Speeding has reached a six year high. Figures from the DoT show 2.2 million drivers and riders were prosecuted last year compared to 1.6 million five years ago. There has been a dramatic rise in engine manufacturing in Britain. Production for UK models exceeded 126,600 engines in October which is a 26.3% growth and the highest ever for that month, … [Read more...]
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Stay safe this winter with some simple tips
As winter nights draw in, the inevitable cold season is creeping up on us. Along with the potential bleak weather conditions often comes an increase in car journeys as families travel to visit loved ones over the festive period but it is important to ensure both vehicle and motorist are ready for what winter roads might have in store. Dash cam company … [Read more...]
Welsh creator gears up with motoring humour
A new range of motoring-themed cards and gifts by a Welsh creator produces unexpected humour from the serious world of traditional British road signs. Traphic products include greetings cards, coasters and framed posters, each with a very different take on very familiar imagery. While, the road sign image may be familiar, the message is designed to … [Read more...]
Newslines 25 November
Government proposals to upgrade national roads must be matched by improvements to local networks and secondary roads which more users depend on, said Nick Smee, ceo of asset management firm Yotta. Backlogs are huge and more money is urgently needed and easing council borrowing rules would help. IAM RoadSmart says speeding is still far from being … [Read more...]
New direction for Jeep Compass
The new Jeep Compass compact SUV is heading in the right direction in terms of size, five star safety equipment, inclusive specification and competitive prices, says David Miles. With sales of compact SUVs booming the second generation new Jeep Compass is priced from £22,995 to £35,595 and are scheduled to arrive in the UK from February … [Read more...]
Newslines 24 November
Aston Martin is on course to post its first annual pre-tax profit since 2010 as strong demand for the luxury automaker’s DB11 sports car boosts business, says Reuters. Pre-tax profit reached 22 million pounds in the first nine months of 2017, reversing a loss of 124 million pounds in the same period in 2016. From 1 April 2018, VED rates for cars, vans … [Read more...]
UK car plants thrive on exports not home sales
Car production went up 3.5% last month in the UK, said the SMMT. The car plants built 157,056 cars in October to meet a 5% rise in exports contrasting with 2.9% fall at home. The European car industry showed its resilience in October 2017, with new registrations totalling 1,202,877, an increase of 5.6% when compared to October 2016. This is the … [Read more...]
MINI prepare for Dakkar with two new models
MINI and the X-raid Team have launched into the final preparation phase for the Dakar Rally 2018 with the presentation of their current racing cars. For the first time MINI and X-raid will face the challenges of the most demanding long-distance rally in the world using two different types of drive. In addition to the further advanced version of the … [Read more...]
Budget battering for diesels
Diesel cars are in for a battering after the Budget. New diesel cars that do not meet latest emissions standards will face a one-off tax increase each April which will last until 2021 when most are expected to be replaced with the latest technology. Affected models will be those which fail Real Driving Emissions Step 2 standards on emissions and that … [Read more...]
Tradelines 22 November
The Range Rover Evoque is becoming less popular with business clients of Fulton Vehicle Leasing. It reports there has been a rise in demand for the MB A-Class and Kia Sportage (above) while Ford and VW are slipping down in the mass market as well. A comprehensive vehicle history is the number one factor for trade buyers when acquiring used cars and … [Read more...]
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