So-called modern classics are facing extinction. Cars built from the mid 1980s are fitted with electronic control units which are generally becoming harder to source. If an ECU breaks and cannot be repaired the car is undriveable as full units are sometimes unobtainable. The International Federation of Historic Vehicles is moving to ensure these … [Read more...]
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Weekend roadtest: Ford Kuga 2.0 6sp AWD
Kuga has been an unqualified success but Ford is not resting on laurels and has consistently refined what is the best selling SUV in its sector. We have just been testing the new and most powerful turbo-diesel which has renergised the Kuga and will capitalise on the fact that a diesel supplement has ended and there is no added penalty if you are running … [Read more...]
Emissions investigations widen as VW pays the price
German carmaker Daimler has opened an internal investigation into the way it certifies diesel exhaust emissions in the US. The Mercedes-Benz brand owner said it was conducting the probe at the request of the US Justice Department. It comes just days after Mitsubishi was forced into a humiliating confession emissions data may have been altered by its … [Read more...]
Newslines 23 April
The futuristic Welsh engineered Riversimple RASA will make its motor show debut in London in May. The two-seater from the Llandrindod Wells manufacturer is one of the exhibits at the new London Motor Show at Battersea between 6 and 8 May and there will be 40 brands and 130 models from dealerships and manufacturers as well as presentations by motoring … [Read more...]
Drink-driving rise possible with new technology
New technology could lead to a rise in drink-driving, according to the latest survey of attitudes behind the wheel. Definitive research from The Co-operative Insurance has found many young drivers are misguided when it comes to driverless technology as a new report ‘Young people in the driving seat’ reveals a range of misconceptions, many with potentially … [Read more...]
Honda Civic changes and updates
Honda has announced revisions and a new addition to the Swindon-built Civic range. The 1.4 i-VTEC Civic Sport will become the entry-level product in the Civic family when it hits showrooms next month. Priced at £18,360 OTR or £199 a month on a three year PCP deal with 5.9% APR and a deposit of £3,415, the new 1.4-litre petrol engine variant, … [Read more...]
Newslines 22 April
The Toyota Prius is the first model to get five-star safety rating for a system to stop it when a pedestrian is infront. The Suzuki Baleno had three and four stars for fitting the anti-injury system as standard and then offering a more advanced system as an option. British car owners who’ve taken the plunge and bought electric cars are raving about … [Read more...]
Mitsubishi drawn into emissions row by Nissan
Mitsubishi Motors will investigate whether cars exported from Japan have falsified fuel economy information after the automaker admitted to manipulating data involving 625,000 cars in its home market. Mitsubishi President Tetsuro Aikawa bowed in apology at a news conference in Tokyo yesterday as the automaker said it falsified data to make CO2 emissions … [Read more...]
FTA Wales delivers manifesto before Assembly vote
The Freight Transport Association Manifesto for Wales has been published ahead of next month’s Assembly election. It highlights key issues seen affecting the freight and logistics industry and outlines how the next Government can work with the sector to deliver a stronger economy, improved safety and a cleaner environment. Issues covered by the … [Read more...]
Seb steps onto podium after dramatic debut
British GT Championship Welsh debutant Seb Morris secured a richly deserved podium finish on his first ever outing in endurance competition at Brands Hatch Grand Prix Circuit on Sunday, during an incident-packed opening round of the 2016 season at the Kent track. Making a sizeable impact from the outset along with team-mate Rick Parfitt Jnr, the … [Read more...]
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