s power train manufacturing … [Read more...]
Newslines 30 June
McLaren fans will have a chance to build a 720S at Goodwood - out of Lego. The model will arrive at the motoring festival assembled from 267,300 bricks but fans can add the final 12,700 over the event, and then it’ll weigh 1.6 tonnes, more than the real car. An alarming number of Brits could soon be driving on unsafe part-worn tyres, as new research by AA Tyres, the AA’s mobile tyre fitting … [Read more...]
WRGB announces new spectator stage
Wales Rally GB will blast off when the world’s best rally drivers take on a new challenge to open the October event. A spectacular competitive stage will be created at the Tir Prince Raceway in Towyn, County Conwy, complete with jump and donut, to begin three days of unmissable World Rally Championship action. This thrilling new addition will feature a 1.1-mile (1.7km) floodlit course … [Read more...]
Majority want old diesels scrapped
Around two thirds of UK road users would support a scrappage scheme for older diesel cars, vans and lorries in an effort to get the worst polluting vehicles off our roads, according to a survey by IAM RoadSmart. The survey, by the UK’s biggest independent road safety charity, asked respondents to rate the various options put forward in the government’s recent nitrogen dioxide consultation but … [Read more...]
EV charging welcomed but comes with warning
A government commitment in the Queen’s speech to ensure charging points are installed at all large petrol retailers and motorway services has been hailed as a “major step forward” for electric vehicle infrastructure by Arval. David Watts, fleet consultant at the leading vehicle leasing and fleet management company, said that the move would do much to increase the overall capacity of the … [Read more...]
Welsh Conservatives challenge CoW rejection
Welsh Conservatives have challenged thinking behind Welsh Government rejecting backing for the Circuit of Wales. Shadow Economy Secretary, Russell George, said, “This decision immediately contradicts evidence given to the Public Accounts Committee by James Price yesterday, who claimed that the £55m spent to date on the Circuit of Wales had represented good value for money, and provided a … [Read more...]
No money for CoW but automotive zone gets thumbs up
Circuit of Wales public funding has been shown a red flag by Welsh Government, but it is backing a new £100M automotive technology centre in Ebbw Vale Enterprise Zone. Within hours of the announcement, Welsh Conservatives called into question thinking behind the rejection. Here is the full statement from Ken Skates, AM, Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Infrastructure, which will be … [Read more...]