More than a third of motorists who have bought a used-car would under no circumstances use the same dealer again. A study into the car-buying habits of 1,500 motorists carried out by the RAC also found 40% of people said they have had a problem with a vehicle bought from a used car dealer and almost a third (29%) said the dealer did not do at all well in … [Read more...]
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Nissan underlined its commitment to lead in crossovers and electric vehicles following the start of extension work for a new extra-large press line at its manufacturing plant in Sunderland. This £37m investment will see the plant extended and a new 5,200 tonne press installed, supporting ongoing UK production of Nissan’s best-selling Qashqai and Juke … [Read more...]
Recall register moves on line to hook in models
Car makers in Britain have launched a new safety net for motorists to catch recalled models. In future it will be possible to check if the new or used car you have bought has been subject to a safety recall notice, and if it has been repaired. The Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders and garage standards body, Motor Codes, has launched a new … [Read more...]
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Shoppers visiting St David’s Dewi Sant in Cardiff can now treat themselves to a smart new look in more ways than one. Smart South Wales has just opened a mini-showroom in the heart of the shopping centre – the first time that a motor retailer has had such a presence at St David’s and it will be there until 19 July. About 43% of people admit to squabbling … [Read more...]
Disabled instructors get business boost
New rules for disabled approved driving instructors have come into force, after the Deregulation Act 2015 received Royal Ascent in March. The Act seeks to remove burdens on businesses and individuals, and in this case will bring about parity between disabled instructors and their non-disabled colleagues. The old category of disabled ADI will be removed, … [Read more...]
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Volkswagen's corporate structure will be overhauled. Business daily Handelsblatt reported Volkswagen, Skoda and SEAT will form one unit, Audi, Lamborghini and Ducati brands will form another, Porsche, Bentley and Bugatti will be grouped together in a single unit and VW Commercial vehicles will be the fourth division along with the Scania and MAN heavy … [Read more...]
Passat takes triple crown in tow awards
The Volkswagen Passat has won Tow Car of the Year for a record third time. It won two clases and judges voted it the best model in terms of value for money as well. Most people don’t usually get to tow their trailer, horse box, boat or caravan before choosing a new or used car, so that’s why the results of The Tow Car Awards 2015, Britain’s biggest and … [Read more...]
Car sales are collapsing in perceived growth countries
The BRIC wall is crumbling. Brazil's auto industry is expecting this year's downturn to be its worst since 1998, according to estimates from the national automakers association Anfavea, which slashed its 2015 outlook for the second time in two months. Automotive News reports that production is likely to drop 18 percent from last year, Anfavea said, … [Read more...]
Transport holds the key to keeping down global pollution
Europe can only meet the climate targets Heads of State agreed on for sectors outside the Emissions Trading System if it sets fuel efficiency standards for new cars, vans and lorries by 2025 or earlier, a new study by Transport & Environment reveals. In a middle-of-the-road scenario where transport would cut CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030 [2], the study … [Read more...]
Plotting to pass your test
By Kirsty Quartley, Garmin Product Manager The proposed new driving test, which incorporates the use of a sat nav in the car, is a great way of introducing future road users to using in-car technology in a safe and responsible manner. Our advice isn’t just about helping learner drivers pass their driving test, this is advice that even the most … [Read more...]
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