There is no evidence that Volkswagen’s use of a deceit-device for diesel engines is an industry-wide issue, says the European car-makers’ association. In the EU, the legal requirements concerning motor vehicle pollutant emissions currently refer to a test cycle performed under common laboratory conditions, said ACEA. All Euro 6 diesel cars on the … [Read more...]
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Prices, residuals and PCPs of Volkswagen Group cars face collapse
Volkswagen and Audi could be facing a major credibility crisis in the UK market after the revelation that the company deliberately "fixed" emissions software fitted to some of its vehicles in the US, say Glass's. The scandal means that models including the Audi A3, Volkswagen Jetta, Beetle, Golf and Passat were all fitted with software that was … [Read more...]
‘Cheating’ row could claim first VW head this week
Volkswagen CEO Martin Winterkorn faces losing his job on Friday at a scheduled board meeting. He is expected to see a leadership challenge after it was disclosed that Volkswagen cheated US air pollution tests for diesel cars, with an electronic switch to bypass analysis, says Reuters. Volkswagen bosses have apologised for the activity but it faces … [Read more...]
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To celebrate the launch of the all-new seventh generation Vauxhall Astra, workers at the Ellesmere Port manufacturing plant – home of the Astra for over 36 years – choreographed 128 new models to create the image of the Union Jack flag. Vauxhall’s seventh generation Astra is the eleventh major model-line to be built at Ellesmere Port and guarantees 2,000 … [Read more...]
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The Automotive Council has published a report on the rising value of the UK’s automotive supply chain. Findings show that there has been a 5% increase in UK content in cars between 2011 and 2015, meaning that 41% of the content in cars is made at home. US regulators say Volkswagen is facing possible massive fines for fitting software which deceives … [Read more...]
Testers criticise car makers over safety
Insurance-owned research body, Thatcham Research, is calling on 10 vehicle manufacturers in Europe to match their USA commitment to fit autonomous emergency braking as standard on all new cars. Ten major vehicle manufacturers in the States — Audi, BMW, Ford, General Motors, Mazda, Mercedes-Benz, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen and Volvo — have announced the … [Read more...]
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Toyota and BMW will decide by year end on whether to develop a common sports car, Toyota executives said at the Frankfurt motor show. BMW and Toyota have for some years been collaborating on fuel cells, lightweight components, and possibly jointly developing the underpinnings of a sports car. Motorists put off checking problems on their vehicles for over … [Read more...]
Parking-cam catches first motorists in Wales
Cardiff’s camera car has caught the first motorists illegally parked on pedestrian crossings and too close to schools. The first 11 Fixed Penalty Charge Notices for stopping illegally on zig zag lines were issued this week. Three PCN’s were issued for illegal parking on zig zag lines around schools, with a further eight issued for parking on zig zags … [Read more...]
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Cardiff city centre streets will be closed off as usual for the eight matches in the World Cup Series from 19 September to 18 October. Park and ride schemes will operate from the usual signposted car parks . Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles is kicking off the launch of its new Caravelle and California models with the introduction of a number of outstanding … [Read more...]
German bites .. from the Frankfurt motor show
A perfect reproduction Defender pedal car will be commissioned from a UK toy maker in 2016 to commemorate the end of the line for the real model. With aluminium, leather and off-road tyres, the limited edition model will cost about £10,000. Aston Martin DB11 is the next model from the luxury British car-maker. The number was confirmed at the Frankfurt … [Read more...]
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