Mazda is hoping for things to turn a little Arctic this winter with the launch of the latest special edition version of the award-winning MX-5 convertible. On sale from February, the new Mazda MX-5 Arctic aims to brighten winter days with its free-of-charge Blue Reflex Metallic paint and contrasting bright silver design cues. There are just … [Read more...]
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Volkswagen sales recover in Europe
European new-car sales rose 5.6 percent to 1.19 million in November with Renault, Seat, Hyundai, BMW, and Mercedes-Benz gaining volume while PSA Group, Opel/Vauxhall, Volvo and Jaguar Land Rover were among automakers whose sales fell. Registrations advanced to 1.19 million, industry association ACEA said and with this month's still to come, sales across … [Read more...]
Car makers want best deal for UK after Brexit
The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders hosted a roundtable discussion chaired by David Davis, Secretary of State for Exiting the European Union, on the future for the UK automotive sector following Brexit. The event took place at SMMT’s headquarters in London and was also attended by John Hayes, Minster of State, Department for Transport and Nick … [Read more...]
Don’t motor on meds, warning as ‘flu comes
Road Safety and breakdown assistance organisation GEM Motoring Assist is warning motorists about the dangerous effects medication can have on driving. As part of its long-term initiative to raise awareness, GEM has produced a free leaflet entitled ‘Don’t Motor on Meds’, which offers advice on driving while taking prescription drugs. Some cold and ‘flu … [Read more...]
Newslines 16 December
Honda will develop electric and plug-in hybrid models by 2020, it has told Autocar magazine. It’s also looking at a new 1.0 litre engine for smallest models in its drive to push down overall emissions for its ranges. Cars without steering wheels will be allowed on some US roads. Highly autonomous vehicles (HAV) without a steering wheel will be … [Read more...]
M-Sport secure WRC champ for 2017
World Rally Champion Sébastien Ogier has signed with M-Sport to drive Ford Fiesta RS WRCs next season, writes Gary Jones. After testing in Wales last month, the French driver who has won the last four championships but was without a drive in 2017 after VW pulled out, said he was confident of a fifth title next season with the Cumbrian team. He and … [Read more...]
Sporting lines 15 December
Rounds of the 2017 WRC will be screened live by Red Bull TV. It will feature a mixture of live action and special features, including appearances by motor sport stars. Goodwood says the provisional dates for the 2017 Festival of Speed will change to 29 June until 2 July. These dates are now confirmed and tickets already purchased are valid for the … [Read more...]
BREAKING NEWS: M4 relief road inquiry date
The public inquiry into the proposed M4 relief road around Newport will begin on 28 February. Economy Secretary Ken Skates wanted updated traffic projections to strengthen the Welsh Government’s case of the new preferred “black route”. UK government predicts slower growth in traffic than previously expected but Mr Skates has said the Department for … [Read more...]
Analysts expect 2017 car sales to fall
The UK new car market will fall by around 3.5% next year to around 2.6 million cars, predicts Glass’s. However, while the figure looks disappointing in isolation, the vehicle data provider points out that this will still be higher than any year in the last decade except 2016. Rupert Pontin, director of valuations, said: “We have become used to the new … [Read more...]
Tradelines
Guests at the Welsh Automotive Forum Santander networking dinner at The Vale hotel, near Miskin donated over £2,800 to industry charity BEN. Regional fund-raiser Nigel Williams said more was still coming in and added, “Many thanks for your continuing support and it has been fascinating to see the WAF networking dinner become so successful and … [Read more...]
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