Police found more than they expected when investigating a “ping” from a Tracker in a stolen Range Rover at Tilbury Port Inside the container with the stolen car were three more fitted like jigsaw pieces and worth over £250,000. Europcar is giving all Casanovas the chance to drive their partners wild for less this Valentine’s Day, with the addition of the … [Read more...]
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Honda Accord axed in Europe
The Honda Accord will not be replaced in Europe when the current model series ends. The decision by Honda comes after the midsize saloon failed to make headway against German rivals, according to an Automotive News Europe interview. “We are running out the Accord and we will not return to the segment,” Leon Brannan, Honda’s UK car division’s boss, told … [Read more...]
Ford want Government help to bring new engine to Bridgend
Ford has asked the Welsh Government for £15M to bring a new engine to its Bridgend plant, according to media reports. The investment request was first made last year but has been re-submitted as the company has to shortly decide where to install the new engine, but Bridgend is said to be its plant of choice, according to the Sunday Times. The … [Read more...]
Young drivers most likely to be over the limit
The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents has expressed concern for young drivers after a drink-driving campaign revealed they were proportionately more likely to drive while under the influence The December 2014 anti-drink-and-drug-driving campaign figures released yesterday (Tuesday) by the Association of Chief Police Officers (ACPO) following … [Read more...]
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Admiral is recruiting more than 280 people across south Wales. The company is creating 150 jobs in Cardiff, over 100 in Swansea and in excess of 30 in Newport. Europcar the leader in car hire services in Europe, is offering up to 20% off van hire, as part of its January sale. After the busy festive season, January is the ideal time for people to … [Read more...]
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Announcing that overall sales are up by 54% in the past nine months provides tangible proof that the forward strategy established by Lotus Cars is working. In volume terms, the increase of 551 cars over the previous year, to a total of 1,565, is an excellent result for the British sports car maker. The Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has appointed … [Read more...]
Exceptional demand is boost for Toyota Mirai
Toyota will increase production of its Mirai fuel cell car. The hydrogen-powered saloon was launched in Japan on 15 December and will be introduced in the UK and other selected European markets this year. The new plan calls for production to increase from 700 units this year to approximately 2,000 in 2016 and around 3,000 in 2017 as unprecedented … [Read more...]
Fast Parts Wales is expanding
Radiator and air-conditioning specialist Fast Rads has officially become part of the Fast Parts Wales Group of companies. Previously, Fast Rads enjoyed an excellent working relationship with motor factor Fast Parts Wales and the move into the group will mean enhanced access to the group’s expanding resources and expertise. Nathan Travis, Fast Parts … [Read more...]
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New 50mph speed enforcement cameras have gone live on the M4 at Port Talbot. The four cameras were installed in October on a two-mile stretch and during a trial period hundreds of motorists a day were found to be ignoring the speed limit. Wales rugby star Adam Jones has been banned from driving for six months after being caught speeding on his way to a … [Read more...]
Legal code breakers threaten luxury car owners
Keyless car entry kits are being sold on the web for less than £100 which makes them easily accessible to any car thief, warn Tracker. Car hacking is a growing issue for motorists with many vehicle manufacturers now adopting keyless technology. Jaguar Land Rover is the latest manufacturer to boost its vehicle security to tackle the problem. There has … [Read more...]
